Posts Tagged ‘cheesecake’

How to Classic-Tie a Roast

Posted April 21st, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Classic-Tie a Roast
Fall in love with your kitchen again and learn how to make a drool-worthy classic tied roast. The Art of the Classic Tied Roast Yes, there really is a reason to tie a roast. It’s not done just for looks. When you tie a roast, you help to ensure it keeps a neat, compact round shape. That means it cooks more evenly instead of having that little dried out stump on one end or the other. No one likes eating the shriveled up, dried out, leather sho... Read More ›
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How to Make Hot Sauce

Posted April 5th, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Make Hot Sauce
Homemade hot sauce keeps for months – and you can control the heat. Everyone has their own idea of what makes a great hot sauce. Some like a mild tang, while others prefer a burn-your-face-off HOT that leaves your tongue stinging well after the last bite. The best part about making your own hot sauce is that you control the fire content! Selecting Your Peppers What makes a hot sauce, well…hot, is the type of pepper you use. Most sauces sta... Read More ›
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How to Eat a Mango

Posted March 30th, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Eat a Mango
What's the Best Way to Cut & Eat a Mango? Love the taste of mangoes, but think cutting them up is a pain? Follow these tips for easy eating. Of course, we all know how to eat a mango (step one: open mouth...), but how do you cut one so you actually enjoy the whole experience? The fruit inside of a mango is delicious, but getting to it can sometimes pose a problem, owing to the large seed or flat oval pit in the middle. There is a techn... Read More ›
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How to Make Good, Strong Coffee

Posted March 29th, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Make Good, Strong Coffee
Anyone can make strong coffee, but that doesn't mean it's good. Good, strong coffee takes more than just a heavy hand with the coffee grounds. You want good strong coffee, like the stuff you find at coffeehouses, minus the hefty price tag, right? Maybe you’ve tried to make it yourself at home without much success. It takes more than just extra coffee grounds to brew a strong, flavorful cup of coffee. Typical American coffee just isn’t mea... Read More ›
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How to Make Vegetable Stock

Posted March 25th, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Make Vegetable Stock
If you have some dried up carrots and an ugly onion knocking about, don't throw them away - make primo vegetable stock with whatever's in your kitchen. A good vegetable stock will give your sauces, soups and beyond an extra dimension of flavor. Plus, making stock is inexpensive and a good use of leftover veggies. A stock needs no time investment or vegetable prep either, and it can freeze for ages. But, where do you begin? Take Stock - What Veg... Read More ›
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How to Make Homemade Curry

Posted March 24th, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Make Homemade Curry
Try some of these homemade curry ideas that range from creamy mild to knock-your-socks-off spicy. There is a bit of mystique about the humble curry—you're never really sure what's in it. However, once you come to grips with the spices and how they are blended, you will know how to make homemade curry for anyone—even if they don't like spicy food. Kormas are the mildest curries, with a creamy, coconuty taste, whereas a hot vindaloo will ma... Read More ›
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How to Make Your Own Noodles

Posted March 22nd, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Make Your Own Noodles
Even if you can't tell linguine from lasagna, you can still make great homemade noodles. Here are a few fun noodle facts that won’t strain your brain. Noodles are a thin elongated food made from unleavened dough. They’re made from flour, egg, oil or butter, and liquid—such as water or milk. You boil noodles, like spaghetti noodles, in water or broth to make them tender before eating. Some casseroles, such as lasagna, let you skip the boili... Read More ›
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How to Cook a Lobster

Posted March 18th, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Cook a Lobster
Cooking lobster isn't as hard as you may think - but there's no reason the rest of your dinner party needs to know that. Impress your guests by presenting a bright red, whole lobster resting on a decorative platter and garnished with wedges of fresh lemon. Along with making an artful table, whole lobster is incredibly tasty and worth the work. Of course, you need to learn how to cook a lobster first, which is surprisingly simple. Choosing the L... Read More ›
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How to Make Scones

Posted March 16th, 2011 by tbspnate

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How to Make Scones
Scones are made with a quick bread and are great for breakfast. Here's how to make a batch in record time. The basic scone recipe is...well...basic, but like many things in cooking, it's important to get the basics right. A hard and heavy scone is no one's idea of yummy. There are ways to make scones fluffier and more delicious – with just a little know-how, and one or two added ingredients along the way. Scone Ingredients The basic scone re... Read More ›
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Irish Cream Cheesecake

Posted March 15th, 2011 by TheFoodinmyBeard

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Irish Cream Cheesecake
Around this time of the year, a lot of people like to make “Irish Car Bomb” Cupcakes, with whiskey, Irish stout, and Irish cream. Of course, this is reminiscent of the Irish Car Bomb shot where you drop the booze into the beer and chug it. I have a couple problems with these cupcakes. First of all, did you know that the term Irish Car Bomb is offensive? It refers to the bombs often planted in cars by the IRA. Not the greatest name for a dr... Read More ›
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