Want to build a fire extinguisher using things you can find around the house? Science shows you how to properly apply technology to kitchen safety! Your main supplies for this project are a mayonnaise jar, some vinegar and baking soda.
Ingredients 4 pounds Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and quartered 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1 teaspoon white vinegar 2-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 6 ounces onions, peeled, ends cut flat 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, cut into ...more
Pop a raw egg like a balloon without cracking the shell. All you need to do is soak the egg in vinegar.
A gastrique is a classic French sauce made with a reduction of fruit and vinegar. This black currant and balsamic gastrique goes well with any meat.
When it comes to household versatility, baking soda is king. Here are just some of the many cleaning uses for baking soda. Cleaning tips: You Will Need: * Baking soda * Water * A sponge * A vacuum * Salt * White vinegar * Laundry detergent * A cotton swab * A toothbrush * A b ...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
Sweet and sour sauce makes everything taste better. You can add this tangy dip to fish, chicken, meat and even tofu for an Asian flair. In this tutorial, Betty will show you how to use simple household spices to whip up your own easy batch. Enjoy! You Will Need: *1/3 cup rice ...more
Are you interested in allergen-free recipes? Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make soy milk waffles without the typical allergens (eggs, nuts and milk). To make these waffles, you will need: soy milk, white vinegar, flour, sugar, vanilla extract, water, egg replacer p ...more
Make a fabulous honey mustard sauce or dip with this video tutorial. Put one third of a cup of mayo into a bowl. Add yellow mustard and Dijon mustard into the bowl. Next add a little hot sauce. After adding the hot sauce you will add honey and one table spoon of rice vinegar. ...more
Ingredients 1/3 cup loosely packed parsley leaves 2 1-ounce pieces peeled onion 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 large carrot, peeled 1 medium head green cabbage, about 2 pounds Instructions Using a meta ...more
Alexa from SustainablePantry demonstrates how to make homemade cheese in under 5 minutes. Pour 1/2 gallon of whole organic pasteurized milk in the pot. Heat it to a rolling boil over medium heat. Add plain distilled white vinegar. Stir frequently until you see the milk splitti ...more
This meal is simple enough for every day and special enough for guests. Follow along and learn how to make a teriyaki pork tenderloin. This cooking how-to video is part of a Healthy Appetite with Ellie Krieger show hosted by Ellie Krieger. Cooking healthy food can be quick, ea ...more
Forget the takeout food tonight, watch this how to video and learn how to cook a delicious Korean cod fish recipe. Make a cook "Jeon," a traditional Korean food breaded with flour and eggs. There are many kinds of Jeon, but this one is made with cod fish. Ingredients for brea ...more
Ribs are great on the grill, but skip out on the same ol' pork ribs this year, and add a little Cuban flavor to them for a surprisingly wonderful taste the whole family will be astonished by. These ribs, which are a merger of Cuban and American Country cuisines, are wonderful. ...more
The pastrami sandwich meets the buffalo chicken wing in this tasty party snack. Pastrami gets much of its delicious flavor from the spicy pepper and coriander rub that's applied before the meat is smoked and cooked. We use smoked paprika to add that effect to the spice rub. No ...more
This video will show you how to make a Bok Choy Stir Fry. For this recipe, you will need: olive oil, a pan, scallions, ginger, a wooden spoon, chicken breasts, bok choy, salt, black pepper, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Preheat a pan. Add 2 T. olive oil, 1 cup chopped scallions ...more
In this tutorial, learn how to wash your fruit and vegetables with a DIY mixture you can make in your kitchen. Wash your fruit and vegetables with this environmentally friendly and economical mixture. You Will Need: • Fruits and vegetables • 1 c. distilled white vinegar • 1 t ...more
Wilted lettuce is usually what you call something that is ready to be thrown away, but in this case it is the name of a delicious salad! In this tutorial, Betty will show you how to create a traditional recipe for Wilted Lettuce Salad. This salad is easy and delicious and can ...more
This video describes how to make a cheap and effective furniture polish from scratch. To start, you should find some sort of dispenser to put the polish in. The video suggests an oil and vinegar dispenser because it works effectively with the furniture polish. Put a funnel in ...more
In this video from panlasangpinoy we learn how to make Filipino pork adobo which is spiced red pepper pork. The ingredients are pork belly, garlic, bay leaves, vinegar, soy sauce, and peppercorn. First you marinate the pork in soy sauce and garlic. Marinating it overnight work ...more
