Knife Skills
Mastering a few simple techniques will make you nifty with a knife. For certain foods, like onions and garlic, or for serious undertakings like boning chickens, a few tricks of the trade will make your blade-work quick and efficient. For in-depth ... [... more]
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Very Vrrrrrrsatile
The whir of the blender, mixing up a frozen drink, signals the start of summertime as surely as short sleeves and sunny weather. Blenders differ from juicers in that blenders mix up the pulpy parts as well as the juice, creating a more fiber ... [... more]
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Buying in Bulk
Get tips on how to make the most of your grocery money by buying in bulk. It doesn't take a math wizard to know single-serve packages are pricey. But heeding the ins and outs of bulk buying is important if you want to net the most savings. Big ... [... more]
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Kitchen Design
What do you want from your kitchen? Before you tackle a major remodel, you'll want to ask yourself some basic questions about your lifestyle. Your perfect space could be a kitchen/family room combination where kids play or do homework while you ... [... more]
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How to Choose Kitchen Appliances
Want to have a satisfying relationship with your kitchen appliances? Here's what to look for in your most important kitchen workhorses. Additional considerations include finishes, warranty, delivery fees, and of course, price. But if you choose ... [... more]
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How to Choose Cookware
Go to any well-stocked kitchen store and it's easy to become overwhelmed by all your cookware choices. Which pots and pans are essential, and how can you tell? Most pots and pans look similar, but there are certain qualities to check for as you ... [... more]
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How to Choose Kitchen Surfaces
If your kitchen is the hub of your home life, you're going to need some serious surfaces that can stand up to all the action. If your kitchen is the hub of your home life, you're going to want some serious surfaces that can stand up to all the ... [... more]
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Kitchen Color Trends
Reds, pinks and oranges are considered "warm" colors; blues, greens and purples are "cool." Warm colors make a room feel smaller and cozier, while cool colors tend to make a room feel larger and more tranquil. Paler shades on the [... more]
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It takes dedication
Dedicate a set of dinnerware, cooking pans, knives, and other equipment to reside permanently in your RV or boat. It will be one less list to worry about, and will ensure you do not prepare dinner after a long voyage only to find you left the ... [... more]
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Using Space Wisely
The galley in a boat is a tiny part of an already tiny space. You may not even be able to stand up all of the way if your galley is really small. A miniature kitchen is cute until you try to fit everything (including yourself) inside. Bring only ... [... more]
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Hitting the Road
Condiments and seasonings are, not surprisingly, the spice of life--they will help add variety to your meals. As with the equipment, versatility is helpful. If all you have is canned chili, then chili is what's for dinner. Canned beans, however, ... [... more]
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Kitchen Lighting Improvements
Improving kitchen lighting doesn't simply mean adding more lighting; it also means adding flexible lighting. Many designers divide kitchen lighting into three categories: general lighting (for overall illumination), task lighting (for detailed ... [... more]
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