So you want to prepare your own sushi but don't know where to start? Well, you've come to the right place. Watch and learn from Reiko Hashimoto's expert advice in cooking perfect sushi rice, the basis of every sushi dish. Make sushi rice and cook sticky rice. Click through to ...more
For some people tomato soup is perfect straight from the can. For others, tomato soup can only be prepared in August when tomatoes are perfect. In this how to video Mark Bittman, from the New York Times, shows how to make an off season roasted tomato soup with a celebrity chef ...more
Don't you hate when you reheat your food and it is still cold in the middle? Watch this how to video and let the Rookie Cook show you some easy ways to reheat food. Reheat your food and find the perfect temperature.
Anuja and Hetal of ShowMeTheCurry.com show you how to make the perfect Basmati rice...simply delicious!
Learn to cook eggs to perfection. This how to video has great tips and tricks on how to make perfect eggs every time. Boil, scramble and poach eggs without messing up the recipe.
The sweet and and savory leeks and pancetta make the perfect bed for the quickly seared scallops. Less is more with this very simple and delicious recipe.
Here is a sandwich that is perfect for dinner or a light snack. Watch this cooking how-to video lesson and learn how to make a homemade BBQ pork sandwich. You won't have to turn on your grill for this barbecue pork sandwich. Ingredients for pork sandwiches: 2 pork tenderloins ...more
This is the perfect dinner meal. Gratin. You can't go wrong with gratin, especially when it involves a little broccoli and cauliflower, so try out this video recipe for cauliflower and broccoli gratin. This rustic recipe is brought straight from Italy by chef Benedetta Vitali ...more
Over a hot grill, steaks will cook quickly, going from very soft (very rare) to somewhat soft with a bit of a spring (medium) to quite firm (well done). Steve Johnson, chef-owner of The Blue Room, recommends touching the steaks often and cutting into them when you think they’r ...more
Homemade biscuits are great. But coupled with homemade gravy, they’re irresistible! Follow this Howcast recipe guide to learn how to make country style gravy. You Will Need * A pan * 1 tbsp butter * 1 tbsp flour * 1 c whole milk * Salt * Pepper Step 1: Melt butter in a pan M ...more
A classic side dish for any hearty meal is roasted potatoes. Works for breakfast too for home fries! (kinda) If you've been trying but haven't quite found the right way to cook your potatoes then you're in luck! In this video, chef Jason Hill goes into detail on his methods of ...more
Forget the Chinese take out, this seafood and noodle Chinese dish is perfect for any day of the week. Watch this how to video tutorial as professional Thai chef Kai shows you how to stir fry shrimp lo mein. This shrimp recipe is quick and delicious try it tonight. Shrimp lo m ...more
This Thai sweet and sour dish is perfect for any day of the week. Watch this how to video tutorial as professional Thai chef Kai shows you cook sweet and sour fish. This seafood recipe is quick and delicious try it tonight. Sweet and sour fish ingredients: oil, vinegar, sugar ...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.
In order to prepare Sweet Potato French Fries, you will need the following: fresh sweet potatoes, olive oil, black pepper, time, garlic salt, a cookie sheet, and a Ziploc bag. Cut the potatoes into potato strips. The thicker they are, the longer it will take for them to cook. ...more
Back in college, we didn't mind eating Ramen for a week straight with a side of French fries from McDonald's. But when it came to special occasions like our one year anniversary with our boyfriend or friends' birthdays, we took the gourmet route and went all out. If you need ...more
In Thailand, tom kha gai means literally chicken galangal soup. Galangal is a species of plant that resembles ginger but tastes more cedary. The tom kha gai dish mixes galangal, coconut milk, lemon grass, and chicken to form a creamy and savory soup. An interesting way to spi ...more
In this video, we learn how to make a poached egg with water and vinegar. To begin, boil water in a pot, then turn down the temperature so it's just below boiling. Add salt into the water, then add in a little bit of vinegar to the water. Next, use a spoon to stir the water in ...more
In this video from The 10-Minute Foodie, Bridget Davis demonstrates how to cook fish. The fish she uses is ocean trout, which is similar to salmon, but any fish can be used in this recipe. The oven is preheated to 200 degrees. Heat a fry pan while seasoning the fish with sea s ...more
In this video you'll learn how to make an easy and delicious home made cheesecake topped with some fresh kiwi slices. Easy and quick to eat for you and the entire family. This is a perfect desert to make for the next family function for everyone to enjoy. It's also to cook for ...more
If you're a mother looking for a slight break from the kitchen and you have a craving for lasagna tonight, then you may want to show your husband this video. A male narrator goes through the steps of how to cook lasagna in a less than two minute instructional video. He starts ...more
The perfect snack for a football viewing party! Learn how to prepare and cook chicken wings in this free appetizer recipe video from our professional chef. Part 1 of 14 - How to Make a chicken wings recipe. Make a chicken wings recipe - Part 2 of 14. Click through to watch thi ...more
This how to video will show you how to cook a gourmet hamburger without the cost. Learn to cook a succulent hamburger with a saffron mayo and mushrooms. For this recipe you will need: mayo, butter, shallots, portobello mushrooms, beef stock, pepper, and skirt steak beef. Serve ...more
Curry is the staple of Asian cooking, but it takes a real touch to get the perfect curry. Once you know the basic recipe of how to make it you're in the clear. In this video you will learn how to make a basic green curry with shrimp in detail. Everything from sauteing the shri ...more
Check out this video for professional tips on how to bake a delicious glazed ham. This ham is perfect for holidays, family dinners, special occasions and Sunday roasts. Follow along with this video from Betty Crocker and chef Julie Van Rosendaal as they cook up a honey glazed ...more
You can't make great sushi without perfectly cooked sushi rice. See how to prep, cook, season, and cool sushi rice, and you'll be rolling in no time!
