Add smoky-sweet flavor to salsas, salads & sides There’s nothing like the flavor of roasted corn to take a dish from simple to sensational. Whether you’re topping tacos, mixing up a summer salad, or making my Roasted Corn Pico de Gallo, learning how to roast …

Learn how to clean, buy, and cook shrimp like a pro with this complete guide. Includes shrimp sizing, wild vs. farmed info, cooking tips, and FAQs.   Ready to dive into delicious?Now that you know how to clean and prep shrimp like a pro, it’s …

Pie Crust Fats: Why I Choose Butter and Lard Over Shortening When it comes to baking the perfect pie crust, the type of fat you use matters—a lot. While shortening has had its moment in many classic recipes, I’ve come to love (and trust!) a …

Velveting is a Chinese cooking technique that keeps proteins tender and juicy, even with high-heat cooking methods like stir-frying. This technique works for beef, chicken, pork, and seafood!  

How to Spatchcock a Chicken: A Step-by-Step Guide Spatchcocking a chicken is a simple technique that makes cooking a whole chicken faster, easier, and more flavorful. By removing the backbone, you allow the chicken to cook more evenly and quickly, resulting in a juicy interior …

How to Shake Cocktails: Utensils and Method Shaking cocktails is one of the most important techniques in mixology, used to chill, combine, and aerate ingredients to create a refreshing, well-balanced drink. Here’s a simple guide to the utensils you’ll need and the method for shaking …