Learn the correct, safe ways to thaw your frozen turkey.

It’s not safe to thaw a turkey at room temperature or to cook a still frozen turkey. In this video, you’ll learn three safe and easy ways to thaw or defrost a frozen turkey. First, see the slow thaw method, which is done in the refrigerator and requires three days for a 15-pound turkey. The medium thaw method involves thawing the turkey in cold water. See how to seal the bird watertight and learn a great trick for keeping the thawing turkey completely submerged. The key to this method is changing out the water like clockwork every 30 minutes. With this method, a 15-pound turkey thaws in seven to eight hours. And finally, see the fastest way to thaw your turkey: in the microwave. We’ll show you how to prepare it for microwaving and how to clean up your kitchen after you’ve put the bird in the oven.

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Get tips for accurately measuring all kinds of dry and liquid ingredients.

When it comes to baking, accuracy is everything. Getting your measurements just right will affect how your recipes turn out. In this video, you’ll learn how to accurately measure all kinds of dry and liquid ingredients so you can bake and cook with confidence and precision. You’ll learn the kind of measuring tools that every home cook should have, including spoons and liquid- and dry-measuring cups. You’ll learn great tricks for measuring both dry and wet ingredients. You’ll discover what to look for when buying measuring cups and discover the benefits of having two sets. You’ll see a great trick for measuring sticky, thick liquids like molasses, honey, or corn syrup, so that they’ll pour out easily. For dry ingredient measuring, you’ll learn the fast and effective “dip and sweep” method that’s perfect for measuring baking ingredients, plus get tips for measuring flour, powdered sugar, and brown sugar.

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Discover the surprisingly simple secret to juicy, flavorful turkey.

A moist roasted turkey is a marvel. In this video, you’ll learn how to brine a turkey, the surprisingly simple secret to getting juicy, flavorful, very moist roast turkey. We’ll show you to how to make saltwater brines that actually helps the turkey hold its juices. Brining a turkey couldn’t be easier. All you need is a large pot, water, and salt. Of course, you can also add extra ingredients like brown sugar, black pepper, or fresh herbs like rosemary, tarragon, and thyme, which will infuse even more flavor into the turkey. You’ll learn how long to store the soaking turkey in the fridge and get tips on rinsing and patting the bird nice and dry before roasting, grilling, or smoking your turkey. It’s simple!

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Learn how to choose and prepare salmon fillets.

Salmon is a rich, flavorful fish and one of the healthiest foods around. It’s a top source of heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids and a great protein source. Salmon is also very easy to cook. In this video, you’ll learn how to cook salmon in the oven. We’ll show you how to choose and prepare and season salmon fillets with rubbed herbs like dill, tarragon, basil, or Italian parsley. You’ll see why center cuts of salmon make the best, most tender fillets for cooking. We’ll tell you when to remove the fresh salmon from the refrigerator before cooking and show you how to check the fish for pin bones and how to remove them. We’ll show you how to bake salmon in the oven so you get a crisp, flavorful crust without overcooking the fish. It’s simple! You’ll learn at what temperature to bake salmon and, depending on the thickness of the salmon fillet steak, for how long. You’ll get tips for judging doneness and learn why it’s best to remove salmon from the oven while it’s still slightly underdone. You’ll also see a neat tip for pulling off the salmon skin with ease.

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This week’s update announces the winners of our Facebook competition and shows you what we got up to at the ‘Taste of London’ Festival in Regents Park.

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Student book – http://www.bookdepository.co.uk/SORTED-Ben-Ebbrell/9780955940811

Rookie Book – http://www.bookdepository.co.uk/Sorted-Ben-Ebbrell/9780955940828

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Make this succulent barbequed pork dish in your oven.

This staple of the South just couldn’t be more simple or delicious! In this video, you’ll learn how to make succulent pulled pork right in your oven or slow cooker. You’ll discover the best cut to use for pulled pork and how much of it to buy to feed a hungry family. You’ll find out the best way to marinate your pork and which seasonings make the best rubs. You’ll also see how to quickly seal in juices before you cook the pork low and slow, letting it simmer it in its own savory juices. Then, watch how easy it is to shred perfectly cooked pulled pork and see how to make a wonderful sauce with the meat juices.

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Learn how to make this traditional St. Patrick’s Day dish.

Corned beef and cabbage is a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dish. But it’s a delicious and simple one-pot dish to prepare, making it perfect for any time of year. In this video, you’ll learn how to make corned beef and cabbage. It’s simple! We’ll show you the brining process that gives corned beef brisket its unique flavor and crumbly texture. You’ll see an easy way—the time-saving one-pot method—to make prepared corned beef with cabbage and other vegetables like potatoes, carrots, onions, and turnips. The name of the game here is low and slow cooking, using plenty of moisture, in this case, water or a dark stout beer. You’ll learn the difference between different types of corned beef brisket: point cut, which has more fat, and therefore flavor, and flat cuts, which are leaner and shrink less, making them a more economical choice. You’ll see how to prepare the meat and vegetables. You’ll learn a great way to cut the meat to make it the most tender. Serve this corned beef and cabbage with mustards and horseradish cream, and of course an Irish beer. And with the leftovers? Try a traditional corned beef Reuben sandwich with Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dressing or a traditional corned beef hash with fried eggs.

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Learn how to make a classic pan-fried pork chop dish in three easy steps.

So easy and versatile, pork chops can be prepared in many ways: breaded, stuffed, pan fried, baked, and grilled. In this video, you’ll learn how to make a classic pan-fried pork chop dish in three easy steps. You’ll discover which cut of pork makes the best pork chops, and which cuts are best for stuffing, breading, and baking. We’ll show you how to prepare pork chops for pan frying and for searing over high heat to form a savory crust. We’ll show you how to determine when the pan’s ready for the chops and a great method for cooking the chops once they’re seared to a golden-brown perfection. You’ll also get a tip for determining when your pork chops are done cooking and ready to eat.

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Learn how to make decadent chocolate-covered strawberries in five easy steps.

Succulent strawberries are a natural match for smooth, rich chocolate. It’s a combination made in heaven. Chocolate dipped strawberries are also very easy to make. In this video, you’ll learn how to make chocolate covered strawberries in five easy steps. We’ll help you choose firm, juicy, sweet strawberries, the best for dipping. Then you’ll see how to best prepare the strawberries and get a time-saving tip for melting the chocolate of your choice: milk, dark, or white chocolate. We’ll also show you how to melt chocolate in a double boiler and give you a great tip for getting an extra satiny, dip-friendly texture from your chocolate. You’ll see several ways to dip the strawberries into your smooth chocolate and give you suggestions for embellishing your chocolate-covered strawberries with sprinkles, chopped nuts, and other toppings. You’ll see how to keep the chocolate from getting too hot and seizing up. Making chocolate strawberries are the perfect treat as an appetizer or romantic dessert.

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