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Don’t laugh—butter sculpture is a true art form that originated in Tibet in the 7th century. It is now one of the highlights of many American harvest fairs. Learn how to make your own butter sculpture. You Will Need: * Butter * A cool room * Ice water * Materials for the fram ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to tap a keg with various pumpers. There are around 5 different types of pumps you can use. Make sure your pump matches the keg that you have, to make your beer come out easiest. Also, make sure your keg is completely full when you purchase it, s ...more

In this Food video tutorial you will learn how to make a white chocolate mousse pie. Take 13 cream-filled sandwich cookies, crush them in the food processor, mix 3 tbsp unsalted, melted butter and press them down on the bottom of a 9” pie tray. Then take 17 oval sandwich coo ...more

Milana from Tap Tap in South Beach, Florida, demonstrates making a cane sugar mojito. After explaining the history of mojitos, she pours 1½ ounces of rum into a large glass that has already been filled with ice. Then, she puts fresh mint and raw sugar in a large mortar. She u ...more

With this simple recipe you will be enjoying a great dessert in no time. This recipe is for lemon semifreddo and to begin you want to crack 4 large eggs into a mixing bowl. Next, you want to add 1/2 of sugar plus another tbsp or two and whip up the mixture until it's light and ...more

Transforming a plain old plate into a work of art is just a simple garnish away. Learn how to make edibile garnishes. You Will Need: * A tomato * A carrot * Large button mushrooms * A celery stalk * Maraschino cherries * An orange * Strawberries * Melted chocolate * A sharp p ...more

Spending too much money on those expensive coffee concoctions? Get your fix at home for a fraction of the price. You will need strong coffee, sugar, ice, milk, whipped cream, a spoon, a blender, a coffee maker, a large glass, a straw, and a flavored syrup. Watch this video bev ...more

Have a big family or large amount of people over? Peach pudding cake is a great dessert. It's easy to make and will satisfy the sweet tooth. Don't forget to top it off with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Make peach pudding cake. Click through ...more

Ice cream sandwiches are always a hit! Join Chef Ralph Pallarino as he shows you how to make them! Just grab some vanilla ice cream and some chocolate chip cookies to get started! You will need 1 package large chewy chocolate chip cookies, 1 gallon vanilla ice cream, 1 package ...more

Not many people are familiar with blintzes, but they are familiar with crepes. It's the same principle, only the Jewish breakfast of cheese blintzes involves a little different strategy. Bruce Bell demonstrates traditional Jewish stuffed pancakes. The batter is similar to that ...more

The first thing that should be done when icing a cake with buttercream frosting is to wrap the cake in plastic wrap and chill it in the freezer. This will ensure that when you trim the top of the cake there will not be as many crumbs. After triming the top of the cake to make ...more

With all those cheese and fries casseroles out there, why not add some hearty ground beef to the mix? Betty shows you her unique recipe for a scrumptious delight. Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon butter, melted ½ medium onion, chopped 3 tabl ...more

Latin for "horn of plenty," a cornucopia makes a colorful centerpiece for holiday meals. You Will Need * A large tray or cookie sheet * Assorted leaves (real or fabric) * A 2-foot-long wicker cornucopia (available at most craft stores) * 3 eight-ounce bags of raffia or straw * ...more

A sweet and spicy milk-based tea from India, chai is a tasty alternative to coffee. You Will Need * 7 c. Water * 2 green cardamom pods * 1 small piece fresh ginger root * 2 cloves * A cinnamon stick * 2 bay leaves * 2 tbsp. Loose leaf black tea (such as Darjeeling) * 1 c. Whol ...more

In this video, we learn how to make lemon ice cream. First, grate the zest of one lemon into a large mixing bowl. After this, cut the lemon in half and squeeze them into the bowl. Now, pour in 200 g caster sugar and mix together. Now, take 450 ml of cream and beat it with an e ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to make Japanese lotus root salad. First, you will need to take the lotus root and peel it. Then, cut it into thin slices and place into ice water. After this, chop up green peppers, removing the middle and seeds. Now, add four cups of water to a ...more

In this video, we learn how to make old fashioned sugar cookies. First, you will need 2 sticks of butter and 1 3/4 c sugar. Mix this together, then add in two eggs to the bowl and mix together again. Now, add in 2 3/4 c flour and mix this up with a spoon. Form into a large bow ...more

