The 'How to Cook' Blog

How To Brew Perfect Iced Tea You’ve planned the perfect Sunday brunch and invited all your friends. Everything tastes wonderful except the iced tea. It looks pretty in the glass, but for all the flavor it has you could have saved yourself the trouble and served your guests water. The solution? Learn how to brew the perfect pitcher, and start with a high-quality tea. Forget about those tea bags you  [ Read More ]

Happy Cinco de Mayo, firstly! You have found the BEST Cinco de Mayo recipe out there this year, hands down… These are probably my favorite cookies ever. They give you a spicy cinnamon flavor that rivals the best hot cinnamon hearts with the crunch of a cookie. They are easy to make, have exciting ingredients in them, they are ridiculously tasty, they are a great conversation piece, and are a  [ Read More ]

So, I was making Chipotle, Smoked Paprika & Pistachio Crusted Pork Tenderloin and was in much need of a great side dish to go alongside it…Do it justice, so to speak. I decided to make a “special” rice with the most expensive spice in the world…Saffron. The reason saffron is so expensive is that only one flower produces 2 threads of what we call “saffron”…and it’s labor intensive. They have  [ Read More ]

We are on an adventure today on April’s “Cooking Adventures with Kimberly“ for Tonka Live Magazine. I am venturing out into the patchy Winter/Spring weather here…super cold & wet, but we’re going to BBQ on the grill! We are beasts!!! So, we are going to get that smokey, charred flavor from the grill on some chicken & veggies with some amazing flavor to boot! Not only that, we are using  [ Read More ]

Potatoes are one of the most versatile vegetables, and that’s why it’s featured on so many tables each night for dinner. One of the easiest way to prepare them is to make homemade fries. Now, steak fries just refers to the cut of the fries…they are not wedges, but they are mostly flat, long and of a good size. This is a much healthier version of fries, as these are  [ Read More ]

I seem to bake a lot of banana bread in our house. It’s tasty, it’s easy, it’s easy to switch up with different flavors, perfect for a snack, dessert or a breakfast item. I get a ton of requests for different banana breads through my Neighbourhood Chef menu, and this is one of them… Enjoy this bread with seasonal berries, or use frozen berries, if desired or necessary. Type: Bread  [ Read More ]

Looking for a new way to cook plain, boring fish? Well, here’s a bright new way to spruce up your mid-week repertoire and infuse some flavor into your life! Type: Sandwich Recipe Serve With: French fries or another great side. Prep Time: 8 mins Cook Time: 10 – 15 mins, depending on thickness of patties Yield: 2 burgers The ingredients & instructions are listed below the video for measurements &  [ Read More ]

I’m going to show you how to create your own, quick, tasty flavored mayonnaise, initially inspired because I made fish burgers. This Spicy Cilantro Lime Mayonnaise will be sure to please as a sandwich spread, and not just for fish (it was belligerent on steak subs too), as well as a chip dip, or a marinade…anything you would use your “regular” mayonnaise for. Type: Condiment Recipe Prep Time: 5 mins  [ Read More ]

Is it cold outside? Is your household a bit “under the weather”? Do you hear sniffles around the home? Then, a good, homemade chicken or turkey broth are in order. A broth is easy to make with basic ingredients and a bit of time on your hands. What you will end up with is something hearty, healthy, and comforting for everyone in your family, soothing their throats and helping them  [ Read More ]

This stellar recipe is from the February 2013 Edition of “Cooking Adventures with Kimberly” for Tonka Live Magazine. Need something quick to grab in the morning on the way out the door to have some great fun out on the lake in winter? (You know, or something similar to that…LOL) Are you just snooping around your kitchen for a snack? Well, this is a killer recipe that will get you  [ Read More ]

Pork tenderloin it is for dinner, but how to kick it up to levels unknown? Here ya go…Here’s my recipe for How to Cook Chipotle, Smoked Paprika & Pistachio Crusted Pork Tenderloin. (Say that 10 times super fast…) This is dish is beyond delicious, was inexpensive to create, provided you’re set up with the spices, and it was quick. The dinner took me about 30 minutes to prepare from start to  [ Read More ]

Today, I wanted to create a new iced tea flavor we haven’t had in a while. I love Rose Water, and if you’ve never tried it, and like the smell of roses, you may just like the flavor too. Rose Water does a marvelous job flavoring desserts, as well as beauty products alike. A fabulous pink coloration can color other foods, as well as impart an aroma that’s out of  [ Read More ]

If you don’t know how to make an omelet, it is one of the most versatile breakfast recipes there is because you can vary the ingredients so much! Today, I’m showing you all How to Cook a Mushroom, Green Pepper, Ham & Cheese Omelet. Shout out goes to my girls from Alpha Beta Pie – This show is an episode of “Cooking Like Alpha Beta Pie with Kimberly Edwards”. This  [ Read More ]

This recipe for Apricot Honey Ham is really easy, really tasty and really inexpensive to create. Whether you are a starving college student, you’re looking for a new way to serve ham over the Holidays, or need a fast weeknight dinner, this is a great recipe to hold on to. Type: Main Dish Serve With: tasty side dishes Prep Time: 5 min Cook Time: 8-10 minutes per pound The ingredients  [ Read More ]

Well, the past few weeks have been hectic, to say the least. I am finding myself with less and less time to make breakfast and organize in the morning, not to mention that winter can knock it out of you, physically speaking. So, I am planning ahead and baking muffins that are quick to heat up with butter, and easy to pack or grab on the run. Perfect for helping  [ Read More ]

 A flavor explosion is what you’ll get when you cook this soup at home in less than 20 minutes… …That’s right! 20 minutes…full of flavor and not a long list of ingredients. The video is an episode of “Qualifirst Cooking with Kimberly“. Be sure to Subscribe today! Today, I’m using these amazing Royal Command Fire Roasted Piquillo Peppers that bring this soup to a level of yumminess you won’t soon  [ Read More ]

Ah…Chicken Quarters… They are often such a great price at the store, much less money than for the drumsticks or thighs broken down already. …But what to do with them? They are big and clunky for kids. Many people just find them to be too “labor-some” on their plates to eat, or they “creep” them out – believe it…I’ve heard it before. So, here’s how to solve your dilemma! You  [ Read More ]

Trying to figure out a fabulous side dish for my Crusted Pork Tenderloin, and I remembered my amazing smoked paprika powder! This Thai scented rice was rocked by this spice, along with some gorgeous mushrooms to be a perfect accompaniment for this special loin. I served peas alongside this last night, but you may do what it is you like when it comes to mixing and matching… …I just want  [ Read More ]

Arriving home late from working or whatever…and you’re HUNGRY…and so is everyone else in your household. I was very glad to have remembered that we took out a pork tenderloin to defrost for dinner tonight, and it was ready for me to cook, and relatively quickly. This Crusted Pork Loin Recipe is one you’ll love to recreate over and over again, hopefully experimenting with different spices and the like.  In  [ Read More ]

Looking for a hearty, flavorful soup for this cold winter weather? Try this fiery blend of smoked paprika, piquillo peppers, chilies & tomatoes with the accent of a balsamic-style vinegar to top it all off. The video is an episode of “Qualifirst Cooking with Kimberly“. Be sure to Subscribe today! In this recipe, I am using some special ingredients that are kicking this soup to another level entirely. Firstly, the  [ Read More ]