Roasting vegetables is pretty simple, and really enhances the texture, making them soft and crispy at the same time. Roast vegetables can be used in pasta, stir fry, or served as a side, and you can also chop them up and use them in your soup. Roast vegetable soup is simply a combination of broth, …
By roasting garlic cloves, you can help really bring out the flavor and make them more fragrant. Adding garlic cloves to your dishes can make them much more savory and delicious, and they’re a great addition to dishes like pasta, rice, stir fry, and more. How to quickly roast garlic? What most people will do …
Anyone who’s ever cooked homemade pizza with mushrooms on it knows how good roast mushrooms can be. When you cook the mushrooms like that, they’ll become roasted and take on a wonderful texture. They retain their flavor and a lot of their nutritional value as well, so you benefit all around. You don’t have to …
Nothing says a campout like the taste of roasted marshmallows, but how do you roast marshmallows without fire? If you don’t have the time or space to set up an outdoor fire to cook your marshmallows, can you still achieve that wonderful toasted marshmallow texture and taste? Can you get marshmallows that are crispy and …
You might think you don’t need to learn how to cook a hot dog. After all, it’s one of the simplest foods to cook. However, I don’t want to assume that everyone knows how to cook this meat, and even if you have some experience cooking hot dogs, there may be a few cooking methods …
Baked chicken breast is a family favorite here, and it’s really easy to make on a pan in the oven. There are plenty of ways you can flavor it and use the same basic recipe with a few different changes to keep the dish exciting. No matter how you change up the dish, there are …
Would you like to learn how to slow cook a brisket so that it comes out succulent and tasty hours later? You can cook brisket in the oven overnight using this method that’s been perfected by many cooks over the years. When you prepare a brisket this way, it ends up being very tender and …
Baba ganoush is sometimes served with a mixture of tomatoes, onions, or a variety of vegetables. It’s made from cooked, mashed eggplant, as well as a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, and maybe some tahini. This creamy, flavorful appetizer can be a great dip, and you can make it at home. I’ll show you …
If you steam hot dog buns before serving them with hot dogs, it makes a huge difference in how the dish tastes. It gives the right temperature and texture to the experience, improving on the conventional dish that’s often served as a warm hot dog on a cold bun. I’ll show you how to steam …
This may be a fruit that most people are not familiar with, but jackfruit is a nutrient rich, large tree fruit with a lot of health benefits and culinary potential. What Is Jackfruit? Jackfruit can be found in tropical climates and is native to southern India. It is the largest tree fruit in the world, …
Pork chops have a lot of advantages as a lunch or dinner meat (you could even use them for breakfast, though that can be kind of heavy). They are somewhat thin, so they cook up quickly. You could cook them in a fraction of the time it would take you to cook a piece of …
You have to be careful when baking salmon that you don’t overcook it or dry it out. Because fish filets like salmon tend to be very thin, it’s easy to cook them too much. Fish cooks quickly, so you don’t need the long cook times of a denser meat like chicken. In this article, I …
I think for a lot of people, beetroot is something they know is good for them but they’ve never learned how to make it, so they don’t usually bother to try it. Once you know how to cook beetroot, you may feel more inclined to use it in your meals. I want to share with …
I absolutely adore olives and use them for all sorts of things, and one thing I tell people that takes them by surprise is that if you’re just using olives for garnish, you’re not taking full advantage of what they can do. Sure, olives make a great addition to sandwiches, salads, and even pasta, but …
Sauerkraut makes for an excellent garnish sandwiches and meats, and it can be a good side dish on its own. Sauerkraut is fairly easy to make, so if it’s something you enjoy, you may be interested in learning how to cook sauerkraut at home. What Is Sauerkraut Have you ever seen sauerkraut on a menu …
If you love mushrooms, but you don’t love all the calories that come with them when you cook them in butter or oil, you may want to learn different methods of frying them up. You can use a dry fry method that requires no oil. I’ll show you how to do that, and while it …
When prepared properly, lamb shanks should be so tender and juicy that they fall right off the bone. These tasty morsels of lamb meat can be cooked in a few different ways, and your preference may be based on the cooking setup you have available at home or how you want the lamb shanks to …
