Cooking 101

The links on this page contain fast, easy recipes, cooking tips and how to introduce your children to cooking with Kid-Friendly recipes.

Recipes

Cooking Light

Low Carb

On the Grill

Baking Tips

Cooking with kids

Holiday Favorites

 

 

The Importance of Learn to Cook

There is no doubt about it food is one of the greatest pleasures of life. With good food being a part of living the good life it makes sense to learn to be a good cook.  Likewise it's very important to allow your kids to help around the kitchen.  They are like sponges and watch and learn very quickly.  This is a life skill that will serve them well over the years.  Enjoy easy ice cream recipes  or make Jack o'lantern cookies with them this fall.

Learning to cook is tools, measuring and timing

We offer tips on cooking corn on the cob and some great pot luck recipes.  Anyone can look like a professional cook with my mother's no fail pie crust and my very easy dinner rolls. It's not hard to learn to cook all you have to do is have a set of dry measuring cups (usually plastic or metal) and a wet measuring cup (usually glass with a spout) and measuring spoons, which come in a set usually on a ring. Now you find a good beginner recipe and just follow the directions.  The most important thing is measuring your ingredients correctly, using the right ingredients and either staying right there while the food cooks or setting a timer if you are putting the food in the oven. Never walk away if you are cooking something on the stovetop as this is how many house fires have started. Ok pick a recipe and get started. Good Luck, I know you can do it.