The 'How to Cook' Blog

Ever wonder how to make that tasty red sauce that comes with your chilled shrimp cocktail? Here’s the simple, traditional recipe just for you to enjoy with your fabulous seafood dish! Type: Sauce Recipe Serve With: Boiled, chilled shrimp, crab, lobster Prep Time: 5 min Yield: 1 cup Ingredients: 3/4 cup tomato ketchup 1/4 cup If you would like to buy me some new and unique ingredients, or just help  [ Read More ]

One of the most frustrating things to me in the kitchen is when you feel like it’s cluttered or you can’t seem to find anything you need in the cupboards and drawers. Organization is the key. The right tools can make all the difference. Pots and pans, by design, are difficult to store because they’re odd shapes, you often have different brands and those pesky  handles are just about enough  [ Read More ]

Want to try something a little different with your chilled seafood besides the traditional cocktail sauce? Well, this is a delicious choice that’s healthy too! Type: Sauce Recipe Serve With: Boiled, chilled shrimp, crab, lobster or as a dressing on seafood salad Prep Time: 8 min Yield: 3 cups Ingredients: 1.5 cups tofu 1.5 cups coconut milk juice of 1 lime 2 tbsp If you would like to buy me  [ Read More ]

Made a gorgeous and tasty drink yesterday that was the perfect flavor and sweetness for a birthday celebration. I hope you try it, you’ll love it! Type: Beverage Recipe Serve With: Cocoa on top Prep Time: 8 minutes Yield: ~ 10 cups Ingredients: 1 can coconut milk 2 bananas 4 cups If you would like to buy me some new and unique ingredients, or just help me supply my pantry so  [ Read More ]