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Sonya MacDaniel demonstrates how to make a fruit salad with strawberry poppy seed vinaigrette dressing. The salad has less than ten ingredients and is very easy to make. Also, the salad is much healthier than the one made using a pre-made dressing as you can control the amount ...more

Professional chef Michael Symon demonstrates the knife skills he uses to make cutting citrus fruits into membrane-free segments easy. * With a sharp knife, cut away all the fruit's peel, including the white pith. * Slide your knife between the membrane and the flesh of the fr ...more

Learn how to mix an Adam Bomb cocktail from a hot bartender in this instructional video! Boom! Ingredients: * 1 part Rum (Ron Bacardi) * 1 part Vodka (Absolut) * 1 part Tequila (Jose Cuervo) * 1/2 part Triple sec * Fruit * 1/2 glass Ice * Salt or sugar * 1-3 pint Fruit juice ...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

Why are you looking forward to fall? Other than sipping on warm vanilla lattes, watching the leaves change colors, and of course the start of the holiday season, we're looking forward to all the fresh, in season fruits and vegetables. Among these ripe offerings are grapes, whi ...more

Jessie Pray shares her recipe for her famous "Spanish Fly Sangria". To make Spanish Fly Sangria, do the following: Nothing will be measured. Put some ice in a pitcher or bowl. Add some oranges slices, lemon and lime wedges and some apples to the pitcher. Add about a half bottl ...more

Sarah Dussault gives us instructions on how to appropriately cut her favorite fruit, the mango. -There is a huge seed where the pit is, so first you want to cut off the sides. -Take one side and cut into a grid pattern. -Now you can simply pop the cubes of mango off and eat th ...more

Everyone loves sangria on a hot summer day and in this how to, we learn it's incredibly easy to make. With Rebecca Brayton, from watchmojo.com, we are taken through a few simple steps. Helpfully listing every single item we will need, from the wine through all the juices and c ...more

Prank someone by making a pre-sliced banana that will fall to pieces when someone unpeels it. They'll have no idea you've already tampered with the fruit for this prank. You'll need a needle and some time to covertly slice the banana while it's still unpeeled. This is a great ...more

Kiwi is quite the ironic fruit. It's to-die-for exotic sweetness is countered by it's very difficult exterior, which is rough and soemtimes hard to scrape off. Luckily, this food tutorial will run you through several ways to choose, peel, and slice kiwis. All you will need is ...more

Not everyone likes papaya. But a lot of times the sweet fruit is simply misunderstood. They require different methods of preparation which most people just don't feel like doing. But trust us, biting in to a juicy piece of papaya is totally worth the work. Check out this vide ...more

If you love granola bars, you have to try out this quick recipe for an awesome honey almonds granola. You can shape them into bars if you want, eat it with milk (like cereal), or even eat it with yogurt. You can do practically anything with this tasty granola mixture. Granola ...more

A fairy princess party isn't the same without fairy wands! Eschew traditional conceptions of wands and create wands that are both girly and good to eat by watching this tutorial on how to create fruit wands! Narrated by Food Network host Sandra Lee, the tutorial will guide yo ...more

A persimmon is not ready to eat until it has a soft consistency like jelly or pudding, though the fruit can be harvested and brought inside while still hard, so long as the branch the fruit hangs from is picked along with it. One way to be sure that a persimmon is ready to eat ...more

Looking to cut your monthly expenses down? Brown-bagging is one of the easiest ways to save money, especially if you stock several key items. In this video, ways to pack a lunch for a dollar a day are gone over. You Will Need: • Slow-cooking oats • Whole wheat bread • Eggs ...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

Keep foods fresher longer with these tricks. Learn how to make your food last longer. You Will Need: * Bread * An apple * Brown bags * Plastic bags * Paper towels Step 1: Keep cookies crisp Keep the treats in your cookie jar from getting stale by putting a piece of bread – p ...more

You’ll be able to impress your friends with this mouth-watering snack! And what goes better together than apples and peanut butter? Follow along with this how-to video to learn how to make peanut butter and granola stuffed apples. Ingredients for stuffed apples with granola a ...more

This is demo of how to make how to make a Fig and Parma Ham hearts on Valentine's Day. For this you may need puff pastry, fresh figs, goat cheese, parma ham, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar and olive oil. By this we can make this heart shaped. For this draw the picture of heart ...more

Bananas are the perfect fruit for anything, even pie. It's no wonder why banana cream pie is a favorite among dessert lovers. Fancy, intricate desserts can be pretty to look at, but rarely taste as good as a down-home classic. Pastry Chef Molly Hanson of Post 390 shares her se ...more

