There are two schools of thought when it comes to making pie crusts: Use a food processor or use your hands. Both work well. Which is best for you?
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Making pies is work. Important work, tasty work, fun work. But still serious work. Welcome to Pie Making Boot Camp.
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Nothing says “summer party” like a crisp margarita or a pitcher of sangria. On a hot summer day, the chilled and refreshing flavors make these drinks the perfect cocktails for kicking back and relaxing poolside.
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Our friends at Cook's Country share a comprehensive cannning 101 tutorial. Never tried canning before? This is a great place to start! Plus we are givingaway 5 copies of Grandma's Kitchen cookbook from the Cook's Country publisher. Come inside to find out how to enter.
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Nonstick pots and pans are great for the kitchen, but proper care will help extend the life of your cookware and keep that nonstick surface performing perfectly.
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Nonstick cookware was discovered accidentally back in 1938—and has been making cleanup a breeze since. Come discover some differences in the nonstick coatings, tips for use, and what to look for when shopping for nonstick cookware.
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Fava beans are delicious and rich in nutritional value. After fava beans have been shucked, they're traditionally added to stews, soups and salads.
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Find out which pasta shape will create the best texture and taste for your dish. The sauce you use depends on which pasta shape you choose.
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Want to learn to make homemade pasta? Start with these handy how-to's for novice chefs. A quick tutorial for making healthy, fresh, homemade pasta
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Using the right technique, the icing on your layer cake will look like Duff Goldman got ahold of it.
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If you don't have the right pan for your cake recipe, don't sweat it! There are plenty of pans that can be used as substitutes.
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Useful, colorful and fun infographics you need in your kitchen.
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Salad spinners allow you to remove water from your leafy greens, keeping your salads crisp and encouraging you to wash your produce thoroughly.
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If you have read the CHEFS In Season this month, you know the feature ingredient is Pineapple. Sweet, juicy pineapple. It is a delicious addition to sweet, savory and spicy recipes. But the tough exterior of the pineapple can be a challenge to get through. Today, we are looking at two ways to peel and core a pineapple: using a pineapple corer and using an old-fashioned serrated knife. See how you can peel and core a pineapple in under a minute.
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Flowers are blooming! The sweet, fragrant smell of Spring is in the air. Gardeners are planning and planting their spring and summer crops. As plants begin to flower, using the edible blossoms is a great way to spice up your springtime meals!
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Today is National Pi day. While some folks will probably celebrate the mathematical constant, we choose to celebrate the sweeter tradition of pie! Pie is an American tradition. Whether it is served a la mode or with cheese, pie is one of my favorite ways to finish a meal. We have some tricks and tips for perfecting pie crusts
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Looking for a quick, one-dish meal idea with plenty of room for creativity? Try making one of these five delicious stir-fry dishes. Plus hints and tips on making stir-frys, the wok, and common Asian ingredients.
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I have made this chocolate chip cookie recipe hundreds of times. It is my family's favorite and is usually the cookie of choice filling my cookie jar. This past weekend something went terribly wrong. So a little research later, and I know what went wrong. Here are some cookie baking hints to help you the next time you are tempted to make cookies.
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Coconut is a versatile ingredient in the kitchen. You can use the meat, juice, milk and oil. It can be baked in sweet treats and added to savory meals. But first you have to crack the thing open.
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CHEFS friends from Cook's Country share some tips for selecting, prepping, and cooking asparagus. Plus get Cook's Country recipes for Parmesan Asparagus and Creams Asparagus Soup.
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