Markeicha Dulaney

6 Ways to Clean Wax, Pesticides, and Bacteria from Apples

Looking for natural ways to remove wax from apples? You’re in the right place. Produce companies wash apples to remove dirt and bacteria, but the cleaning process also gets rid of the natural wax coating. So, they spra...

How to

Store Mangoes

It can be tempting to buy a bunch of mangoes when they are in season. Sometimes you’ll find yourself with extras and want to save them for later. Mangoes are sensitive to the elements and need a little care to prevent ...

How to

Know if Garlic Is Bad

Ah, garlic, that pungent aromatic used in culinary traditions around the globe! If you're like many cooks, you like to keep a head or two on hand to add a bit of that spicy, zesty flavor to your cooking. The good news is...

How to

Clean a Grease Trap

A simple guide to removing built up grease Grease traps are designed to do just what the name implies, which is to trap fatty oils, greases, and sludge, and to separate the oils from water. The substances pass through ...

How to

Boil Potatoes in the Microwave

Boiling potatoes in the microwave is an easy way to cook them quickly, whether you want to make mashed potatoes or use them as an ingredient in another recipe. This method requires very little time and preparation, and y...

How to

Store Clams

The right way to refrigerate or freeze live or shucked clams so they stay freshClams are a delicious addition to any seafood dish, but you must store them properly for your safety. If you'll be cooking them within about ...

Best Way to Store Tomatoes

A bountiful harvest from your garden or from the farmer's market can leave you with a glut of wonderful fresh tomatoes. Rather than eat nothing but tomato sauce and salads for the next week, pick a long-term storage met...

Do You Have to Peel Potatoes? When to Peel & When Not To

A guide to leaving the skin on potatoes versus removing itTo peel or not to peel? This might be the first question you ask when preparing a potato dish. Ultimately, your decision comes down to your personal preferences....

How to

Store Melons

Melon can be a delicious treat to enjoy when it is fresh and ripe. As a general rule, you should not keep melon for more than a week unless you intend to freeze it. Store whole melons in the fridge for up to a week, and ...

How to Season Meat for Spaghetti

Want to season meat for spaghetti to give it some more ''oomph''? Well, get ready to dazzle everyone’s taste buds with new blends and flavors. Here, we’ll walk you through all the herbs, spices, and veggies that will...

How to

Use Oregano in Cooking

'''Oregano's robust and woody taste makes a great addition to lots of dishes, especially those with meats and fresh vegetables, when it is added fresh or dried''' It pairs well with traditional Greek and Italian foods, b...

How to

Cook Ravioli

Ravioli is a simple, classic pasta dish that's easy to cook and easy to portion. You can prepare a batch within a matter of minutes. Read on to learn how to cook ravioli!

The Best Way to Fry Bacon on the Stovetop

Easy step-by-step instructions to fry crispy bacon every time Bacon can be prepared in many different ways, but frying bacon is the traditional method. You can eat bacon with eggs, pancakes, and other breakfast foods. Yo...

How to

Cook Potatoes

Potatoes might be one of the world's most versatile foods. They're inexpensive, flavorful, nutritious, and you can cook them in hundreds of ways. To get you started with cooking potatoes, try roasting them in the oven wi...

How to

Store Roasted Garlic

Roasted garlic is a delicious seasoning that enhances the flavor of many foods. While fairly easy to make, it can be quite time consuming to roast garlic; many people choose to roast a bunch at a time and store the rest ...

How to

Thicken a Casserole

A casserole is an easy and delicious dish that's perfect for when you are craving something warm and hearty. Although it's simple to put together and bake in the oven, it can sometimes turn out too liquidy. Thankfully, i...

How (and When) to Harvest and Preserve Fennel: A Step-By-Step Guide

Few herbs and vegetables are as versatile as fennel. Believe it or not, there are actually two varieties of this plant: herb fennel and Florence (bulb) fennel. Herb fennel looks pretty similar to dill, and produces deli...

How to

Toast Sesame Oil

Sesame oil is a plant-based oil that is traditionally used in place of butter and other saturated fats in cooking and baking. While several varieties of sesame oil exist, the two most common include oil which is cold-pre...

How to

Shred Potatoes

Shredded potatoes are used in many recipes, though arguably the most popular one is delicious, golden hash browns. But that’s the not the only recipe; you could also make hash brown egg nests or hash brown waffles. You...

How to

Clean a Razor Clam

Razor clams are a delicious and popular dish, so it’s no surprise that people love to go clam digging for them. If you’ve recently brought home a clam haul, you’ll want to get them cleaned up so that you can cook t...