Food and Recipes

Lunch at work doesn't need to be dull or unhealthy -- it just takes some planning. With careful planning, you can avoid fast food, vending machines, or a sandwich you put together at the last minute. Learn how to pack a healthy lunch you'll look forward to eating.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Smoking foods is a great method of preservation and enhances meats and other foods with a distinctive flavor. Smoking requires a decent amount of preparation, but the payoff is well worth the effort. Learn more about how to smoke foods.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Though they have distinct flavors, honey and sugar both contain the same amount of carbohydrates. In healthy cooking, the source of the carbohydrate is not nearly as important as the quantity. Learn more about honey and sugar in a diabetic diet.

By the Editors of Diabetic Cooking Magazine

Wondering whether to use canned vs. fresh jalapeno peppers? Go for the fresh for a stronger flavor. Discover the difference between the different types of peppers, learn more about using peppers in your cooking by trying out these recipes.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Did you ever ask yourself what the difference between jams, jellies, marmalade, and preserves is? Read this article to find out all about these sweet concoctions and how to tell the difference.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Breakfast and brunch are important meals, providing energy to get through the day. Learn how to host a brunch and make time for breakfast with the array of yummy breakfast and brunch foods available, even when you are on the go.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Getting enough daily fiber is important for good health. How much fiber do adults need? What does fiber do? Find fascinating fiber facts and tips on how to get more fiber in your diet in this article.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

With proper storage, food lasts longer and tastes better. Do you know how to store foods such as vinegar, sugar, berries and other perishable foods? Find out how to shop for and store a variety of foods for maximum freshness and flavor.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Food temperature is vital when cooking. Knowing what the temperature of the coals can help you determine how long it will take to cook your food. Learn how to check the temperature of charcoal and find links to various food temperature resources.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Soups are a favorite meal all over the world, from upscale restaurants to Grandma's cozy kitchen. This article shows you how to expand your repertoire with delicious stocks and cream soups. You'll also find helpful hints and recipes.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Party planning can be fun and easy if you plan ahead. However, problems can arise if someone attending your party is a diabetic, or a vegetarian. Would you know what to do if that situation arises? Learn how to plan the perfect party here.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Tired of cooking every night? Learn how to use key ingredients prepared in extra quantities for use in a future meal so you only have to cook once.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Every baker wants to make a perfect batch of cookies. In order to make the perfect batch, you need to know a little more than how to just 'mix and bake'. Check out our questions about making cookies and find hints and tips for common cookie problems.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Baking powder is a leavener that makes baked goods rise and is similar to baking soda. Their properties are slightly different, so one should not be substituted for another. Learn how to use and store baking powder in this article.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

The word "basting" usually enters the cooking limelight around the holiday season -- but what exactly is it?

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Cornstarch is used for many things in cooking, but it's most common use is as a binder and thickener in various dishes. Learn the best ways to cook and bake with cornstarch and view great recipes that use cornstarch.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

These dinner preparation tips can help you get dinner on the table in no time. Learn about easy substitutions, do-ahead tips and what you should buy at the market to make dinner preparation easier. Read more and get slow cooker recipe ideas.

By Victoria Vogt

Corn syrup is called for in many recipes because, unlike other sweeteners, it doesn't crystallize and turn grainy when it's cold. If you have processing concerns or allergies, learn corn syrup substitions for your favorite recipes and get more answers about cooking with corn syrup.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Bell peppers are full of nutrients and can be roasted to bring out their inherent sweetness. Learn more about roasting and incorporating them into your favorite recipes.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Food label terms can be confusing and vague. Don't be mislead by false advertising. See a glossary of food label claims and learn what food labels are really saying.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Ever wonder why you should marinate chicken in buttermilk before frying? Find out why buttermilk should be used for fried chicken and other fried chicken tips. Read more and get chicken recipe ideas.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

The good news is that you don't have to do too much to most recipes to make them suitable for one or two. Knowing how to decrease the yield of a recipe opens up a world of food choices, and the more varied your diet, the easier it is to eat well. Get tips.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Small kitchen appliances such as blenders and food processors make cooking easier. The problem is, how do you decide which appliance is right, and how do you use it to create the perfect dish? These kitchen appliance tips will help you operate these gadgets.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Spaghetti sauce is pretty versatile and can be used in other dishes besides pasta. Get quick tips for using spaghetti sauce in a variety of foods, including soups, stews, pizza, ethnic dishes, and more. Try these simple recipes.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Blanching, also known as parboiling, is the method by which foods are partially cooked as a way to preserve their color, texture and flavor. It's also a great way of loosening the skins from fruit and vegetables to make peeling a breeze. Read more.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine