Stay confident in the kitchen with food safety tips, easy recipes, and meal planning ideas. I share what you need to cook smart, safe, and stress-free.
It seems like everything you can purchase at your local supermarket has some sort of expiration date, including your favorite herbal teas. But does herbal tea expire? As a general rule, herbal teas do not expire, but instead, simply lose flavor the longer it goes beyond the best-by date. Exposure to moisture can cause mold … Read more
While there are many ways to keep food fresh and flavorful, smoking meat and chicken is undoubtedly a great method. This cooking method adds a fantastic smokey flavor to the meat, but does it extend the shelf life? And if so, how long does smoked chicken last? As a general rule, smoked chicken will last … Read more
Anyone who has made popcorn has inevitably cooked it too long once or twice. Then you know all too well about the lingering nature of the burnt popcorn smell. So if this sounds familiar, here’s how to get rid of burnt popcorn smell in a kitchen. The fastest way to eliminate burnt popcorn smells from … Read more
If you are wondering how to make delicious pulled pork, you probably have many questions. Overcook it, and it will be dry and flavorless. But undercooked, it will be hard to shred. So what is the best internal temperature for pulled pork? The best internal temperature for pulled pork is 190 to 195 degrees Fahrenheit. … Read more
I almost always have a bottle of opened wine in the house. Occasionally they sit for too long and taste sour, but I’ve wondered can you cook with old opened wine? As a general rule, it is OK to use opened wine to cook with for up to 2 months after opening. But it is … Read more
Meatballs in a slow-cooker are one of those favorite foods at large family gatherings; easy, low maintenance, and delicious. If you’re making them ahead of time, you may be wondering can I leave meatballs in a Crock-Pot overnight? As a general rule, meatballs can be left in a Crock-Pot overnight on the warm setting if … Read more
If you are a fan of Starbucks, you may have heard of the Strawberry Acai Refresher. This delicious and refreshing drink is popular, particularly on a hot day. If you haven’t tried this beverage, what is strawberry acai? Strawberry Acai refers to a smoothie available at Starbucks. It is a combination of two superfoods (strawberries … Read more
A smoked tri tip is the perfect main dish for your next backyard barbecue. This cut of beef is incredibly inexpensive, but it’s amazing when it’s cooked to perfection. But what is the best tri tip rub for smoking? The best tri tip rub for smoking is a blend of salt, black pepper, and garlic … Read more
When it comes to comfort food, only a select few dishes can compare to the classic pot roast. Chuck roast is a perfect cut of meat for this dish, as it’s inexpensive and becomes incredibly tender when cooked slowly. So here’s how long to cook a 2lb. chuck roast in the oven. As a general … Read more
Turkey is a staple in many family gatherings all year and during the holidays. But some people like to smoke their own turkey while others buy pre-smoked turkeys. And either way, you often have to re-heat them too. So here’s how long to cook a smoked turkey. Cook a turkey in a smoker for about … Read more