Elevate your grilling game by adding a smoky hickory flavor to your barbecue. Before you start grilling, soak a handful of hickory chips in water for about an hour. Then, sprinkle them onto your barbecue coals. Infuse your meats and veggies with a rich, smoky flavor.
Forget the old wives' tale of throwing pasta against the wall to see if it's cooked. Not only does this make your kitchen walls difficult to clean, but it's also not the most reliable method to test pasta's doneness. There's a better way to make sure your pasta is perfectly cooked.