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Macerating vs. SaltingWhat are the scientific differences between salting vegetables and macerating fr…
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Substituting Black Pepper for White PepperCan black pepper be substituted for white pepper in recipes?
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Science: Substituting Dried Herbs for FreshWhen fresh herbs aren't readily available, it can be tempting to swap in dried h…
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Why Animal Fats Taste So GoodWhy does animal fat taste so much better than plant-based fats in certain cookin…
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Pie Crust Crimping with StyleIf your decorative pie edges are prone to drooping, try swapping the usual flute…
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Smoked SalmonWe gathered up five top-selling, widely available products to find the best choi…
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Supermarket BrieThink French pedigree and words like “triple crème” indicate the best examples …
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Clams Steamed in White WineWe developed a quick broth made with wine, shallots, garlic, and bay leaf. As th…
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SrirachaSriracha is a Thai hot sauce known by its followers as rooster sauce (just look …
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Warm Farro with Cranberries, Pecans, and HerbsWe were sold on this nutty grain even before we realized how fast and easy it is…
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Warm Farro with Lemon and HerbsWe were sold on this nutty grain even before we realized how fast and easy it is…
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Farro Salad with Butternut Squash and RadicchioWe were sold on this nutty grain even before we realized how fast and easy it is…
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Farro Salad with Asparagus, Sugar Snap Peas, and TomatoesWe were sold on this nutty grain even before we realized how fast and easy it is…
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Simple FarroWe were sold on this nutty grain even before we realized how fast and easy it is…
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Strawberry-Rhubarb PieBecause strawberries and rhubarb both contain loads of moisture, avoiding a mush…
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Provencal Vegetable Soup (Soupe au Pistou)Minestrone’s French cousin is bright and fresh—and hearty, thanks to a key pantr…
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New York Cinnamon-Raisin BagelsIt doesn’t get any better than the crackly-crisp shell, tender chew, and subtle …
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New York BagelsIt doesn’t get any better than the crackly-crisp shell, tender chew, and subtle …
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Sautéed Swiss Chard with GingerWe transform this twofer of tender leaves and hearty stems into a satisfying sid…
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Sautéed Swiss Chard with Sesame SauceWe transform this twofer of tender leaves and hearty stems into a satisfying sid…
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Sautéed Swiss Chard with Pancetta and Caramelized ShallotsWe transform this twofer of tender leaves and hearty stems into a satisfying sid…
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Sautéed Swiss Chard with Currants and Pine NutsWe transform this twofer of tender leaves and hearty stems into a satisfying sid…
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Sautéed Swiss Chard with GarlicWe transform this twofer of tender leaves and hearty stems into a satisfying sid…
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Vietnamese-Style Caramel Chicken with BroccoliThe savory caramel sauce in this braised chicken dish is far more complex than i…
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Semolina Gnocchi with Browned ButterThese Roman-style dumplings are rich, creamy, and satisfying. The only problem? …
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Semolina Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and BasilThese Roman-style dumplings are rich, creamy, and satisfying. The only problem? …
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Semolina Gnocchi with Prosciutto and ChivesThese Roman-style dumplings are rich, creamy, and satisfying. The only problem? …
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Semolina Gnocchi (Gnocchi alla Romana)These Roman-style dumplings are rich, creamy, and satisfying. The only problem? …
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Duck Fat-Roasted PotatoesFor the crispest, most flavorful roasted potatoes, rethink the fat.
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Grilled Pork Kebabs with Sweet Sriracha Glaze for TwoTo make the most of this supertender—but very mild—cut, we turn it into kebabs.
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Grilled Pork Kebabs with Sweet Sriracha GlazeTo make the most of this supertender—but very mild—cut, we turn it into kebabs.
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Grilled Pork Kebabs with Barbecue Glaze for TwoTo make the most of this supertender—but very mild—cut, we turn it into kebabs.
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Grilled Pork Kebabs with Barbecue GlazeTo make the most of this supertender—but very mild—cut, we turn it into kebabs.
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Grilled Pork Kebabs with Hoisin and Five-Spice for TwoTo make the most of this supertender—but very mild—cut, we turn it into kebabs.
Published: May 2015
Grilled Pork Kebabs with Hoisin and Five-SpiceTo make the most of this supertender—but very mild—cut, we turn it into kebabs.
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Simple Pot-Au-FeuThe rich broth and tender meat and vegetables that define this French classic sh…
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Farro: The Fast-Cooking Whole GrainUsually, when a grain is sold as “semi-pearled” or “pearled,” it will cook faste…
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DIY Decaf Tea? Don't BotherMost decaf teas are generic blends that lack complexity, so many tea lovers try …
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Toasting Nuts in the MicrowaveThere’s another option for toasting nuts: the microwave.
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Dough Whisks: Not Just for DoughWe’ve come to realize that the dough whisk is more versatile than its name revea…
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For a Clearer Stock, Simmer; Don't BoilYes, it takes longer, but sometimes there's a good reason for cooking low and sl…
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The Best Way to Rinse RiceTo ensure light, fluffy white rice, we always rinse the raw grains before cookin…
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What are Garlic Scapes?What are garlic scapes, and what is the best way to use them in cooking?
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12-Inch Cast-Iron SkilletsCheap and tough, a cast-iron skillet is a kitchen workhorse, but the upkeep make…
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Mason Jar AdaptersMason jars make great food-storage containers, but the traditional lid offers li…
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Pitmaster IQThe Pitmaster IQ120 promises to regulate the temperature in a charcoal grill aut…
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Rice CookersA good rice cooker should make the task of cooking rice convenient and foolproof…
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Ice Cream ScoopsWe tested seven classic and innovative ice cream scoop designs, as well as a por…
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Serrated Paring KnivesWe put the serrated equivalents of our favorite paring knives to the test.
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Large Ice Cream MakersWe churned vanilla ice cream and raspberry sorbet in five different large ice cr…
Published: May 2015
Farro Salad with Asparagus, Sugar Snap Peas, and TomatoesWe were sold on this nutty grain even before we realized how fast and easy it is…
Published: May 2015
Cast-Iron SkilletsCheap and tough, a cast-iron skillet is a kitchen workhorse, but the upkeep make…
Published: May 2015
Science: Substituting Dried Herbs for FreshWhen fresh herbs aren't readily available, it can be tempting to swap in dried h…
Published: March 2015
Strawberry-Rhubarb PieBecause strawberries and rhubarb both contain loads of moisture, avoiding a mush…
Published: March 2015
Provencal Vegetable Soup (Soupe au Pistou)Minestrone’s French cousin is bright and fresh—and hearty, thanks to a key pantr…
Published: May 2015
New York BagelsIt doesn’t get any better than the crackly-crisp shell, tender chew, and subtle …
Published: March 2015
Sautéed Swiss Chard with GarlicWe transform this twofer of tender leaves and hearty stems into a satisfying sid…
Published: March 2015
Vietnamese-Style Caramel Chicken with BroccoliThe savory caramel sauce in this braised chicken dish is far more complex than i…
Published: March 2015
Semolina Gnocchi (Gnocchi alla Romana)These Roman-style dumplings are rich, creamy, and satisfying. The only problem? …
Published: March 2015
Duck Fat-Roasted PotatoesFor the crispest, most flavorful roasted potatoes, rethink the fat.
Published: March 2015
Grilled Pork Kebabs with Hoisin and Five-SpiceTo make the most of this supertender—but very mild—cut, we turn it into kebabs.
Published: March 2015
Simple Pot-Au-FeuThe rich broth and tender meat and vegetables that define this French classic sh…

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