Giveaway Tuesdays has officially ended! But don't sweat it, WonderHowTo has another World that's taken its place. Every Tuesday, Phone Snap! invites you to show off your cell phone photography skills. Submit your best shot to our weekly competition for a chance to win an awes ...more
I saw this on the Food Network and tried it out. We loved it. It is a great way to use leftovers and with the holidays upon us, I know you'll want to try it. I think it was Jamie Oliver who presented it although I couldn't find it on the website. It was described as a common t ...more
Ok...so I have decided to start a new tag called "would you eat this". Seriously, would you? I love me a good red velvet cake and my husband can tell you how much I love fried chicken, but would you bring these two great flavors together? The chicken is fried in a red velvet b ...more
Despite what the host in this video may say, you don't need to be French to be able to prepare this dish. Watch this cooking how to video tutorial to learn how to make beef bourguignon. This is meat dish is super hearty, serve it up with a side of mashed potatoes and steamed v ...more
Not quite sure what to make with all the left over Thanksgiving turkey? CIA Chef Lynne Gigliotti gives some simple tips on how to use up those turkey leftovers. Try making this delicious turkey pot pie recipe. Top your pie with mashed potatoes!
Watch as Gordon Ramsay comes into your kitchen to show you how to cook like pro. Tonight he makes coq au vin or rooster cooked in red wine with mashed potatoes. Make coq au vin with Hell's Kitchen Gordon Ramsay. Click through to watch this video on tastyfood.tv
Watch this video and learn how to make a spooky lamb goulash with mashed potatoes for Halloween.
We make classic Greek “Moussaka” layers of lamb and eggplant, exotically spiced and topped with a rich, almost custard-like sauce. Chef John also loves a good Shepherd’s Pie, what’s not to like about a pie made out of ground meat and mashed potatoes? So, he thought he would tr ...more
Roasted garlic has an appetizing flavor that is not as pungent as fresh garlic. To use the roasted garlic, simply remove the cloves from the head, and squeeze out the paste that is inside. This is perfect for spreading on bread or using in recipes such as mashed potatoes.
Eggs are incredibly important to cooks, and not just because they're tasty and a complete protein (many erratic genius/artist types make a point of eating an egg or two for breakfast). Yes, they are great when perfectly poached, scrambled, hard-boiled, and even scram-boiled, b ...more
A lot of people like to trash stand mixers for being overpriced and rarely used kitchen appliances. As an avid bread baker I certainly don't agree with that assessment, but I understand where people are coming from. A good Kitchen Aid stand mixer costs a few hundred dollars, a ...more
A perfectly cooked roast potato is a study in contrasts: the outside should be crisp, crunchy, and salty, while the inside is tender and fluffy. Too often, however, roast potatoes come out overcooked, greasy, and tough. But never fear! With this handy guide, you'll be able to ...more
Potatoes are one of cheapest, most nutritious whole foods that you can make and eat. Is it any wonder you can find budget-friendly, low-fat potatoes in every cuisine in the world? I love simple baked potatoes, but it's always good to change it up. Here are some of my favorite ...more
When we were kids, Saint Patrick's Day was a green-hued holiday that promised green eggs in the morning and green mashed potatoes in the evening... along with some traditional corned beef and cabbage, of course. Don't Miss: 8 Delicious Dessert Recipes for St. Patrick's Day W ...more
Potato peels are largely misunderstood creatures. They're shucked away from every mashed potato dish like some icky rag that has no business in your kitchen. PS: Quit it. By ditching the peels, you're not only missing out on fiber and large amounts of potassium (even more than ...more
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so it's probably time to start thinking about what you'll be serving your friends and family at the dinner table on Thanksgiving night. Of course, all the classics must be included, like the centerpiece turkey, mashed potatoes, and cranb ...more
Onion rings or French fries? The debate for which American-food side dish is superior will rage on until the end of cooking. This video makes a very convincing argument for the supremacy of the onion ring, presenting a recipe for them using unconventional ingredients to create ...more
Mashed potatoes and baked potatoes are delicious, but SO tired. Serve your family something new and satisfying for dinner tonight by preparing these fanned russet potatoes. Brushed with oil for an extra crispiness and for color, these fanned potatoes are great served alone or ...more
In this episode of The Simple Chef, host Randy Higgins demonstrates how to make a shepherd's pie. To make this recipe you will need: 1 pound lean ground beef - browned, 1 onion - diced, 1/3 cup of water, 2Tbsp corn starch, 1 packet of beef flavoring, 4 medium size potatoes - p ...more
What's better than stuffing yourself during Thanksgiving dinner? Gorging on leftovers the next day, of course. Everybody loves a good turkey and cranberry sauce sandwich, but what are some other creative ways to re-purpose all the leftover turkey meat, mashed potatoes, stuffin ...more
While the roasted (or, if you're Paula Deen or one of her followers, deep fried) turkey is the star and centerpiece of your Thanksgiving dinner, it simply wouldn't be as good without its supporting cast of sides including gravy and mashed potatoes. Chef Jody Adams demonstrate ...more
