These cheesy mixture of vegetables and couscous complement the just barely blackened bell peppers for an absolutely divine meal. These are a must-try. Ingredients 5 medium-large red bell peppers, divided 1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into ½" dice 1 cup grape tomatoes 4 cl ...more
Did you know that any time you trot home with a new wok you must season it? While you might think, um, but why would you season a wok? Don't you usually season the food instead? Well, seasoning a wok is not what you think it is (and doesn't involve salt and pepper at all). Wh ...more
Craving cookies but don't want to turn your kitchen into a sauna? Don't fret. Just turn your car into an oven! Watch this video to learn how to bake cookies on your car's dashboard. Step 1. Prepare the cookie sheet Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray. If you’re using pre ...more
Ingredients 1 cup flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs 2 large or 3 medium bananas 1 teaspoon vanilla Optional: 1/2 cup raisins and/or nuts (walnuts or pecans work well!) and/or ch ...more
There are always those days when bread-lovers want a hearty savory bread to eat, but there isn't quite enough time to make a yeast bread. After all, yeast breads take anywhere from an hour to a full day for the first rise. Well, that's where this whole-wheat beer bread comes i ...more
With a little muscle and a powerful cleaner, even the filthiest oven can look new. Since it's best to let the cleaner sit overnight, try to start cleaning before bed. Make sure that the room is well ventilated. Open doors and windows and turn on any fans to prevent fumes from ...more
It's very important to clean your make-up brushes so now and then. This video shows you how. Every day- wipe makeup brushes off on clean old towel Every other day- clean makeup brushes with brush cleaner and paper towel Every week- deep clean makeup brushes with clean kitch ...more
Dishwashers are amazing at cutting down kitchen clean-up time and providing dishes, cookware, and cutlery that are spotless and free of germs. Although the machine does do most of the work for you, using it properly will ensure that you get the best results. This video is goin ...more
Sandra Redmond shows how to clean a dirty kitchen area. Using rubber gloves, sponges, bicarbonated water, and paper towels, Sandra shares ways to get rid of all the grease and grime on a dish pile-up. Make washing up spotless. Click through to watch this video on videojug.com
Who would have suspected that vodka had so many practical uses? Vodka can alleviate the sting of a jellyfish, treat poison ivy rash, and help relieve toothaches. For using vodka around the house, soak a clean rag and use it to get rid of bathroom mold, clean your kitchen and b ...more
this how to video demonstrates an easy way to clean a really dirty kitchen stove, using only common and safe household items. For cleaning the top of your range you will need salt, vinegar and baking soda.
Do you have tons of post-its and scraps of paper lying around? Is it overwhelming to sift through layers of papers just to find the newest note? If you have this problem, worry no more! In this tutorial, you will learn how to create your very own DIY chalkboard so that you can ...more
Many foods do not come in natural packaging that is as useful and versatile as its content. Eggs are an exception. So, the next time you buy a carton of eggs, be sure to hold onto the eggshells after you are finished cooking with them. In the kitchen, you can use eggshells to ...more
This recipe, by renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, was originally developed for a restaurant kitchen, which typically includes a convection oven. To prepare this at home, bake the meringues overnight, or until dried, on the bottom rack of a gas oven with only the pilot l ...more
This video shows you how to prepare a pork chop with perfect crackling. First, you will need to cut the rind, making hash marks along its’ sides. Then, you will need to season it well, with sea salt and crushed back pepper. Place it in the oven with potatoes: they should be cl ...more
In this video, Jennifer Taggart Of Healthy Child Healthy World shows us how to make a non-toxic disinfecting cleaner. You can use this cleaner for almost any surface in your home. What you'll need is a re-purpose spray bottle, some castile soap, some tea tree oil, and water. F ...more
Betty, from Betty's Kitchen, explains how to make oven-baked pork chops with home style gravy! First, preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Betty explains that she will leave the fat trim around the pork chops before cooking. First, use meat tenderizer to season the meat. Shake th ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make brownies from scratch with Nancy. You will first need to mix together 1/2 c butter and 1 c white sugar. After this, add in two eggs and then whisk together. From here, add in some vanilla to taste and a pinch of salt. Then, mix together y ...more
