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July 28, 2018

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Basmati or Jasmine—How to Choose
I used to find myself standing in my pantry debating about whether to use Jasmine rice or Basmati rice. They
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You Don't Know How to Cook Pasta
I don’t mean to offend you, but I’ve been cooking pasta the long way my whole life, and I’m guessing
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Turning Bland into Brilliant
I’m not the only cook in my house. It’s not unusual for me to be asked what’s “wrong” with a
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How to Know What Tastes Good With What/Cooking by Smell
A couple of days ago, a young lady about eight years old showed me a spice jar and asked me
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Baked Potatoes 101, & Variations on the Theme
Oh, the simple pleasure of one of the world’s best comfort foods: a hot baked potato with melting butter, sour
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Shopping Smart
For the first half of the 20th century, grocery shopping required stops at several specialty shops: Meat from the butcher,
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Turning Bland into Brilliant
I’m not the only cook in my house. It’s not unusual for me to be asked what’s “wrong” with a
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So What Does “Extra Virgin” MEAN? And What Should I Do About It?
A bottle of “really good” extra-virgin olive oil is a badge of honor in the kitchen. Once you reach the
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