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How to Brown Butter and Use It for Everything

Brown butter is the ingredient that works wonders on foods you already love—and it's beyond easy to make.

PSA: Don't Serve Turkey at Your Friendsgiving

When it comes to serving up poultry to the crew on Thanksgiving, turkey is not the move.

If You Care About Thanksgiving Leftovers, You Need to Make an Extra Turkey Breast

Your dry, already-sliced bird is going to make a terrible sandwich. Follow us if you want the good stuff.

I Finally Got a Cast-Iron Pan, and It's Everything It's Cracked Up to Be

That's right: I didn't have a cast-iron pan for the longest time. And yes, my life is better now.

How I Turned Sunday Nights into Something to Look Forward To

The end of the weekend feels a little less dire when you have a bottle of something delicious waiting for you.

A Rent Week Lentil Soup Recipe to Improve Your Home Decor

Lentil soup is a Rent Week classic, especially when it's cold outside...and you have to buy a credenza.

You Should Probably Be Dressing Your Salad Twice

A lot of times, once just doesn't cut it.

How to Make Meatballs That Are Tender, Juicy, and Delicious Every Time

These five tips will make your meatballs better, no matter what kind you're making.

How to Actually Eat on Public Transit, You Animal

Don't be the person eating soup on the subway or tuna salad on a flight. There’s a proper way to travel.

Is Soaking Dried Beans Overnight Really Necessary?

That's a long time to wait if you need your bean fix now. But you've got options.

What Does Caramelized Mean, Anyway?

Caramelization isn't only for onions. Get to know our favorite flavor-building maneuver.

Americans Have Been Doing Cider Wrong Forever, and It's Time to Change

More akin to natural wine than beer, the new crop of naturally fermented hard ciders are pleasantly funky and never too sweet.

The Best Full English Breakfast Is the One You'll Make at Home

It seems like a lot to cook, and that's because it is. Embrace it.

These Rent Week Rice Noodles with Crispy Pork Make Me Feel Alive

My checking account is looking bleak, but my bowl of spicy rice noodles is not.

Here’s the Carbonated Coffee Drink Your Morning Actually Needs

The Spritzy Americano is not a coffee tonic, thank you very much.

Stop Throwing Out Your Broccoli Stems! They're Delicious!

They're tasty and under-appreciated. You just have to know how to cook with them.

How to Make a Vinaigrette Yourself (and Ditch the Bottled Stuff for Good)

Homemade salad dressing is the easiest way to improve your salads and impress your guests. Here's how.