Oiling your wood cutting board every 6 months or so will prolong the life of your board and prevent it from cracking. Use mineral oil or an oil that is labeled “food safe”. Pour a small amount ...
We love this easy recipe that makes a store-bought birthday cake mix just a little better for you. It’s from Deceptively Delicious. Serve with your favorite frosting - I use a homemade cream ch...
The goal here is to leave enough of a parchment overhang so you can easily lift your brownies onto a cutting board to slice rather than slicing directly in the pan, which will leave you with a scratc...
Store potatoes in a cool, dry, dark place like your pantry, not the refrigerator. Humidity is not their friend. Best to store them in their mesh bags or a wire basket so that air can circulate around...
First, wrap your cheese in waxed paper then loosely wrap it with plastic wrap or an unsealed plastic bag. This will, at the same time, let the cheese breathe and prevent it from absorbing odors or dr...
The flavor of freshly grated nutmeg far exceeds the pre-ground stuff and stays fresh longer, too. Buy it in its whole form and simply run the seed several times along a fine grater. Only grate what y...
Place avocadoes or tomatoes in a paper bag along with an apple to hasten the ripening process (apples emit ethylene gas, a natural ripening agent) and keep them at room temperature. Once ripe, avocad...
With so many different olive oils on the shelves, it can get confusing when the time comes to choose. What does extra virgin mean, anyway? Cold pressed? Does light mean fewer calories? Is the $40 one...
Lots of people have requested the brownie recipe I made on Anderson’s show last Friday. Here it is…spinach and all. Prep time: 15 minutes Total time: 55 minutes Makes: 12 brownies Ingredients: Nonsti...
We are thrilled to let you know about the new Shopping Guide feature that we’ve added to our site. We know that shopping for kitchenware can be overwhelming, especially if you’re just starting out. S...
Who doesn’t need an afternoon pick-me-up? These energy bars are great for an on the go snack and they’re packed with all things good: vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber. Healthy snacking keeps you...
I’m not one for buying a lot of kitchen gadgets. I’m old school. So when it comes to juicing citrus, I reach for a fork. Simply cut a lemon, lime, orange or grapefruit in half crosswise then insert t...
Most people don’t think that eggs have a season, but, indeed, they do! And Spring is the start of it as the hours of sunlight in a day grow longer, which triggers egg production on small farms where ...
Do you love salad but dislike the labor involved in making them? Or are you always making the same salad and need some new ideas? We’re here to snap you out of the salad rut and help you not sh...
With Spring here and Summer just weeks away, I am dying to make salads from my garden, using fresh, crisp lettuces and veggies. I like to complement fresh produce with homemade vinaigrettes made in m...
Intimidated by making your own pesto? Fear not! With the use of a food processor, making pesto couldn’t be easier: just add the ingredients, press the button…and pesto! You have one of the most versa...
Is this you? You buy fresh herbs for one recipe, and then the rest of the bunch goes bad by the end of the week because you are not sure how else to use them. I hear this from people all the time. Tr...
Spring is finally here on the East Coast which makes it one of the most exciting times to visit the farmers’ market. I don’t know how you feel after a long winter, but I am DESPERATE for fresh ...
Gwyneth has shared another recipe with us: Lalo’s Famous Cookies (which happen to be vegan)! The first one to post a picture (with you in it) on Jessica’s facebook page will receive a sig...
Gwyneth has graciously shared one of her favorite side dishes with us: Stuffed Artichokes with Bread & Tomatoes! The first one to post a photo of this recipe (with you in it) on Jessica’s f...
Have you heard that a spoonful of local raw, unfiltered honey a day during or before allergy season can help build your resistance to pollen and lessen allergic reactions? Although there’s no hard sc...
When measuring flour, the best method is to scoop it, using a spoon, into your measuring cup (do not pack) then level it off with a knife. This will keep the flour nice and fluffy rather than packed ...
Lentils are high in protein, fiber, iron and other nutrients—a great choice either as a side or a main course. These tomato and thyme lentils are terrific served hot or cold the next day straight out...
A sharp knife is the safest knife. Sounds crazy, right? But a sharp knife glides effortlessly through whatever you are cutting as opposed to a dull knife, which you tend to have to push harder on to ...
One of my favorite people in the world, Gwyneth Paltrow, has a brand-new, beautiful and truly easy-to-use cookbook on shelves now called My Father’s Daughter. Full disclosure: Gwyneth is a friend—I k...
When peeling potatoes, submerge them in a bowl or pot of cold water (once they are peeled) to prevent them from browning. This is particularly helpful when you are peeling a lot of potatoes.
If your cutting board doesn’t have grippers, a great way to keep it secure is to place it on top of a damp towel or paper towel. This is important because if your cutting board is moving around while...
We feel strongly that quality and value don’t have to be mutually exclusive when it comes to wine. And, luckily, there are many wonderful producers and growers out there who feel exactly the same way...
Always start your cooking adventure with a clean work area, and be sure to give yourself plenty of clutter-free counter space. It’s also helpful to have all of the necessary tools and equipment out o...
Immediately wash your hands after slicing hot Chile peppers, and, whatever you do, don’t touch your eyes! The oils in the pepper will cause your skin and eyes to burn. If you cook often with chile pe...
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