Before you toss a salad together it's important that any leaves you use are dry and crisp. Usually you'd use a salad spinner to remove the water, but what if you don't have one and you're low on time?
One of the most traditional foods that one can enjoy at a Guy Fawkes Night celebration is the Lancashire Parkin. It's a relative of gingerbread made with treacle (molasses) and oatmeal to give it a distinctive color and flavor. Watch this video to learn how to make a Lancashire Parkin from an old British gran named Hilda.
Papad ki subzi is papad, or a thin, crispy Indian flatbread, mixed with yogurt and lots of spices. This Rajasthani dish is a great one to prepare when you're out of vegetables at your house and need a vegetarian dish that's quick and delicious.
Are you having a baseball playoffs party soon but are getting a little tired of serving the same storebought chips and dip and greasy slices of pizza? Opt for a healthier - albiet just as delicious - alternative by baking some soft pretzels instead. Check out this food video to learn how to make soft pretzels without lye.
You don't have to know what kathal pulav means (jack fruit pulao, or jack fruit plus rice pilaf) to enjoy its mildly sweet and rich flavor. Jack fruit is a supersized fruit (the largest tree-borne fruit in the world, in fact ) comes from a Southeast Asian tree that grows in tropical regions.
Why be a vegetarian when there's so many good meat-based recipes out there? Well, at least that's our reasoning.
Hummus is one of those rare foods that are both delicious and healthy. It's made mostly of beans and tahini, which means it's packed with belly blasting fiber and lots of antioxidants, which deccelerate the aging process.
Hermit crabs are a cool pet to own and are generally pretty low key. But taking care of them is a chore in itself and requires some very specific needs! In this video you will get some basic care tips including constructing his environment, foods and more!
Hawthorne berries are a fantastic super food that you can find right in your own backyard! (in some areas of the world) Especially in the UK, you can find them everywhere! You can even use the leaves to make a great tea and they're edible! In this video you will learn how to make an amazing Hedge Row Jam/Jelly with Hawthorne berries, Crab apples and Elderberries.
Amaranth grain is somewhat like rice and was a staple food of the Aztecs. But most seem to grow like weeds and they are tough to harvest as well. If you've found some Amaranth plants and are looking at how to harvest the grain out of them, check out this video. He gives you an explanation of what Amaranth is and how to harvest the grains from it.
Heading to a potlock tomorrow but can't swallow the idea of slaving over the stove for hours in the kitchen making the perfect French onion soup and olive oil drizzled baguettes? Save yourself a panic attack as well as time by baking this apple crumble.
"Adobada" literally means "marinaded" in Spanish, so "carne adobada," or marinated meat, is an appropriate description for this succulent marinated pork shoulder. This carne adobada is marinated in a mixture of hot sauce, worchestershire sauce, garlic powder, and pepper, then topped with onions.
Summer barbacues are a classic hot weather event that everyone should partake in. From juicy watermelon cuts to delicious hot dogs ans steaks to cole slaw, barbacues are like a celebration of all-American food.
Bechamel white sauce is one of the most often used in French cooking, and is in fact considered one of the mother sauces of French cuisine since it's used as a base for other sauces like Mornay sauce. Best of of, Bechamel sauce is extremely easy to prepare.
Cantaloupes are most in season during the summer, so enjoy these sweet and juicy fruits while they're still ripe! If you're afraid of cutting one apart—or just don't know how to—check out this food tutorial to learn how to remove a cantaloupe's skin and then slice it up.
If you've ever been to a wine and cheese party then you know how amazing cheese and fruit taste together. Cheese especially goes well with sweeter fruits like pears and peaches.
Going out and eating at those Chinese fast food places are the best! And a staple of all of them are the orange chicken! But instead of getting take out, you can make it at home for much cheaper, and healthier! In this video chef Jason Hill takes you through the steps of making his orange chicken recipe as a sautee' instead of a fry.
We don't know about you, but bread crisps and breadsticks always elevate an ordinary meal into a taste bud-exploding bonanza. Whether it's garlic bread or simple whole grain wheat bread, the neutral quality of bread helps act as a calming complement to dishes with more flavor.
A fun and simple project, you can make little figures of people out of sugar paste. This is a simple and tasty decorating tip to top your next cake or confection. All you need is a little food coloring and a few dabs of water.
Peanut butter cookies and milk are a favorite food among cookie lovers everywhere! Baking these sweets, topped with crushed peanuts, isn't hard. The recipe for this delicious dessert involves peanut butter, butter and sugar baked to heavenly perfection.
Knowing how much money is appropriate for tipping the delivery person bringing you flowers, pizza, food or something else can be a tricky etiquette question. Always make sure you're giving the proper amount for what was delivered!
