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Grades of Lamb: There are different grades of lamb which you should look out for when choosing yours. The grades range between prime, choice, good, utility, and cull. If you opt for prime cuts, you won’t be disappointed! Covered vs. Uncovered: Many roasted meat recipes call for you to cover your dish while it roasts. There’s no need for that in this roasting recipe. If you’re working with a shoulder, you’ll be roasting it for much longer and so in that case, you should cover it....

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Pork chops are a family favorite dinner recipe. You’ll need only a handful of simple ingredients to make this delicious dinner. These chops are made in a skillet along with green beans and are coated in a garlic butter sauce. What cut of pork chops should I buy? This recipe will work with both boneless center cut chops and bone-in center cut chops. The bone will ensure more even cooking, but boneless will also be delicious....

Red curry is really simple to make! You start with a red curry paste, which you can find at any local grocery store. From there, mix it with some vegetables and spices and a can of coconut milk to make a creamy (and naturally vegan) dish. You will simmer it for a while and then add in shrimp and serve it over brown rice with some extra herbs on top....

Looking for the perfect coconut cake that doesn’t skimp on coconut flavor? Look no further. This is the absolute perfect coconut cake. It uses a combination of coconut milk, coconut extract, and coconut flakes to give you as much coconut flavor as possible. Can this recipe make coconut cupcakes? Yes it can! This recipe will make about 24 cupcakes. They will need to be baked at 350 degrees for approximately 15 to 18 minutes....

There is probably no smell on earth that is more inviting, comforting and symbolic of home than homemade bread. It is like a magnet for family and friends. Many of us have a recipe we’ve tried or one that has been passed down through family and friends. But making bread is also a science. There is a lot that goes into it and there are a lot of possible variations....

Guacamole is a Mexican food favorite that is simple to make at home. Whether you are using a traditional molcajete to make your guacamole or not, you can still get that same authentic flavor with just a few simple steps. Roasting the tomato, garlic, and pepper are important steps to take in order to get a truly authentic style guacamole. We recommend roasting in a heavy skillet, or you can roast over an open flame like a grill or gas stove top....

This Thanksgiving turkey rocks. Seriously. People are always fawning over it and wonder what the secret is. The answer? It’s not really a big deal. It all starts with an injection and then just making sure to keep checking the temperature so it doesn’t overcook. Also, baste like crazy. Overcooking a turkey dries it out and an injection brings in both moisture and flavor. You can buy an injector at most major big box stores (Walmart, Kmart, Target)....

Baking Dish Options: While we believe that a cast-iron skillet is a must-have kitchen item, some chefs don’t have one at home. Not to worry – you can definitely prepare our easy taco dip without one. Cook up the onion, poblano pepper, and spices as directed in a regular frying pan. Then, stir in your refried beans, sour cream, lime juice, and cheeses and place into an ungreased baking dish of your choice:...

A Note On Oats: The best oats for our simple granola recipe are old-fashioned rolled oats. If you have quick oats on hand, they’re an okay substitute. The texture won’t be exactly the same, but if you’ve got them at home, feel free to use them. If you are gluten free, make sure to use gluten-free oats. While oats themselves are gluten free, they are at very high risk of contamination....

Spaghetti Carbonara is one of those classic pasta dishes that is straight up comfort food. Plus, bacon. Right? For some reason I have lots of friends who are a little freaked out by the thought of putting raw eggs into the pasta. While the eggs definitely get cooked by the heat of the pasta in traditional carbonara, they still get a little worried. Then there are the friends and family with egg allergies!...

Fried rice is one of those tasty little dishes full of flavor and full of vegetables. It could totally be healthy if it weren’t for all the oil and white rice! So we packed it full of veggies and turned this greasy Chinese restaurant classic into a healthy version that retains all the flavor. Honestly, you may not even realize it is good for you! Cooking lesson: Soy Sauce. It tastes salty from a high sodium content....

What makes a Hawaiian Sweet Roll? It’s all about the pineapple. Crushed pineapple is added to the dough for both the added sweetness and flavor. It’s important that you use crushed pineapple in this recipe. Measure your crushed pineapple without draining off any of the juices. I actually just take my measuring cup and dip it directly into the opened can of crushed pineapple. Making your own rolls is a lot easier than you might think....

How to Make an Over Easy Egg Step 3 – Let cook until whites are completely set on top. The yolk should ooze when broken. Step 2 – Crack the egg into the pan. Let cook until the bottom of the egg is white, the top still being uncooked. Step 3 – Gently flip the egg over and continue to cook until the whites are completely set. For an over easy egg, the yolk should ooze out once broken....

We love party food like Jalapeño Popper Dip. You can easily make it ahead of time, which is a must for us. Entertaining typically means spending all day in the kitchen, and a recipe like this means we can focus on the more time intensive recipes. Friends and family always rave over this one, and we’re sure you will too! You should really just double the recipe the first time you make it, otherwise you might eat the whole pan by yourself!...

Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed is always best, but if necessary you can always use store-bought bottled lemon juice. Can I use frozen chicken breasts? Unfortunately, you really do need to use a thawed chicken breast in this recipe. We like to put our frozen chicken in the fridge the night before, and it is ready to go by dinner time! Can I add veggies to Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast? So long as you have room in your air fryer basket, you totally can....

Miso Soup is a traditional Japanese soup that is made from a special stock called Dashi that is mixed with miso paste. Additions are made to the soup based on regional and personal taste preferences. In this recipe we are adding in noodles, mushrooms, and spinach to take it a complete, light meal in and of itself. This recipe uses products from the HemisFares line of products available at your local Kroger store....

What is Mexican hot sauce? There are many Mexican hot sauces to choose from, but the most common you’ll find in your local grocery store would be Tapatío or Cholula. Mixed Nuts in Party Chex Mix: We know that mixed nuts are not for everyone because of potential allergies. Feel free to use your favorite type of nut (or no nuts at all!) instead of the mixed nuts. Cereal Varieties: We prefer to use a combination of rice, wheat, and Corn Chex....

Can you cook asparagus on the grill? Yes! Asparagus is perfect for grilling. The only thing you need to watch out for is making sure the asparagus spears don’t fall through the grates. Make sure you grill your asparagus perpendicular to the grates or use a grill basket. Can you grill asparagus in foil? Yes! You can lay a piece of aluminum foil onto the grill grates to prevent the asparagus from falling through and cook directly on the foil....

It really would be much easier to just pick up a can of soup from the store, but store bought soup does not compare to this made from scratch flavor. Honestly though, you’d be surprised at how easy soup recipes are to make. Sure, chopping your veggies can take some time, but that’s about all the skill this recipe requires. If you can dice and stir, you are good to go!...