Year: 2013

How to Clarify Butter

How to Clarify Butter

Well, first you might ask, “Why do you clarify butter?” Butter consists of water, milk fat and milk solids. When you cook with butter at high temperatures, the solids will burn and ruin whatever your cooking. To avoid this, some people will mix butter with […]

Medium Rare Plus Steak Temperature

Medium Rare Plus Steak Temperature

My husband and I went to Capital Grille for Buckhead Restaurant Week (in Atlanta) with some friends. I had always ordered steak medium while hoping it would be cooked a little less than true medium. My perfect steak temperature is somewhere between medium rare and […]

Worst things to put in your garbage disposal

Did you know that the two absolute WORST things you can put down your garbage disposal are 1) coffee grounds and 2) egg shells? Take the time to walk over to the trash can to dump these out. Otherwise, be prepared to buy a new […]

Broiled Salmon with Basil Pesto, Tomato and Feta

Broiled Salmon with Basil Pesto, Tomato and Feta

Want a great, fresh recipe that takes less than 15 minutes to make! This Broiled Salmon with Basil Pesto, Tomato and Feta is a super easy recipe that is ready in just a few minutes. Level of Difficulty: Easy Time Required: Prep Time – 10 min; […]

McNack’s Challenge

McNack’s Challenge

We decided it would be fun to do a weekly challenge for our subscribers and Facebook Friends. Our goal is to have more feedback from you so we, in turn, can help you be the cook and entertainer you strive to become. This weekend’s challenge: […]