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What are some tips for peeling hard-boiled eggs?

Hit the egg against the counter, and roll it on the counter to let the shell break around the egg. This is a standard way of peeling an egg. Another option is to put the egg in a glass, add a little water and start shaking the glass. The shell begins to crack as the egg is shaken in the glass. Putting a little vinegar in the glass with the water can also help peel the egg faster and easier.

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What makes mustard yellow?

The section of the turmeric plant used to dye mustard yellow is its rootstock, also knows as the rhizome. After being prepared, the rhizome is ground to a powder, which is then mixed with mustard sweet powder, water, vinegar and salt to make yellow mustard. Turmeric was first used as a food ingredient in the 12th and 13th centuries.

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How do you make caramelized pearl onions?

Combine all of the ingredients in a nonstick skillet, cover with a lid and cook over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes. When most of the liquid is evaporated and the onions are tender, remove the skillet lid. Stir frequently and cook until the onions turn dark brown. Browning may take up to 10 minutes. Spoon into the serving dish and garnish with thyme sprigs, if desired.

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What kinds of recipes are available on the Silver Palate website?

To make apricot mustard chicken wings, mix 1 cup of Silver Palate apricot mustard sauce, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Take 12 chicken wings and cut them into two parts, discarding the wing tips. Add the chicken wings to the sauce, cover and refrigerate. Allow the chicken to marinate for a minimum of two hours or overnight.\nApricot mustard chicken wings can be baked in the oven or prepared on the grill. To bake the chicken wings, preheat an oven to 400 F, remove the chicken from the marinade and place on a b..

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What are unpopped popcorn kernels called?

Old maid and spinster are both derogatory terms for women, "beyond marriageable age," or who have never married. The term came to refer to popcorn kernels because, like an old maid who has never had children, the kernels did not pop.\nUnpopped kernels lack enough moisture to pop during the cooking process. These kernels can be saved and placed in a quart jar. When the jar is 3/4 full, add a tablespoon of water and seal the jar with an airtight lid. Shake the jar every few minutes until the kernels have absorbed the water and then store in a cool area. After approximately 3 days, the kernels ca..

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What are some good recipes using chicken?

To make Rachael Ray's Dijon tarragon chicken, bring two cans of chicken broth to a boil, and add four chicken breasts. Cook for about 12 minutes, remove the chicken, and save the broth in a large cup or bowl. Put a pan on heat, and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. When it melts, add 2 tablespoons of flour, whisk and cook for two minutes. Pour the broth into the pan and mix it with the flour, and then stir in 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of fresh tarragon, salt and pepper. Put the chicken back into the pan and coat with the sauce. Simmer for about three minutes and serve with ..

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What are a few good electric pressure cooker recipes?

To make Chicken with Herb Dumplings using the Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker, lightly coat skinless chicken thighs with a mixture of flour, salt and ground black pepper. Heat butter until bubbly in the electric pressure cooker's cooking pot, set to browning mode, then add the chicken to brown on each side. Remove to a plate and select the saute mode to cook onions, celery and thyme. Then stir in carrots, chicken stock, white wine and return the chicken to the pot. Top with fresh parsley and a bay leaf, then set to cook covered on high pressure for 10 minutes. When the chicken is cooke..

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How do you cook eye of round steaks?

While eye of round steak is an economical cut of beef, it can also be tough and dry, so the Angus Beef website recommends braising it. To do this, preheat a thin layer of oil in a heavy-bottomed stock pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the steak with salt and pepper, or any desired seasonings.\nWhen the oil is heated so it shimmers, place the steak in the pot using tongs. Sear the meat on all sides, including the ends. Remove the steak from the pot, and set aside. Add cut celery, carrots and onions to the pot, letting them caramelize. Add a few tablespoons of tomato paste; cook tw..

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What condiments work best with pastrami on rye sandwiches?

A simple recipe by Emeril Lagasse involves cooking pastrami slices with beer and mustard before adding them to rye bread along with grilled onions. A more complex recipe by Jeff Mauro calls for a homemade Russian dressing that includes mayonnaise, chili sauce, sour cream, horseradish and lemon juice. Find both of these recipes on FoodNetwork.com\nThe onion marmalade recipe on the MyRecipes website contains red onions, red wine, red wine vinegar, sugar and other seasonings. The mustard aioli recipe on the Leite's Culinaria blog consists of egg yolk, mustard, lemon juice, garlic and oil.

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What are some easy recipes for grilled turkey breast?

Mix 1 tablespoon minced garlic and 2 teaspoons dry mustard with 1 tablespoon each chopped fresh rosemary, sage and thyme. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add 2 tablespoons each of olive oil and lemon juice.\nPlace a turkey breast on the rack in a grill pan, and loosen the skin. Spread half the paste under the skin and the remaining paste on top of the skin. Pour 1 cup of white wine into the bottom of the pan. Roast at 325 F for 105 to 120 minutes. The turkey breasts can also be cooked on a grill.\nAnother option is marinating the turkey breast. To make the marinade, combine 1 tablespoon each of..

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