NOM U: 8 How-To Basics

NOM U: 8 How-To Basics

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Attention students! Class is now in session.

Here at Tablespoon’s Nom University, we’ll focus on mastering a few key culinary basics while also learning what it takes to be the most amazeballz host or hostess ever. So take notes, pay attention, and I promise that once you test out of these simple How To’s, you’ll be ahead of the class!

Everyday Basics

1. How to Grill a Great Rib-Eye

how to grill a ribeye

Grilling the perfect steak is more than throwing a slab of meat on the ol’ Weber. Just remember this easy formula:  if C= quality Charcoal, and F= a proper Fire, then C + F = yum!

2. How to Make a Pie Crust

You wouldn’t cheat on a test (RIGHT?), so why cheat at something as simple as making a pie crust? Here’s a simple tutorial (with video!!) to help you become a pie crust expert.

3. How to Grill a Whole Chicken

how to grill a chicken

All of history’s greatest intellectual minds were known for thinking outside the box. So when it comes to chicken try something different. Put away the roasting pan and toss that baby on the grill!

4. How to Make Chicken Stock in a Slow Cooker

how to make chicken stock

Chicken stock is such a versatile ingredient and always good to have on hand. But why buy the canned stuff when you can make your own? Extra credit for using everyone’s favorite time-saving kitchen appliance — the slow cooker.

The Hostess Knows

1. How to Host a Wine and Cheese Party

how to host a wine and cheese party

Ready to graduate from the kegger to a classy wine and cheese party? Unsure of how to throw one? Follow these party tips and your friends and neighbors will surely be impressed. (Don’t worry, we won’t tell them you still have the beer pong table in the basement.)

2. How to Make Ahead Appetizers

how to make ahead appetizers

Just like studying before a big exam, it’s all about the prep work you do before a party, and these tasty appetizers are great for preparing before your next get together.

3. How to Make Punch

how to make punch

Score high marks with these fun and creative ways to make party worthy punch!

4. How to Make Buttercream Frosting

how to make buttercream frosting

A well-rounded lesson plan should always teach the classics, like this recipe for sweet, rich buttercream frosting!


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tbspsusan said:

@auntyemnh: LOVE it! :)


1/22/2013 7:56 AM
tbspsusan said:

@Anon: LOL! But no worries — we have plenty that your boys and friends will love. Check out our Dude Food recipe collection: http://www.tablespoon.com/recipe-collections/hearty-entrees/


1/22/2013 7:37 AM
auntyemnh said:

I use the 4 food groups;

Canned

Boxed

Bagged

Frozen


1/21/2013 6:13 PM
Anonymous said:

i am sorry! maybe we have no class, this would never do! my boys and friend would be looking at me like i was nuts!! they want heafty stuff! poor boys and wings and dips and beer mabe meatballs and italian sausage. this would never do!


1/21/2013 3:44 PM
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