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Cooking How-To

Learn cooking basics and advanced techniques through our comprehensive how-to’s and step-by-step guides on everything from peeling ginger to cooking a perfect risotto in a few simple steps.
Matzo Ball Soup

Keeping Kosher

Jewish dietary laws are complex and rich and history.

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Cooking with Tahini

Made from sesame seeds, this nutty paste famously lends flavor to hummus, as well as a variety of Mediterranean dishes.

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Pastry Dough

Pastry Types

Dream of being a pastry chef? Start by learning the basics.

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Papayas

Cooking with Papaya

Ever used powdered meat tenderizer? The secret ingredient is likely papaya, a tropical fruit with many delicious uses.

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Capers

Cooking with Capers

Prized for their piquant appeal, tiny capers imbue tapenades, sauces and meats with high-impact flavor.

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Tarragon

Cooking with Tarragon

The herb that gives béarnaise sauce its characteristic flavor is a favorite of chefs and cooks the world over.

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Fennel

Cooking with Fennel

With a mild but distinctive flavor, fennel punches up everything from soup to salads.

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Kidney Bean Salad

Summertime Bean Salads

Kidney, Black, Green, Pinto and Garbanzo beans all get their chance to shine this season in these refreshing salads.

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Roast Leg of Lamb

How To Roast Leg of Lamb

Learn to roast leg of lamb (or any meat) like a pro with these tips!

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How To Pan-Sear a Steak

Learn to cook restaurant-quality pan-seared steaks with these tips from Chef in Your Pocket, Brian Morris.

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Cooking with Wine

How to Cook with Wine

Learn the essentials of cooking with wine with these helpful tips and guidelines.

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Smoked Bluefish

How to Cook Bluefish

Got a fresh catch of bluefish? Fire up your kettle grill and grab some hardwood chips.

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How to Boil Lobster

Those delicious crustaceans can be bears to cook—here's how to cook a perfect lobster every time.

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Steak

How To Make a Dry Rub for Steaks

A dry rub for steaks before grilling makes all the difference in flavor and tenderness.

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Beef

How to Choose the Perfect Cut of Beef

From flank to sirloin, a simple guide to basic beef cuts plus delicious dinner recipes for practice.

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