Cooking School

Here's where to access all kinds of informative cooking tutorials on ingredients, techniques and tools.

How to make black garlic

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If you can't find black garlic in your local supermarket — or just aren't a fan of the seemingly hefty price tag — you can make your...

How to can foods safely

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It's always disappointing to throw away so much of the food you grew at home, but if you have a good year, it's hard to keep up....

How to make a béchamel sauce

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Rich and creamy (and usually a bit cheesy) sauces frequently start with a common base. Béchamels will help you make anything from...

How to make fruit and vegetable purees

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Whether you're looking for some healthier ways to bolster your diet without adding extra fat or just a healthier way to feed your...

How to cook quinoa

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Quinoa is the latest protein-packed super-food that's made its way to regular grocery store shelves. Sadly, many are still...

How to cook a perfect Christmas ham

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Cooking the Christmas ham doesn’t have to be the pain you always think it is. Whether you like it with pineapple, mint jelly or just...

How to plan your Christmas menu

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Christmas dinner doesn’t need to be stressful or expensive. Just follow these tips to keep your holiday meal under control and well...

How to build a gingerbread house

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The gingerbread house is one of the most fun holiday traditions. It's a fun craft with kids and a beautiful way to express yourself...

How to shuck corn

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This Christmas, skip the frozen version and opt for fresh corn. Think it’s hard to shuck? It’s actually pretty simple.

How to have a healthier Thanksgiving

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Sometimes it seems there's no way to avoid a 2,000-calorie meal on Thanksgiving (and the high-calorie leftovers you'll eat for...

How to cook the perfect turkey

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The turkey is the center of attention at the Thanksgiving table. Don't let cooking it intimidate you (just because it's not...

How to brine a turkey

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Brining your turkey is a good way to guarantee your bird will be moist and delicious. Brining your own gives you control over the...

How to fry a turkey

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Do something a bit different this Thanksgiving and deep-fry your bird. Frying a turkey makes the meat tender and moist and gives it...

How to cook mise en place

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Mise en place is a French cooking term that refers to the procedure of having all of your ingredients ready to go before you begin...

How to clean and cook fresh mushrooms

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The meaty texture and earthy flavor of mushrooms make a favorite addition to many fall dishes. Many people are disappointed when...

How to boil eggs in the oven

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It seems logical to hard-cook eggs in a pot of water — that’s how our moms, grandmas and their moms and grandmas have been doing it...

The basics of tempura

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The next time you throw a dinner party, serve an amazing made-to-order appetizer for your guests. Learn how to make this classic...

How to regrow green onions in water

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Green onions are a great addition to salads, potato dishes and cold pastas. While they’re inexpensive, they don’t last as long as...