Sonya McDaniel is showing you how you can make that perfect hamburger you always want to make. Its very easy first step is get all the ingredients you would in your hamburger. Put your hamburger in a good block. Then you take your hand sideways and cut it the hamburger down th ...more
Follow the simple ViewDo steps on how to make perfect Barbeque Beef Ribs. The first step will show you how long to sear the ribs on each side before applying your favorite barbeque sauce. Once the ribs are seared watch and follow the instructions on saucing then sealing the ri ...more
Manju Malhi's quick and easy Indian style chicken curry, demonstrated in this how-to video, is perfect when you're in a hurry. Time efficient without sacrificing the flavor. You will need olive oil, a medium onion, a chicken fillet, cloves of garlic, green chili, salt, turmeri ...more
Here is a healthy and flavorful recipe for roasted vegetables that is perfect to make while your preparing your main course because this dish goes with just about anything. This video goes through how to prepare beets, carrots and make a balsamic vinegar and honey glaze to cre ...more
It’s an evening of wining and dining and you want your meal to come out perfect. Whether a side dish or main course, please your crowd with pasta al dente. You Will Need * An 8-quart pot * 5 qts. water * 2 tbsp. salt * 1 lb. pasta * Tongs * Timer * Colander Step 1: Fill pot w ...more
In this video, Steven Raichen demonstrates how to make a quick and delicious meal of Argentine "gaucho grilled" filet mignon with grilled eggplant and peppers. In his travels around the world, Raichen became fascinated with the rich, slightly smoky flavor of steak cooked in th ...more
Are you a beef guy? Then it doesn't get any better - or simpler - than this star anise-crusted, seared sirloin steak. Whether you're running low on time or simply want to make a dish that's uncomplicated, this sirloin steak makes a fine choice. Make it for your family tonight ...more
In this video from foxprovidence we learn how to make a oyster stuffed filet mignon. Make an incision against the grain of the meat in the center of the meat. Stuff with two to three oysters. With a medium hot pan with oil, salt the steak. Fingerling potatoes and Brussels spro ...more
Chef Billy Perisi of fixmyrecipe.com takes us through how to make beef stroganoff without curdling the sauce. Get pan nice and hot with oil. Slice up filet mignon instead of sirloin steak. Lay slices into pan of oil and then season them. After about a minute, flip the slices ...more
I grew up eating for the most party delicious Mexican food, so naturally, once in a while I will cook some of that comfort food to remember the best days ever ( being raised by my lovely mom who I love to death). My mom is the best cook ever, and I would love to one day be as ...more
In this video, Betty shows you how to make a great eye of round roast beef in a crock pot. It's so simple: you prepare it in the morning and it's ready to eat when you return from work or school. Ingredients: 2 lb. eye of round beef roast (may be bottom round, top round, sir ...more
Not sure what to make for dinner tonight? Try making a heart healthy penne with beef strips dish using canola oil. Watch this cooking how to video tutorial to learn how. Penne with beef strips ingredients: 3 cup penne or rigatoni pasta, uncooked 1 lbs beef stir-fry or insid ...more
In this tutorial, learn how to make a healthy and tasty dinner that your whole family will love. This Greek inspired dish is perfect for vegetarians and is still hearty enough for a meat eater. Enjoy!
Scotch eggs are the perfect snack to take on a camping trip. Traditionally perceived as an unhealthy meal, this recipe aims to add a few nutritional tweaks. Cook up half a dozen of scotch eggs and you're all set for your next outdoor meal. Ingedients: 1 pound pork sausage 1 t ...more
Ever burn rice when it's cooking? Get a rice cooker, so it comes out perfect every time. Watch this video cooking tutorial and learn how to make evenly steamed brown rice in a rice cooker.
