Tips for Okra and Garlic Okra

Tips:Look for smooth, unblemished pods. Green okra should be bright green with a bit of fresh, even dewy fuzz on its surface. Purple or red okra should similarly look fresh. The brighter and greener the ends are, the fresher the okra is. Avoid pods with significant...

Watermelon Cooler

Ingredients:8 cups (1/2-inch) watermelon cubes1 1/2 cups ginger ale1/3 cup water1 (6-oz.) can frozen limeade concentrateDirections:1.  Place watermelon cubes in a single layer in an extra-large zip-top plastic freezer bag, and freeze 8 hours. Let stand at room...

Tips for Grilling Chicken

Close the top: If your grill has a cover, always cook your chicken with the cover down. It will make your grill more oven-like, and your food will cook more evenly. Also, because the cover cuts off some of the oxygen, you’ll have fewer flare-ups.Be patient: Resist the...

Tips for Buying and Storing Blueberries

Choosing BlueberriesEven perfectly ripe blueberries don’t have much of a scent, so use your eyes first.First- Look for dark blue blueberries that have a slight white-silvery bloom on them. Avoid purplish or greenish berries and pint containers that include them since...