There was always a fresh sleeve of Saltines, and crumbs would spill onto the counter when it was torn open. That’s when my dad would peel back the lid on a can of anchovies. As a kid, the sight and smell left me squirming at his hip. But I couldn’t turn away. I had to
If you’re going to give a kitchen gift to a serious cook (especially if that cook is yourself), make it worth everyone’s while by investing in quality. Nothing is more disappointing than trying out a shiny new tool or appliance only to have it fall short or apart after its first few uses. And let’s
Why It Works Standing in for silken tofu, creamy and flavorful cooked-from-dry beans and their cooking liquid give this quick stew body and complement the assertive punch of chile-bean paste and Sichuan peppercorns. Reserving some of the chile oil for drizzling over the beans at the end allows you to adjust the heat level of
Omnivores who associate barbecue weather with steak, chicken, burgers, and dogs may not be so quick to consider seafood as an option for grilling. Many types of fish are a bit too delicate for this preparation; others, while sturdier, still have a relatively tender structure that requires gentler handling. But don’t let that intimidate you—there’s
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Why It Works Brushing the rounds with melted butter during the folding steps and (optionally) after baking enriches the coco breads and keeps the layers distinct for easy stuffing later on. Warming the milk helps get the proofing stage off to a quicker start. Coco bread is, simply put, special. Satisfyingly dense and moist, with
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Farinata is a thin Italian chickpea flatbread made with chickpea flour and seasoned with salt and herbs. Commonly found in the streets of Italy, you can make this easy appetizer at home with a few
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Make this easy tahini right at home with just sesame seeds and olive oil. This Middle Eastern condiment resembles the same texture as nut butter and is a staple ingredient used in sauces, savory dishes
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. Blintzes are a refreshing crepe-like pancake that is the perfect breakfast for any occasion! The cream cheese and ricotta filling is irresistible and topped with a sweet berry sauce, this breakfast dish is the ultimate
I’m here to tell you something. You know what a milkshake is, right? Ice cream, a splash of milk, perhaps some flavored syrup or malt (if you want to get extra special), all blended together with a powerful whirring disk until smooth, creamy, and thick enough that you pop a blood vessel trying to suck