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Barbeque Grilling has Reached a Whole New Dimension


Grilling on the barbecue has never been more exciting. Not only do barbecues come in a myriad of designs and options, but also with the advent of popular cooking shows, cooking books and magazines', grilling has reached a whole new dimension.

Buying, Storing, and Preparing Apples


When buying apples, look for those that are firm and brightly colored. Shiny red for Macintosh, Rome and red Delicious.

Homemade Whipped Cream


Most grocery stores carry cans of whipping cream ready to spray onto your favorite desert. Some of these cans even come in chocolate flavor.

7 Things to Consider when Buying a BBQ


BBQ as we all know is an abbreviated form of barbecue or barbeque. The BBQ has assumed so much importance today that you could call it the crown.

Herbs and Spices - the Essence of Flavor


In any number of cookbooks and recipes you will find advice on which herbs go with what. I'm not going to take that route.

Digital Kitchen Timers - Never Burn Another Dish


Digital kitchen timers come in many shapes and sizes. Timers are an indispensable tool in the kitchen.

Kitchenaid Stand Mixers - A Kitchen Work Horse


Kitchenaid stand mixers are very popular in today's kitchens and it is easy to see why. These stand mixers have stood the test of time and have shown themselves to be kitchen work horses.

Pyrex Mixing Bowls - A Kitchen Favorite


Pyrex mixing bowls typically come in sets of 3 with a small, medium and large bowl that sits snuggly inside each other. Pyrex has been around for almost 90 years.

Digital Thermometers


Types of digital thermometers & their culinary uses.Thermocouple:Of all food thermometers, thermocouple thermometers reach and display the final temperature the fastest - within 2 to 5 seconds.

Unique Cake Decorating With Flowers


Flowers as a Cake Decoration, unique and easy to place on every one of your cake creations.Flowers, both real and artificial are relatively simple to use.

The Noble Crescent Roll - How to Roll a Masterpiece


Ahhh?the noble crescent roll. In some forms it has its origins in the Middle East and in Europe.

Is Your Cookware Poisoning You?


For over 40 years scientists have known that the fumes from hot non-stick surfaces can kill pet birds such as canaries. So just how dangerous are they to you?Several studies have been conducted into health concerns surrounding Teflon, the coating invented and patented by DuPont.

Slimming Secrets From The Kitchen


To get the svelte figure, start in the kitchen. Slimming down is about taking in less calories, while you burn more caloriesthrough exercise.

Working with Eggs


Bad eggs are rare but they do occur. Crack eggs into a separate bowl before mixing with other ingredients.

Grilling Tips - Safety Comes First at the Barbecue


You're standing at the gas grill in the hot sun, wiping the sweat from your brow, and having your favorite cool drink. You are making one of your favorite grill recipes for the neighbors that are coming over in a few minutes for a home and garden party.

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