Learn how to easily unblock a kitchen sink clogged with food particles in simple steps. Every time you clean your dishes and bowls at your home kitchen some food particles wash out and get clogged. When these particles are clogged the water starts to drain out slowly and bad o ...more
Keep your grill clean for both health and taste reasons. When it builds up old crust it will give off a burned flavor and the blackened bits create carbon, a carcinogen. With a clean grate, you'll get those gorgeous charred cross marks -- the sign of a healthy grill. Wash the ...more
From Betty's Kitchen, Betty shows how to make bacon in the oven! A serving of bacon is then placed beside perfect scrambled eggs, thick-sliced raisin toast, citrus slices and hot chocolate to make for the perfect breakfast! Start your day off right with this delicious breakfas ...more
WonderHowTo is a how-to website made up of niche communities called Worlds, with topics ranging from Minecraft to science experiments to Scrabble and everything in-between. Check in every Wednesday evening for a roundup of user-run activities and how-to projects from the most ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make an eggless pineapple cake. You will need: 1 1/4 c flour, 1/2 c sweetened condensed milk, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp cardamom powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 c melted butter, and 20 oz can crushed pineapple. First, mix you ...more
Adding a backsplash with tile to your kitchen area is a great way to add some character to your room and is easy to clean. This tutorial will show how you can tile a kitchen backsplash in your home today. It can be a difficult task for anybody who has not had any kind of exper ...more
This video shows how you can make your kitchen environmentally friendly. You can save a lot of energy when heating up food by using the microwave oven instead of using your conventional oven. Microwaves only use 20 percent of the energy that a conventional oven uses. The micro ...more
It's easy to make a peck of pickled peppers – or any other vegetable – with this basic recipe. You Will Need * 3-4 lbs. beets, cucumbers, carrots, asparagus, bell peppers, or green bean * A large, oven-safe, lidded pot * Four one-pint canning jars * A boiling-water canner * A ...more
In this how-to video, Gourmet Magazine editor Melissa Roberts shows you a quick and simple way to cut canned tomatoes. This technique will help decrease the usual mess. For this, you need kitchen shears or very sharp scissors, and obviously a can of whole tomatoes. Melissa sug ...more
You are going to cook the meat right on the oven rack so it is a good idea to clean the rack before you get started. The meat you'll need is a top round or brisket, or any kind of beef with a low fat content. Make sure the beef is thin, and place it in the freezer just until i ...more
Does your kitchen smell like a landfill? Try these simple steps to clean out the culprit. This video will show you how to safely clean a garbage disposal. You Will Need * 2 cups ice * 1 cup rock salt or vinegar * Tongs or pliers * Lemon peels WARNING: Never put your hand in ...more
Jacqueline Hansen shows how clean a microwave spotlessly. Using rubber gloves, a microwave bowl, lemon juice, washing detergent, kitchen spray, a soft cloth and paper towels, Jacqueline provides a wonderful demonstration to remove the microwave stains. Clean a microwave spotle ...more
Is your kitchen pantry cluttered and disorganized? Do you have spices and boxed foods that are decades old? It's time to clean house. Insightful Nana shows you ways to organize your cluttered kitchen pantry with the help of a professional organizer from Harmony Within. Use the ...more
In this video, we learn how to make delicious pineapple upside down cake. First, add in 1 c flour to a large mixing bowl and then 1 c cake flour. Next, add in 1/4 tsp salt, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp baking soda. Mix this all together, then grab another bowl and add in 1 sti ...more
Jon Dorn goes to the kitchen to teach you how to bake perfect treats every time on the trail. Learn more from Backpacker's Gear School in the March 2007 Gear Guide, and at www.backpacker.com/video.
Chopping an onion is such a basic skill, yet so many of us get it wrong. Plus, onions tend to be slippery, making them hard to grasp for a clean, safe knife cut. Whether you're new to the kitchen or want some tips for cutting onions more efficiently, check out this video to l ...more
Oh, boy. A stopped-up drain. It'll inevitably happen with any home plumbing system and your kitchen sink is no exception. That clog won't go away on its own and will require immediate attention to keep any standing water from rising. But you don't have to resort to calling an ...more
Granite countertops are a beautiful addition to any kitchen or bathroom. Unfortunately it can stain, but you can prevent stains easily by following the instructions in this video. They will teach you everything you need to know about cleaning granite countertops.
