How To Cook Pasta

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It's Pasta Time! Pasta is a staple in many homes.  It is affordable, tasty and you can eat with pretty much nothing added or mix it right into a larger meal!  You can do so much with, even make pasta necklaces!  Ok we maybe off track with that one.  However cooking pasta is something people maybe doing wrong.  Now most will tell you it isn't that hard to cook pasta.  You boil water and dump the pasta in.  However pasta can be under or over cooked.  We are here to give some great pointers and tips on how to cook your pasta to perfection!  We think you will enjoy this post and if you have anything to share please do so below!

Before we start with the tips from the video we do have one big one!  Pasta doesn't take that long to cook.  You will see this as you read our post.  So do not cook it to early.  You will either let it sit to long in the water or it will cool down to fast after.  Chef says to start your pasta toward the end.  Boiling water doesn't take that long either so don't panic!  Unless the pasta is used in the dish you can leave it till the end!

Tips:
Tip 1: Use Cold Water
Tip 2: Salt as the water starts to boil Tip 3: Put some olive oil in after the pasta is added Tip 4: Bring the pasta to a boil. Once it reaches a boiling point turn the burner off and let cook for 7 minutes Tip 5: Drain your pasta and place the strainer in the pot as you dress the pasta.


Here is the Pasta we made.

We do hope you enjoyed our tips and be sure to check out our video!  Chef feels people need to boil their pasta way longer than they should.  He feels the best tip is 4!  Once you pour your pasta in the water bring it back up to a boil.  Then shut the heat off and let sit for 7 minutes.  This will really cook mostly any pasta to perfection.  Some thicker styles may need more time, some thinner ones a touch less.  Keeping the heat off while cooking will not allow the pasta to over cook.
Please check our the video to see more!

Thank you again for checking out our site and channel!  We do hope you learned a few fun things and enjoyed it!  Have a great day everyone and keep cooking!

Remember,

Cooking should be FUN, have FUN doing it!

The Cooking Corner

~Blog Team

Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

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So Brussels Sprouts get a bad name. We feel people are afraid of them because they were cooked incorrectly or just had a bad experience.  However if cooked in certain ways they can taste amazing.  Usually grilling or in the oven can crisp them up nicely!  These came out great and kid approved because Chef's daughter had a few!  Please do check them out and see all the great info below!

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Minutes

Ingredients: 1/2 Pound Fresh Brussels Sprouts (Small Bag) 1 1/2 teaspoons Olive Oil 1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Juice Pinch of Salt, Pepper and Garlic Powder 1 Tablespoon Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Directions:
Wash and dry the Brussels Sprouts.
Make a small X in the bottom of them with a sharp knife.
Place the sprouts in a large bowl and drizzled the olive oil, lemon juice and sprinkle with the garlic powder.
Toss and place in the oven 400 Degrees for about 25 Minutes.
Take out and plate up.
Sprinkle Parm Cheese over top.
Serve up!
Here they are!

We do hope you liked this post and be sure to watch the video below, see how Chef puts them together and give them a try. They make a great and healthy side dish!

   We do hope you enjoyed this video and again don't be nervous or scared to try Brussels Sprouts.  The seasoning and crunch make these a great tasting and healthy side to serve up!  Thank you again.

Remember,

Cooking Should be FUN, have FUN doing it!

The Cooking Corner

~Blog Team

Chicken & Bow Ties

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Do we have a fun and easy dish for you!  This Chicken & Bow Ties dish has so much flavor and extremely simple to make!  It is also a one pot meal so you don't have to get the kitchen dirty!  We think you will enjoy all the colors and the flavors in this dish!  Check out all the ingredients below as well as our video!  Plus this is a 30 Minute Meal, very fast and easy!

