On a cold winter’s morning, nothing beats a bowl of steaming hot oats for breakfast. It fills you up and fuels your body so well that it can keep you going for hours and hours. But who has the time to stand over the stove, first thing in the morning, cooking oats for breakfast? There […]
How Long to Cook Frozen Fish Sticks in Air Fryer?
“Mom, I’m hungry! What is there to eat?” How many times have you heard this plaintive wail, and wondered what you can give the kids to eat that is not junk food, but doesn’t take ages to prepare? Fish sticks are my go-to default answer to that question. I always have a box of frozen […]
Can You Reheat Pizza in an Air Fryer?
Pizza is undoubtedly one of the most popular foods of modern times. I don’t think I know anyone who does not enjoy pizza in some form or another. With all that stretchy cheese, on a crispy base, slathered in tomato sauce, and filled with delicious toppings! Just thinking of it makes my mouth water. The […]
Can You Make Toast in an Air Fryer?
Toast is one of those old-fashioned comfort foods, a trusted standby that we all resort to from time to time, especially when the kids are hungry and need a quick snack. It is often also the regular default food on the breakfast table when you run out of ideas for nutritious and interesting morning meals. […]
Can You Cook Frozen Pierogies in an Air Fryer?
Pierogies are a wonderful dish that originated in Poland. Frozen pierogies are readily available in the freezer section of almost every supermarket, and are a great standby to have in your freezer at home. If you love pierogies as much as we do, you’ll probably be thrilled to know that you can cook frozen pierogies […]
How to Make The Perfect Oatmeal in a Rice Cooker
Oatmeal, or porridge, is one of those foods that divide opinion. There are people that love it. They eat it regularly, even daily, or have it as a special treat from time to time. They know how good it is for you. And how tasty it is, especially when cooked properly. And there are others, […]
How to Cook the Perfect Lentils in a Rice Cooker
Lentils in a rice cooker? Hmm? Isn’t a rice cooker called a rice cooker because it…cooks… rice? Well, it does of course, but here’s the great thing about rice cookers – it’s not the only thing you can cook in it. After all, saucepans aren’t just for the sauce. And waffle makers aren’t just for […]
How to Cook Black Rice in a Rice Cooker
Blueberries. Why am I starting an article about how to cook black rice in a rice cooker with the word ‘blueberries’? Anthocyanin, that’s why. Er, antho-what? Anthocyanin is a powerful antioxidant and it’s what makes blueberries blue, and black rice black. It also gives color in raspberries, aubergine/eggplant, dark grapes, acai, red onions, red kidney […]
How Long to Cook Frozen Burritos in Air Fryer
You know how simple questions don’t always have simple answers. You’d think “How long to cook frozen burritos in an air fryer” would be one that doesn’t fall into that category. I mean how complicated can it be? Well… the simple answer is… it depends. And that’s not really an answer, is it? It just […]
Can You Use an Air Fryer for Food Dehydration?
Air fryers, appliances that use a minimum amount of oil to fry food, are becoming must-have additions to every kitchen. Their popularity is mainly down to the fact that they are a much healthier option than traditional methods of frying. And we all know how much more we are looking after ourselves and paying attention […]