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Spinach Quiche

Side Dishes That Go With Quiche?Finding the best complements to your main dish will make for a great meal. This page is about side dishes that go with quiche.

 

Frozen Red Potatoes pieces on plate

Using Frozen Raw PotatoesWhen raw potatoes have been frozen, they are soft when thawed. They can be cooked right away and used in some dishes without a change in flavor or texture.

 

Vanilla pudding.

Pudding Tips and TricksThis is a page about pudding tips and tricks. Pudding is a quick and easy dessert to make and there are some tips to ensure that it comes out right and tasty every time.

 

Tomato Paste

Is Canned Tomato Sauce or Paste Gluten Free?If you are trying to avoid gluten in your diet, then you know that gluten can turn up in unsuspecting places. Here is some information if you are worried about it being canned tomato sauce and paste. This is a page about whether canned tomato sauce or paste is gluten free.

 

Woman Cooking for an Elderly Person

Cooking for an Elderly Person?This is a page about cooking for an elderly person. When cooking for an elderly parent or friend there are some considerations to keep in mind when planning the meals.

 

Binder For Corned Beef Hash - bowl of corned beef hash

What is a Good Binder for Corned Beef Hash?Canned corned beef hash can be somewhat crumbly, making it difficult to shape into patties that stay together when cooked. There are several possible additions suggested on this page. This is a page about, "What is a good binder for corned beef hash?".

 

A binder clip used as a chip clip

Chip Clip IdeasThis is a page about chip clip ideas. There are a lot of things, you may already have around the house that can be used instead of the plastic chip clips sold at the store.

 

A bowl of well cooked chicken noodle soup.

Foods I Can Eat After Having My Teeth PulledAfter having your teeth pulled, you may have a very restricted diet until your gums heal. This is a page about foods I can eat after having my teeth pulled.

 

Open can of tuna.

Draining Canned TunaThis page is about draining canned tuna. Removing the oil or water from canned fish is usually done before using it in recipes.

 

plate of spaghetti with tomato sauce

Information about Spatini Spaghetti...This page contains information about Spatini spaghetti sauce mix. Spatini is a brand of dry spaghetti sauce seasonings that disappeared from the market for a time.

 

Woman adding things to a stock pot, man prepping food.

Cooking Chicken Stew for 1000 People?It can be difficult to scale recipes for large crowds. This is a page about cooking chicken stew for 1000 people.

 

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Cooking Lasagna For 70?I am making lasagna for 70 people in 19 x 11 inch pans. How many pans should I make?

 

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Mashed Potatoes for 40 People?How many pounds of potatoes would be needed to feed 40 people mashed potatoes?

 

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Product Review: Butterball Fully Cooked Smoked Turkey?Has anyone tried the Butterball fully cooked smoked turkey? Is it good enough to serve to guests for Thanksgiving?

 

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Chicken Salad for 20 People?How much chicken salad do I need to feed 20 people?

 

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Watch Labels for MSGI recently discovered an insidious additive that almost all manufacturers are putting into foods, and I hope you all begin to watch for it. It is MSG (monosodium glutamate), and of course, we expect it to be in Asian foods.

 

A pile of potato chips.

Using Potato ChipsWhen I have those little "crumb" chips left in the bag, I grind them up in my "buzz" blender. Store in a container in the refrigerator, adding more as available. I add these crumbs to my mix a Tbsp. at a time when breading something.

 

Corn that has been dried on the cob, ready for parching.

Parching Corn?My mother made parched corn with popcorn. Where do I buy corn on the cob (she shucked it off cob)?

 

Combining the two boxes into one.

Combining Snacks to Save SpaceI recently went to the dollar tree and found these snack breakfast bars. When I got them home, I realized that each one had 5 packettes in them. But they were taking up almost no room. So, I opened them both and saw I could fit all 10 in one package. I saved room in the pantry and they didn't flop around in the box and get broken.

 

shrimp paste meal

Using Shrimp PasteShrimp paste is small fermented shrimp used in many South East Asian cuisines. The smell is quite strong and can be unappetizing to those who are not used to it, but is cherished by many Asian countries.

 

A collection of lemons on a wooden surface.

When Life Gives You LemonsWhen at first it appears that life is giving you lemons, you may find a blessing in the final results.

