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Entries from the ‘Tips and Tools’ Category

cast-iron pan fan

Posted by Beth Eakin

It's a good thing I love cooking in cast iron, since I seem to attract pans of that ferrous material like a magnet. Cast iron has some great …

Simple Flavored Coffee

Posted by Lesley Stockton

Looking for a quick tip to turn your favorite breakfast blend or French roast into something special? Just add a cinnamon stick or a pinch of smashed cardamom …

Storing Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

Posted by Charlyne Mattox

It is well worth spending the money on a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil, since it can bring life to a myriad of dishes. Once opened, though, oxidation begins …

perfect pie holder

Posted by Kellee Miller

Sometimes it pays to keep a few boxes around: I stashed my Fiesta Ware plate boxes in a closet, thinking of future moves, but what I found is …

smoosh-proof lunch

Posted by Beth Eakin

I bring my lunch to work to save money, and to assure myself that my lunch is fresh, tasty, and allergen-free–but a food thermos isn't appropriate for everything. …

Herb is the Word

Posted by Heather Meldrom

I noticed this past friday as we were cleaning out our fridge for the weekend that we had an abundance of really nice herbs that I wanted to …

my grilled cheese

Posted by Lesley Stockton

This was my breakfast this morning. I know, it's just a grilled cheese sandwich. There's just one minor twist, I like to use mayo instead of butter to …