Wish your George Foreman grill wasn’t such a chore to clean? Want to see how to clean a George Foreman grill with very little effort? Here are 3 tricks that make cleaning George Foreman grills super easy. (The aluminum foil idea is the best!)
Preparing & Cooking Food
The Quickest & Easiest Homemade Banana Pudding Recipe… Ever!
Want an easy banana pudding recipe? I’ve got the quickest & easiest one ever! I make it ALL the time because it’s so simple. See my homemade banana pudding recipe, plus a fun variation: individual banana pudding cups!
Exploding Glass Cookware & Bakeware – Should We Be Concerned?
Exploding glass makes great headlines, doesn’t it? But what’s really going on here? The truth is, there’s more behind the Anchor Hocking and Pyrex exploding bakeware phenomenon than most people realize. Here are the facts.
Baking Bacon Splatter-Free: How To Cook Bacon In The Oven Without The Mess!
Cooking bacon in the oven? I discovered a secret! I finally found a way to eliminate 100% of the mess when baking bacon, how long to bake bacon, and the best temp to bake bacon in the oven.
Banana Health Benefits: 6 Reasons I Like To Eat A Banana Every Day + My Favorite Overripe Banana Recipes
Here are 6 reasons I try to eat a banana every day. A list of banana health benefits… for your body and your wellbeing! Plus, my favorite overripe banana recipes – including homemade banana bread and strawberry banana smoothies.
Is The Dinnerly Meal Delivery Service At $5 A Serving Worth It? One Mom’s Review
After I’d heard nothing but great reviews about the meal delivery service called Dinnerly from my mother and sister-in-law, it peaked my interest as a chance to switch up our family meal menus. So I signed up and gave Dinnerly a try. Here’s what makes Dinnerly different, how it compares to other meal subscription boxes, what’s included & what’s not, what I like best about Dinnerly, and a word of warning before trying it.
Clever Ways To Make Smores At Home: Campfire Cones Are A Fun Idea For Kids, Parties, Camping, Or Anytime You Want A Sweet Treat!
Campfire Cones are the perfect sweet treat for kids of all ages — a great alternative to traditional Campfire Smores. Here’s my favorite Campfire Cones recipe and tasty Smores ideas that work well inside waffle cones. These can be made at home in the oven, on the grill, or on a campfire!
How To Make Shark Fin Cupcakes For Shark Week Or A Shark-Themed Party
Shark fin cupcakes are an easy addition for a shark-themed party or to celebrate Shark Week. I recently made some for a party — so I thought I’d share a few tips I’ve learned and show you how to make shark fin cupcakes yourself.
High-Tech Holidays: 4 Cool Kitchen Gadgets To Simplify Your Thanksgiving Dinner
It’s time to trade in your old analog cookware for new digital cookware! These 4 hi-tech kitchen gadgets will completely transform your Thanksgiving dinner. Now it’s faster & easier to prepare food at home for the holidays!
Turkey Brining 101: Ever Wonder How (Or Why) To Brine Turkey?
What I’ve learned about turkey brining: Brining works best for roasting / grilling a turkey. You need to thaw the turkey completely first. Soak the turkey 8 to 24 hours in the brine marinade. Finally, dry off the turkey and cook it.
5 Easy Halloween Treats Recipes With Just 3 Ingredients Each!
5 simple Halloween treat recipes that kids love. You can hand them out to trick-or-treaters instead of candy bars. Or serve them at your Halloween party!
Marshmallow Fluff Never Fail Fudge Recipe – My 4 Best Tips For Tasty Results
One of my favorite dessert recipes is Marshmallow Fluff Never Fail Fudge. Here’s how to make this classic fudge recipe + My personal tips for the best results
Making Bread At Home: My Review Of The Zojirushi Bread Maker + The Best Bread Slicers And Bread Knives
Thinking of making bread at home yourself? We recently invested in a Zojirushi bread maker and have found the best bread slicers and bread knives too!
Healthy Fried Chicken Recipe: It’s SO Easy To Have Crispy Chicken… Without All The Fat!
