“Flower of Milk” Gelato Makes 1 Quart
Gelling and Thickening Agents, and How to Use Them
Essential to cooking and baking, thickeners are responsible for the texture and viscosity of many sauces, puddings, fillings, and candies. We rely on these ingredients, also known as hydrocolloids (a substance that absorbs water, forming a gel), across the culinary sphere, but each has its own unique qualities, uses, and […]
George Washington Carver: Kitchen Innovator
You might think being a great chef is all about memorizing a million recipes. But really, the key to being a great chef is knowing simple cooking techniques that you can use to improvise a million recipes! Sure, most chefs and home cooks have some recipes filed away in their […]
German Chocolate Brownies
Makes one 9×13-inch pan Brownies Topping
German Potato Salad
Makes 4 to 6 servings German potato salad is a bit tangier than traditional mayo-based versions. Though it’s typically served warm, you can make this ahead and let it come to room temperature before serving. Omit the bacon and sub vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Get Ready for Thanksgiving with This Timeline
The key to a smooth, low-stress Thanksgiving isn’t superhuman multitasking—it’s timing. A realistic, chef-tested prep timeline spreads the work over several days so your oven isn’t overwhelmed and you’re not cooking in a panic. Here’s a breakdown that makes sense in a real home kitchen and gives you space to […]
Get to Know Rosé
It may seem like rosé has become extra trendy in the last few years (rosé all day!), but come summertime along the coast of France (and, well, all over Europe!), rosé is simply a fact of life. And why shouldn’t it be? Rosé (rosato in Italy and rosado in Spanish-speaking […]
Giardiniera
Makes 4 pints Pickle Mixture Canning Process Chef’s Notes: To prepare jars for canning, read over your recipe to determine what size and how many jars are needed. Be sure each jar has a lid and the circular band that holds the lid in place, and that they fit properly. […]
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Gifts for the Foodie-Mom in Your Life
We happen to know a little something about food lovers. If the Mom in your life is a foodie like us (and you!), check out our Mother’s Day gift guide for the best present at any price point. Digital Cooking Scale A digital scale is a can’t-miss-gift for anyone who […]
Gin: A Global Spirit
More than just the first component of a popular cocktail, gin is a spirit whose very ingredients bring far-flung parts of the world together. It’s also a drink with a fascinating history touching nations from Holland to England to India. What is Gin? Gin is a neutral spirit base that […]
Ginger-Sesame Dressing
Makes 1 cup This staple vinaigrette comes in handy whether you’re dressing lettuce greens, noodles, or even just steamed green beans. The fermented black beans, found at the Asian market or online, add saltiness and a savory depth of flavor, but you can leave them out if you don’t have […]