Sarena Nelson

How to

Use a Grill Microwave

Grill microwaves are fairly new appliances, so it's no wonder you're looking for help to use yours. Some details, like specific settings and capabilities, will vary by brand, but the general process for cooking your favo...

How to

Finely Chop Dates

Dates are a flowering plant that are often dried and are great for snacking or for use in a number of different recipes. Dates have a pit in the center, so you’ll want to remove it before you start chopping. Chop dates...

How to

Cream Butter

Creaming butter is the process of mixing butter and sugar together to create a soft and creamy state for use in baking. It's a common skill in baking that ensures even distribution of the butter through the cake mixture....

How to

Make Dumplings with Self Rising Flour

If you don't think you have time to make homemade dumplings, use a shortcut. Mix a quick dough using self-rising flour, fat, and liquid. For small, thin dumplings, roll the dough and cut it into squares. To make fluffy d...

How to

Make Carrot Oil

Carrot oil has become a popular ingredient in expensive lotions, skin creams, and shampoos. To create your own natural beauty products at home, start by making a batch of carrot oil. You can either warm grated carrots wi...

How to Melt Butter with or without a Microwave

Melt butter perfectly and prevent splatteringSo you want to melt some butter quickly and easily. You’ve come to the right place! We’ve compiled a complete guide on melting butter, whether you want to use the stove or...

How to

Make Sunny Side up Eggs

Sunny side up eggs are fried on only one side, with the yolks intact, golden, and runny.. 14 December 2023. They're a delicious breakfast food that pairs great with a piece of bread for dipping in the yolk! You can easil...

How to

Twist a Pretzel

Pretzels are a delicious snack that many people love, especially when dipped in mustard and other condiments. One thing that sets the pretzel apart from other snacks is its distinctive twisted shape. Twisting a pretzel i...

How to

Dry Ginger

Ginger is a root that is used in natural medicines, recipes, and spice blends. It can be used to flavor a dish, settle an upset stomach, or even be brewed into a tea. Dried ginger is easy to store and keep to use in your...

How to

Cook Ginger Root

If you have ginger root lying around your kitchen, there are many ways to use it up. Since ginger works well with a variety of flavors, you can include it in main dishes such as soups, stir fries, or roasts. The ginger f...

Easy & Delicious Toaster Oven Bacon

Cooking bacon on the stovetop can be messy, and microwave bacon always tastes a little...sad. That's where toaster oven bacon comes in. Bacon turns out super crispy and delicious when you cook it in the toaster oven, and...

How to

Prepare Saffron

When it comes to spices, saffron is definitely one of the most exotic. Not only does it add a rich orange color to dishes such as paella and risotto, it has a pungent, slightly bitter metallic taste that adds a complexit...

How to

Make a Hot Dog

If the idea of commercially-made hot dogs makes you squeamish, create your own hot dogs using high-quality beef chuck. Use a food processor and grinder to combine the meat with onion, garlic, paprika, and spices. Then so...

How to

Make Waffles

Fable says that the waffle was born when an armored knight sat down on pancake batter and created the familiar grid-shaped breakfast confection. Luckily, we now have waffle makers to do the job. With the right tools and ...

How to

Eat a Hot Dog

Hot dogs make a great meal for one, but they're also good for parties and barbecues because they can be easily customized. For starters, there are different types of meat you can choose, including pork, beef, and even ve...