Cooking Articles

Love, On The Half Shell

There is one food that most often comes to mind when you think of romantic possibilities, and that is the oyster. With their reputed special romantic powers, they are the perfect food for this love-laden...

Leftovers Again?

So, how’s the challenge going? Have you come up with anything that you’d make again—or not? Any chance you’re making a dent in helping to eliminate one-third of the trash (and save some of that...

Vegetarian Tacos, with Some Meat for Good Measure

When I was growing up, no taco night was complete without a giant bowl of soft avocado, mashed together with onions, tomatoes, and cilantro and surrounded by crunchy white corn chips. Meant only as an...

Oh So Very Simple Syrup

It is always fun to impress your guests when you entertain, and one of the simplest ways to do that is with simple syrup. Simply put, simple syrup is sugar dissolved in water boiled into a thick liquid....

Cooking Among Friends: Eat Better With Less Work

How would you like to be able to serve your family a hot, healthy, delicious evening meal and save money and time in the process? Too good to be true? Not according to Mary Tennant and Becki Visser, founders...

Of Cast Iron and Cornbread

Typically, admitting one is a bachelor to someone usually says to them that you ain't got a stocked kitchen; you're probably still using the cheap pots from the dollar store that your Aunt Edna gave you...

A Valentine's Treat from the Slow Cooker

Though commonly associated with romantic love, Valentine’s Day is the perfect holiday opportunity to extend your warm thoughts and appreciation to all those people that you care about. Although some...

Dinner at Home: The Ultimate Romantic Gesture

Food is an integral part of most holidays, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. Whether it is a box of chocolates, dinner at a fancy restaurant, or a romantic dinner at home, food is going to be part...

Fun Ideas For Valentine's Day

Aaahh, it’s that time of year again: the time for hearts, flowers, and romantic gestures. But if you are a kid, then Valentine’s Day is really about two things, candy and cards! Now given that...

Sweet Valentines

It’s that Valentine’s Day time of the year. And what comes to mind? Hearts, red, pink, kisses, hugs, declarations of love, right? Yeah, it seems like the first two weeks of February are filled with...

French Onion Soup, Neat and Easy

A long slow simmer and plenty of carmelization. That’s the key to the best French onion soup. They really are the two most important aspects to take into account when making this fine French creation....

Rekindle An Old Flame With Fondue

Remember when you fell in love? And sometime after that there was a ring. After the ring came a bridal shower… and the three identical wooden salad bowls. After that came the wedding… and the bread...

Sweet Treats Made Miniature

If you are a sucker for sweet treats, then St. Valentine’s Day is just your holiday. The day is built around giving our loved ones small tokens of our affection, including lots of sweets like candy conversation...

A Procrastinator's Guide to Valentine's Day

Hey, you! Yeah, I am talking to you. How did I know you would be reading this? Easy. As the boyfriend/husband/fiancé to your lovely female counterpart, it is practically part of your DNA to procrastinate....

The Perfect Opportunity: Bake For Family Fun Month

Did you know that February is Bake For Family Fun Month? No, it's not something that's splashed across the headlines or that made the evening news lately, is it? The Home Baking Association has designated...

Two Cooks In The Kitchen Is Not Too Many

One of the biggest restaurant holidays of the year is of course Valentine’s Day. Millions of couples go through the same annual ritual— a box of chocolate candy, a bouquet of flowers, and a meal out....