Honey is both nature’s candy and workhorse in equal part. This is because the sweet, gooey syrup lends itself to so many dishes. It can complete, complement, or alter the flavors found in countless foods, and bring out the best flavors in other foods. Mark HammillMark is a self-taught cook specializing in Asian cuisine. Mark’s […]
How to Grill the Perfect Summer Vegetables
June 15, 2017 by Leave a Comment
One of the best things about Summer is all the fresh vegetables and fruits, especially if they are grilled. Although grilling vegetables seems pretty simple, sometimes it can be tricky. Today we are sharing some helpful tips for you on How to Grill the Perfect Summer Vegetables. Whether you grow your own, hit up the […]
Tips for Organizing Pots and Pans
January 27, 2015 by 4 Comments
Well here we are on our fourth week already of Organized Kitchens, how are you doing with organizing? I know we’ve been busy and it’s already made a big difference in our routines. We started off this journey knowing that for us this week’s project – Organizing Pots and Pans – would be the most involved […]
Tips for Organizing your Refrigerator
January 20, 2015 by 4 Comments
Here we are on our third week already of Organized Kitchens. We have tackled the Pantry and the Spices. I am absolutely loving our new Spice drawer with all the clearly marked and organized spices. Today we are tackling the Refrigerator. I’m sure you have been there a time or two – you open the […]
How to Freeze Leftover Canned Pumpkin
November 10, 2014 by 7 Comments
I don’ t know about you but I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve made a recipe with canned pumpkin that call for less than a full can of pumpkin filling. Then placing the partially used can in the refrigerator with a full intention of using the remaining pumpkin in another recipe later. […]
Homemade Strawberry Fruit Topping
June 17, 2014 by Leave a Comment
This Homemade Strawberry Fruit Topping goes together in a snap and can be used in a variety of ways – top your ice cream, pancakes or waffles, use it in milkshakes or smoothies, or even add it to cookies or cakes. Mark HammillMark is a self-taught cook specializing in Asian cuisine. Mark’s passion for food […]
Thin Mint Creamer
March 11, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The perfect combination of chocolate and mint, this Thin Mint Creamer adds that extra special flavor to your morning coffee or latte. And with only 3 ingredients, it’s fits into your budget too! Caroline MeridaIn addition to being a skilled and passionate chef, Caroline is an awesome mother of two. In her spare time, Caroline […]
Kitchen Measurements and Recipe Abbreviations
March 4, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Having a handy reference for kitchen measurements and recipe abbreviations can certainly make life in the kitchen so much easier. Whether making a small adjustment to your recipe or reducing the overall amount for the recipe to fit the size of your family, it definitely can be invaluable. Caroline MeridaIn addition to being a skilled and […]
Menu Planning Products
February 25, 2014 by 2 Comments
Menu planning is a great way to cut down on your grocery budget and also keep yourself organized! Today we are sharing some of our favorite Menu Planning Products to help you! We have taken a couple weeks off from our Kitchen Organizing series to work on our DIY Menu Board, but we are back […]
A Home Cook’s Guide to Wine
February 11, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Pairing the right wine with food can be one of the most difficult tasks in the kitchen. Choosing can sometimes seem like a roll of the dice, select the perfect one and you’ll look like a god. Mess it up and you’re a goat. We’ve heard the old school rule of white for white and […]