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Pierogi Recipe: Sauerkraut Filling

October 9, 2009 by Beginner Cook Books · Leave a Comment 

Pierogi is one of the first things that come to mind when you talk about Polish cuisine. The reason pierogi is such a popular dish is because they can be prepared several different ways. The pierogi is a dumpling that can be stuffed with any filling of your choice . Here is a recipe for pierogi stuffed with sauerkraut. Dough: 2 cups of flour ¾ cup of warm water 1 egg 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil ½ teaspoon of salt Filling: 1 14.5 OZ can of sauerkraut 3 slices of bacon ¼ cup

Skills you need to develop to improve your cooking

September 3, 2009 by Beginner Cook Books · Leave a Comment 

If you think cooking involves opening the refrigerator and putting the frozen diner inside the microwave, you are wrong. It involves far more than you think and if you want to improve your cooking, you will take this to heart. It requires a lot of preparation , testing, cutting and tasting. And in some cases, even the washing after you are done with making the perfect dish. In short, cooking is not easy. Ask any chef or you mom; or better yet why not try yourself? You will soon find out th

Barbecue Ranch Chicken Salad

August 24, 2009 by Beginner Cook Books · Leave a Comment 

When I think about summer foods, two words come to mind– grilling and salads. Typically grilled meats and salads make a great combination and so they’re often served side-by-side. The following recipe combines barbecued chicken and mixed greens into one dish to create a delectable taste. The juicy grilled barbecue chicken matches perfectly when it’s tossed in a bed of mixed salad greens covered with a creamy Kraft Ranch Dressing . This light but filling salad is great during any time of day,

Cooking With Herbs And Spices

August 18, 2009 by Beginner Cook Books · Leave a Comment 

Cooking with herbs and spices is as Martha says, “It’s A Good Thing!” You can easily change the flavor of plain meat and potatoes into a completely new dish by simply changing the herbs, spices and seasonings used in the recipe. Here are a few tips on how to best use herbs and spices when cooking and preparing meals. Substituting Dried Herbs for Fresh Herbs Dried herbs have a stronger more concentrated flavor than fresh leaf herbs, you will need to adjust your measurements when adding d

How To Be A Better Cook

August 9, 2009 by Beginner Cook Books · Leave a Comment 

How To Be A Better Cook by Walter DreimannA couple of great cooking tips can sometimes be all that stands in the way of a good cook becoming a great cook. Cooking suggestions help you side step the many problems in cooking and make dish preparation easier. Short on knowledge? Lacking in patience? You can still give the illusion of being a skilled chef in no time after a few tiny suggestions.Buying fresh food is the number one way you can make sure that your meal will taste great. It’s i

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