Enjoy the taste of tarragon in your own homemade-style soda pop! If you're a soda lover, you can't not make this delicious beverage. This vibrant soda combines fresh tarragon leaves, simple syrup and seltzer water. Served over ice, it's a crisp and colorful presentation that a ...more

Chances are that by now you've seen it all - at least when it comes to cupcakes. The designer foodstuff, as popularized by chains like Sprinkles and Magnolia Bakery, has been done and redone in every shape imaginable, from your typical swirled icing topped cupcakes to cupcakes ...more

There's no better way to improve your ability to ice masterpieces of cupcakes and cakes than to simply practice. And the tip presented in this cake decorating video is indispensible. Using a #21 tip (called an open star tip), you'll learn how to ice a shell border. A shell bo ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to make an igloo and penguin cake. For this, you will start with colored fondant or colored gum paste. Next, you will shape your gum paste into the bodies of the little penguins. After this, make sure you make all the shapes for their eyes and be ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to demonstrate the difference between land & sea ice. First, fill up two large aquariums with water, then add in a glacier to one aquarium and an iceberg in the other. This will see how the water level changes based on the melted of each differen ...more

Milana from Tap Tap in South Beach, Florida, demonstrates making a raspberry mojito. After explaining the history of the Haitian drink, she starts the drink with fresh raw mint and raw sugar. Placing those ingredients in a rather large mortar, she uses a pestle to crush the mi ...more

Stephannie teaches us how she prepares her "not so famous" mini cupcakes for a nephew's birthday party. After mixing up the yellow cake mix and putting it into a large plastic bag, you cut the end off the bag and squeeze the batter into cupcake cups within a pan. You should th ...more

A chef and bartender which has worked in a Wolfgang Puck kitchen presents how to make a "White Russian" cocktail. This presentation has been done as an audition for a bar tending reality program and includes presenter monologue and dialog. The presenter also explains the diffe ...more

You can ice cakes using a spatula and put a “crumb coat” on the cake to seal in the crumbs prior to decorating. Start by putting a large dollop of icing on top of the cake, spreading it completely over the top with a spatula. Use enough icing that you don't pull the crumbs int ...more

She begins the video by telling us that this is a great way to finish off that Mexican dinner. She gives a list of the ingredients and begins to mix. In your cream bucket pour a quarter cup of triple sec, a bottle of beer, half a liter of tequila, two cans of frozen limeade an ...more

Fondant is a type of smooth, thick, yet pliable icing that can be made in sheets to decorate cakes, cookies, and cupcakes. Because it's effectively the polymer clay of the cake decorating world, it holds its shape very well, which means you can employ it to create complex flow ...more

Crafting these sugary treats is a snap. Learn how to make your own lollipops at home. You Will Need * Nonstick cooking spray * 2/3 c. water * 2 c. sugar * 1/4 c. cream of tartar * About 40 lollipop sticks * 2 large baking sheets * A medium saucepan * A wooden spoon * A candy ...more

The hamstring is a large muscle in the back of the thigh. A hamstring injury is a partial tear of the muscle. Learn how to diagnose and treat a hamstring injury in this medical how to video. Take Action Check for bruising or swelling Check area for tenderness Rest from the ac ...more

If you're not sure what sabayon is, maybe you know the term zabaglione, which is an Italian dessert of whipped, heated egg yolks, sugar, and Marsala wine. It can be served hot or cold, and can house many different accompanying ingredients, like berries and mint! We're able to ...more

Mix up your favorite soda with a scoop of ice cream to enjoy this sweet American tradition! Learn how to make an ice cream float with this Howcast recipe guide. You Will Need * A tall glass * Your favorite soda * Ice cream or sorbet * Ice cream scoop * Whipped cream * A long ...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

No one can resist the taste of spaetzle. It's undeniably one of Germany's best creations. And German spaetzle is even a hit during the holidays! So, join Robert Daugherty as he shares his heritage and skill in making German spaetzle. Creamy and buttery, with a hint of fresh n ...more

Serve your friends and family turkey this year in a nontraditional way by baking and decorating these turkey cupcakes. Turning ordinary and very blah chocolate cupcakes into feathered birds requires only some chocolate icing, candy corn, and sprinkles. You can prepare these c ...more

If you're into grape juice, then you should try out this Concord grape fruit drink, in a South American style drink called an agua fresca. An "agua fresca" is a fruity drink blended with water and sugar, then strained to make a vibrant, refreshing and absolutely delicious beve ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to make tomato based salsa. First, place a large pot of water to boil. Now, score the bottom of your tomatoes. When the water boils, immerge the tomatoes into the water until the skin starts to fall off. When finished, place the tomatoes into an ...more

