When thinking about iconic summer foods, what comes to your mind? We’re willing to bet that one of the summer foods you thought about was corn on the cob! The only downside to this delicious summer side is not being…
You like hot coffee throughout the day and wonder if it is safe to leave your coffee maker on all day. Perhaps you wonder if the coffee will still taste good. You might wonder how much electricity it uses in…
Cheese is a top choice when it comes to preparing a party treat or just a snack at home. It’s easy to find in so many different shapes, sizes, flavors, and smells! One of the only difficulties with cheese is…
Who doesn’t love a good quiche? These savory egg tarts can satisfy any appetite with fillings like meat, cheese, vegetables, and seafood. If this is your first time preparing a quiche, or you want to know how to improve the…
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Ladles are a kitchen tool like no other. They help serve liquids, most commonly soup. However, do you ever wonder how much a ladle can hold? There must be more ladle-types that can help in serving other dishes, right? Let…
Besides the age-old “fruit vs. vegetable debate,” a common question in the tomato community is whether to place these plump red gems in the freezer. Considering tomatoes have a relatively short shelf life, it’s no wonder people are curious about…
Trying to make delicious gourmet coffee at home can often be disappointing. One of the best ways to elevate homemade coffee to the level of a barista is to add frothed milk. Unfortunately, we don’t always have to same tools…
Some of the most rewarding dishes to make in your kitchen are the ones that unfortunately take the most time. Usually, this requires the dish to spend hours in the oven, which is time-consuming. It also makes your kitchen even…
Freezing foods is a great way to store food harvested from the garden or extras from an outstanding sale at the supermarket. However, freezing does pose its own set of guidelines and restrictions that cooks should follow to protect you…
The scene is set. You have a movie starting on your tv and you’re about to make a pot of fresh popcorn on your stove. You’re about to start preparing it when you realize you don’t have any more oil!…
Pizza is one of those universal comfort foods that’s versatile enough for basically anyone to enjoy. Unfortunately, it’s also great for busy parties and ordering a late night snack. All together, this means it can be easy to accidentally leave…
If you are new to making quiche, you may have a few less than perfect results the first few times you make it. Quiche is a very versatile dish; however, it can take time to perfect. So what do you…
Do you have a garlic press that has been shoved to the back of your kitchen utensil drawer, collecting dust? Have you ever wondered if your garlic press could serve more than one purpose for your culinary endeavors? We’ve researched…
Ramekins are excellent for preparing traditional French cuisine, pre-portioned meals, and snacks. These aesthetically pleasing tiny bowls serve many productive purposes beyond Creme Brulee and holding ingredients. Home cooks and professional chefs can attest to the many ways ramekins are…
Wine glasses play a very important role in enjoying wine, and they need to be kept clean. Since it’s never easier to clean things by hand, you’re probably wondering if the dishwasher can take care of the job for you.…
After cooking, it is hard to look for spots to store your equipment. More specifically, cutting boards are a pain to store. Should they be near the sink, in the cabinet, or on a countertop? If you are wondering where…
When it comes to kitchen tools, there are a lot of unrecognized heroes. These tools do one or more jobs very well and hardly get the recognition they deserve! A great example of this is cutting boards. They’re needed to…
As we move into the summer months, we return to lighter fare like quiche and tarts. These two items seem quite similar, which might make you wonder, what’s the difference between them? We looked into it and can give you…
There are many different kinds of coffee brewing machines, and each one will produce a unique drink. If you’re planning on purchasing any kind of coffee maker for home, then caffeine is probably your everyday routine. It’s important to select…
Making pizza is complicated. Like cakes, you have to make considerations to make sure it comes out perfectly! One issue that troubles many who try to make pizza is the sticking. More specifically, pizza will stick on the tray, ruining…
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There are proper ways to store produce. If you do not put it away correctly, it’s prone to spoiling faster. To get more specific, have you wondered if you can keep fruit in the pantry? If that is the issue…
There is no doubt that the KitchenAid mixer is convenient and easy to use. However, if you have to hand-wash all the attachments and bowls, it takes greatly away from the convenience of the product. If you’ve recently received a…
Ramekins are a kitchen staple for any chef or baker. They’re durable, versatile, and can be used at a multitude of skill levels. If you are thinking about using ramekins in your kitchen, you may be wondering- are ramekins non-stick?…
It is Saturday night, you are attending a fancy dinner party, and the host brings out a beautifully arranged cheese board. You notice on the tray or perhaps even at your table setting there is a funny-looking knife with a…
Cheeseboards are the bomb, but can the cutting of fancy cheese dull your knives? Some cheeses are super soft, like brie and other double creme cheeses, some are quite hard. We’ve researched to find out if using knives on cheese…
In terms of durability and aesthetics, wooden boards are a “cut” above the competition. There’s a good reason pro chefs prefer using these traditional boards to prepare their food. However, with the advent of plastic cutting boards, some people have…
Whether it’s for Thanksgiving or Sunday dinner, turkeys are a well-known tradition. While there are many different ways to cook a delicious turkey in this day and age, using a baster is one of the most traditional. However, what happens…
Keurigs bring convenience and great-tasting coffee. We can fill it up with water and wait to use it for the next day. However, what about the days we skip the coffee? How long can water stay in the Keurig reservoir?…
Quiche is one of those dishes that’s great no matter what meal you make it for! It’s also amazing at helping you get rid of leftovers and vegetables. Especially those that you’re afraid are going to go bad before you…
Keurig coffee machines are some of the most convenient as they come. A Keurig covers all the prep work for coffee. However, after prolonged use, you may have noticed that your Keurig tastes watered down. Are you curious as to…
Turkey basters are useful for so much more than cooking a juicy Thanksgiving turkey. For example, you can make pancake art with a baster or separate egg parts. Yet when all the cooking fun is done, how do you remove…
Freshly brewed tea sounds refreshing, but you don’t have a kettle anymore. Your coffee maker is just sitting there on the counter and, after all, it has the ability to heat up water. Does this mean the coffee maker can…
It’s pizza night! Once you have your pizzas prepared, it’s time to bake them. You can use either a pizza tray or stone, but what are the differences? Look no further. We’re here to give you all the details. The…
Quiche is one of the best dishes to learn how to cook in your kitchen. It helps you get rid of leftovers and make a well-balanced meal for just you or your whole family! However, one of the biggest problems…
A very common problem in kitchens is running out of storage. You only have so many drawers, and cooking can demand a surprisingly large amount of tools. So how do you decide which tools deserve your coveted storage space? One…
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You love popcorn and don’t like to waste a single kernel. Every time you try to make a batch of popcorn, you come across unpopped kernels and are wondering how to get all of the kernels to pop. You might…
Ramekins are great for preparing Creme Brulee, French onion soups, molten lava cakes, and preportioned meals. Ramekins are versatile as they are handy for home cooks and professional chefs. But are they safe to use in the broiler? We’ve thoroughly…
One of the unsung heroes in every kitchen is the cutting board. It helps you safely prepare your foods for cooking and snacking while also keeping your countertops safe and knives sharp. However, something that you may be unsure about…
Cinnamon rolls make for a sweet, tasty breakfast. They’re an American tradition, after all. If you’re making them from scratch or just opened a yummy can of them, you may be wondering what kind of pan is best for baking…
Wooden rolling pins are functional tools for busy bakers and cooks that double as humble works of art as well. Caring for your wooden rolling pin is a task that will extend the life of your rolling pin and make…