In the Kitchen: Equivalent Measurements
I thought we’d get In the Kitchen and show you a guide to equivalent measurements. It’s just one of several important tips and tricks we have for making cooking easier, more practical, frugal and perhaps even a bit more fun for everyone who wishes to be self-reliant, especially in the kitchen. This guide of equivalent [...]
Grilling Tips – Articles Revisited
I promised you grilling tips last week because I had a hankering for doing less grilling inside the garage, and more smoking and grilling outdoors. Whether it’s grilling or smoking, I enjoy cooking outdoors. Great smells and tastes in life are often from the grill. As it turns out, all of our articles on grilling [...]
Electric Smoker Update – Burned Sheets
I like to use an electric smoker for preparing meats. A while back I suggested that keeping a smoker covered can enhance its effectiveness by trapping heat, smoke and moisture. I also warned about a potential fire hazard. Now, I’m here to confirm that using this approach can be dangerous, as it resulted in toasted [...]
Electric Smoker Tips – Keep ‘em Covered
I really enjoy my electric smoker. It’s great for ribs, chops, steaks, fish, and even vegetables. The problem with most low temperature smokers is the smoke and heat escape quickly, and that means more time spent smoking and more electricity used. To increase the effectiveness of an electric unit, you might cover it up a [...]
Hot Water Now – Kelly Kettle/Volcano Stove
Good food, good drinks, and survival itself often depends on one’s ability to boil water quickly. For this, the best tool I’ve found is a device known as a Kelly kettle or volcano stove. Apparently developed by Irish fishermen, a Kelly kettle is very simple: a vented pot into which a canister fits. The canister [...]
Toaster Ovens – An Energy Efficient Way to Cook
Cooking can be a great experience. It can even be an excuse to gather the whole family together for a special meal. However, there can be a down side to cooking too much. That down side is that a lot of energy, money and time can be inadvertently wasted in the kitchen. The good news [...]
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