Category: Recipes and Cooking Tips

  • Fixing thanksgiving mishaps with Chef Monica

    Fixing thanksgiving mishaps with Chef Monica

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) – Thanksgiving is coming up fast, and with that comes the challenges of cooking for dozens of people. Cooking a big meal for the family can be stressful, and when something goes wrong in the kitchen…it’s always good to have some tricks up your sleeve. Chef Monica joined QC Life this…

  • Margaret, Jennifer, & Rachel Share Their Thanksgiving Traditions, Recipes, & Tablescape Tips | Bravo TV Official Site

    Margaret, Jennifer, & Rachel Share Their Thanksgiving Traditions, Recipes, & Tablescape Tips | Bravo TV Official Site

    As you can see in the video above, Housewives tend to go all out for the holidays. Of course, The Real Housewives of New Jersey cast members are no exception, often celebrating special occasions like Thanksgiving with jaw-dropping decor, incredible food spreads, and sweet traditions. How to Watch While Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, and Rachel…

  • A Food Minded Fellow who fishes – The Martha’s Vineyard Times

    A Food Minded Fellow who fishes – The Martha’s Vineyard Times

    I confess, I’ve eaten Tog Fish Stew for six days straight after fishing with Johnny Hoy last week (bit.ly/MVT_TogsHoy). I’ve shared conversations and bowls of soup with multiple friends, and they’ve all loved the stew too.  As I was talking fishing and cooking with a girlfriend over lunch, I realized I needed to plan more…

  • Thanksgiving turkey cooking tips and tricks

    Thanksgiving turkey cooking tips and tricks

    Use these tips for marinating, brining, baking and frying your Thanksgiving turkey. COLORADO, USA — Having a perfectly cooked turkey as the centerpiece for your Thanksgiving meal can seem intimidating. But, in reality, cooking a turkey is actually pretty easy. Here are some tips and tricks to make sure yours comes out perfect. Roasting Basics…

  • The Secret Ingredient To Creamier Mashed Potatoes

    The Secret Ingredient To Creamier Mashed Potatoes

    Mashed potatoes are the champion of side dishes. They pair with every type of meal, from barbecued chicken to beef tenderloin, grilled fish to skewered vegetables. In short, there’s a time and a place for mashed potatoes—and that is all the time. But if you’re looking for the creamiest mashed potatoes ever, there’s one thing…

  • Dry-aged roast duck vs dry turkey – the choice is clear

    Dry-aged roast duck vs dry turkey – the choice is clear

    Kevin J. Miyazaki/PLATE On holidays, there are things that are done for the sake of tradition. Red hearts are strung about, eggs are painted, flags are flown, pumpkins are carved, and turkey is eaten. Turkey on Thanksgiving is just one of those givens in life. The question, “What are you having for dinner” on Thanksgiving…

  • Advice | You asked: How long should I roast different turkey parts?

    Advice | You asked: How long should I roast different turkey parts?

    Is the “minutes per pound” formula for roasting turkey parts the same as a whole turkey? (So, if you have 10 pounds of parts, is the timing roughly the same as an intact turkey?) I have searched online and can only find recipes that tell you to roast the parts until breasts/thighs reach a desired…

  • Everyone likes deviled eggs, right?

    Everyone likes deviled eggs, right?

    Rosalie Barley / Unsplash Classic Southern deviled eggs are often thought of as a summer side dish, pairing well with barbecues and outdoor summer lunches. But we think deviled eggs are too good to enjoy only one season of the year. Deviled eggs make the perfect light appetizer for guests to nibble on before the…

  • Sprouts with iberico ham and a classic Danish salad – recipes for Christmas side dishes

    Sprouts with iberico ham and a classic Danish salad – recipes for Christmas side dishes

    José Pizarro’s pan-fried sprouts with crisp ibérico ham and a sweet sherry vinegar dressing (pictured above) Living in the UK for so many years I have grown to love brussels sprouts. They always make me think of cold, frosty winter days and especially Christmas. I am never without a leg of 5J jamón ibérico at…

  • Turkey cooking hacks: Start thawing on Tuesday

    Turkey cooking hacks: Start thawing on Tuesday

    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — WPTV’s T.A. Walker took a trip to Okeechobee Steakhouse to ask co-owner Ralph Lewis his tricks and tips on cooking the most golden-brown juicy turkey and to get some of their recipes for side items like stuffing and mashed potatoes. How Much Turkey Do You Need Plan on one pound…