Cooking Basics

Busy moms can save time in the kitchen and gain precious hours back into the day with freezer cooking once a month.

Dec 9, 2009 - Rachel Campbell

Three baking experts share secrets for handling butter, the most common baking challenge. Home cooks get great results with expert advice on the baking basics of butter.

Dec 6, 2009 - Lynn Brogan

This recipe makes lovely crispy roast potatoes. Be warned - its not particularly healthy but the potatoes are delicious.

Nov 26, 2009 - Robert Barwell

From selecting the right cuts of meat, cooking with a secret ingredient and serving tips; this recipe has details for the novice and some new tricks for the expert cook.

Nov 18, 2009 - Lynn Brogan

Tender, juicy roast beef starts with good quality meat such as grass fed or Angus beef. Season with garden herbs and cook with this simple method to perfection.

Nov 17, 2009 - Laurie Rowland

Button or common white mushrooms are readily available and inexpensive. Basic sauté tactics and a few special tips, turn these mild mushrooms into a delectable treat.

Nov 17, 2009 - Lynn Brogan

Pan-searing secrets lead to the ultimate dining experience by producing juicy shrimp with crispy crust. Pan-searing is simple and no special equipment is required

Nov 15, 2009 - Lynn Brogan

Brine is a solution made with salt, sugar, water and seasonings. Soaking meat for hours in brine enhances the flavor and makes the meat tender and juicy.

Nov 10, 2009 - Mary King

With cold and flu season upon us, chicken stock is a must have, feel-good necessity in every kitchen.

Nov 10, 2009 - Sarah Kenny

Ever wonder how to make the perfect turkey gravy, without lumps and seasoned to perfection? This article describes how.

Nov 9, 2009 - Karen Plumley

Each country that depends on rice for its staple food has a particular combination of rice varieties. In Japan, the variety "japonica" is de rigueur.

Nov 9, 2009 - Gina Barnes

Jacket potatoes are easy to make and can be transformed with different topics. Try these baked potato topping ideas for a different slant on a familiar jacket potato.

Nov 7, 2009 - Linda Gentile

Baked potatoes are cheap to buy, easy to prepare and are a versatile dinner choice. Any number of toppings turns each jacket potato into a tasty meal.

Nov 5, 2009 - Linda Gentile

Cook delicious, healthy, preservative-free homemade chicken soup in about an hour using a pressure cooker and this simple chicken soup recipe.

Nov 4, 2009 - Natalie Cooper

Nothing compliments a holiday pie better than homemade pie crust. A good crust has a wonderful buttery taste and is crispy - never soggy.

Nov 4, 2009 - Carol Hilker

Baked beans are often regarded only a tasty side dish, and are not used as an ingredient. Nevertheless, baked beans can be used in many different easy recipes.

Nov 4, 2009 - Linda Gentile

Don't throw away shrimp shells. Instead, use them to create a luscious stock with concentrated seafood flavor.

Nov 3, 2009 - Jeremy Suizo

There are many different kinds of oatmeal with sometimes-confusing names. Learn the differences between oatmeal types to best choose which healthy oatmeal to use.

Oct 28, 2009 - Linda Gentile

The simple steps and ingredients guarantee there is absolutely no way anyone, however hopeless in cooking, can screw it up.

Oct 26, 2009 - Frances Suselo

Caramelized nuts are crisp and flavorful additions to many recipes. Toss them into salads, use them as dessert garnishes or present them as a holiday gift.

Oct 15, 2009 - Minka Gantenbein

Bringing a plump and crispy roast chicken to the table always makes for a memorable occasion, and you'll be amazed at how simple it is.

Oct 15, 2009 - Colette Haydon John

Frittatas use a basic formula of eggs and fillings like cheese or vegetables to make a breakfast or supper meal that is quicker than quiche and more filling than omelets.

Oct 6, 2009 - Lindsay McSweeney

Flatbreads are cheap, incredibly diverse and can be made in minutes. They are delicious filled with spicy tuna and savoury cheese or dipped in dhal and hearty stews.

Oct 6, 2009 - Jack Montgomery

This simple method of cooking rice removes the anxiety from what should be a simple job and banishes the chance of ending up with mushy, or undercooked rice forever.

Oct 6, 2009 - Jack Montgomery

Make your roast chicken go further by simmering the leftover carcass and scraps with some basic aromatics for a delicious homemade broth.

Oct 2, 2009 - Colette Haydon John