Items needed: 1/4 cup of henna powder 1/4 cup of lemon juice plastic conditioning cap (or grocery store bag) Instructions: Mix henna powder with lemon juice until it is a "goopy" paste. It will have the consistency of mashed potatoes. Part clean hair into three or four lar ...more
Amy Wisniewski’s Thanksgiving Turkey Cake looks like a yummy carrot cake with fluffy pumpkin pie frosting, but it's not. SO not. Amy's creation may be shaped like a cake, but its ingredients include ground turkey breast, yams, and mashed potatoes. "Whether this Thanksgiving c ...more
There's no better way to warm up after a nippy fall day outdoors than by taking a bite into a delicious slice of tender and moist roast beef. Served with a side of green beans and mashed potatoes it truly is an incomparable comfort food and one we will never get tired of. To ...more
Down south, the people are friendly and the food is comforting. The best known comfort foods: fried chicken, mashed potatoes, hearty stews, come from this area, and boy do they excel at these recipes. Here's another Southern recipe for you to gobble up. In this food video, yo ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a meal from steak, potatoes, and asparagus. First, peel your mushrooms and then slice and chop an onion. After this, heat up a pan with olive oil, then add in your onions. Now, chop your potatoes into cubes, then boil until tender. When f ...more
This video demonstrates how to make Sloppy Joes for the trail. For this recipe, you will need the following: dehydrated hamburger, water, McCormack Sloppy Joe Mix, dehydrated tomato powder, and Boil 1 cup of water. Add 4 heaping teaspoons of dehydrated hamburger. Allow it to c ...more
This video describes how to cut potatoes in a variety of ways for cooking. Cutting potatoes can be tricky because the regular shape of a potato causes them to roll. To avoid this problem, just cut a sliver off the side of the potato to flatten the bottom. Then proceed to cut t ...more
The video is a description of the preparation of meatloaf. A pan is heated to medium or medium-high, and between 2 and 3 tablespoons of olive oil is added. Two chopped onions and two cloves of garlic are added. Next, sauté until opaque. Add one teaspoon of basil, one of oregan ...more
Instead of serving the same old biscuits, mashed potatoes and gravy for dinner tonight, why not take your family on an exotic taste adventure by fixing them pani puri? Pani puri is a puffed Indian flat bread that can be served with condiments like mint, tamarind water, and chi ...more
Teflon tape or pipe dope can be used to create a seal on black iron pipe. Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates how to do the job right and shares some helpful tips. This black iron pipe is used to transport natural gas to your furnace, water heater and stove. This pipe ...more
This how to video shows you how to prepare a hearty dish of roasted veal with vegetables. For this recipe you will need: - 3lbs. (about 1.5 KG) fillet of beef prepared by your butcher shop, tied with cooking thread - crushed garlic - chopped parsley - salt, black pepper and a ...more
A Turducken is a partially de-boned turkey stuffed with a de-boned duck, which itself is stuffed with a small de-boned chicken. Each layer is surrounded with a bread type stuffing. We used a cornbread, jalapeño, smoked oyster stuffing and a sage, onion, celery stuffing. The t ...more
It goes without saying that a pizza stone is one of the keys to making a perfect pizza. The science behind pizza stones is relatively simple: the stone conducts and holds heat, which keeps the oven temperature steady even when a cold ingredient (such as an uncooked pizza) is i ...more
When it comes to Thanksgiving, some people live for stuffing (or dressing, if that's what you call it). Personally, I love all stuffing, even the boxed kind. However, even the classics can start to feel a little staid and dull after a while. Why not try giving your Thanksgivi ...more
I became a big fan of polenta while studying Italian cooking. Previously, it never occurred to me that ground corn could create a dish that could rival the best pastas or potatoes. Those rich, golden bowls of cornmeal, cooked until tender and flavored with good olive oil, butt ...more
Ew. If you can stomach it, if you can even imagine yourself eating it, Not Martha (they really live up to their name with this one... this is definitely not a Martha Stewart project) has posted a tutorial on making a "Meat Hand". Meat Hand = meatloaf with cheese on top, dres ...more
Your waffle maker might just be the most underutilized tool in your kitchen. This one appliance can make bacon, eggs, hash browns, cupcakes, falafel, mac and cheese, and cinnamon rolls much more quickly and with less mess than traditional methods. Plus, the results all come ou ...more
Gravy is a relatively simple dish, yet it's remarkably easy to mess up. We've all experienced the disappointment of excitedly pouring gravy onto our mashed potatoes, only to realize it's too runny, too lumpy, or too bland. And because gravy is so simple, even if you don't mess ...more
Some don't like shepherd's pie, but if you love it, try making it at home. This shepherd's pie recipe is sure to be a family favorite. It's not actually a "pie", as in dessert, but a full-blown, hearty meal. This traditional Shepherd's Pie from how2heroes is meant to feed a h ...more
