Basic Cooking
November 22, 2011 by MyKitchenToys
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There are those who know nothing in the kitchen. It can be quite daunting to hear that there are those of us who love to eat, but can’t manage to whip up a meal in their own homes. This is sad, but entirely true. There are those of us who fear the kitchen not only [...]
Moving Out
October 24, 2011 by MyKitchenToys
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After accepting a job in New York, it was finally high time for me to move out of the house and transfer to the city. It was a dream come true for me, and my parents could not be any prouder. I am finally on my way to getting a head start for my career, [...]
Elegant and High-Quality Cookware
September 7, 2011 by MyKitchenToys
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My daughter will be married in a few weeks and I am very excited for her. She has been engaged for a year and her boyfriend has been with her for more than five years. Unlike other parents, I am not afraid to give out my daughter because I am sure that it’s for her [...]
Soup for Everybody
September 6, 2011 by MyKitchenToys
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A stockpot is a type of cookware that is used on the stove top to make large quantities of soup stock. This soup pot has a tight fitting lid and a heavy, thick bottom to prevent the ingredients from burning. It features sturdy handles that are screwed or riveted to each side that are used [...]
Preparing Food for Travel
July 27, 2011 by MyKitchenToys
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When you are invited to a potluck party you immediately think of what you will want to bring. It is the duty of the host to coordinate the dishes that are assigned to the members. This will ensure that the menu is well balanced even if it comes from different sources. It is a good [...]
Wedding Gift for Someone Special
August 12, 2010 by MyKitchenToys
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My best friend is getting married next month. Ever since we were little girls, we have loved helping our mothers polish silver on weekends. We used to talk about having our own set of nice flatware when we are grown up and married. So I’ve chosen to give her a 49-piece Sterlingcraft stainless steel flatware [...]
Basic Waterless Cooking Tips
August 4, 2010 by MyKitchenToys
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Waterless cooking seems like an easy process. Anybody can do it with nonstick stainless steel cookware. However, it will do well to be reminded of basic waterless cooking tips. Rinsing food in cold water and then draining is important for two reasons: it removes harmful chemicals and allows enough water to cling to the food [...]
The Number One Choice in Cookware
July 30, 2010 by MyKitchenToys
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I will make a guess that majority of homemakers use stainless steel cookware for their everyday cooking. That won’t be surprising at all considering the many benefits of this material in the kitchen. It is one of the most hygienic surfaces for the preparation of food. It will not crack or harbor microbes and bacteria. [...]
The Perfect Gift
July 13, 2010 by MyKitchenToys
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When I think of the best times in my life, I look back to our weekly family luncheon on Sundays. There we were treated to good food first by my grandma then by my mom and company from my extended family. As the family grew, the tradition follows. Soon I was in on the act. [...]