 

sprinkling powdered sugar on a loaf cake

What Is 10X Sugar?In many instances the term 10x sugar is used interchangeably with confectioner's or powdered sugar. There is a difference however, not all powdered sugar is the same. Confectioner's sugar contains a bit of corn starch, while some powdered sugars do not. Usage determines the best choice. This is a page about, "What is 10x sugar?".

 

Disgusted man doesn't want to eat.

Cooking Advice for Feeding Picky HusbandsSometimes, our spouses are more particular than we are in regards to flavors and new ingredients. It can be a challenge when planning healthy and inexpensive dinners. This page contains cooking advice for picky husbands.

 

Ball of dough on a tortilla press.

Uses for an Electric Tortilla Press?An electric tortilla press not only forms the tortillas, but also cooks them. Here are a few other recipes and suggestions to try with your electric tortilla press.

 

Cloves on a wooded spoon.

Uses for ClovesWhether you are cooking with them or using them as a natural remedy, cloves have numerous uses. Here are just a few. This is a page about uses for cloves.

 

Stick of butter on a table with pat sliced off

Using ButterThis is a page about using butter. Butter is often used in cooking or as a spread on baked goods. Here are some tips for making it easier to spread, when to use in baking and how, as well as how to measure a stick or block.

 

Buffet table full of food.

Cooking for 300 People?Here are lots of frugal ideas for cooking for a large party or event. This is a page about cooking for 300 people.

 

A butternut squash being cut in half.

Cutting SquashWinter squash, such as acorn squash, have a very tough skin making them a bit difficult to cut. One thought is to use a pumpkin carving tool. Of course a very sharp knife will also do the job. This is a page about cutting squash.

 

Ham hocks and beans in pot

Cooking Ham Hocks and Dry Beans in a Pressure Cooker?It will be best to soak your beans first before cooking them, and even your ham hock to remove excess salt. This is a page about cooking ham hocks and dry beans in a pressure cooker.

 

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Why Are Organic Products So Expensive?Consumers are sometimes confused by the higher cost of organic produce and other products. While there is no money spent on herbicides and pesticides there are costs involved in growing foods organically and protecting them from pests and weed invasion. Likewise, untreated products do not have the same shelf life as produce sprayed with antifungals. This is a page about, "Why are organic products so expensive?".

 

Organic Produce

How to Prioritize Organic Produce PurchasesSome produce has more pesticides than others. Where organic isn't always available, it is good to know which produce is safest. This is a page about how to prioritize organic produce purchases.

 

Terra Cotta Disk for Keeping Brown Sugar Soft and Fluffy

Use a Terra Cotta Disk to Keep Brown Sugar SoftA small piece of moistened terra cotta can make a difference in your brown sugar by not allowing it to harden in your cannister. This is a page about use a terra cotta disk to keep brown sugar soft.

 

A winter squash with the seeds still inside.

Tips for Using SquashWhen preparing any type of squash, save the seeds for roasting or planting. This is a page about tips for using squash.

 

Organic Produce in Supermarket

FAQ's About Organic FoodOrganic foods are often the better choice when purchasing food, especially produce. Here are some helpful FAQ's about organic food.

 

A collection of eggplants.

How to Buy EggplantDetermine whether an eggplant or aubergine is male or female. A male will give you a fruit that is less bitter with less seeds. This is a page about how to buy eggplant.

 

Bowl of Mixed Nuts

Freezing NutsA great way to maintain the quality of stored nuts is by freezing. This is a page about freezing nuts.

 

A jar filled with chewing gum packets.

Storing Chewing GumStore your excess gum in an air tight container in a cool location to retain freshness. This is a page about storing chewing gum.

 

Green olives smashed to remove the pit.

How to Pit Olives Without a PitterIt is easy to save the flavor inside the olive and pit the olives when you are ready to eat them. This is a page about how to pit olives without a pitter.

 

Spaghetti

Making Spaghetti for 100 People?Calculating the amount of ingredients you will need to feed 100 people, starts with the amount you expect to serve per person. This is a page about making spaghetti for 100 people.

 

Spaghetti Supper

Spaghetti Supper for 300 to 400 People?Determine the size of your servings and multiply by the number of people, to figure out how much food you will need to make. This is a page about spaghetti supper for 300 to 400 people.

 

Fresh Cauliflower

Fresh Cauliflower for 60 People?Figure how many ounces your servings will be to determine how much cauliflower you will need. This is a page about fresh cauliflower for 60 people.

