Articles By:

Photo of author

Curtis Carper

One of my all-time favorite "hobbies" is cooking at home! I especially enjoy experimenting with new ingredients ...and different types of cookware. My specialties are foods that are diabetic-friendly, keto-friendly, and low-carb. I share my favorite recipes and cooking tips here at The Fun Times Guide to Food.

When Mother Nature strikes, emergency food and water is YOUR responsibility. Do you have a 3-month supply of food right now? You should. Better yet, this video shows how to start a family survival plan, with up to 1 year's worth of food & supplies!

Oil in moderation is an important part of your diet. Choosing from these 6 healthy cooking oils, you can actually improve your health. This video shows how to pan fry fish to perfection with just a little bit of healthy canola oil.

I knew there had to be a healthier way to enjoy crunchy chicken without frying it. The fried chicken recipe I came up with eliminates most of the fat. You're gonna love my crispy (not fried) chicken recipe!

Condiments taste so much better when you make them at home without a lot of preservatives. Try these condiments recipes to add some zing your meals!

Homemade egg drop soup is one meal that is both satisfying and tasty. At the same time, it will help keep your blood glucose monitor reading well within the safe range if you are diabetic. Here's how I made my own egg drop soup recipe.

Exploding glass makes great headlines. But what's really going on here? There's more behind the Anchor Hocking and Pyrex exploding bakeware phenomenon than most people realize. Here are the facts.

making-spaghetti

I'm diabetic. I also like spaghetti. Here are my best tips for turning whole wheat pasta into a diabetic friendly meal.

vegetable-container-gardening-ideas

Here's how to start a container garden to grow vegetables at home -- without a yard -- and get FREE seeds for your garden!

rainbow-layer-cake

Good News: It doesn't take much more effort to make layer cakes. The trick to assembling a layer cake is to use a revolving cake stand so you can spin it as you decorate.

buckwheat-crepe

There is one type of flour that passes the gluten free test: buckwheat flour! Here are gluten free recipes for buckwheat pancakes, plus my best buckwheat pancake tips.

baked-potato-skins

Whether you're looking for a party appetizer or a quick & easy meal, these Potato Skins are super simple and quick to make. This potato recipe will be one that you refer to often!

Food on a stick can be a delicacy in some countries or an everyday food in others. Check out these weird foods!... photo by magical-world on Flickr

An interesting look at weird food on TV, strange foods from other countries, unusual food at McDonalds. Plus 2 new trends: deep fried food & food on a stick!

There are lots of great uses for an egg slicer... OTHER than for just slicing eggs! photo by by chatirygirl on Flickr

What's the 1 kitchen gadget you can't live without? Generally, I don't do gadgets. But I get more use out of a simple egg slicer than any other item in my kitchen!

It's cheaper to buy potatoes in bulk, like in 20lb bags or larger sacks of potatoes. This sampler of fun potato recipes shows that no matter what meal you're preparing, there is a way to include potatoes and make it unique!

On a cold, blustery day, there's nothing better than a hot bowl of hearty soup to warm the soul! If you're looking for a thick, creamy chowder that will stick to your ribs and satisfy a big appetite, this recipe for New England Clam Chowder fits the bill.

When it comes to the best mashed potatoes, my wife likes plain and simple whipped potatoes. I prefer hearty flavored smashed potatoes. See how we settled the whipped vs smashed potatoes debate once and for all.

Whether you're a diabetic trying to keep your blood glucose numbers low, or you're just trying to eat healthier these days... following are lots of great tips & videos for making healthy pizza using tortilla shells.

These are the best food choppers on the planet. Just check out the reviews! One or more of these kitchen choppers may be just what you need to put that professional touch to your next gourmet dinner.