Tools & Techniques

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Salt has kept entire civilizations alive thanks to its ability to prevent foods from turning into bacteria-laden killers. It preserves food, too. What is it about salt that makes it so versatile?

By Laurie L. Dove

Pasta is a popular dish the world over, but there's a method to the pasta and sauce pairing madness. We'll steer you the right direction for the perfect pasta meal.

By Sara Elliott

Versatile, mild, affordable, healthy and utterly available, chicken is something of a standby in modern cooking. It's also quick to cook, especially if you follow one of these five cooking methods.

By Julia Layton

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You just bought a bag of frozen lobster tails and are wondering how to cook them in the oven. In this article we will show you how to cook lobster tails in the oven.

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You want to cook shiitake mushroom, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to cook shiitake mushroom in this article.

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Learn how to cook spiral ham and serve your family a ham dish they'll love. Learn about how to cook spiral ham in this article.

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You want to make pancakes from scratch, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to make pancakes from scratch in this article.

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You want to make fudge, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to make fudge in this article.

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When you know how to make powdered sugar, you can make cookies, icings and cakes with your own homemade sugar. Learn about how to make powdered sugar in this article.

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You're thinking ahead, and have baked cookies for the holidays, which you want to freeze without them having freezer burn. Follow the simple instructions to learn how to freeze cookies without them having freezer burn.

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If you're planning to make a real Italian dinner, don't forget to make the Alfredo sauce. Read this article to learn how to make Alfredo sauce.

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Would you like to know how to make rice crispy treats? In this article you'll learn how to make rice crispy treats.

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Corn's natural sweetness is brought out when cooked over an open flame. You can learn more about how to grill corn on the cob from this article.

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There are many types of steak that you can grill to perfection over an open flame. You can learn more about how to grill a flank steak from this article.

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Before you grill bratwurst, make sure to check whether it's raw or precooked. You can learn more about how to grill bratwurst in this article.

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OrzoRemember that orzo is the perfect alternative to rice. It's small, like rice, and has a gentle flavor that won't overpower your main dish. The next time you bake salmon or grill shrimp, consider serving orzo pasta instead the traditional steamed ...

Pork loin roast makes a great menu dinner, but you want to know how to cook it. This article will teach you how to cook pork loin.

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If you think prime rib is too daunting to cook, you'd be wrong. It's actually super easy. You don't need any special tools; all you need is your oven and a meat thermometer.

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Did you ever want to know how to cook shark? Learn how to cook shark in this article.

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Knowing how to cook steak in the oven will enable you to make a hearty feast right in your kitchen. Learn about how to cook steak in the oven in this article.

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You don't have to go all the way to Florida to learn how to cook stone crab claws. This article will tell you how to cook stone crab claws.

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There are so many ways how to cook trout. Learn about how to cook trout in this article.

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You'd like to learn how to cook turkey giblets. This article will tell you exactly how to cook turkey giblets.

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You want to cook yucca Spanish root, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to cook yucca Spanish root in this article.

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Beans are a healthy addition to your diet, and cooking beans in a crock pot, is a great way to prepare them. Learn how to cook beans in a crock pot in this article.

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