People who like to eat their oysters while they are still in the shell are sometimes referred to as oyster purists. They like the look of the shell along with the oyster meat, and it’s kind of quaint to have the shell as a serving dish for the meat. I definitely understand the attraction and …
When you are cooking a steak for yourself for others, you want to get it just right. Maybe you are used to flame grilling your steaks or cooking them some other way than baking. You may be wondering how to cook steak in the oven and what you do differently when baking compared to grilling …
I highly recommend using an air fryer if you want to cut down on using so much grease and fat in your cooking. I use mine for all sorts of foods that would normally be cooked in a vat of oil, and I think it will probably add a few years of my lifespan. You …
Tuna is a versatile fish that works well in a large number of dishes. Whether you are smoking it to draw out the flavor or frying it up as part of a seasoned patty, there is a lot to love about this fish. Let me show you a few methods you can use to cook …
Before you cook carrots up, no matter which method you are using, you should clean and cut them properly. You will want to remove the green, leaves and stems if they are attached. You also need to scrub down the carrot under cold running water to remove any dirt and other debris. Some people peel …
Ham steak makes for an excellent dinner as the main dish. The advantage of cooking a ham steak is that there’s no need to cook an entire ham and go through that long process. And if you are cooking your ham from frozen then check out our guide here. How long to cook ham steak …
Eggs are an incredibly versatile food, but unfortunately, most people don’t know what to do with them beyond having them for breakfast. Lunch with eggs can be quite a treat, especially once you have a few ideas for different dishes you can make with them. I want to tell you about some simple egg dishes …
While many of us will eat veggies because we love them, a lot of times people will just add veggies to their meals simply to get more nutrients in what they’re eating. Vegetables are a great source of essential vitamins and minerals, like zinc, iron, and vitamins A, B, and K. However, if you’re not …
Spinach isn’t just for Popeye- it’s a very nutritious green with a lot of cooking potential. This kitchen essential can be really easy to prepare whether it’s frozen or sourced fresh. You can cook spinach into a lovely side dish or make it up fresh as a salad. The advantage of using this particular green …
Baking chicken with Italian dressing is one of the simplest and easiest way to make chicken. It gives it a delightfully appealing flavor and makes the chicken come out tender and juicy. You don’t have to be a professional cook to pull off this dish, and I’ll share with you a very straightforward recipe for …
Lentils are a very nutritious legume that takes a while to soften and cook all the way through. The long cooking time means that a lot of people don’t bother to cook with them, but you can add them to soups, rice, pasta and a variety of other dishes to make a more filling, fiber-rich …
Mackerel has a distinctive, strong flavor. This oily fish is nutrient rich, so it’s a healthy addition to your diet. These are an easy fish to find in the market, since they’re so sustainable. If you’re worried about overfishing of mackerel, you can put your mind at ease and make them a regular part of …
Broccoli isn’t just nutritious (it’s a great source of vitamin C), but it’s also delicious when cooked well and seasoned to perfection. I want to share with you my favorite methods to use when I cook fresh broccoli. That’s right- I don’t just have one favorite, and I’ll show you how to cook fresh broccoli …
Beef stew is a meal in a bowl, full of comforting veggies cooked to tender perfection and hearty, slow cooked beef. While you can serve some sides with this soup, you probably won’t need to. Between the beef, potatoes, and other ingredients, it’s a very filling dish that’s certainly worth the long prep time involved. …
Cube steak are delicious breaded steaks, dipped into a batter and then usually fried. There a Southern food favorite, sometimes called country steak or Southern fried steak, as well as chicken fried steak. However, you may be looking for a healthier option, and you might be interested in learning some ways to cook cube steak …
Tilapia is one of the most widely consumed whitefish in the world, and it can be cooked and served in a variety of delightful ways. This whitefish has a mild flavor, so it’s best when well seasoned and paired with flavorful side dishes. What Is Tilapia? This bland fish benefits from seasoning of any kind, …