Churrascaria? What's that? It's a meat-lover's dream… if you're in Brazil. But you don't have to travel abroad to enjoy the meaty goodness of this awesome grilling party! A churrascaria is an all-you-can-eat Brazilian steak house that features an amazing array of spit-roasted ...more

Southwest Yard and Garden shows viewers how to dry and freeze vegetables and herbs. First, you need to wash your hands for at least 20 minutes. You can dry herbs in a whole form so the flavor stays strong. First, just wash off your herbs, put them on a cookie sheet and allow t ...more

Betty delivers as usual with a great breakfast casserole recipe. This is a great, light treat to complement fruit or eggs. Ingredients: 6 oz. package dry hash brown potatoes (I used a 5.2 oz. Betty Crocker Seasoned Skillets hash brown mix that had potatoes, onions, and some ...more

Laminate flooring is easy to clean and is a great way to spruce up a room. With yourlist of items in hand and a little bit of elbow grease you can have new floors in no time. Don't forget: measure twice, cut one. Sidestep expensive labor costs by installing your own laminate ...more

Watermelon is not only a refreshing treat but is full of nutrients and energy. Prepare for a summer you will never forget by starting a watermelon patch today. From seeding to watching your plants grow, this is a fun project for the whole family. If you love to bury your face ...more

Looking to drop a few pounds? The grapefruit diet has worked for many. Investigate to see if this citrus-based diet – which started back in the 1930s – is the weight-loss plan for you. You Will Need: • Eggs • Bacon • Grapefruit • Unsweetened grapefruit juice • Water • C ...more

There is no better addition to a barbecue than a classic sangria. Rebecca shows an easy way of making this Spanish punch. There are various types of sangria which can be prepared easily by just changing the flavor through the use of a variety of fruits. Basic requirements for ...more

If you've ever eaten a thinly sliced vegatable, there's a good chance that it was cut using a mandoline slicer! Learn how to use this utility effectively. Mandoline slicers are great tools for making evenly thin slices of fruits and vegetables. Step 1: Place the slicer perpe ...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

The national drink of Brazil, the caipirinha is the perfect partner on a sultry summer night. You Will Need: * A whole lime * 1 tsp. sugar * 2 oz. cachaça * Ice * A tumbler * A muddler Step 1: Wash and cut lime Wash the lime and slice it into wedges. Step 2: Muddle the sug ...more

One of the greatest joys during the summer is enjoying all of the delicious fruits that become available, like the peach. There's nothing like them. Particularly if you can pick them up fresh at the farmer's market or even go to an orchard and pick them yourself. You know, fre ...more

Rava idlis are a super fast alternative to the traditional rice/daal idlis. Since there is no soaking, grinding or fermenting involved, you can enjoy these idlis at any time without the pre-planning. Watch this how to video and try this simple and delicious Indian rave idli re ...more

In this video you will learn how to count the calories for this tasty and healthy treat, as well as how to slice a variety of fruit for your salad. You will also get easy to follow step-by-step instructions on how to prepare a gelatin mixture for this fruit salad recipe. Part ...more

Enjoy some eggplant at your next barbecue. If there's any left over, blend it with a little lemon, garlic, and salt and you've got a tasty baba ghanoush. Watch this video to learn how to make grilled eggplant. Step 1. Clean the grill Clean the grill. For a charcoal grill, li ...more

Learn how to make a festive figgy pudding. Now, you can bring them some figgy pudding! Using a boxed cake mix makes this recipe super simple. Step 1. Soak raisins in brandy Put one-third of a cup of raisins in some brandy and let them soak. Step 2. Boil the figs Place a 12 ...more

Eat wonderful peaches all year long. Freezing fruit is easy and a great ways to preserve and retain nutrients. Freeze your peaches now and thaw them when you are ready to make a peach pie or smoothies. This is the perfect way to make the most out of your fruit. In a few simpl ...more

This is an innovative soup. You won't regret trying out this delicious recipe. Juicy cantaloupe and green grapes get a touch of tang with sherry vinegar. Robert Sisca, Executive Chef at Bistro du Midi shows you his delicious melon soup with crab and fennel. Once puréed, you h ...more

Change things up and for your next dessert or for an after school snack, try serving banana pudding. Banana pudding is easy and combines the creamy fun of pudding with the fruity flavor of bananas. It’s a clever way to sneak in an extra serving of fruit. This delicious recipe ...more

Dry apples for that perfect project by following these steps. Apple aren’t just for eating. You can use sliced dried apples to add a little interest to your next craft project. Making the dried apple slices is half the fun and a great way to spend a lazy afternoon. You Will Ne ...more

Kids will get a kick out of this fun and sweet treat. Make these candy sushi ahead of time as a surprise or better yet get the kids to help to create their own colorful snacks. These bite size treats will add a twist to any afternoon snack. Add playful flair to your next part ...more