Category: Cooking & Baking

TIP OF THE DAY: Cooking In Parchment (En Papillote)

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Proteins and vegetables cook easily and mess-free in parchment pouches. Photo courtesy PaperChef.   Many of us use parchment paper to line baking sheets. But if you haven’t yet used that parchment for en papillote cooking, you’re in for a treat: less mess and fewer calories, for starters, along with juicier, moister food. Cooking en…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Slow Cooker Short Ribs

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We love short ribs, but they do take a long time to cook and tenderize. If you have a pressure cooker, you can do it in 45 minutes (here’s a recipe). If not, a slow cooker does just as nicely. With this recipe from McCormick, prep time is 30 minutes, slow cooker time is 8…
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TIP OF THE DAY: The Best Way To Thaw Meat

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We’ve got the two best ways to go from freezer to plate. Photo courtesy Mart2Go.com.   Many of us keep meat in the freezer and thaw it overnight in the fridge when we’re ready to use it. But how long can you keep that thawed meat before cooking it? Here’s the scoop from AG Local,…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Thanksgiving Tips

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You need to use a meat thermometer when you cook a turkey. Photo courtesy Taylor.   If you’re cooking for Thanksgiving, take a look at these 50 tips from top American chefs, courtesy of the Food Network. A sampling: Plan ahead for leftovers by cleaning out the fridge today. Be sure you have enough foil,…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Cook As A Family

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The family that prays together stays together, according to a post-World War II prayer movement called Family Rosary Crusade. But the family that cooks together eats better, and trains the kids to be self-reliant in the kitchen. As we enter the season of nonstop holiday treats, teaching balance and good eating practices can offset bad…
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