Rice is a staple in many households, providing daily nourishment and sustenance for millions of people. But you may need to learn that rice has many applications beyond being a dietary staple.  Rice is a critical ingredient in many products found in our daily lives, from cosmetics to paper products.  Join me as we uncover the fascinating world of products made from rice and explore the innovative ways this grain is being used to create…

French fries are a great side dish or treat to have once in a while, and you can easily make them at home with several different cooking methods. If you get it right, they’ll get crispy and golden on the outside and soft on the inside. It does take a little practice, but it’s relatively easy to get it right. How Long to Fry Frozen French Fries Start by heating the oil to 350°F before…

Light brown and crispy on the outside and cooked and soft on the inside while being strong enough to hold its shape without being soggy or oily, this is the perfect fried potato. Unfortunately, there are several steps you should take to ensure you get the perfect fried potato, and many people ignore it. Doing so results in soggy, oily, or even sour potatoes. Why Soak Potatoes in Water Before Frying Before frying your potatoes,…

It’s so frustrating when you’ve found a fantastic recipe, and you’re cooking dinner, and it says you need two cups of rice, but you don’t know how much dry rice it is. What if you don’t want a few cups of cooked rice left when you finish cooking and eating? This is why figuring out how dry rice converts to cooked rice quantities. How Much Dry Rice Does ¼ Cup Make? When you look at…

When it comes to hosting a small backyard barbecue, there is nothing like eating a flame-kissed, mouthwatering burger on a warm toasted bun with all of the traditional toppings to satisfy your cravings. You can be the star of your party by learning how to perfectly cook hamburgers to all different doneness levels. How Long to Grill Burgers at 400? Lightly season your burger patties on both sides with pepper, salt, or your choice of…

Whatever dishes you make using ground beef, you can also make with ground turkey. Just like ground beef, the leaner the meat is you cook with, the better the health benefits are. However, you have to be more careful to avoid a tasteless and dry meal when you use ground turkey breast because it’s 99% lean. How Long Does it Take to Cook Ground Turkey? Your ground turkey will take between 14 and 16 minutes…