Tools & Techniques

Looking for a way to add a garnish to your cooking? We have great tips and ideas to help you make the most of your garnish. See what you can do with radishes, tomatoes, mushrooms, strawberries and chocolate to liven up your dishes and dinner parties.

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You've got turkey questions, we've got turkey answers. Find answers to your thawing, preparing, carving, deep-frying, cooking, and storing turkey questions.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

Find answers to common food questions and learn new cooking skills you never knew you had. These cooking articles provide cooking tips on everything from corn syrup to cheese to fried chicken.

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"Scant" means "just barely." When cooking, scant refers to a very small amount of a seasoning or an ingredient. Learn more about scant cooking amounts here.

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Spatchcocking is a specific way of preparing the chicken so it can be flattened to cook quickly by grilling, roasting, or broiling, or over an open fire. Learn more about how to spatchcock and many other interesting spatchcocoking facts.

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Vanilla sugar is sugar that has been flavored with a vanilla bean. It can be made from scratch or found at gourmet stores. Read this article to learn more about vanilla sugar.

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Baking yeast, which comes in three varieties, is used for baking bread. Learn more about baking yeast here, including the differences between the 3 types you would find in a grocery store.

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Food definitions can help you understand your diet better and help you with your cooking. Learn the difference between foods and what they mean here. Find tips on cooking with cornstarch, find your answers to herb questions, and even discover a fun Italian cooking quiz.

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If you're like most people, you probably don't think too much about the safety of your food. But considering the amount of bacteria found in raw meats and unwashed foods, everyone should be more mindful about food preparation habits in the kitchen. Check out these safety tips.

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A water bath is used when cooking foods that require a moist cooking environment, like custards and puddings. Learn more about how to make one in your own home.

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"Chiffonade" is a French cooking term that literally means "in rags." Learn more about this cutting term and how and when to use it in your recipes.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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A buffet table is a great way to efficiently serve a large number of guests, but what is the best way to set one up? These potluck questions and tips offer advice on setting up the perfect buffet table and on keeping food safe while transporting it to a party.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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