One of the easiest ways to cook potatoes is by simply throwing them on the fire. Okay, you don' want to throw them directly in the flame, but in the coals, it cooks them perfectly. What better time to roast potatoes than when you've got something cooking on a grill or in your ...more
In this tutorial, Lisa Quinn tells us how to get rid of pests in the home. First, walk around your home and look around the foundation to see if there are any big crack or crevices on the foundation. To solve this, go to the hardware store and grab some caulk to fill in any cr ...more
Curtis Smith of Southwest Yard and Garden show viewers how they can dry fruit from their garden. First, you need to wash your hands before handling your fruit. To wash your hands you want to remove any jewelry, wet your hands, lather your hands and rub them together for 20 sec ...more
For those of us on a diet, choosing between brownies and cupcakes for our dessert becomes a nightmare of fiendish proportions. Which is why it's just so much easier to breed the two together and form delicious brownie cupcakes. Composed of brownie mix and topped with a sugary ...more
Garden of Imagination presents a video that teaches how to create a miniature pretzel for a dollhouse. First, she rolls polymer clay into a tiny snake-like roll. Then, she wraps the clay to form a pretzel shape. After she gets the shape she wants, she cuts the clay to make it ...more
Did you know that you can still clean your skin without makeup remover? If you have a kitchen, chances are you have this skin remedy! In this tutorial, learn how to use Extra Virgin Olive Oil to remove makeup and clear up your face. Why spend a ton of money on products that on ...more
Cast iron skillets are the original non-stick "Teflon" coating. An iron skillet seasoned properly will keep food from sticking, and its is great for browning and easy to care for. And good cast iron cookware will last a life time. Cast iron skillets have been handed down from ...more
In the spirit of foods stuffed with other foods such as Turducken and macaroni and cheese stuffed meat loaf, comes this seafood inside seafood dish. This video tutorial shows how to make King Crab stuffed lobster tails. This gourmet meal is surprisingly easy to pull off, provi ...more
Set the packaged roast on the kitchen counter. Let the roast warm to room temperature for an hour or more. This helps it to cook evenly. Unwrap and coat the roast with olive or vegetable oil. Rub with the spices of your choice. Crushed garlic is often used with beef. Some ch ...more
Everyone dreams of having super powers. Flying, invisibility, and x-ray vision are popular, but my favorite is fire power! I've always wanted to be Wheeler from the Captain Planet kids show, and now I can with these handheld fireballs of awesomeness. The fireballs burn at a lo ...more
When cleaning your oven, you'll want to take your oven door off its hinges first to give you more room to maneuver. Plus, take the door off makes it easier to clean the door itself, especially the glass areas. The following video from Nathan Cox talks about how easy it is to r ...more
This tutorial cooking video will teach you to make oven roasted pears with POM pomegranate blackberry tea. Your guest will think you spent all day in the kitchen whipping up this desert. It will be our little secret that you didn't.
Using the right cleaning products will prevent damage to your kitchen surfaces. Watch this how to video to learn what products work best on natural stone counter tops and stainless steel sinks.
Teacup candles are a beautiful variation on candles. You will need soy wax, clean tea cups, wicking, your preferred candle dye and essential oils, a wick pin and a method for heating and melting your candle wax (a kitchen stove is generally good enough).
Watch as this husband prepares a meal for his wife. What's on the menu? Hickory smoked, Rock Cornish Game Hens, new potatoes with rosemary, asparagus, tossed salad and fresh berries. You'll learn how to prepare and wash the hen, and a recipe to season it before cooking. Use wi ...more
Butcher-block kitchen countertops have traditionally been very popular and these days are often used as companion tops with other materials, such as solid-surface tops. In addition to their aesthetic appearance, they can receive hot pans without damage. You can make up your ow ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make rainbow cupcakes. First, you will need to make the batter and pour it into six different bowls evenly. After this, drop different colors of food coloring into each of the bowls to make them all different colors. Once these are mixed toget ...more
Tinfoilchefdotcom shows us how to make green bean casserole, the easy way. You will need, 5 cans of green beans, one and half can of cream mushroom soup, quarter cup of milk and one and half can of French onions. Heat the oven to 350 and keep it ready. Take a clean dish and pu ...more
To make a toasted marshmallow cake frosting follow the below instructions. Before start preparing get ready with the following ingredients such as: 1 devil's food cake mix, and ingredients to prepare cake, 12 large marshmallows, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1/2 cup firmly-packed l ...more
The Kitchen Nut YouTube user shows all the steps needed for preparing roasted sweet potato fries, with various tips for getting better result. Firstly, the potatoes are cut in long strips of equal size with a big kitchen knife. The skin is left on. Next, the oven is set at 425 ...more
Learn how to crack open a coconut. Release this tropical treat from its hard-as-a-rock shell without needing a machete. You Will Need * An ice pick or clean nail * A large bowl * A hammer or a large butcher knife * A cookie sheet * And a spoon Step 1. Preheat oven Preheat ...more
This video shows us how to make tortilla crisps for a delicious snack. You will need some tortillas, cooking spray, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder. Lay the tortillas out on a baking sheet and spray them with cooking spray. Sprinkle on some Italian seasoning ...more
Cast-iron provides one of the best cooking surfaces for any cooking. Learn how to season it to perfection. -The seasoning will continue to improve as the pan is regularly used. -New cast-iron skillets require seasoning before the first use to create a nonstick finish. -Wash t ...more
How to bake a chocolate cake Make a tasty homemade chocolate cake that everyone will love. Ingredients 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups sugar 3/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 cup of milk ...more