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The Dhungar Method Is the Smoky Secret to Incredible Roast Chicken, Rice, and More
Even leftovers get better with a bit of smoky perfume.
By Leela Punyaratabandhu
Demystifying the Magic of Homemade Magic Shell
A thick pour of magic shell over ice cream is simultaneously creamy and crackly, both smooth and shattery. But the real mind-blowing thing about it? It's a snap to make.
By Tara O'Brady
The Art and Logic of Making Ice Cream Cakes
Take it from somebody who's been making ice cream cakes for a decade: There are tricks to pulling off these majestic desserts.
By Tara O'Brady
You Can Absolutely Make Flour Tortillas From Scratch. Here's How
You don't need (and won't even want) a tortilla press.
By Joe Sevier
How to Make Quick Achaars
These quick Indian pickles add an instant flavor punch to cheese boards, dosas, and more.
By Nandita Godbole
7 Ways Steamed Rice Can Go Wrong (and How to Make It Right)
It's time for you to master steaming rice once and for all.
By Tommy Werner and Joe Sevier
How to Make Homestyle Dosas: A Primer
Homestyle dosas are smaller, spongier, and bouncier than their restaurant counterparts. There’s no one way to make them, but whichever route you choose, it pays to know these basic tenets.
By Tara O'Brady
How to Prep and Cook Artichokes
Do you want them classic or fast? Baby or big? Halved or whole? When it comes to fresh artichokes, you've got some decisions to make.
By Joe Sevier
How to Cook Whole Grains
Whether you've got amaranth or farro or wheat berries, here's an alphabetical guide to cooking every whole grain.
By Sam Worley and Joe Sevier
The 10 Best Ways to Cook Salmon
Roast, poach, sear, or grill: when it comes to cooking salmon, you've got a lot of options.
By Joe Sevier
11 Ways to Make Kale Stems Delicious, Too
Stop tossing hearty green stems into the waste bin and start tossing them into your dinner.
By Katherine Sacks
The Underdog Kitchen Tool That Makes Everything Easier
Think of this kitchen tool as a bionic hand.
By Adina Steiman
Your Grilled Vegetables Deserve a Cheese Hug
Because burgers shouldn't get all the grill-melted cheese fun.
By Anna Stockwell
The Ultimate Salad Dressing Arithmetic
Homemade vinaigrette can be as simple as a two-ingredient blend or a seven-ingredient masterpiece.
By Rhoda Boone
How to Cook Lentils and Eat All the Plant Protein
Throw them into salads, soups, and grain dishes for an ultra-easy protein boost.
By Becky Hughes
3 New Spice Blends to Make While We're Isolating
Spice blends are perfect for this cooking moment—which is why we've just released three new ones.
By Anna Stockwell
How to Make Actually Great Pasta With Only Pantry Ingredients
A couple of cans and a box of noodles is all you need for a quick, affordable dinner.
By Joe Sevier
The 5 Rules to Using Jarred Pasta Sauce
Cooking with a jar of store-bought marinara can be a serious time saver. And by deploying a few easy tricks, you can make it taste great, too.
By Katherine Sacks and Joe Sevier
How to Freeze Fruits and Vegetables
Got a stash of great produce you want to keep for as long as possible? Time to put your freezer to work.
By The Editors of Epicurious