A temperature test takes less than a minute and can help you avoid foodborne illness. It’s important to start by selecting fresh, high-quality cuts of meat. Next, insert it into the thickest part of the meat, avoiding bones, fat, and gristle. Grace Canaan Be sure to clean your food thermometer with hot soapy water before and after each use. This can be an ideal cooking method for tougher cuts of meat that need time to tenderize....
Keep in mind that while it resembles rice, orzo isnotgluten-free. Add Orzo Add 1 cup dried orzo (about 6 ounces) to boiling water. This yields 2 cups cooked: 4 servings of 12 cup each. Photo: Nata Vkusidey/Getty Images Pricey pine nuts are optional but delightful, especially when toasted until fragrant. Lemony Fish with Orzotto This is one of our favorite easy Easter dinner ideas. Scallions, peas, andlemon zestadd brightness. Jennifer Causey...
Don’t sleep on this underrated root vegetableparsnips are easier to prepare than you think. Key Takeaways Parsnips, likeBrussels sprouts, don’t get much love or credit in the kitchen. Fortunately, cooking parsnips is easy if you think of them like carrots or potatoes. Getty Images Boiled parsnips mash up beautifully for a potato-inspired side. Parsnips also roast well and develop an intense caramelization. What Are Parsnips and What Do They Taste Like?...
Its not the best method, but it gets the job done. Say-Cheese/Getty Images Youre short on time. Don’t force your pasta cravings to wait. Photo:Say-Cheese/Getty Images While its texturally not the ideal way, pasta certainlycanbe cooked in the microwave. Heres how and how long to microwave pasta for an easy meal. Allow extra space at the top of the bowl to prevent overflow, too. Pasta grows as it cooks, so you want plenty of room to accommodate the cooked pasta....
Finally, all the golden rules to roasting the most delicious sheet pan spuds. They’re the ultimate crowd-pleaser,pack plenty of notable health benefits, and pair perfectly withhigh-protein dinners. But preparing sheet pan potatoes with a crispy-crunchy coating and a fluffy, tender interiorisan exact science. Photo:Claudia Totir/Getty Images Start With a Floury, Starchy Spud bhofack2 / Getty Images Thepotato typeyou select for roasting matters. Russets and Yukon Golds get well-crisped crusts when roasted, and their insides have a fluffy, creamy texture....
Learning how to cook rice is like riding a bike. Here’s the group’s method for both white rice and brown rice. Frequently Asked Questions If you want fluffy, separate grains, then yes. Grace Cary / Getty Images You should absolutely rinse your rice using one of thesetwo methods. Rinsing helps remove excess starch that can cause rice to be stickier. If you don’t mind if your rice clumps up more, it’s okay to skip the rinse....
Prime rib looks fancy but is easier to pull off than you think. Succulent and juicy,a prime rib roastis a crowd-pleaser on any occasion. It makes for an eye-catching centerpiece that will have guests thinking you’re a pro. Photo: bhofack2/Getty Images And although a prime rib roast looks elegant and grand, it’s relatively simple to cook. Learn how to cook prime rib and present this showstopper at your next dinner party....
This popular brothy noodle dish is basically a blank canvas. Use our expert tips to experiment on your own, or try one of our ramen recipes. Ready to make some delicious ramen at home? Oatmeal Stories/Getty Images Chefs Israel and Okochi offer their expertise in making, serving, and even eating ramen. Today, regional variations are vast and ramen componentsessentially broth, noodles, and toppingsvary widely. Another variation,tsukemen,are cold noodles served with a dipping sauce or broth alongside for dunking....
Does your pasta come out too sticky, too hard, or too mushy? Let this video be your guide to cooking it perfectly. (Pro tip: For best results,use a big stockpot.) What You Need
Here are several simple ways to make spaghetti squash at home, no matter your kitchen setup. The internet loves spaghetti squash, and for good reason. Learning how to cook spaghetti squash can provide a healthier option for pasta lovers. Photo: Susan Brooks-Dammann/Getty Images Here’s how to prepare your squash for cooking. (Keep in mind that some cooking methods require you to keep the squash whole.) The process takes almost an hour, though, so keep that in mind when you’re planning dinner....
Getty Images Althoughgrilled steakis delicious, you donotneeda grillto cook a great steak at home. Keep reading to learn how to cook steak in a pan, to perfection. Tempering is critical for controlling the temperature of the steak, which enables an even cook. Photo:Getty Images Remove Excess Moisture From the Steak Using paper towels, pat the steak dry. If the meat is still moist, you won’t get that impressive crust. Season the Steak Season the steak with kosher salt and black pepper on both sides....
The secret is an easy-to-prep topping that adds big flavor. But it isnt always in the cards (or my budget) to eat at an upscale restaurant. Bourbon Steak New Yorkfrom Chef Michael Mina is a beautiful restaurant located near Central Park in Manhattan. Photo:Claudia Totir/Getty Images I ate there a few months ago and was bowled over by the flavor in the meat. Ive been thinking about that steak ever since and recently asked executive chef Bryan Ogden for his secrets....
These steak secrets guarantee a juicy, flavorful meal every time. Ordering a perfectly cooked steak at a restaurant? But learning how to cook steak at home is another matter altogether. Getty Images Fortunately, learning how to cook ahomemade steak dinnerdoesnt take a culinary genius. After you have your cut of choice, you only need a few ingredients to cook steak. Use up theleftover steak in these delicious recipes. How to Cook Steak Start With a Thawed Steak Hereshow to defrost steakif needed....
