Category: Cooking

One of the first foods I learned to make for myself was a quesadilla, in which I folded shredded cheddar into a flour tortilla and […]

Raw nuts are an acquired taste. One that for some will never be acquired. Although I do snack on raw almonds from time to time, […]

In a past life, I was a laboratory assistant in a chemistry lab, where I used very little of the knowledge that I gained while […]

We as a society do a lot of things with french fries. The United States dips them in ketchup (and sometimes mustard), Britain dips them […]

Custard paste is a pillar of the confectionery world. It’s nothing special, but this humble pastry is the basis of many sensational desserts. While you’ve […]

Choosing the right oil for the job can be the difference between the romance of flavors or the taste of burnt, bitter fats that ruin […]

There is a fruit salad, and there is fruit as the main component of the salad. The first turns into a soaked, oxidized mess, soaking […]

You’re probably familiar with balsamic vinegar – this exquisite ink bottle sits shyly in the corner of your kitchen under a light layer of dust. […]

Among the many important, society-shaping innovations that the 90s brought us – the Playstation, text messaging, and Tickle Me Elmo – the jalapeno pepper is […]

If you’re in the habit of making savory recipes, you’ve probably come across instructions that tell you to “reduce the amount of liquid by half” […]

I have long argued that if you really want to show off, you should learn how to make the perfect green salad. For a dish […]

I have already written several times about mayonnaise, chicken and mayonnaise on chicken. I like to grease it whole on a roasting pan to encourage […]

Every time I use coconut milk, I end up with half a can more than I need. Someday in the future I will need half […]

I love blue cheese sauce. Whether it’s wings, a slice, or a slice of pizza, runny cheese adds a deliciously salty flavor to meats, vegetables, […]

Straining can play an important role in food preparation. Velvety, lump-free custard is a dreamy experience, crystal-clear consommé is gorgeous and flavorful, and smooth gravies […]

Lately, I’ve become seriously into powerlifting, and ” getting enough protein ” isn’t what it used to be. I cannot and will not tolerate a […]

Hello everyone, and welcome back to Will It Casserole ? , a column in which we see which dishes, dishes and cuisines can be reimagined […]

Most of us have had days when we just didn’t have time to cook. Whether you’re juggling a five-course meal or your train is delayed […]

Getting tacos to stand has always been a challenge. If you don’t plan ahead , there’s an understanding that you’ll end up scooping random ingredients […]

I love to cook, but I hate boredom, so I prefer meals that don’t have a lot of repetitive movement. That’s why I’ve only made […]

When I was a kid, my mom used to make chicken satay sometimes. This spicy, nutty, spicy “chicken on a stick” was a favorite of […]

This is an urgent hot dog public announcement: you need to ban your next dog. Immediately. Forget about mustard and seasonings, cook pickled daikon and […]

When I walk through the cereal section as an adult, it’s like the opposite power scenario I encountered as a child: “Wow, I loved fruit […]

Fry like a human, and smoke like a dad. Smoke is the so-called “third leg” of a barbecue. It adds flavor and helps shape the […]

Eggs are pretty bland on their own, so they benefit greatly from the addition of condiments such as hot sauce, ketchup, or onion powder . […]

Eggplant is not firmly established in American cuisine, and this needs to change. I’m surprised how many adults I’ve met have never eaten it, and […]

As a child, I was always a big fan of beef, and pork was my second meat. Unless it was battered and fried, I didn’t […]

It’s August, which means I should have had a decent tomato sandwich by now, but the weather in Portland is terrible, my garden is a […]

I grew up eating a lot of canned vegetables, mostly at my grandmother’s house, but sometimes at home. (I was a big fan of making […]

Making cheesecake is a pain in the ass and I only make it for special occasions. Part of the problem is that I do my […]

There are many ways to cook and eat hot dogs, and I love the whole spectrum. Give me a grilled dog , an air-roasted dog […]

Oatmeal lovers, I have good news for you. If you were thrilled to have nighttime rolled oats added to your cereal repertoire, you may not […]

Most egg dishes seem at least a little glamorous. Soufflé omelettes, croque madam, salmon frittatas and hefty foil-wrapped BECs are breakfasts that will make you […]

If the product name tells you how to use it, you can usually take it at face value. Dog leashes hold dogs back. Garlic keepers […]

Hot summer. This is known. Nobody expects summer to be cold. But this summer and last was strangely hot. My beautiful city just broke its […]