I figured there had to be a healthier way to enjoy crunchy chicken… without frying it. The fried chicken recipe that I came up with leaves the deep fryer in the cupboard. It also eliminates most of the fat by removing the skin from the chicken pieces. Here’s my crispy — but not fried — chicken recipe that you’re going to love!
Simple Party Food Ideas To Eliminate The Stress Of Cooking For A Crowd
The next time you’re hosting a party or preparing to feed a big group, don’t panic. Just keep it simple and try some of these quick & each recipes that will keep yourself unstressed and your guests’ stomachs satisfied.
Whole Wheat Pasta: Another Diabetic Friendly Meal Idea
I’m diabetic. I also like spaghetti. Here are my best tips for turning whole wheat pasta into a diabetic friendly meal.
All The Best Kitchen Shortcuts & Cheat Sheets For Quick Food And Cooking Tips!
A super handy reference guide for anyone who spends time in the kitchen cooking and preparing food. I refer to these kitchen shortcuts ALL the time!
Fun & Easy Tips For Making Layer Cakes
Good News: It really doesn’t take much more effort to make layer cakes. A layer cakes shows that you think the recipient is just a little bit more special and deserves more than just your average birthday cake. The trick to assembling layer cakes is to use a revolving cake stand so you can spin it as you decorate. More tips here.
Gluten Free Recipes Using Buckwheat Flour: A Safe Alternative For Those Allergic To Wheat
There is one type of flour that passes the gluten free test: buckwheat flour! Here are some gluten-free buckwheat pancake recipes, along with tips for making the best buckwheat pancakes. Plus, lots more gluten free buckwheat recipes — because there’s more to make from buckwheat than just pancakes!
Potato Skins: A Simple Potato Recipe That Makes A Quick Snack Or An Easy Meal
Whether you’re looking for a party appetizer or a quick and easy meal, these Potato Skins are super simple and really quick to make. This potato recipe will be one that you refer to often!
My Favorite Kitchen Gadget: The Egg Slicer
Recently I was asked, “What is the one kitchen gadget that you can’t live without?” Generally speaking, I just don’t do gadgets. After long thought, however, there is one item that I really like. I get more use out of a simple egg slicer than just about any other item in my kitchen!
5 Ways To Use One Whole Chicken & Get The Most For Your Money
I would never have thought you could do much with one deli chicken, but the mom in this video proved me wrong! These are all the ways you can use a single deli chicken (you know, the whole roasted chicken that you can buy already seasoned and cooked at most grocery stores) to save time and money.
15 Frugal Recipes That Taste Great & Save Money
15 different frugal recipes that taste great! They were all created with the intention to save you money!
Best Potato Peeling Tips + What To Do With All Those Potato Skins (And Leftover Potatoes)
Where do you peel your potatoes and what do you do with all the potato skins? Do you toss them down the drain?… STOP! Here’s why, plus lots of fun uses for all of those potato skins, and even unique ways to use whole potatoes.
How To Make Ice Cream At Home Without An Ice Cream Machine
Here are 2 mouth-watering ice cream recipes that can be prepared in just 30 minutes, plus videos and tips for making homemade ice cream yourself WITHOUT an ice cream maker!
Buy Potatoes In Bulk? How To Store Potatoes And Prepare Interesting Potato Recipes
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!
5 Reasons To Buy A George Foreman Rotisserie
The George Foreman name is synonymous with nutritious meals, and the George Foreman rotisseries are no exception. Here are the top 5 reasons to own a George Foreman rotisserie oven.
Easy Clam Chowder Recipe – A Great Soup For A Winter Day
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.
Best Mashed Potatoes Debate – How We Settled The Whipped vs Smashed Potato Wars
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.
Foods That Should Never Be Put In The Kitchen Sink Garbage Disposal
A list of food scraps that cannot be put down the garbage disposal, plus tips for getting the most of that handy disposer in your kitchen sink.
The Best Microwave Uses You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
Here are some cool things you can do with a microwave that you might not have have heard before.
