Stories

The slower you cook chicken, the better
November 18, 2010
The average-size boneless chicken breast takes only about 6 minutes of cooking time. When it's fully cooked, it should be firm when you press it.
A copper bowl will add lift and stability to egg whites
November 18, 2010
A copper bowl is not just a bit of useless fanciness for the kitchen.
How to select a copper pot
November 18, 2010
Look for copper pans that are 3 millimeters thick that have iron handles.
There is no such thing as Alfredo sauce (but you can still make Alfredo pasta)
November 18, 2010
Alfredo "sauce" doesn't really exist, but you can still make true Alfredo pasta.
How to cook artichokes
November 18, 2010
How to trim and cook artichokes.
How to prepare 'baby' artichokes (when you can find them)
November 18, 2010
Strip away the outer layer of coarse leaves, halve each artichoke, scoop out the choke and thinly slice raw for salads or cook them.
Dry Beans
Cooking for One