You've never had mayonnaise like this before. Watch this video to learn how to make homemade mayonnaise from scratch. The secret ingredient is a few drops of hot sauce, to add a nice, fresh spicy kick to your sandwiches or potato salad. Yields: Approximately One Cup Ingredie ...more
Sy West demonstrates making homemade cheese. She starts with one gallon of milk, one cup of white vinegar, the juice from one lemon half, salt and pepper and garlic salt. Sy recommends adding other spices at the end for a different taste. Heat the milk in a large sauce pan slo ...more
In this clip, learn how to make a very authentic Japanese recipe - octopus scallion karashi sumisoae. This dish is full of veggies, fish, tofu and spices and tastes incredible. Don't be afraid of it's long winded name, the recipe itself is actually quite easy. You Will Need: ...more
Kung Pao Chicken is a delicious spicy dish that is quick and easy to make. Just follow these simple instructions in this Asian cooking how to video. The ingredients you need to make Kung Pao chicken are: chicken breasts, garlic salt, sugar, cornstarch, green onions, chili pepp ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make sodium acetate. First, pour a bottle of vinegar into a large pot on a stove. Next, add in baking soda slowly until it is completely dissolved into the vinegar. Stop adding the baking soda once the mixture doesn't bubble anymore. Now, turn ...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
This video demonstrates different ways of cleaning your microwave oven. Cleaning your oven is a very simple and easy task.1.Mix equal parts of baking soda and water. This acts a very mild creamy abrasive and the baking soda helps in deodorizing the oven. Dip a paper towel/rag ...more
This creamy sauce goes best with a pan-seared rainbow trout, but you could also find other uses for this elegant seafood sauce, it doesn't have to stop at trout. This video recipe will show you just how to make the versatile sauce with rendered bacon and shallots, deglazed wit ...more
Fried cod and potatoes complement each other perfectly in this hearty dish. Serve with malt vinegar or tartar sauce. You will need russet potatoes, cod, oil, beer, flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, a large pot or wok for frying, a theromoeter, and ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make dill pickles out of cucumbers with James. First, take your cucumbers and wash and scrub them. Cut them in the dill pickle shape and cut the ends off. Next, put 3/4 cup sugar and 1/2 cup canning salt into a sauce pan over the stove. Turn o ...more
This video demonstrates how to clean a wood burning stove. Cleaning the wood burning stove is a rather uneasy and untidy task. But this video has good advice and simple to follow steps to simplify the task, in a clean way. Following are a couple of interesting pieces of advice ...more
In this tutorial, Chef David Ritter shows us how to make a kosher béarnaise sauce. You will need: white wine vinegar, white wine, dried tarragon, fresh tarragon, shallots (minced). First, place some peppercorn, the shallots, tarragon, white wine vinegar and white wine into a s ...more
You've had sweet and sour chicken now try sweet and sour wings. Watch this how to video tutorial and let Chef Kai show you how to make them. This chicken wing dish is very easy. You just need to deep-fry, steam or boil chicken wings and add sweet'n sour sauce. Ingredients for ...more
One of Thailand's most popular dishes is Pad Thai (or Phat Tai), which, in this case, is stir-fried rice noodles with eggs, chicken, shrimp and tons of other goodies. This is one of the most flavorful and versatile of all Thai dishes, not to mention easy to make. Arnond Srees ...more
Watch this video tutorial to learn how to clean a toaster. The secret to good toast is keeping your toaster clean, and it only takes a few minutes of your time. You Will Need * A soft, clean brush * A sponge * Mild soap or dishwashing solution * A soft, clean cloth * Vinegar ...more
Here's how to make this Middle Eastern delicacy. You Will Need: *A handful of sultanas *1 large onion *2 tsp Mandaean spice mix (cinnamon, clove, black pepper, ginger, sweet paprika, cardamom and nutmeg) *1 tsp turmeric *2 tsp salt *1 whole duck *2 tsp salt *2 tsp citric acid ...more
Save hand-washing house guests the horror of having to stare at a line of dirt and dead skin ringing the bathtub. You will need: rubber gloves clean, dry cloths abrasive bathroom cleaner or baking soda a scrub brush with plastic bristles a spray bottle a bottle of white vineg ...more
Our host today showed us how to prepare a delicious meal called angel noodle salad. Her recipe calls for 2 Cups Seaweed Jelly Noodles, 1/8 Carrot, 1/4 Onion, 1/3 Cucumber, 5 to 6 Tbsp Mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp Vinegar, 2 Tbsp Sugar, 1/4 tsp Salt which will yield about a quart of sala ...more
A tomato and basil salad sounds like a simple delight, right? It is, and the only thing that can make it even better is a mousse with a delicious blend of mascarpone and bleu cheese. Eric Brennan, Executive Chef at Post 390, created a tower of garden-fresh tomatoes with layers ...more
