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How to Make Dutch Oven Bread
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as the feeling of accomplishment that comes with making your own bread. It takes time, practice (read: patience) and a bit of tweaking to get it down. But making bread is wholly impressive, and once you get the hang of it, you’ll get to enjoy...
How to Use A French Press
With so many ways to brew a cup of coffee at home, the French press remains one of our favorites. But this beautiful piece of equipment can be intimidating if you’ve never used one before. Admittedly, it might take a few tries to find your ideal coffee-to-water ratio, but it’s...
How to Make Crêpes At Home
Crêpes, while delicious, are notoriously hard to make. They’re thin, require special equipment and, for some reason, just don’t taste quite the same as they do at your favorite breakfast spot. The truth is that crêpes, like any other dish, require a bit of practice and a lot of...
How to Make A Healthy, Yet Satisfying, Smoothie
Smoothies are an easy way to sneak in a few extra helpings of fruits and veggies. All you need is a blender, some ice and a few ingredients! But how do you make a smoothie that’s nutritious and satisfying? We’ve got you covered. Check out our steps for building the perfect...
8 Tips for Safely Using a Mandoline Slicer
A mandoline slicer is a kitchen gadget that can quickly and easily slice vegetables. However, they are extremely sharp and can be dangerous if they are not used properly. Here are some tips for safely using a mandoline slicer. 1. Choose the Right Mandoline Some of the best...
How to Meal Prep Like A Pro
Kicking off a healthy eating plan feels a lot like trying to find your way through a maze, especially with the hustle and bustle of daily life, the lure of quick meals and trying to figure out what to eat in the first place. But here’s a secret weapon that can make it all a lot...
Seasonal Produce Guide: Winter
Frost-laden fields may not evoke thoughts of fresh produce, but several fruits and vegetables are at their most flavorful in the winter months. In fact, many of the fruits and veggies we typically associate with fall continue to grow well into the winter. To honor what’s...
How To Clean and Season Your Cast Iron Skillet
Cast iron skillets are an essential piece of cookware for any home chef. They’re durable, nontoxic and great for searing, sautéing and frying—and you can cook almost anything in them, from scrambled eggs to steak. They can even be used to bake cakes and breads! Plus, they’re...
How To Pick, Cut and Cook Butternut Squash (+7 Recipes To Try)
Butternut squash is a fall-favorite seasonal fruit (yes, it’s technically a fruit—not a vegetable) with a slightly sweet, nutty taste and smooth, fine-grained texture. It pairs well with both sweet and savory flavors and is delicious on its own or incorporated into dishes, too....
The Only Wine & Cheese Pairing Guide You’ll Ever Need
The holidays are here and, if you’re anything like us, that can only mean one thing: wine and cheese parties! There’s just something so timeless and sophisticated about inviting over your closest friends, donning your ugliest Christmas sweater and indulging your senses with...
From Our Chefs: 10 Tips For A Stress-Free Thanksgiving
Ah, Thanksgiving. It’s the one day a year when home cooks turn into chefs, whipping up a wildly elaborate meal to be enjoyed by loved ones far and wide. It’s a day filled with family, food and yes, lots and lots of stress. If you’re like us, you’ve probably wished at least once...
5 Ways To Prepare Your Thanksgiving Turkey
It seems like there are a million ways to dress and cook a turkey. And whether you’re a seasoned chef or a first-time Thanksgiving host, we all want the same thing: juicy, flavorful meat with golden, crispy skin. From spatchcocking and smoking to deep-frying and more, this...
The Secret to Juicy Turkey? Brining
Every year, as the holiday season approaches, we’re faced with the exciting (yet high pressure) challenge of presenting the perfect turkey to our loved ones. A lot goes into creating the “best” turkey: it’s a combination of taste, texture, presentation and even the aroma that...