In this video, Food Network's Ina Garten shows you how to make flourless coconut macaroons. First, you need one bag of shredded coconut emptied into a large bowl. Next, pour a 14 ounce can of sweetened condensed milk over the shredded coconut. Then add a teaspoon of vanilla ex ...more

Lactose Overdose demonstrates how to make a rainbow cake. Use either a store bought mix or use your own recipe. A white cake mix works the best. You will also need two canisters of white frosting and food coloring. Make the cake according to the directions or recipe instructio ...more

How to make deviled eggs while avoiding common mistakes There are a number of errors that people make when making deviled eggs. First putting the eggs directly into boiling water will cause the egg shells to break. Also not setting a timer while boiling the eggs can lead to o ...more

Do you like to play hockey but have no idea how to skate? Are you more of a summer person than a winter one? Do you live somewhere where ice is hard to find? Well, then check out this tutorial and learn to play street hockey! Get all the fun of hockey without the cold, icy mes ...more

Cinco de mayo is just around the corner so for your fiesta try out these margarita cupcakes. These are perfect for kids and adults alike because there is no alcohol in them but they have all the color and fun that you expect from a Mexican party. Baking liners or silicone * 1 ...more

1. Use a piece of gum-paste, fondant, or candy clay about the size of a tennis ball 2. I first will roll about 1/2 of the dough through my pasta machine to a medium thickness (#4) or roll your fondant to approx 1/4 in. thickness 3. You could also use a pizza cutter or knife to ...more

Things You'll Need: 3 cups grated carrot, 1 cup flour, 2 tsp baking powder - 1 t tsp baking soda 1 t salt 2 t ground cinnamon 4 eggs 2 t vanilla extract 1 c brown sugar packed c sugar 1 oil 1 c walnuts finely chopped c raisins For frosting 8 oz. cream cheese 1 stick butter 3 c ...more

This video shows you how to make a yummy Boston cream pie. This video focuses on the pastry cream and the icing. The ingredients are 3 eggs, 1/4 of a cup of sugar, 1/4 of a cup of corn starch and whisk in a large bowl until it's fluffy and a lemon color. Put in a medium size p ...more

Making a Martini Zing with Cilantro. There are many herbs that can make interesting martinis. Cilantro is one of the best to create a really unique drink. The ingredients you need are: vodka (the video uses Gray Goose), gin, simple syrup made from equal parts sugar and water b ...more

Mmmmmm. We all wish it was Thanksgiving every day with this delectable baked sweet potato. Betty puts a great spin on a traditional side dish with her unique toppings. In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make a luscious Brown-Sugar-Topped Baked Sweet Potato to accompany ...more

Celebrate America's birthday the way the Founding Fathers might have, by whipping up a batch of Plantation Punch. Howcast presents this video recipe guide to mixing the alcoholic drink: The Founding Father's Plantation Punch. Perfect for the 4th of July. You Will Need 12 oz. ...more

Learn how to make a Pimm's Cup. A summertime favorite of the Brits, this cocktail is made from the gin-based alcohol known as Pimm’s No. 1 Cup. You Will Need * A Collins glass * Ice * 2 ounces Pimm’s No. 1 Cup * 4 ounces lemonade * Soda water * A slice of lemon * A slice of ...more

This all-occasion recipe for fruit punch is a real crowd pleaser. Learn how to make alcoholic fruit punch with this recipe video. You Will Need * 5 qt fruit juice of your choice * Serving bowl * 2 c sugar * Ice * Ladle * Club soda * Rum, vodka, or fruit-flavored schnapps * Fr ...more

Forget the smoothies, granitas, cool lattes, and other frozen imitators—there’s nothing that satisfies your sweet tooth like a good old-fashioned milkshake. Learn how to make a delicious milkshake at home. Step 1: Scoop in ice cream Scoop your ice cream into the blender—you’l ...more

If you’re still living in the Ice Age—that is, with a non-defrosting freezer—you’ll need these ancient skills. Learn how to defrost your freezer. You Will Need: * Cardboard boxes * Newspaper or cloths * A pan that will fit at the bottom of your freezer * A towel Step 1: Empt ...more

Scientific studies have shown that species with large swimbladders, especially bottom dwelling fish such as grouper and snapper, derive an immediate benefit from venting. A venting tool is to be used on fish which are showing classic signs of swimbladder rupture which includes ...more