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, leaving holiday cookers scrambling for turkey recipes the whole family will love, without taking up the whole holiday in the kitchen. One thing's for sure though— a nice Butterball turkey is sure to be the main dish on everyone's table this feast-ive ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make Indian chaat: Batata vada. To make the vadas, you will need: 2 lbs peeled and mashed potatoes, 1/2 tbsp ginger, 1/2 tbsp green chili paste, 1 tsp roasted cumin powder, 1 tsp sugar, salt, `.5 tbsp lemon juice, and 10 sprigs cilantro. To ma ...more
Anuja and Hetal teaches to make an Indian chaat: Ragda patties (pattice). First add the soaked vatana with 6 cups of water and salt in a pressure cooker till a whistle blows and let it till the pressure goes down. Now add mustard seeds in a pan with some oil in it and heat til ...more
Is a regular size Shepherd's pie too much? Learn how to make miniature Shepherd's pies. Great for luncheons and parties. This is a fast and easy way to make Shepherd's pies. Ingredients you will need are: 250 g minced meat (beef/pork/chicken) Diced onion 1 tbsp. Bisto sauc ...more
YouTube user aVeganCookingShow shows how to prepare a portobello mushroom and mashed potatoes. First, he makes the mushroom marinade. Chop four cloves of garlic and a quarter onion. Combine these in a bowl with a quarter cup of olive oil and a quarter cup of balsamic vinegar. ...more
In this video, we learn how to make beef and onion stuffed potatoes. You will need: beef stock, potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, beef chuck, and pearl onions to make this recipe. First, cut your beef chuck up into cubes, then place it into a pot with the olive oil. Next, bake ...more
Start cooking four large baking potatoes in the microwave. After they are cooked, take a knife and cut them in half by cutting down the length of the potato. With a metal spoon, scoop out the middle of the potato. Potatoes are a great side dish. A medium potato is about 100 ca ...more
In this video, the One Pot Chef teaches us how to make a quick and cheap Shepherd's Pie. He begins with garlic-infused olive oil in the pot. He then adds a small minced onion (or onion flakes) and 500 grams of ground beef, stirring until the meat is browned. After this, he add ...more
Lumpy gravy? Gluey mashed potatoes? Dry turkey meat? So many things can go wrong when you are bestowed the honor (and burden) of cooking Thanksgiving dinner. Thankfully, some culinary mishaps that you encounter in the kitchen can be reversed or craftily disguised right before ...more
This video is a demonstration of how to make Asian-style buchi. The ingredients are sweet rice flour, sesame seeds, peanut oil, water, and sweetened red bean paste. The first step is to put the rice flour into a mixing bowl and mix in water. When it is the consistency of mashe ...more
If you're looking for a new recipe to try, why not try making some lamb shanks. The instructions are easy to follow and you'll be sure to wow your guests. Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil, 2, 4 or 6 lamb shanks, 2 stalks celery, 2 whole carrots, 1 large onion, 1.5 cups port wine, ...more
If your mom didn’t make meatloaf as a kid then you can borrow this guy’s mom’s holiday meatloaf recipe. Meatloaf is easy to make and a great dish to serve to a large family. This tutorial will show you how you can work together in the kitchen to make a great meatloaf. Step 1 ...more
Getting the minimum five daily servings of fruits and vegetables is not as daunting as you might think. This Howcast video guide offers several tips on getting more fruits and vegetables into your diet. You Will Need * Fruits * Vegetables * Imagination * A willingness to expe ...more
Find out how to make bacon wrapped mashed potatoes and scallops in this free seafood recipe video series from our professional chef. Part 1 of 15 - How to Cook bacon wrapped scallops. Cook bacon wrapped scallops - Part 2 of 15. Click through to watch this video on expertvillag ...more
In this cooking video series, learn how to prepare roast duck leg from Chef Laszlo Szalai. Chef Szalai will show you how to prepare the duck leg for cooking, how to garnish roast duck leg with vegetables, how to chop apples and onions for roast deck leg, how to prepare mashed ...more
Pringles are just as well known for their cylindrical packaging as for their suspiciously addictive fried crisps. Yes, that's crisps—not chips. They do not meet FDA standards for "potato chip" classification since they're only made up of 42 percent potato product. "Potato ch ...more
Since leftovers are such a coveted thing following a big cooking holiday, I decided to follow up my previous post on reusing Thanksgiving leftovers with 13 more ideas for doing more with your holiday scraps. While making turkey sandwiches with cranberry sauce is an oldie but ...more
Thanksgiving is almost here, so now is the perfect time to figure out how you're going to cook that Turkey Day bird for dinner. Choosing a high-quality turkey is important, but if you haven't even gotten yours yet, the pickings may be slim, so do the best you can. Brining the ...more
Ah, ginger. From stir fry to smoothies, ginger is a reliably sharp and refreshing flavor that adds zing to everything it touches. It may be a pain in the ass to remove the skin from ginger (or not), but the zest it brings to food is well worth the trouble. Don't Miss: How to B ...more
Fall is here, and it's time for warm, filling meals... that don't involve a lot of effort, because it is getting cold outside and you spent a full day at work wishing you were on the couch with a blanket over your head, dammit. Solidarity, my friend—you are not alone. As a me ...more