There are a lot of things that you can’t put in the oven. You wouldn’t believe how many people ask if they can put cardboard in the oven! The answer is very simply, no. Putting anything that isn’t food or heat resistant material in the oven is asking for trouble. But, what about cardboard? It … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to make a dessert that calls for powdered sugar, you know how challenging it can be to measure the amount of this ingredient. Powdered sugar comes in many different sizes, making it difficult to measure. We’ve all had those moments when we have to sift through a cup of powdery sugar … Read more
When it comes to cooking with cast iron, there are many options available. There is enameled cast iron, which has more benefits than most people realize. But there is also regular old cast iron. Both have their own pros and cons, as well as different uses. So which one should you use when cooking? Let’s … Read more
With new kitchen appliances being released constantly, and the market seeming to be flooded with different versions of the same thing, it can be difficult to work out which appliance is best for your needs. If you’ve ever found yourself in this situation before, you probably know that there are a lot of different factors … Read more
You may have heard that anodized cookware is not safe. That’s because in recent years, several news sources have published articles about the potential hazards of using anodized aluminum cookware. These articles cite a variety of research and personal accounts. In most instances, these stories discuss an unfortunate circumstance where individuals developed itching, blistering and … Read more
Slow cookers are known for their ability to slowly and steadily cook dinner. They’re also known for being hot. The temperature of a slow cooker can range from low (200–300 degrees Fahrenheit) to high (300–400 degrees Fahrenheit). Any setting above medium should be considered high heat; if you want to brown your meat or finish … Read more
Did you know that you can also cook chicken in the microwave? It might sound like a weird idea, but it’s not as strange as you think. Cooking chicken breast in a microwave is an excellent way to prepare this lean cut of meat without having to spend a ridiculous amount of time preparing it. … Read more
If you see a slow-cooker recipe that has prep or cook time of 4 to 6 hours, your first thought might be: Who has the time for that? But converting slow-cooker recipes to fit into your busy schedule is possible. The trick is getting organized and doing some prep work ahead of time. Even if … Read more
When you buy frozen broccoli, you’ll probably want to use it right away. But how do you make it taste good? After all, steaming broccoli might not be the most exciting way of eating it. What’s more is that microwaving frozen broccoli can make it soggy and watery. There is no way to steam frozen … Read more
When we think of pots and pans, most of us probably picture heavy stainless steel or cast iron skillets. Those materials have been the standard for decades because they’re incredibly durable and are great conductors of heat. But in recent years, non-traditional types of cookware have been gaining popularity. Ceramic titanium cookware, also called hybrid … Read more
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