 

Frozen Corn

Frozen Corn for 60 People?When cooking for a large crowd, calculating the amount of food you need to buy and/or prepare is very important. This is a page about buying enough frozen corn for 60 people.

 

Raw Hamburger

Amount of Hamburger Needed for 100 People?Depending on how you plan to prepare the ground meat, you will need to calculate the proper amount for a reasonable serving, when feeding a large crowd. This is a page about the amount of hamburger needed for 100 people.

 

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Gloved Hand Holding Mug of Hot Chocolate

Making Hot Chocolate for a Large Group Inexpensively?This is a page about making hot chocolate for a large group inexpensively. Hot chocolate is an easy drink to prepare for a large group of people. Here are some tips for keeping the cost down.

 

Woman Chopping Vegetables

Finding Inspiration for New FoodsTo avoid getting bored with the same flavors, you may find some thing new to make in a restaurant, or the grocery's prepared salad section and deli. This is a page about finding inspiration for new foods.

 

Spice Grinder

Using a Spice GrinderA spice grinder is great to have for salt and pepper and other spices. Here's some helpful tips about using a spice grinder.

 

Kabobs on a serving plate.

Making Kabobs for a Large Group?Serving kabobs to a large group is a good idea. You will need to estimate ingredients, guest preferences for meats, seafood, and/or vegetables. One final consideration is who will prepare them. This is a page about making kabob for a large group.

 

An Oreo cookie placed on a fork, being dipped into a glass of milk.

Use a Fork to Dunk Oreos in MilkYou can prevent dipping your fingertips in the milk while dunking Oreos by using a fork. Use a fork to dunk Oreos in milk by poking the tines into the center frosting.

 

Glad Press'n Seal Wrap

Uses for Glad Press'n Seal WrapPress'n Seal can be very a very useful variation of regular Saran Wrap. Once you start using it, it is easy to find many uses for glad Press'n Seal wrap.

 

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake - slice of cake 2

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake RecipeWhether it's for a birthday party or other celebration, a mint chocolate chip ice cream cake is sure to get gobbled up by your guests. This cake is easy to make and can be decorated and customized for any occasion.

 

Homemade strawberry ice cream.

Using an Electric Ice Cream Maker?Make delicious ice cream with an easy to use electric ice cream maker. That way you can enjoy this frozen treat faster than with a hand crank ice cream maker. This is a page about using an electric ice cream maker.

 

Using a juicer to juice several lemons.

How to Get More Juice Out Of LemonsIf you are juicing lemons, limes or other citrus fruit, warming the fruit up a little before juicing will increase your yield. This page includes tips about how to get more juice out of your lemon.

 

Gluten Free Flour Mix ingredients in bowl

Gluten Free Flour MixIf you need to bake with gluten free flour regularly, it may be helpful to remake the flour mixture ahead of time. This is a page about gluten free flour mix.

 

A flight attendant talking at the airport.

Meal Ideas for a Flight Attendant?Flight attendants have access to the inflight meals but may need to pack their own food for dietary or preferential reasons. This page has meal ideas for a flight attendant.

 

Kanten Jelly

Using Agar-agar (Kanten)Agar-agar can be used as a substitute for gelatin. It is made from seaweed and thus is a good choice for preparing a vegetarian dish or in many Asian recipes. This is a page about using agar-agar (kanten).

 

A bowl of coleslaw.

Coleslaw Tips and TricksMaking coleslaw doesn't have to be a time consuming chore. This is a page about coleslaw tips and tricks.

 

Sifting flour using a metal strainer.

Flour Sifting Tips and TricksFor baking purposes, it is always best to sift your flour prior measuring. This is a page about flour sifting tips and tricks.

 

Evaporated Milk

Using Evaporated MilkEvaporated mil can be used as a substitute for fresh milk if you don't have access to fresh milk. This is a page about using evaporated milk.

 

Clip hanger used for holding recipe, from cupboard knob.

Using Clip Hanger for Reading RecipesSometimes keeping your recipe close at hand and easy to view while cooking can be difficult. Use a hanger with clips to keep your recipe off the counter and easy to read. This is a page about using clip hanger for reading recipes.

 

Father and Son Cooking Dinner Together

Saturday Meal IdeasCooking a meal at home for Saturday is a great activity to bring the whole family together. This is a page about Saturday meal ideas.