Watch as Gordon Ramsay comes into your kitchen to show you how to cook like pro. In this how to video he whips up his special cheese recipe. This cream cheese, sour cream, and truffle oil mix makes a perfect appetizer. Make truffle cream cheese with Gordon Ramsay. Click throug ...more
Watch as Gordon Ramsay comes into your kitchen to show you how to cook like pro. He shows you how to prepare pain perdu with caramelized peaches and a raspberry coolie. Because this dish is a lot like French toast it makes it perfect for breakfast. Make Gordon Ramsay's pain pe ...more
This recipe for blueberry sauce from Blueprint magazine, March/April 2007, is the perfect addition to healthy pancakes and waffles. Place blueberries in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; cook until thickened and syrupy. Serve with pancakes or waffles. Make b ...more
Check out this awesome Under the Sea themed party, hosted by Jessica of Party Box Designs: Theme: Under the Sea Colors/Patterns: Blue, Orange, Green, White, Polka Dots and Stripes Center Pieces: Tall Cylinder Vases with Goldfish, Sand and Seaweed Party Favors: Take Home Goldf ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to build the perfect campfire. It's important to consider the materials, it's impossible to take a lighter and light a large piece of wood. You want to start the fire small and build it large. Think about the wood you will be using, which will de ...more
Not sure what to use to compliment your steak dinner? Why not try a peppercorn sauce, a surefire way to brighten up a yummy steak. This recipe takes about ten minutes to prepare and requires the following ingredients: * 1 dsp butter * 1 dsp green peppercorns * 1 tsp coarse bl ...more
The second annual Catalina Film Festival is coming up, May 4-6. What a perfect opportunity for a weekend getaway to beautiful Catalina, while also networking with filmmakers, industry leaders and celebrities. This year's celebrities include Stan Lee, Rachel Leigh Cook, James S ...more
Have a delicious stew recipe you'd like to make, but want to cut the cooking time in half? Then, pressure cookers are perfect for you. Actually, pressure cookers can heat up a nice soup or goulash three times faster than regular cooking times! If this sounds good to you, then ...more
In this tutorial, learn how to make a lightweight stove for camping and survival. You will learn how to make an ultra lightweight alcohol stove. This stove weighs only one ounce and has no moving parts. It only takes a few short minutes to make and will outlast most convention ...more
FIn this video Tony D'Angelo shows you how to make home made chili. The perfect chili for your hot dogs, burgers, or even your fries all made at home and on a budget. So forget those Johnny Rockets, or Carl's Jr. chili fries, its all about this home made delicious chili. Ingr ...more
Add some spice to dinner tonight by cooking up some exciting Indian fare! Cook up a delicious stew with ground beef, common spices found in most kitchens, and some versatile, delicious spices commonly associated with Indian cooking. You might not coriander or turmeric in your ...more
When you don't have time to do it the right way, here's a short-cut: poach an egg in the microwave, courtesy of The Kitchn. You Will Need: 1 egg 1/3 cup water Approximately 1/2 teaspoon vinegar (optional) Microwave Microwave-safe mug or small bowl Microwave-safe small plate S ...more
If you're a fan of sushi, then you have to try out this delicious raw fish recipe. It's not your typical raw fish. It's called ceviche, and it's a South American (in this case, Peruvian) dish of marinated raw fish. It's an interesting process where you don't cook the food on t ...more
Betty shows you how to make a simple pork roast with tasty gravy. She does a great job of detailing how to tenderize the meat and make it that much more delicious! Ingredients: 2.5 lb. whole boneless pork tenderloin meat tenderizer (to taste) 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 .25 cups wa ...more
It's easy to find out if your eggs can be scrambled, fried, or used in a recipe - or if they need to be tossed in the trash. Watch this video to learn how to test eggs for freshness. You Will Need * Cold water * A large bowl * And eggs Step 1. Prepare your testing bowl Fil ...more
This recipe for potatoes in a creamy yogurt sauce is just perfect for those times when you haven’t had a chance to get to the grocery store for fresh vegetables. The hardest part out of the entire recipe is boiling the potatoes. With the red of the tomatoes in the gravy and th ...more
I was getting kind of sick of ordering delivery pizza (this happens at least 2-3 times a month). It was time to put a spin on gourmet pizza, but I just didn't know what it would be. Without pizza dough or an oven that is capable of creating the perfect pizza crust (I don't hav ...more
In this cooking video series, learn how to make some easy George Foreman Grill recipes. Chef Brandon Sarkis shows you how to cook everything from zucchini and potatoes to tilapia and ribeye steaks. Video: . Video: George Foreman Grill Instructions - Part 2. George Foreman Gril ...more
The best way to roast and barbecue meat and poultry is with a rotisserie. A vertical rotisserie is the best way to save space and stay clean. Know how to get the most out of your new Cuisinart rotisserie. Get all of the information on the Cuisinart Vertical Rotisserie. This de ...more