Cold Winter Search Results

How To: Boil Pasta in Half the Time

The standard way to make pasta requires a lot of water, and it takes a long time for that big pot of water to actually start boiling. For these reasons, as well as my hatred for washing large pots, I don't cook pasta at home very often—at least not the traditional way.

How To: Craft gloves out of duct tape

There is nothing worse than being caught out in the cold without mittens. If you need some gloves, but can't make it to the store, watch this helpful video and learn how to craft gloves out of duct tape. You can make these gloves in any color or design you like, so they'll always match your parka.

How To: Easily cook vegetables by blanching

The only way to have a perfectly cooked vegetable is by using a simple preparation technique called blanching. Your vegetables will feel tender and crisp, and they'll be maintain their color during the cooking process. Plus, they'll taste better, locking in all of its flavor. To blanch vegetables, you just boil them in water for a minute or two, then immerse them in ice cold water. Then cook as normal.

How To: Make creamy leek soup

In this tutorial, learn how to make a nice, creamy soup that is full of healthy veggies. This leek soup is delicious and perfect for a cold night in. This incredibly healthy dish will fill you up for an entire lunch or dinner or serve as a great side dish or snack. Enjoy!

How To: Get the Into the Fire achievement in Stoked

If you're looking to grab big air without having to deal with the cold or possiblity of injury, maybe playing a video game would be a good idea. Although it's not that ideal, playing video games can get you closer to the action than some of forms of media. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to get the Into the Fire achievement in the snowboarding game Stoked. So check it out and enjoy!

How To: Make quick cash in Red Dead Redemption

It is the hottest game of the year. Red Dead Redemption is taking the nation by storm. Watch this video to learn how to make some quick and dirty cash in RDR. You'll need to have most of the game unlocked already to use this trick. With some cold hard cash, you'll be ready to buy all the weapons and arms you need.

How To: Crochet an iPod sock

Is your iPod getting cold? Warm it up with an iPod sock! ... huh? In all seriousness, an iPod sock is a cute and stylish way to protect your iPod, iTouch, or iPhone from get scratched or dented. In this Crochet Mania tutorial, learn how to crochet an iPod sock from start to finish!

How To: Prepare apple crumble

Apple crumble always goes over well at a dining table full of hungry guests! In this video, learn how to make a delicious apple crumble, sure appease your guest's taste buds! This dessert takes about an hour total to make and you will need the following ingredients:

How To: Use a neti pot correctly

Seeking relief from a cold? There's more to using a neti pot than just pouring a saline solution down your nasal cavity – or is there? Find out with this how-to, which presents a complete guide to properly using a neti pot to relieve nasal congestion. Breathe easy with this free video guide.

How To: Prep rice noodles

This video shows you how to prepare rice noodles for cooking later. Soak the dry rice noodles in cold water. Soak the noodles until they are pliable. Drain the noodles in a colander. If the noodles are going to be used in stir fry, be sure to use plenty of oil so that they do not stick together.

How To: Peel a potato with Mary Ann from Gilligan's Island

Dawn Wells, aka Mary Ann from Gilligan's Island, demonstrates a unique way to peel an Idaho potato...without the use of a potato peeler! Watch this video tutorial from Idaho Potatoes to learn how to use a knife to peel a potato, but not just a knife... you'll boil the potato then dunk it in ice cold water. Then the peel just slides off!

How To: Make a loom and a scarf with Threadbanger

Ever thought your neck was going to freeze off it was so cold outside ? Well worry no more...Threadbanger shows you how to not only make your very own loom but how to utilize all that scrap fabric you got lying around and make a scarf with it. Thanks to Barbara from Bobbi Clothes for hooking it up.

How To: Cook ratatouille

Follow this simple recipe to cook gourmet ratatouille. Combine olive oil, onion, eggplant, bell pepper, garlic, canned tomatoes, fresh thyme, and garnish with fresh basil. Ratatouille can be served hot or cold, as a side dish, salad or main dish.

How To: Make thermal curtains

This video is an instructional tutorial on how to make thermal curtains. Thermal curtains are a low cost method of reducing your heating bill by increasing the R value of your windows with an aesthetic, insulative curtain. Watch and learn how easy it is to keep the cold out and the warmth in with homemade thermal curtains.

How To: Make Chinese chicken soup with Kai

This rich and nutritious soup is not only delicious, but it can help you when you come down with the cold. Watch this how to video and let Thai chef Kai show you how to make Chinese chicken soup. All you need for this Chinese chicken soup is: chicken, green onions, mushrooms, black pepper, salt, soy sauce and water.

How To: Make Thai hot and sour catfish soup

Thai hot and sour soup is great for a cold day. Watch this how to video from Thai Chef Kai and learn how to make hot and sour catfish soup. This is great catfish soup recipe that is sure to keep everyone warm. Use mushrooms, tomatoes, lemon grass, lime leaves, chilies, fish sauce, lime juice and water for your soup.

How To: Cook neua naam tok Thai spicy grilled beef with Kai

Try making Thai spicy beef and wash it down with cold beer, mmm good. For this recipe, you will need beef, parsley, mint leaves, shallot, lemon grass, chili powder, roasted rice of bread crumb, sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and cooking oil. Watch this video cooking tutorial and learn how to prepare neua naam tok, spicy grilled beef, with Thai chef Kai.

How To: Make a chunky tomato gazpacho

Here is the famous cold soup of Spain and the solution for that overflow of tomatoes in your garden. Watch this how to video as Chef Jim shows you how to make a healthy chunky gazpacho. Gather some onions, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, tomatoes, bell peppers, cilantro, cucumbers and tomato paste for this delicious gazpacho recipe.

How To: Mix easy 1-2-3 pie dough

Homemade pies call for homemade crusts. And of course we all know that for a great crust we need a delicious dough. In this how to video Chef Paul explains how to mix a delicious pie dough. This pie dough recipe is as easy as 1-2-3. Mix three parts flour, two parts shortening and one part cold water.

How To: Make money off a personal blog

You’ve been blogging your fingers off for a few years now, and despite the ego rush of watching your hits soar, you’re wondering what’s the point—or, rather, how do I make some cold hard cash from this thing? Learn how to make money off of a personal blog by watching this video tutorial.

How To: Use a Peltier module to create free electricity from heat

A Peltier module allows you to turn heat into electricity. Because you can place it in areas that are normally warm anyway, the electricity created is "free" in a sense, though it does work best when one side of the module is cold and the other is hot. In other words, all you'll need for this project is the Peltier module and a cooler surface such as soil or water, and a warm area such as a well lit window or warm pan.

How To: Make a secret panel card

Store bought cards can be so impersonal and cold. This tutorial video sequence will teach you how to make your very own, extremely cute secret panel card. This cute card it great for holidays, birthdays and other occasions!

How To: Treat a sunburn

Did all that fun in the sun end with a nasty burn? Let’s get you some relief with tips from this how-to video for treating a sunburn. To alleviate the pain from your sunburn, you will need: a bathtub or cold compress, aloe vera or hydrocortisone cream, aspirin, and sunblock.