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There is no denying that we all love soup. There is not a SINGLE house that can do without it, considering it’s incredibly versatile, filling, and tasty at the same time.  But sometimes, knowing how to serve soup as a main course or what pairs well with it can be challenging.  Fortunately, that one is a breeze!  To mention a few, you can do that by adding side dishes like salads, rolls, spreads, or even vegetables.  And there are more ways to enjoy your soups, as the main course below. Take my hands, and let me walk you through it … Read more

If you want to know how to cook cabbage with smoked meat, you should probably stick around until the end of this article.  Because below, I’m going to show you how to prepare it in ONLY 9 simple steps. I know there’s nothing wrong with getting inspiration from other people’s recipes.  But every now and then, you’ll come across something that seems too good to be true. Like in this case: ‘Cabbage and smoked meat’ does sound a bit trickery. But I can tell you with absolute certainty that it pairs miraculously well. Don’t worry; after cooking this recipe, you … Read more

Keeping hot chocolate warm is a treat at winter outdoor celebrations, like a holiday gathering or the season’s first game. But often, it is something we don’t remember doing. A warm drink on chilly days makes it more cheerful and cozy. So keeping hot chocolate warm outside is of utmost importance, even though it is challenging. And the secret to keeping your treats warm is the quality of insulation. For example, you can reserve the hot chocolate using a Thermos, hot chocolate dispenser, insulated mugs, or a crockpot. Although, each of these methods depends on where you are at and … Read more

When you’re getting your bacon from the butcher’s market and plan on stacking it up in the freezer, you must know how to defrost your bacon when you need it. This is because whether you are going to be cooking it on a stove later on or even roast it, defrosting it first would give you better results. In this article, we will be learning how to defrost bacon in the microwave and other related methods, so we hope you stick with us as we go through the various methods. How to Defrost Bacon in the Microwave The easiest and … Read more

Guess you’re finally planning on getting that chicken out of the freezer. That’s a nice thing though, and you should follow this article for a detailed explanation on how to defrost chicken in the microwave safely and effortlessly. When it comes to tasty, quick, and easy kitchen staples, it is known that chicken is the king of them all. These lean white meats of chickens are a healthy dinner option that you can prepare in many ways, from tasty finger foods to grill. Although chicken is an amazing meal, it is almost inevitable that you will find yourself with your … Read more

Chocolate chips are very good for melting considering their size, however, they could scorch if the melting process is not properly done. So, what are the best ways to melt chocolate chips? Melting chocolate chips is relatively straightforward, but this fact shouldn’t prevent you from doing it with a lot of caution because if done wrongly, you could end up with a scorched and unusable chocolate disaster. The first step towards melting chocolate chips is to understand the type of chocolate you will be making use of. Melting chocolate chips may not work as smoothly as chocolate bars because they … Read more

There are multiple ways we cook corn, but roasting is more underrated. Boiling is the most commonly used method while microwaving and grilling are also cool alternatives. However, roasting corn helps to unlock its hidden sweetness and earthy flavor. A great way of roasting corn is by using the oven; you can roast your corn in the oven with the husk on, the husk off, or wrapped in foil, depending on your preference. Here’s how to cook corn on the cob in the oven without foil, as well as other simple methods for cooking corn on the cob with husk still on. … Read more

Like other peppers, preserving your shishito peppers is easy if you know how to do it properly. You can buy shishito peppers in the fresh produce section of most grocery stores.  Each year, as summer winds in, you’ll find farmers looking for how to preserve shishito peppers. While most farmers love to can them, you must understand that there are several other ways to keep your peppers safe without confining them in cans. Below, you will learn, in detail, how to store shishito peppers for more extended use. Let’s get started! Storing Freshly Picked Shishito Peppers You should preserve the … Read more

Have you ever tried cooking halibut? If so, you probably ended up with something either too dry, overcooked, or not for everyone’s taste. But how do you properly cook halibut without worrying about it drying out? Four minutes per side is all you need for a perfectly cooked halibut that’s moist, tender, and bursting with flavor. If you would like to know how to cook halibut without drying it out:, then stick around for a bit. What Is Halibut? Halibut is a type of flatfish that is one of the largest flatfishes globally and can grow up to 8 feet … Read more