Are you wishing for a taste of Philadelphia food in your own home? The Philly cheesesteak is a classic sandwich made with sliced steak and melted cheese. No matter how far you might live from the City of Brotherly Love, this recipe teaches you how to make this East Coast staple.
Are you planning on throwing a memorable Halloween party this year? Give your party invitees a taste (literally) of the treats they'll be experiencing at the bash by including a cookie with your invitation.
Coloring your fondant is actually a very simple process. Like coloring water or your cookies, coloring fondant involves adding a few drops of food coloring and then blending, blending, blending.
Contrary to popular opinion, Chinese food does not only consist of orange chicken and friend rice (though, admittedly, they are quite delish). In fact, there exists quite a variety of elegant, delicate dishes for the picky gastronome.
Potato chips are cheap and delicious, but terrible for both your body and the environment. They have lots of packaging and nearly no nutritional value. This video will show you how to make a homemade substitute snack that is healthy and delicious: kale chips. Yes, that's right, baked chips made from something that's good for you! Sorry potatoes, but you've got nothing on these guys.
In this tutorial, learn all about the difference between breads at supposedly healthy sandwich shop, Subway. Did you know that the new 9 grain bread actually has the same nutritional value as the plain white bread they offer? Find out what scary chemicals are hiding inside your lunch with this clip from Food Facts TV.
In this episode of Show Me the Curry, learn how to make traditional Indian snack food, Sav. This recipe is for a hot and spicy sav but if you are not big on the spice you can adjust the ingredients to your liking. Enjoy this crispy treat as a satisfying mid-day snack anytime! Yum!
In this clip, learn how to make a traditional pasta salad from Food Network host, Giada De Laurentiis. Giada has been eating pasta since the day she was born and was raised in a big Italian household. In this clip, she shows you one of her favorite recipes - straight from her Mom's kitchen. This pasta salad will serve up great at any get together and is absolutely delicious.
In this clip, learn how to make perfectly seasoned Cuban picadillo from scratch. This video is hosted by Food Network star Ingrid Hoffman and will show you everything you need to know. Next time you need something interesting for dinner, give this recipe with seasoned ground beef and veggies a try.
Do you feed your kids the yellow box lunch? Sure, it's easier than making a sandwich from scratch - but what's easy is usually not healthy. Check out this clip and learn all about the dangers lurking inside the iconic yellow box. Lunchables are full of chemicals, fats, sodium and calories.. watch this Food Facts clip and keep your family healthy.
This episode of Food Mob goes Mexican and adds a spicy flair to your dinner table. These chicken fajitas are cooked to perfection in true Mexican style. After cooking your fajitas, learn how to make delicious lemon vanilla sugar for your desserts. Enjoy!
What could be better to serve, especially to a group of guys, than succulent fillet steak - cooked to perfection, homemade potato wedges and an ice cold brew? In this episode of Food Mob you will make mouth watering meat that simply melts in your mouth like the kind you find in the best restaurants. Enjoy!
In this, the latest family-friendly recipe from the Food Network's Neely's, you will make garlic grilled lamb chops. These chops are irresistible and you will put them together from scratch. You won't have any leftovers after serving this great Southern style recipe. Enjoy!
What could be more perfect for a summertime barbecue than an All-American flag cake? This sponge cake is easy to make and covered in berries to give it a fresh, warm-weather flavor. If you need a dessert for Memorial Day or the Fourth of July, this is the perfect one for you. Start from scratch with the Food Network's Ina Garten, aka the famous Barefoot Contessa, in this clip.
Making crabcakes for a summer get together on the beach is a yummy, season-appropriate way to integrate the goodies of the ocean into your cooking. Entertain with a delicious plate of Maryland crabcakes by watching this segment of "The Martha Stewart Show."
If you're looking for a healthy, lean chicken dish to make for dinner, then you've gone to the wrong place. But if you're looking for a succulent, crunchy, pan-fried bowl of chicken bliss, then you've just hit the spot.
If you've found yourself visiting a few too many fast food restaurants, you've probably forgotten the beauty that napkins can amount to when given the proper fold and tuck.
In this tutorial, learn how to feed your dog properly with help from expert Marc Morrone. You want to make sure you are feeding your dog the right food at the right times of day so that they stay happy, healthy and energetic. Follow along and make sure you know what your puppy is eating.
Think apples are the only fruit you can dip into liquid caramel/white chocolate and shape into edible pumpkins for Halloween? Then with this video you'll receive an education in how to break out of your Halloween inhibitions and create white chocolate dipped strawberries shaped into pumpkins.
