Ian Knauer
Become a Better Cook
Here are two recipes to practice the theory of the fat-in-water emulsion (and arguably the greatest sauce on earth): mayonnaise.
Become a Better Cook
For those of you who want to become a better cook, there's no way to talk about salad dressing without covering one of the greatest mysteries of cooking (and of the world, really): emulsification!
Become a Better Cook
Last time we covered the basics of modern fire cooking (aka: grilling). Since it's still grilling season, let's focus on one of everyone's favorite all-American summer treats: THE HAMBURGER!
Become a Better Cook
We have been using the power of fire to cook food for a long, long time. But there are some simple ideas and techniques that will elevate your skills above our Cro-Magnon ancestors, at least culinarily.
The Right Way to Cook Green Veggies (and Simple Pasta Recipe)
Learn how to blanch and shock vegetables, then practice what you've learned by cooking a simple and delicious pasta recipe.
Corn Panna Cotta with Dulce de Leche
Summer corn and rich dulce de leche star in this unusual spin on a classic panna cotta recipe.