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How to
Cook Rice in a Rice Cooker
Learn to make fluffy, perfect rice every time you cookUsing a rice cooker is a simple and effective way to cook rice. Many rice cookers keep the rice warm after it's cooked. There's no need to watch the rice cooker since...
How to
Freeze Cooked Turkey
Learn the best way to store leftover turkey in your freezerIf you've cooked a turkey and want to freeze the leftovers for later, the most important thing is to package the turkey tightly and securely. Cut the cooked turk...
The Best Way to Cook Rice in the Microwave
Get perfectly cooked rice every time with this handy microwave recipe Cooking rice in the microwave is fast, easy, and only requires one dish. Plus, the even heat from a microwave can sometimes make better rice than the ...
How to
Do the Tim Tam Slam
The Tim Tam is a popular chocolate biscuit native to Australia. It consists of two wafers of malted biscuit which sandwich a creamy chocolate filling, with the whole thing being held together by a thin outer layer of cho...
How to Tell if Buttermilk is Bad: 4 Signs
If your buttermilk has been hanging out at the back of the fridge for a while, you might not be sure if it's still good to use. Since buttermilk has a signature tangy flavor, it can be hard to tell if buttermilk has gone...
How to
Make Sticky Rice Using Regular Rice
Sticky rice has a unique texture and flavor. It is used in many Japanese and Thai dishes. Unfortunately, it is not always easy to find. There are ways to cook regular, non-sticky rice so that it becomes somewhat stickier...
3 Telltale Signs That Ground Turkey Has Gone Bad
Check for these warning signs before you use your ground turkey Your recipe calls for ground turkey, but how long has that package been in your fridge or freezer? If you’re wondering if your ground turkey is still saf...
How to Prepare Boiled Rice Perfectly Every Time: Easy Recipe
Learn how to cook perfect white, brown, & basmati riceRice is one of those kitchen staples that can help round out a wide variety of meals. Whether you prefer white, brown, or basmati, rice can make a tasty side dish to ...
How to
Skim Fat Off Soup
Removing the fat from soup and broth can be an essential part of a recipe, or it might be a preference to help you maintain a leaner diet. Skim the soup during the cooking process to get a clearer, leaner broth. Or strai...
Making Quinoa in a Rice Cooker (Plus Flavoring Ideas)
Quinoa is delicious and nutritious. Even better, it’s easy to cook, especially if you steam it in a rice cooker. Not only is this method fast, but the result will be light, fluffy quinoa every time. You can even add o...
How to
Defrost Cooked Chicken
Thaw and reheat your frozen chicken quickly with our guideWhether you need to defrost a store-bought chicken or are looking to reheat some leftovers, thawing a cooked chicken is a quick and easy process that will prepare...
How to
Prevent Rice from Sticking to the Bottom of a Pot
Rice is a great addition to any meal, whether it’s a side dish or part of the main course. Although rice is pretty easy to make, it can be frustrating to clean the pot afterwards if there’s a layer of rice stuck to i...
How to
Eat Cranberries
If the bright color of fresh cranberries has caught your eye, learn how to include them in your diet. Fresh cranberries are low in calories, high in soluble fiber, full of vitamin C, and they have cancer-fighting antioxi...
How to Make Stir Fry (Easy)
Plus, how to enhance your stir fry with delicious, Asian-inspired sidesStir fry (sometimes hyphenated as "stir-fry") is a Chinese cooking style dating back over 1500 years that involves the quick, high-heat cooking of me...
How to
Celebrate Festivus
If you don’t want to celebrate the holidays in the traditional sense, you might enjoy celebrating Festivus. With Festivus, you can resist holiday commercialism and stresses while still getting together with your loved ...
How to
Cook Cod Fillets
Cod is a popular white fish that is meaty and contains very few bones. It's a versatile fish that can be cooked in a number of ways that include pan-frying, broiling, and poaching. Although cod is high in cholesterol, it...
How to Cook Jasmine Rice with a Rice Cooker
The right rice-to-water ratio, serving technique & moreJasmine rice is a very fragrant long-grain rice from Thailand that has a slightly sticky texture. It has a nutty flavor too, which makes an ideal alternative to regu...
How to
Make Icing Without Icing Sugar
Icing sugar – also called confectioners’ sugar or powdered sugar – is a staple in most icing recipes. Icing sugar has a fine, powdery consistency that easily blends with other ingredients. If you’re out of powder...
How to
Cook Rice in a Slow Cooker
You don’t need a rice cooker in order to enjoy rice with your favorite meals—you can get the same delicious results using an ordinary slow cooker. Just measure out your rice, add water, and set your slow cooker to it...
How to Safely Thaw Chicken in the Microwave
Instructions for thawing chicken in the microwave—including how long it takes and what power settings to use Keeping chicken in the freezer until you’re ready to use it is a no-brainer. But when it’s time to defro...
