http://www.sheknows.com/ Tue, 08 Jan 2013 03:29:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/980733/6-knives-every-kitchen-needs Being handy in the kitchen is a talent that takes time and practice. Even the best cooks wouldn't be good at their craft without their knife collection. What knives do you need in your kitchen? http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/980733/6-knives-every-kitchen-needs Home Décor & Style Kitchen and dining Sherri Kuhn Fri, 28 Dec 2012 14:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/980393/cooking-substitutions-to-keep-new-years-diet-resolutions The reason we always fail on our diet-related New Year's resolutions is simple — we're trying to force ourselves to eat food we don't like instead of making permanent behavioral changes we can stick to. Even if you can't get away without a hardcore diet, try these easy food substitutions to reduce calories in your favorite recipes. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/980393/cooking-substitutions-to-keep-new-years-diet-resolutions Food & Recipes Healthy Recipes & Nutrition Nutrition & Diet Tips Heather Barnett Sun, 14 Oct 2012 00:03:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/973021/must-have-cooking-accessories-for-the-modern-chef As tastes change over the decades, the tools and accessories that are helpful in preparing recipes change as well. Here are some of the must-haves for your well outfitted kitchen. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/973021/must-have-cooking-accessories-for-the-modern-chef Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Kitchen Gadgets & Tools Marye Audet Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/967949/college-cooking-skills-and-tools-every-student-should-have Send your recent grad off to college with a little kitchen know-how. These basic skills and a few of the right tools will go a long way toward keeping your student from going hungry. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/967949/college-cooking-skills-and-tools-every-student-should-have Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Karen Miner Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/965683/in-a-pickle-how-to-save-a-dry-dish Whether you're serving a weeknight meal to your family or preparing an elegant dinner party, don't freak out if one of your dishes dries out. It can happen for any number of reasons , but fortunately there are a number of ways to hide this mishap. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/965683/in-a-pickle-how-to-save-a-dry-dish Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Katherine Martinelli Tue, 10 Jul 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/965137/in-a-pickle-how-to-make-a-flavorless-dish-flavorful Sometimes when it comes time to put dinner on the table, it's just not that flavorful. Whether we forgot to salt it or thought it didn't need anything, we've all ended up with a bland dish now and again. But before serving it to your family, try these quick fixes to inject a good dose of flavor into any meal. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/965137/in-a-pickle-how-to-make-a-flavorless-dish-flavorful Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Katherine Martinelli Tue, 03 Jul 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/964475/in-a-pickle-what-to-do-if-a-dish-is-too-spicy Maybe you accidentally added too much cayenne or hot sauce, perhaps you were heavy-handed without realizing it, those peppers were hotter than you realized, or it could be that you love spice but it turns out your guests don't. Whatever the case, there are a few ways to tame the heat and get you out of this kitchen pickle. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/964475/in-a-pickle-what-to-do-if-a-dish-is-too-spicy Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Katherine Martinelli Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:19:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947493/quick-ways-to-get-homemade-taste No time to cook? Get homemade flavor without hours at the stove or a culinary arts degree by following these quick tips. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947493/quick-ways-to-get-homemade-taste Food & Recipes Quick & Easy Recipes Quick Meal Ideas Marye Audet Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:47:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947485/our-favorite-uses-for-knorr-homestyle-stock Knorr Homestyle Stock is a versatile addition to your pantry that enables you to add flavor to almost any dish effortlessly. When you substitute stock for all or part of the liquid in your favorite savory recipes, you can add taste and cut calories at the same time. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947485/our-favorite-uses-for-knorr-homestyle-stock Food & Recipes Quick & Easy Recipes Quick Meal Ideas Marye Audet Wed, 21 Sep 2011 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/825427/the-basics-cooking-101 Fresh and dried herbs and spices can help transform your main ingredient into a dish with an added kick. You definitely know when a dish is lacking flavor or even when it's too spicy, salty, sweet, etc. When you know the basics of how to prepare and cook meals paired with the right amount and types of herbs and spices, you'll be able to make even simple dishes sizzle. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/825427/the-basics-cooking-101 Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Patricia Conte Thu, 16 Jun 2011 01:47:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/833665/cooking-101-how-to-make-perfect-pasta We’ve all been there at some point -- can opener in one hand and a cheap heat-and-eat pasta meal in the other. Not always the best choice. Crush the memories of canned pasta and break out the sauce! Follow this guide for tips to make perfect pasta at home. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/833665/cooking-101-how-to-make-perfect-pasta Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Patricia Conte Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/832453/cooking-101-basic-tips-for-grilling-fish Summer is here and around the country, people are getting their grill on. Do you find grilling fish to be an upstream battle? It doesn’t have to be if you follow these basic grilling tips. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/832453/cooking-101-basic-tips-for-grilling-fish Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Patricia Conte Tue, 31 May 2011 15:14:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/826879/the-basics-cooking-101 According to the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, more than eight out of 10 people eat fresh beef regularly at home . If you’re a meat eater new to cooking, the many cuts of beef and ways to cook them might be overwhelming. For inspiration and information on beef dishes, which cuts to use and how to prepare them, read on. This guide will help you beef up your cooking repertoire. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/826879/the-basics-cooking-101 Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Patricia Conte Wed, 18 May 2011 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/830211/cooking-101-cooking-with-wine If you have more experience drinking wine than cooking with wine, raise a glass and toast to this Cooking 101 guide that will help you uncork your cooking potential. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/830211/cooking-101-cooking-with-wine Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Patricia Conte Tue, 17 May 2011 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/831153/cooking-101-basic-cooking-tools Stock your kitchen with the basic cooking tools to help put your best pasta or pot roast forward. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/831153/cooking-101-basic-cooking-tools Food & Recipes Patricia Conte Tue, 17 May 2011 09:50:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/828969/cooking-101-fresh-fruit-vegetable-expose Spring has sprung… finally! Time to put away those recipes for hearty soups and stews and focus on the fresh fruits and veggies of the season. If you’re like some people, you’ve avoided preparing dishes that include certain fruits and vegetables because, really, you just don’t know how to peel, slice, and dice them. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/828969/cooking-101-fresh-fruit-vegetable-expose Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Patricia Conte Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:33:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/827821/the-basics-cooking-101 Just in time for springtime celebrations like Easter and Passover, this Cooking 101 guide will have you expertly whisking, poaching, boiling, and frying eggs in no time. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/827821/the-basics-cooking-101 Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Cooking Tips & Trends Patricia Conte Tue, 22 Feb 2011 10:05:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/824967/the-basics-cooking-101 Traditional sauces are an easy way to make your cooking even better. When you prepare a dish that is served with a sauce, the sauce becomes the crowning glory. To help round out the basics of cooking, we focused on 3 traditional sauces. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/824967/the-basics-cooking-101 Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Patricia Conte Sat, 01 Jan 2011 11:44:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/850161/how-to-perfect-your-saute Saute literally means "to jump" because when the pan and oil are as hot as they should be small foods will literally jump as they cook. This is a dry heat method of cooking that uses a little oil and a very hot pan to produce a golden brown surface on your food. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/850161/how-to-perfect-your-saute How-To Food & Kitchen How-tos Marye Audet