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How to Cook Couscous in a Rice Cooker

Last Updated on May 8, 2022 by

Cooking couscous may seem like a very simple task, but you will know that it is much harder than it looks if you have tried to make it previously. The instructions on the back of a packet of couscous sound simple and only consist of a few basic steps and take no longer than 10 […]

How to Cook a Hot Pocket in a Toaster Oven

Last Updated on May 10, 2022 by

If you are looking for a quick and easy meal, Hot Pockets are the fast food of choice. You can eat Hot Pockets for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a snack in between, and they are readily available in most supermarkets and convenience stores across the country. Cooking Hot Pockets in a toaster oven is […]

How to Cook Beans in a Rice Cooker

Last Updated on May 10, 2022 by

Rice cookers can be used for far more than just cooking rice. They are useful kitchen tools for cooking couscous, beans, rice, and more, but in order to get your side component spot on, you need to follow the right instructions. I want to share my secret to getting perfectly cooked beans in a rice […]

How Often Do You Water Herbs

Last Updated on May 8, 2022 by

As a rule of thumb, you should water most herbs only about once every week. If you live in a very dry climate, then you may consider bumping this up to twice per week or even more.  Herbs are potent and crisp, but they don’t stay that way if you get their watering routine wrong. […]

Tapatío Recipe

Last Updated on May 15, 2022 by

Tapatío is an extremely popular hot sauce in the United States, in particular amongst Mexican Americans. It is a sauce with medium heat, and it is made out of red peppers, vinegar, garlic, and a number of spices. This sauce is extremely popular because of its rich pepper flavor and a hint of acidity.  People […]

How to Make Pancakes in a Rice Cooker

Last Updated on May 8, 2022 by

Pancakes have got to be one of the most versatile treats in the whole world. You can eat them for breakfast, for afternoon tea, or even a late-night snack. I don’t think I even know anyone who doesn’t like pancakes. Actually, I don’t like pancakes. I LOVE pancakes! They are my all-time favorite food. I […]

How to Cook Quinoa in Aroma Rice Cooker

Last Updated on May 11, 2022 by

Let’s talk about Quinoa. How do you pronounce this strange word? Say ‘keenwah’, and you’ve got it just right. Quinoa is considered to be a superfood these days. It is fast becoming a very popular food choice among the health-conscious and among fitness fanatics. While quinoa may be super healthy, there is no denying that […]

Can You Cook Oatmeal in a Rice Cooker?

Last Updated on September 22, 2021 by

On a cold winter’s morning, there is absolutely no breakfast that can beat a bowl of steaming hot, creamy oatmeal. But, on a cold winter’s morning, who wants to get up at the crack of dawn to stand over the stove and cook that wonderful oatmeal for breakfast? Not me! If you have a rice […]

Can You Cook Lentils in a Rice Cooker?

Last Updated on May 15, 2022 by

When I first bought my rice cooker, it was with the sole intention of using it to cook rice. After all, it is called a rice cooker, right? But it did not take me too long before I discovered that it is actually so much more than just a rice cooker. I started asking myself […]

How to Cook Salmon in a Toaster Oven

Last Updated on May 10, 2022 by

Salmon has become an extremely popular dish in recent years. People are becoming much more health-conscious, and aware of the importance of following a healthy diet. Salmon is a readily available fish that is filled with so many healthy nutrients. I was so excited to learn how to cook salmon in a toaster oven because […]