Kitchen/Cooking Tips

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Ms Recipe’s Mac and cheese

January 22nd, 2010 · 18 Comments · Casserole Recipes, Easy Meals, Family Cooking Time, Kid Friendly Recipes, Kitchen/Cooking Tips

Here is my take on an oldie, but goodie, which has always been a favorite for children and adults alike.
Preparation time: 10-15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
1 (14.5 ounce) penne pasta
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups milk
3 teaspoons plain bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose [...]

Kitchen Tips #15

October 2nd, 2009 · 6 Comments · Beverages, Kitchen/Cooking Tips, Uncategorized

1. Mix club soda with Koolaid for a fizzy drink similar to soda pop.
2. Mix together 50% club soda and 50% cold juice together for a fizzy juice drink.
3. Got cloudy ice tea? Add a pinch of baking soda to a pitcher of tea prevent cloudiness .
4. Make your own mint tea by adding a [...]

Kitchen Tips #14

August 24th, 2009 · 14 Comments · Kitchen/Cooking Tips

1.) Use a small funnel to separate your eggs. Crack egg over the funnel and egg white will run through the funnel, not the yolk.

2.) If you’re going to use canned fruit for baking rinse with water and pat dry.
3) I use a potato peeler to peel the stringy part off [...]

Kitchen Tips #13

August 3rd, 2009 · 4 Comments · Kitchen/Cooking Tips

1. Use club soda instead of water for lighter pancakes or waffles.
2. Prevent soggy sandwiches in lunch boxes or sack lunches by spread any condiment between the meat, cheese, or lettuce instead of directly on the bread.
3. Before you sift flour on wax paper, make a crease down the middle, this creates a handy pouring [...]

Kitchen Tips #12

July 13th, 2009 · 6 Comments · Herbs and Spices, Kitchen/Cooking Tips

1.Scatter fresh herbs soaked in water and drained on charcoals. This will infuse the flavors of the herbs into food on the grill.
2.Save time with your grilling by putting charcoal into a paper bag, and light the bag.
3.Place hamburger or hot dog with buns into a Ziploc bag after removing from grill. Leave in the [...]