 

Placemat casserole dish cover.

Using Placemats to Make Casserole Dish CoversSome placemats can be used as a cover for casserole dishes. This is a page about using placemats to make casserole dish covers.

 

A jar of sugar that has been flavored by vanilla beans.

Vanilla Bean Sugar RecipesAdding a vanilla bean to your sugar will impart a nice vanilla flavor to your sugar. This is a page about vanilla bean sugar.

 

Sliced Pound Cake

Uses for Leftover Pound Cake?Often, there is no leftover pound cake. However, when there is, you can use the leftovers in a variety of other dessert dishes. This is a page about uses for leftover pound cake.

 

A man wearing swimming goggles while cutting an onion.

Cut Onions Wearing Swimming GogglesOnions produce a chemical irritant known as syn-propanethial-S-oxide. This substance causes the common eye watering we experience when cutting onion. There are some ways to help keep this from happening. This is a page about cut onions wearing swimming goggles.

 

A pan of tomato sauce for spaghetti.

Should I Saute Onions for Spaghetti Sauce?Many think that saute'ing the onion, will bring out more flavor in your sauce. This is a page about should I saute onions for spaghetti sauce?

 

Corn Tortilla

Recipes Using Corn Tortillas?Corn tortillas can be used for many different recipes, not just burritos and tacos. This is a page about recipes using corn tortillas.

 

A Danish aebleskiver pan on a stove.

Aebleskiver Pan Keeps Sticking?These pans are typically used to make Danish pancake puffs and similar pastries. Using the correct amount of oil and seasoning the pan can help prevent sticking. This is a page about Aebleskiver pan keeps sticking.

 

A woman with an upset stomach.

Beano Substitute?If you are gassy after eating beans, it might be helpful to try using Beano or a Beano substitute before eating beans. This is a page about Beano substitute.

 

Plastic Food Containers

Keeping Bugs Out of Plastic Food ContainersMany consumers prevent the explosion of pantry moths and weevils, by freezing their dry goods when brought home from the store. There are other methods to try as well. This is a page about keeping bugs out of plastic food containers.

 

Canned frosting being spooned into a bowl.

Thinning Canned Frosting?Canned frosting is convenient, but it may be too thick for the decorating application you desire. Thinning it is an option. This is a page about thinning canned frosting.

 

Banana Pudding

Banana Pudding for a Large Group?Banana pudding is a great dessert treat to make for large groups. This is a page about banana pudding for 150 people.

 

A spool of green colored fishing line.

Using Fishing Line as a Cake CutterFishing line can be used as a quick easy substitute for a cake cutter. This is a page about use fishing line for cake cutter.

 

Hickory Nuts

Roasting Hickory Nuts?Roasted hickory nuts are a healthy and delicious treat just about everyone will love. This is a page about roasting hickory nuts.

 

An orange zester with zest and a curly orange peel on a white background.

Using Orange Zest?The zest from lemons and oranges is used in a number of recipes, but it can also be used in homemade cleaning products. This is a page about uses for orange zest.

 

Powdered Milk

Save Money Using Powdered MilkOne way to save money on milk is to either use powdered milk instead or to at least substitute it in recipes where the different taste is not detectable. This is a page about save money using powdered milk.

 

A pie plate being used as a makeshift pot lid.

Makeshift Lids for Pots and PansNot all pots are purchased with a lid and lids sometimes break. Get creative and you can improvise when a lid is needed. This is a page about makeshift lids for pots and pans.

 

Turkey dinner on a plate.

Keeping Turkey Hot and Juicy After Cooking?Some foods, such as turkey, tend to dry out if not served quickly. This is a page about keeping turkey hot and juicy after cooking.

 

A pile of clothespins on a white background.

Use Clothespins as Chip ClipsClothes pins can be an inexpensive alternative to buying more expensive chip clips. This is a page about use clothespins as chip clips.

 

Medium rare filet mignon steaks.

How Much Do Filet Mignon Steaks Cost?This is a page about how much do filet mignon steaks cost?. Depending on availability, the price of a filet mignon can vary greatly. It will always be more expensive than other cuts but can be worth it when cooked properly.

