How to Cook Mincemeat for the Holidays
Not exactly sure what Mincemeat is? Not many people do, but it is a traditional dish made in those regions where the World was colonized British, in general. There are variations in Australia, Canada, USA, northern Europe, Ireland & South Africa. How to Cook Mincemeat: The recipe I’m sharing for my mincemeat is one which yields enough for 6 pies. Tip: If you’re going to go through all of this effort to make mincemeat,...
American Beer Day: How Is It Made?
American Beer Day is upon us, and we’re celebrating the World’s most ancient beverage. Having been brewed for over 6000 years, to our knowledge. It has been a very popular drink in past history, and in our present age, has been beset with many layers of modern advertising & marketing. Don’t let the intense television images & other media depicting it to be a rather glamorous drink, rather than the humble...
What the Heck is Mincemeat?: National Mincemeat Pie Day
Mincemeat Pie. Now, what is that really? Does it have meat in it? Well, yes & no. It’s not actually meat that is added, but suet – the fat cut from the meat – and added to the fruit that comprises mincemeat, with some lean beef. When sugar, raisins, currants, citron, orange peel, lemon peel, lemon juice, apple cider, cloves, sour cherries, cherry juice, coriander, nuts, cinnamon & mace are added, it is cooked...
How to Bake Apples: Apple Day
October 21st is Apple Day, and this Baked Apple recipe is just what the doctor ordered… Even though apples are available in all seasons, they are at their best during the Autumn. Eating apples at their peak, when the air cools & sugars are developed, is prime time. To keep apples at their best, they should be stored refrigerated, and in plastic bags or in a cold, dry place (33 – 40 degrees F). Ideally, wrap each apple...
2 Prune Recipes for Four Prunes Day
Four Prunes Day, it is, and below you’ll find a 2 great recipes made with prunes that you’ll love. Simple & delicious. Prune Facts: Prunes are freestone, purplish black plums, great for eating or cooking, and delicious dried for snacking. When dried, their sugar content is bumped up. This keeps them from molding or decaying. Storage is easy, and refrigeration is probably best, if you are keeping them for a prolonged...
Quick Pickling Facts & Guidelines: Pickled Peppers Week
Pickled Peppers Week starts today, marking the 3rd week in October, and we’re talkin’ about perfect pickling. This requires a few pickling guidelines you should follow, but first, some quick pickling facts. Quick Pickling Facts: Most dill pickles, sauerkraut, olives & pickled peppers get their special flavors from undergoing fermentation. Liquor or spirits (alcoholic beverages), as with vinegar, keep food edible by...
How to Make a ‘Turkey Triangle’ for Roasting in the Oven + Video
If you have never heard of a Turkey Triangle before, you’re in the right spot. If you have heard of one, and it sounded like the “Circle of Truth” for turkeys, keep reading… The “turkey triangle” comes into play when you’re roasting poultry. I suppose, it could be called the “poultry triangle,” since I use it for chicken & any other poultry that is in need of its protection. A...
Hilarious Food Pranks by Moussy Beer
If you need a laugh or just love pranks… …Sometimes nothing is more hilarious than simple food pranks. Small effects for big reactions. Watch as Moussy Beer sets up these harmless pranks out of a busy neighborhood eatery. Which one tickled your funny bone the most? Was it the magnetic plate that moved around the table when they went for a bite or tried to cut their meal into a tasty bite-sized piece? How about the magnetic...
How to Make Bread Crust Date Butter Tartlets
One of my very favorite desserts or treats, since I was a little girl, is butter tarts. Now, I don’t prefer them with nuts at all, and love them with raisins, but want to give you a great option, especially wonderful for Holiday Cooking. Something you may not know, or may take for granted, is that butter tarts are thought of as a typically Canadian dessert. You never know who is going to show up unexpectedly at your door during...
How to Make Ginger Lemon Iced Tea from Scratch + Video
As you may already know from following me here @ CookingWithKimberly.com, I love tea…I am a tea connoisseur of sorts. LOL When it starts becoming warm outside, I start craving iced tea…The same goodness of my favorite tea, PG Tips, but cold with amazing flavors! Now, here is my most basic, but so amazing all on it’s own, Southern-Style Sweet Brewed Iced Tea Recipe, if you want to start off slowly with the flavors....
How to Cook Scrambled Eggs a la Kimberly
I’m not a crazy fan of breakfast for the most part…So, when I endeavor to eat or make breaky, it has to be an awesome dish to spark my mind & taste buds in the morning. This recipe is adapted from one I saw Gordon Ramsay do in his own home for his wife’s brunch in bed. You don’t know what you’re missing, if you haven’t had this “grown-up”, gourmet version of scrambled eggs. Try it,...
How to Toast Coconut
Many recipes, especially Island or tropical recipes, and dessert recipes call for toasted coconut. You can’t buy toasted coconut…it’s something you must do at home, but it is a very simple process that only takes a few minutes, with quick & easy clean-up. Toasting your coconut really enhances the flavors and gives the coconut some lovely crunchy texture when you eat it. It’s well worth the small effort to...
How to Make Homemade Maple Whipped Cream
I typically make traditional flavor whipped cream, but today, I wanted it to be a bit fancier! Also, my father always used to put some of the whipped cream into his coffee during dessert and I never wanted to change the flavor. None of us drink coffee now, so I can play around with flavors a bit more! If you’ve never made your own whipped cream at home, you have no idea what you’re missing! You’ll never purchase...
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