Frozen dumplings can be added to an at-home Chinese meal, complementing noodles, fried rice, and a meat dish for a beautiful spread. These are a quick and easy dish to prepare, so long as you know the method. I’ll share with you my favorite way to cook frozen dumplings, as well as some other methods …
Frozen vegetables are always included in my stir fry, but I get asked sometimes about whether I thaw them out first. Does it make a difference if they are thawed or thrown into the wok or skillet frozen? Do I need to do something different when cooking frozen vegetables when making stir fry than I …
Everybody loves turkey, but no one likes how long it takes to bake a whole turkey in the oven. How would you like juicy, tasty, tender turkey without the long cooking time? I was looking for a way to do that and tried to deep fry a turkey and fell in love with the succulent …
Probably the hardest part of a stir fry to get right is the sauce. Stir fries are such popular dishes because they’re so easy to make. Throwing rice, noodles, egg, veggies, and meat together in a frying pan or wok with light oil and cooking it all is no big deal. Even people with few …
Italian seasoning is a flavorful garnish for pizza, pasta, bread, soups, and many other dishes. While you can buy Italian seasoning prepackaged from the grocery, you could also make it at home, so long as you know what kind of seasonings go into it. It’s not just rewarding to make your own seasoning; it can …
Is there anything better to dip grilled fish filet into than lemon butter sauce? This delicate, light sauce blends its tart citrus flavors with creamy, sweet butter, creating a match made in heaven. The very best lemon butter sauces are made at home from scratch using fresh ingredients. That sauce is delightful when it’s drizzled …
Lentil soup can be hearty and flavorful, especially when it’s seasoned well. You don’t have to be satisfied with subpar lentil soup that feels like simply healthy eating rather than enjoyable eating. Why not marry the two with a great recipe that accentuates the best qualities of the lentils and stands out as a great …
Cauliflower rice is a new trend going through the food industry, and I’m excited about the possibilities of this food. The basic idea behind it is to take pieces of cauliflower and pulse them through a food processor for a little while until they come out like puffy little granules of rice. Of course, since …
To give your fried fish a flakier crust with a lovely golden brown appearance, try using cornmeal rather than flour the next time you bread it. When you fry fish with cornmeal, you’ll change up the flavor a little bit and make it your fish a really good fit with certain sides, including coleslaw, mashed …
Tofu might not be too exciting on its own, but when prepared well and combined with seasonings and other foods, it can become an integral part of a tasty dish. One of my favorite ways to have tofu is in a stir fry, served alongside other Asian dishes for a wonderful homemade spread that’s vegetarian …
Pan fry dumplings, or pot stickers, are really easy to make on your stovetop. The pan fry dumpling may be filled with pork, chicken, veggies, or beef, and it’s a great side dish for a larger Asian spread, usually accompanying noodles and rice dishes, as well as perhaps a meat dish, wontons, and spring rolls. …
Green beans are kind of the ultimate simple side dish. They cook up in just a few minutes and can pair well with all sorts of foods. Plus, they’re really healthy, so you don’t have to feel guilty adding them to whatever you’re making. However, a lot of people fail to do anything interesting with …
I don’t mind doing things a quick and easy way if they still turn out right, and if you want a fast way to cook corn, air frying it is a really great method. When you air fry corn on the cob, you give it a wonderful texture, and it’s so easy to do. It …
Because caramel is made with butter, it’s not considered a vegan food, but you can change that by switching out just one ingredient to make vegan caramel. It’s pretty simple to make caramel at home, and you can change it from non-vegan to vegan just by substituting a single ingredient. I’ll show you how to …
Edamame is a healthy vegetable that you can eat on its own as a snack when properly prepared. Or, thet can be added to other foods to make a number of tasty, healthy recipes. What is edamame? Edamame is a veggie that is packed with fiber and protein, and it also contains some fat. These …
Tempeh is an Indonesian food made from soybeans, and it is often formed into a meat-like dish. A fungus is used to help ferment the tempeh, giving it a distinctive flavor. What is tempeh? If you aren’t familiar with this food, you should know that it shares a lot of similarities with tofu and other …
White chili is a smooth and creamy type of chili it’s usually served with chicken, compared to ground beef for a red, tomato-based chili. Usually, white chili will be made from white beans and then get a lot of its flavor from the chilis. It’s usually a milder chili than the red one, but it …