 

Serving Chicken and Noodles

Preparing Chicken and Noodles for a Large Group?This is a page about preparing chicken and noodles for a large group. Although it may seem overwhelming, increasing a recipe to feed a large crowd is completely doable.

 

Two sandwich wraps using spinach tortillas.

Making Flavored Tortillas for WrapsThis is a page about making flavored tortillas for wraps. Homemade tortillas can be seasoned with vegetables and herbs to give them more flavor and color.

 

A serving of apple crisp on a plate.

Keeping Apple Crisp Topping Crispy?This is a page about keeping apple crisp topping crispy. The crispy topping on fruit crisps tends to become moist and slightly soggy as they cool and over time, if there are leftovers.

 

book cover

Making 'Green Eggs and Ham' BreakfastThis is a page about making "green eggs and ham" breakfast. Make a breakfast in honor of the Dr. Seuss favorite "Green Eggs and Ham".

 

Brightly colored plastic grocery bags against white background

Using a Plastic Bag for Messy Food PreparationThis is a page about using a plastic bag for messy food preparation. Even if you don't have latex gloves handy you can keep your hands clean by using a plastic bag while preparing messy foods.

 

A pile of fresh hyacinth beans.

Cooking Hyacinth Beans?This is a page about cooking hyacinth beans. The hyacinth bean vine (lablab purpureus) is edible. It produces beans that are found in markets and cooked or ground for porridge meal in Africa.

 

An open bag of tortilla chips.

Closing Bags Tips and TricksThis page contains closing bags tips and tricks. Keeping your food fresh is easier when you securely close the opened bag.

 

Flour, milk, eggs, butter, rolling pin and whisk on a counter top.

What Is Bisquick?This is a page about "What is Bisquick?". Bisquick is a ready made convenience mix that can be used for baking, making pancakes, and more.

 

Chef sprinkling seasoning on a cooked tuna steak

Attending a Cooking DemonstrationA great way to learn recipes and food tips is to attend a cooking presentation. This is a page about attending a cooking demonstration.

 

Patch of morel mushrooms growing in the woods

Using Morel MushroomsThis is a page about using morel mushrooms. A wild mushroom that you can find for free. They are delicious in a variety of recipes.

 

Close up of roasted squash seeds

Roasting Squash SeedsThis is a page about roasting squash seeds. Squash seeds are in general edible, and can be yummy snack when roasted.

 

Pile of dried garbanzo beans on white background

Using Dried Garbanzo Beans?Using dried beans in your recipes can be an economical alternative to canned. This is a page about using dried garbanzo beans.

 

Pile of mayonnaise

Freezing Mayonnaise?This page is about freezing mayonnaise. Some foods change consistency after being frozen.

 

Bottle labelled Sherry next to a class containing sherry

Dry Sherry vs. Cooking Sherry?Many recipes call for sherry. There are pros and cons to using either dry sherry or cooking sherry in their preparation. This is a page about dry sherry vs. cooking sherry.

 

Home Deep Fryer with Fried chicken and chicken and sauces on table

Safe Oils for Deep Frying Foods?This is a page about safe oils for deep frying foods. Choosing the safest oil for your cooking needs can be confusing.

 

Close up of food being fried in a deep fat fryer

Reusing Frying OilFrying oil can often be reused if you follow a few simple steps. This is a page about reusing frying oil.

 

Close up of knife holder peanut butter over the top of a peanut butter jar

Who Makes Kroger Peanut Butter?This is a page about who makes Kroger peanut butter. Most grocery store brands are made by other companies.

 

Muffins in a basket.

Transporting Cupcakes and MuffinsTransporting cupcakes or muffins is easier if you use a container that keeps them from sliding around or sticking together. This is a page about transporting cupcake and muffins.

 

Close up of two green and two red tomatoes on basket

Ripening Green TomatoesThis is a page about ripening green tomatoes. The end of the growing season or an early frost may catch you with a lot of green tomatoes still on the vines. Don't leave them to rot in the garden, bring them in.

 

Gravy in a white gravy boat

Keeping Gravy and Sauces HotThis is a page about keeping gravy and sauces hot. When serving a large group or for the family member who likes second helpings, it is important to keep the sauces and gravy hot, until the meal is over.

 

Different types of cooking oil.

Choosing the Right Cooking Oil (Fat)?Depending on the recipe and use, some cooking oils are better suited for the task than others. This is a page about choosing the right cooking oil (fat).

 

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