Bamboo Cutting Board Facts ~ Pros & Cons Of Bamboo Cutting Boards
If you’re torn between getting a bamboo cutting board or not, here are the pros and cons of using bamboo cutting boards…
Healthy Pizza Recipes: Tortilla Pizza Is Diabetic-Friendly & Simple To Make
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.
Kitchen Chopper Reviews ~ Find The Best Food Choppers
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.
Everyday Uses For Kitchen Shears & Reasons To Use ‘Em Instead Of Knives
Why risk using large ultra-sharp knives when a good pair of kitchen shears are better, easier, faster, cleaner, and safer?! What’s YOUR favorite way to use kitchen shears?
Simple Tricks To Help You Cook Healthy + 2 Ways To Steam Vegetables In The Microwave
Learning to cook healthy is just a matter of making a few small adjustments to how you prepare your meals. Here are 10 tips for healthy cooking, plus videos showing how to keep all the nutrients in your vegetables by steaming them in the microwave.
Yes, Quick Healthy Meals Are Possible Even When You Have No Time To Cook
With these tips, quick healthy meals can be served up at home — even when you have no time at all! Plus, there’s a video that demonstrates some products that can make it even easier.
Condiments Recipes – See How To Make Your Own Condiments & Substitutions
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!
Best Fried Chicken Recipes & Restaurants With The Best Fried Chicken
A collection of the best fried chicken recipes that you can make at home: pan fried chicken, oven fried chicken, deep fried chicken, and more!
The Best Kitchen Gadget?… The Egg Slicer, Of Course!
There’s a kitchen gadget for everything these days. However, there are a few that actually deserve a place in your kitchen. This video demonstrates the kitchen gadgets that will help you bring professional results to the dinner table.
Cooking Oils Explained – How To Choose The Right Cooking Oil
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.
Whole Canned Chicken Isn’t As Bad As It Sounds… It’s Great For Homemade Soups!
If you’re tired of Ramen Noodles or Hamburger Helper, try Whole Chicken In A Can. Laugh if you like, but whole canned chicken makes a great soup or stew! It’s fully cooked, just reheat and add some fresh veggies for a wonderful meal.
Here’s The Trick To Removing Burnt Popcorn Smell From A Microwave
This video shows how fast you can burn microwave popcorn. The terrible smell will linger for ever and will be tough to clean. Here’s the best way to get burnt popcorn smell cleaned out of your microwave.
Dangerous Cookware Exposed: Teflon, Nonstick, Pyrex, Ceramic – Which Is The Safest?
Pyrex bakeware can fly apart sending glass everywhere. Non-stick and Teflon coated pans pump poisons chemicals into the air when heated. Watch this video and you’ll be convinced that ceramic cookware is the only safe option!
3-Minute Snack Recipe: Microwave Chocolate Cake In A Cup
Satisfy your desire for chocolate with a 3-minute recipe: microwave chocolate cake in a cup! I bet everything you need to make it is right in your pantry.
Fall Apple Harvest Recipe Ideas: Crock Pot Apple Butter, Hot Apple Cider & More
Crock pot apple butter is easy to make, tastes great on toast, and makes the whole kitchen smell delicious. Plus a few other recipe ideas for fall apples.
To Make Tender Meat, Use A Crockpot Or A Pressure Cooker
Both a pressure cooker and a crockpot can make your meat super tender and delicious. One takes more time but can be left unattended while cooking. The other needs vigilant supervision throughout the cooking process.
Using Whole Grains & Healthy Seeds Makes Homemade Bread Special
Homemade bread using whole grains and healthy seed is a real treat. Here are some recipes and tips for using whole grains.
Brat Bath – My Favorite Way To Cook Brats At A Tailgate
Considering the season, and the games I’m watching, I thought I’d write about my favorite way to cook brats at a tailgate. I use a brat bath since it helps with a couple of tailgate challenges.
Fun Things To Do With Spoiled Food: 21 Ways To Use Overripe Fruit
Stocking up on in-season produce is only smart if you don’t let it go to waste.
