Pecan Pie

Who said Pecan Pie is only a Thanksgiving Day Pie? I think it should be for every Holiday, that’s how much I love it! Pecan Pie is defiantly my favorite pie over any of the other Holiday pies.

The 7 Biggest Mistakes You Make Cooking Mashed Potatoes

Everyone looks forward to the sides at Thanksgiving — they're the best part, after all. But no one's going to reach for seconds of the mashed potatoes if they're gluey or cold or tasteless. Start out with your favorite recipe (this is a great one!), avoid these common pitfalls, and your guests will be begging you to make mashed potatoes every year.

Is Coconut Oil Good for Frying on High Temperature Cooking?

Coconut oil is made from extracting the natural oils present in mature coconut meat. Commonly used in Latin America and Southeast Asia, coconut oil can be either refined or unrefined, and it can be used for everyday cooking, including frying. Different coconut oils tolerate high temperatures better, so if you are frying with coconut oil, choose refined coconut oil.

Creative and Yummy Food Displays

If your kids give you a tough time by not eating well, maybe it’s time to make their meals a fun. You might be a great cook, but children enjoy the things that are visually appealing. So, here are some pictures that will help you garnishing their quick snacks and make them eat heartily.

Which cheap ingredients are just as good as gourmet in your cooking?

Why pay over the adds to eat well? From Grana Padano to frozen raspberries, skirt steak to good cava, there are numerous ingredients you can use as cheaper alternatives to more expensive gourmet items.

Canola Oil Health Risks

Canola is one of the most widely consumed culinary oil in the world.It is extracted from a descendant of the rapeseed plant. True rapeseed oil is used only for industrial purposes because it contains substantial amounts of a fatty acid associated with heart damage called erucic acid. In the 1970s, Canadian growers created a hybrid whose oil contained less than 2 percent erucic acid, and the Canadian Oilseed Processors Association trademarked the name "canola." In 1985, the U.S. Food and Drug Administrations granted it GRAS -- generally recognized as safe -- status.

The 8 Biggest Mistakes You Make Cooking a Turkey

Cooking Thanksgiving dinner can be a serious challenge. While none of the classic recipes are complicated, getting them all on the table at the same time is tricky — and the meal's main star, the turkey, takes a lot planning. To get your best bird yet, avoid these pitfalls.