We’ve deep-fried a turkey for Thanksgiving every year for the past 16 years. Here’s how to do it without any oil. You’ll find out in the recipe what we learned after a near-accident around year two that there must be a safer way than to dangerously heat up 6 gallons of cooking oil on my … Read more
The meat of slow-roasted turkey literally falls off the bone, and the skin is a rich, golden-brown color. It is a simple, hands-off method of cooking turkey that consistently produces excellent results. Lower the heat to 200 degrees F. Cook the turkey for 40-50 minutes per pound (9-11 hours for a 14 pound turkey) or … Read more
A complete meal that only requires a few ingredients, Crock Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs is ideal for a buffet or potluck. Add the uncooked spaghetti (you may need to break the noodles in half to fit) to the slow cooker. Gently stir and press down so that it is completely covered by the liquid. Cook … Read more
When my son asked me earlier how to microwave pasta, I must admit that I found the question amusing. It wasn’t something I had ever considered doing; after all, wasn’t the traditional method of cooking pasta the only option? Anyhow, that served as the inspiration for this article, and I decided to make microwave pasta … Read more
It might seem intimidating or even foolish to fix what is not broken once you have perfected the technique for roasting a golden-brown, crispy-skinned turkey. Unless time is an issue that is. You can roast the same turkey in a convection oven and finish it in a fraction of the time. It typically takes between … Read more
This basic somen noodle recipe will show you how to prepare somen noodles in your home kitchen and it couldn’t be simpler. Boil large pot of water and add Somen Noodles. Cook until al dente, about 3 minutes, then immediately drain in fine-mesh strainer, rinsing under very cold water to stop cooking. Transfer cooked noodles … Read more
Cooking chicken on the grill is a great way to enjoy a delicious and flavorful meal. Whether you’re making grilled chicken for a special occasion or just a regular weeknight dinner, mastering the basics of how to grill thin sliced chicken breast is a must. While the cooking time may vary, depending on the thickness … Read more
This not only makes cooking turkey to perfection simple, but it also makes the entire meal more manageable. In terms of cooking a turkey AND all of the sides in one oven, I had officially reached my breaking point a few Thanksgivings ago. Constantly attempting the impossible wasn’t working for me, so I decided there … Read more
You should save these instructions until you have them committed to memory because making pasta in the Instant Pot is so simple. Making Instant Pot pasta has made me a devoted Instant Pot user, as if I wasn’t already preoccupied with my Instant Pot. I’ve used the Instant Pot to prepare shells, thin spaghetti, and … Read more
Being Italian, I was raised knowing exactly how long to boil spaghetti (pasta). You will find EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW (plus MORE) in this incredibly thorough post to boil pasta like a pro. Following in-depth research and my own experience and knowledge, I’ve compiled the most frequently asked questions and detailed instructions for making … Read more