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How to Cook Seared Salmon

Carolyn Dunn

A person chops a head of red cabbage.

Jun 8, 2020

Braised Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage

Several fruits and vegetables have long shelf lives so you can stock up for nutritious meals, even during a pandemic! 
A Grand Marnier strawberry parfait is displayed in a white dish on a black counter with the Homegrown by NC State Extension logo beside it

Feb 11, 2020

Grand Marnier Strawberry Parfait

Special desserts don't have to be complicated. This sweet treat comes together with just a few ingredients and a few minutes. 
White dinner plates with balsamic dijon vinaigrette and shrimp and tomato pasta with feta cheese are displayed on a black counter

Feb 11, 2020

Heart Healthy Valentine’s Dinner at Home

This year, bypass the stress of trying to secure a reservation at that hot new restaurant on Valentine's Day, and treat your significant other or loved one to a special dinner at home! 
A woman holding a chef's knife leaning over a counter and cutting board to demonstrate proper cutting technique.

Aug 10, 2019

How to Cut With a Chef’s Knife

The chef's knife is a kitchen superhero you can use to slice, dice and chop your way to healthy meals. Watch and learn simple cutting techniques. 
Close up of hands holding an unpeeled orange and a cup of peeled orange slices

Jul 18, 2019

Tips for Cutting Grapefruit and Oranges

Oranges are an easy snacktime staple, but it's not always easy to get past the peel to the juicy goodness inside. A few cutting techniques can make snacking on citrus less of a mess! 
Close up of a hand holding a chef's knife and cutting a carrot

Jul 18, 2019

How to Properly Dice Fruits and Vegetables

We'll show you the easiest ways to achieve different sized cuts that you'll need for most recipes. 
Close up of hand holding a knife and cutting a yellow onion

Jul 18, 2019

How to Cut Onions Without Crying

The only crying you should be doing are tears of joy, as we'll share the secret to cutting onions without tearing up! 
Male hands chopped red onion with a chef's knife on wooden table close up

Jul 12, 2019

Five Essential Knives for Every Kitchen

You only need a few knives in the drawer to be a great cook. Homegrown cuts to the chase and shares the five essential knives for every kitchen! 
Plate with kale and Napa cabbage slaw topped with grilled chicken.

May 23, 2019

Kale and Napa Cabbage Slaw

Napa cabbage paired with kale and a zesty dressing make eating the Med way easy and delicious. Watch for the recipe and learn the chiffonade slicing technique as a bonus! 
Seared salmon in a skillet

May 22, 2019

How to Cook Seared Salmon

Cooking fish may seem intimidating, but it's easier than you think to whip up a quick, healthy salmon dish.