Makes 10 servings
How to Choose Olive Oil
Olive oil can be fruity, nutty, sweet, zesty, peppery, rich, intense, and assertive; mild, mellow, light or heavy, subtle, and delicate; opaque or clear, deep olive green, pale green, gold-green, golden, or pale yellow. Like wine, no two olive oils are exactly alike. The most wildly-available olive oils in the […]
Infusing Oils and Vinegars
Infusing flavorful liquids, such as oils and vinegars, boosts their overall flavor—making them powerful additions to any dish without affecting the nutritional content in a negative way. To make your own infused oils and vinegars, use any of the following methods: Heat the oil or vinegar very gently over low […]
Lemon-Infused Greek Salad With Grape Leaves
Makes 8 servings
Making Clarified Butter
Clarified butter is a staple in professional kitchens. Made by melting butter to break the water and fat emulsion, you first skim away the milk solids and then the pure butterfat—the clarified butter itself. Unlike vegetable oils, which are 100% fat, butter is a mixture of water, milk solids, and […]
Popular Asian Chile Sauces and Spices—If You Can Take the Heat
There was a time that high-quality and authentic ingredients from abroad were out of reach to Americans, at least without lofty import fees or expensive travel. Luckily for us, the world feels much smaller than it once did, and ingredients like specialty spices, tropical fruits, and chiles are at our […]