How to Cook a Turkey: The Simplest Method for the Best Bird

You could swap the butter for a neutral oil like canola or safflower if preferred. Whichever fat you choose, follow these proportions to elicit crispy, golden brown skin and juicy meat. 6. Season your turkey (if necessary). If you’ve chosen to brine your bird (via a wet brine or dry brine), you can skip this … Read more

How to Choose Between Coconut Flakes, Chips, and Shreds

How to store sweetened coconut: The sugar in sweetened coconut acts as a preservative, extending its shelf life compared to similar products. For the best results, store sweetened shredded coconut in an airtight container in a cool, dark place, like your pantry, for up to 6 months. Coconut Flour To make coconut flour, manufacturers steam … Read more

How to Clean Mussels | Epicurious

When my partner and I first started dating, one of our go-to dinners—or appetizers, if we were really going for it—was steamed mussels. A mussel dinner feels cosmopolitan, but it’s actually pretty budget-friendly. Plus, you can buy, clean, and cook a bag of mussels in under an hour. We’d spoon the shellfish from their deep … Read more

18 Types of Peppers and How to Cook With Them

Truly international in their appeal, peppers—some might say chiles—are integral to cuisines worldwide. All types of peppers are part of the genus Capsicum, including hot and sweet varieties. According to Danise Coon, senior research specialist at New Mexico State University‘s Chile Pepper Institute, “chile” generally refers to a pepper that’s spicy, while a “pepper” can … Read more

Jam vs. Jelly: What’s the Difference?

I’ll never say no to a peanut butter and grape jelly sandwich, but fruit spreads can do so much more than be a sidekick to toast. They’re the glue that holds Linzer cookies together, fills hamantaschen, sandwiches an Italian rainbow cookie (or a rainbow loaf cake), and can even be used to glaze grilled chicken. … Read more

14 Types of Fresh Herbs and How to Cook With Them

Historically prized for their curative properties and health benefits, fresh herbs like mint, basil, and tarragon are champions in the kitchen. They offer endless opportunities to upgrade the flavors of virtually any dish (cocktails too!), bringing a level of deliciousness and finesse that simply can’t be matched by dried herbs or spices. But, if you’re … Read more