Supplies 2 parts water 1 part clear rubbing alcohol 1 part white vinegar 1 spray bottle Funnel Acquire a spray bottle. Empty spray bottles can usually be found in your local drug store or supermarket Combine liquids in spray bottle. Place funnel in neck of spray bottle. M ...more
To make Badhal Gobi: Put 1 tablespoon of oil in a hot pan and add some cumin seeds. Add some finely chopped onions and fry until transparent. Add a pinch of salt and some ginger garlic paste. Mix well so the raw flavor of the paste will change to sweet. Add a pinch of turmeric ...more
Some of the most effective cleaning products can also be some of the most dangerous. Take bleach, for example. It definitely gets rid of dirt and grime, but it can cause all sorts of health problems—a DIY alternative is much safer. People are starting to pay a lot more attent ...more
This video will show you how to make a traditional Filipino pork dish called binagoongan, or pork with shrimp paste. Just jump in and get started. Put the water to a boil. Add the meat when the water is boiling. Add 5 tbsp of vinegar then put in the dried bay leaves and whole ...more
This Japanese sushi dish has fish and fruit, all complemented by a red wine and vinegar sauce. Yummy. Make ceviche with ponzu sauce. Click through to watch this video on wholefoodsmarket.com
This is a easy recipe for vegan portobello burgers that serve 4. It has a 20 min prep time and a 20 min cook time. Sometimes you feel like something other than soy. This twist on the usual proves itself to be tasty and filling. 4 portobello mushroom caps 1/4 cup balsamic vin ...more
Why buy chemically made or synthetic air fresheners that only mask smell or can be unhealthy? Watch this video and learn how to make safe and effective air fresheners at home using baking soda, vinegar and whatever scents you choose like cloves, cinnamon or lemon. Make your ow ...more
To prepare the sauce for this dish you will need tamarind juice or white vinegar, fish sauce, coconut palm sugar or (granulated white sugar and corn syrup). For the Pad Thai you will need vegetable oil, red onions, garlic cloves, extra firm tou fuu, chopped preserved turnips, ...more
Summertime is grilling time! Watch this how to video to learn how to make delicious grilled buffalo wings with blue cheese dipping sauce. Perfect for your summer backyard BBQ! Grilled buffalo wings with bleu cheese dipping sauce ingredients: 3/4 cup sour cream 1 cup blue chee ...more
Red snapper is a meaty and moderately oily fish that pairs beautifully with a dijon mustard sauce. Watch this this how to video to learn how to make this red snapper recipe. Recipe ingredients: 4 Red Snapper Steaks 3 tbsp olive oil 1 small shallot, minced 1/2 cup cider vinega ...more
This sun dried tomato pesto-stuffed pork roast is ready for the oven in ten minutes. Follow along and learn how to make this pork recipe. This cooking how-to video is part of Quick Fix Meals with Robin Miller show hosted by Robin Miller. Busy people everywhere face the same di ...more
This succulent dish has all the things I love in a recipe; an easy piece of meat to work with, a super simple sauce that tastes like something that took hours, and the classic flavor combination of hot/tangy with sweet/fruity. Ingredients needed are pork tenderloin, garlic clo ...more
We've all tried writing with lemon juice (a.k.a. invisible ink). It's a mess. And the main draw back is definitely efficiency. Spy work requires extensive (and sometimes wordy) communication. Enter: the printer mod. We were super impressed when our friend Loup sent us this v ...more
Watch this video to learn how easy it is to clean your bathroom with natural eco-friendly ingredients. Use baking soda, vinegar and lemon to leave your bathroom squeaky clean.
If you're faucet is making noise, it might be time to repair it. Does it make the noise when you turn it on and off? The answer could be as simple as flushing the lines. Lowe's provides this video on flushing the lines of your Delta bathroom faucet to silence the noise. You'll ...more
Make greasy, limp locks come to life with everyday ingredients. You Will Need * Witch hazel * Mouthwash * Cotton pads * Mild shampoo * 1/2 tsp. aloe vera gel * 1 tbsp. lemon juice * 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar * Distilled water * A blow dryer * Baby powder * 1 shot vodka (optio ...more
Beets are good source of folacin, vitamin C, and potassium. They also taste super delicious when you roast them in the oven. This video tutorial demonstrates a simple way to roast beets in your oven and shows a tasty vinaigrette serving method. An ECO-Friendly way to roast be ...more
Put the cut lamb pieces into a large size roasting pan. Season it with salt and crushed peppers. Add chopped celery, carrots, and onion. Put in one cinnamon stick. Add some crushed or chopped garlic. Pour in a little vinegar to mask the cooking odor. Add a little white wine, b ...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
Learn how to remove pet stains and odors quickly and easily so you no longer have to worry about occasional accidents. These are the items you are going to need: some clean old towels, paper towels, clean water, white vinegar, spray bottle, a brush, detergent and a cleaner tha ...more
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