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How to Brine a Chicken

Posted October 23rd, 2009 By Carmelia Cooking

Roast chicken is a popular feature in many households’ dinner tables. However, the problem of the chicken drying out and becoming less palatable has been solved by a simple process: Brining. Brining a chicken will help retain its succulent meat and improve its [...]

How to Treat a Swollen Joint

Posted October 18th, 2009 By Carmelia Health

Swollen joints are usually caused by a number of things,  ranging from inconsequential to life-threatening. They can also be caused by joint injury and a small amount of internal bleeding. When that happens, the skin and the tissue surrounding the area can be [...]

How to Clean a Sponge

Posted October 11th, 2009 By Elaine Cleaning

A kitchen sponge is very useful, whether for wiping stains and spills, cleaning dirty dishes or wiping the table. Over time, though, it can become infected with different spores, yeast and germs, which can be transferred to your food and other utensils. The [...]

How to Cook Lobster Tail

Posted September 23rd, 2009 By Elaine Cleaning, Cooking

Do you know that lobsters were once a food eaten by people that belong to a lower class, and not by aristocrats? Eventually, this delicious delicacy found its way into the palates and tummies of affluent people, making it into the delectable and [...]

How to Use a Meat Thermometer

Posted September 15th, 2009 By Elaine Cooking

Cooking a delicious meat for dinner is easy, but there are times when it ends up undercooked. This can result in an unpleasant tasting meal, not to mention food-borne illnesses. To solve this problem you should use an efficient meat thermometer. This will [...]

How to Microwave Rice

Posted September 7th, 2009 By Marck Cooking

Rice is the staple food of millions of people all over the world.  For Americans, though, rice is not as popular as starchy foods like bread and potatoes, and rice has been relegated to the exoticism of New World and Oriental cuisine.  If [...]

How to Cook Sweet Potatoes in a Microwave

Posted September 7th, 2009 By Elaine Cooking

Sweet potatoes are yummy, starchy root vegetables that go well with numerous food items, as well as in savory desserts and dishes. It’s just as yummy as a regular potato, and can be cooked just as easily. Many people like to boil, fry [...]

How to Squeeze Fresh Orange Juice

Posted August 31st, 2009 By Elaine Cooking

There are days when water isn’t enough to quench your thirst, and you’ll find yourself reaching for a refreshing bottle of soda. Why settle for that when you can get a healthy and delicious, glass of orange juice? Grab several oranges and follow [...]

How to Dye Silk

Posted August 25th, 2009 By Elaine Crafts

Silk is a lovely fabric, but it will become lovelier if you know how to dye it. Dyeing will give your silk nicer and more vibrant colors of your choice. There are two ways to do this, depending on how big is your [...]

How to Sterilize Baby Bottles

Posted August 23rd, 2009 By aileen Cleaning

Babies get sick easily. When caring for a baby, you have to make sure that all his things are free of germs. Washing his bottles with soap and water may not be enough. Luckily, there are ways to ensure that your baby’s bottles [...]