Cooking Basics

From hummus to stews to curries, chickpeas are a protein-rich ingredient that give dishes heft. They come both dried and canned, but the dried ones are decidedly more wallet-friendly. Here’s …

It spreads rapidly and can take over a garden. It’s been used by humans for thousands of years. If you are curious about this herb with medicinal qualities, here’s how …

After many, many attempts, practices and creations, I have discovered how to make perfect risotto — creamy and rich — every time. And with these tips, you can too! First, …

From sliced on toast to crumbled on salads to deviled eggs, hard boiled eggs have so many culinary uses. Here’s how to hard boil eggs. Hard-Boiled Eggs vs. Hard-Cooked Eggs …

Forget takeout. With these meal prep lunch ideas, you’ll eat well, save money and look forward to lunchtime every day.

Tired of grabbing quick lunches? Wallet tired too? Then you need to start doing lunch meal prep on weekends. Here’s what you need to know.

Pies and breads and bars, oh my! What makes pumpkin dishes even better? Homemade pumpkin puree! Here’s how to make pumpkin puree for all your holiday baking needs. You might ask: …

Perfectly prepared quinoa isn’t bitter or mushy. It’s delicate but firm, a lovely base for a meal. Here’s how to prepare perfect fluffy quinoa. You have to rinse raw quinoa. …

This recipe for Pickled Red Cabbage is bold and tangy, robust and bright. It’s not the super-sweet variety at the grocery store.

Caramelized and tender, this recipe for Easy Roasted Delicata Squash is a lovely way to enjoy this hard squash. Also, learn everything you need to know about how to prepare …