Prep Time: 5 Minutes

Cook Time: 25 Minutes

Total Time: 30 Minutes

Ingredients: 1 1/4 Cup Bow Tie Pasta 6 Ounces Chicken Tenderloin, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 2 Teaspoons Olive Oil 1 Cup Fresh Broccoli Florets 1 Table Spoon Minced Garlic 3/4 Cup Canned & Drained Diced Tomatoes 1/3 Cup Chicken Broth 2 Table Spoons White wine, or additional broth 1 Pinch Basil 1 Pinch Cayenne Pepper Pinch Parmesan Cheese for Garnish

Directions:

Cook Pasta. (For help see our how to vid. How to (Boil Pasta)

While the pasta is boiling in a large skillet cook the chicken in oil over medium heat. Make sure there is no more pink and the chicken is fully cooked through.

Add the broccoli and garlic cook until tender.

Stir in the tomatoes, broth, basil and cayenne.

Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 5-8 minutes. Stirring occasionally.

Drain the pasta and add to the chicken mixture.

Toss and coat.

Sprinkle with Cheese.

Here it is!

      We think you will really enjoy this dish because how healthy and full of flavor it is.  This dish didn't take long to make and had lots of color as well to it.  Check out the video below to see how we put this together!

     Thanks again everyone for stopping by and we do hope you checked out our video to see how we did this.  We really enjoyed this meal because it was quick, easy and tasted amazing!  Try it out, we think you will really enjoy it and make it part of your meal plans for the family!

Remember,

Cooking should be FUN, have FUN doing it!

The Cooking Corner

~Blog Team

French Onion Chicken Skillet

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Like French Onion Soup?  Like Chicken?  Try a mix of both!  This dish is simply amazing and if you don't have a Cast Iron skillet this is your read to get one!  A pretty simple dish to make and full of flavor.  See below for the ingredients and directions and try this out for sure!  This dinner is a bit more difficult to make but we know you can pull it off!  We here at the cooking corner try to give you all easy and more challenging meals.

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Minutes

Ingredients:
2 Medium Onions Sliced into rings
2 TableSpoons of Butter
1 Cup, 3 Tablespoons Beef Broth Divided
4 Boneless, Skinless thinly sliced chicken cutlets.
1 tablespoon oil.
Salt and Pepper to taste.
1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning.
2 Tablespoons Flour.
4 Slices Provolone Cheese.
4 Slices Swiss Cheese.
3/4 Cup Shredded Parm Cheese.
Fresh Parsley (Garnish)

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 Degrees F
Large Cast Iron Skillet, over med/high heat melt butter.
Add onions and 3 tablespoons beef broth.
Saute onions for 3-4 minutes.
Continue to cook for another 15 minutes and stir occasionally so they don't burn.
While onions are cooking, prepare chicken by drizzling with oil.  Then seasoning with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.
Transfer onions to a plate.
Once onions removed, cook the chicken for 2 minutes each side.  Do not clean out the pan after you remove the onions and put the chicken in.  (Keep drizzle in).
*Note Chicken may not be fully cooked but that is okay.  Note if you are using thicker chicken, cook them longer on each side.
Transfer chicken to a plate to keep warm and return onions back to skillet.
Sprinkle flour over onions and sir for a minute over high heat.
Add beef broth and continue to cook until mixture comes to a boil.
Return chicken to pan.
Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.
Top chicken with 1 slice of provolone, 1 slice of Swiss cheese, and 1/4 of the parm cheese.
Transfer skillet to preheated oven and cook for 10 minutes. Chicken should be cooked through and cheese will be melted.
Remove and spoon of the onions and gravy over top of the chicken.
Garnish and serve.

Here is it!

We do hope you try this dish out however it is more a bit more advanced so check our the video below!  Chef will show you how he put this together.  Cast Iron skillets are so helpful and this dish is perfect for them.  Check out or video below to see more!

    Thanks again for checking our site, blog and video out!  We do hope you try this meal it was so delicious.  It did taste like french onion soup with chicken, such a unique flavor.    Thanks again everyone!

Remember,

Cooking should be FUN, have FUN doing it!

The Cooking Corner

~ Blog Team