Planning & Prep

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Care packages are an excellent gift. Whether it's the holidays, a birthday, or just because, food makes for a lovely present. If your loved one doesn't eat any animal products, you can still put together...

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From smoky ribs covered in a spice rub to pulled pork slathered in sauce, BBQ is a uniquely global tradition. BBQ or barbecue refers to the low and slow method of cooking meat over indirect...

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What is a cast iron skillet? Cast iron skillets are traditional heavy-duty tools in the kitchen, used by both professional chefs in commercial kitchens and at-home cooks. Known for their ability to retain exceptionally high...

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Gift baskets are the–read thee– perfect gift. There are dozens of ready-made gift baskets you can find in a pinch, but there's something special about handcrafting one. If you're lost on how to make a...

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What does sauté mean? The word sauté is derived from the French root sauter , meaning "to jump", and is used to describe how food "jumps" in the saucepan while being cooked. To sauté meats...

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There are many tips, tricks, and techniques that are simple to learn and can transform you from a barbecue novice into a grill master. Having the correct tools, proper preparation, and knowledge of proper techniques...

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A high-quality knife is an important kitchen tool. When kept sharp, your kitchen knives will make preparing meals much easier and safer. Some knives can be quite expensive, so when you invest in good ones,...

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If you’re like most people, you probably have a stash of spices in your cabinet that you’ve had for what seems like forever. While having a well-stocked selection of spices can help you create some...

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Having a handy-dandy collection of kitchen knives is essential for any home or professional kitchen. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, here is everything you need to know about basic knife skills. Knife skill #1:...