10 Basic Cooking Techniques Everyone Needs to Know This guide is part of Cooking 101, where I break down the fundamentals of everyday cooking. Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be good. Most home meals — the ones you actually make week after week…
A fast and flavorful fish taco bowl with seasoned fish, fresh slaw, and a simple spicy mayo. Light, satisfying, and ready in under 20 minutes.
A lighter take on classic shepherd’s pie made with ground turkey, vegetables, and herbs, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until golden and comforting.
A smooth, tahini-rich Israeli hummus inspired by classic Tel Aviv hummus shops. Creamy, balanced, and best enjoyed fresh with olive oil and warm pita.
Roasted acorn squash stuffed with Italian sausage, vegetables, spinach, and parmesan. A cozy, satisfying fall dinner that’s simple, savory, and perfect for cooler nights.
A traditional Manhattan clam chowder with clams, tomatoes, vegetables, and bacon. This lighter, New York–style chowder is bold, savory, and perfect with crusty bread.
A quick and satisfying chicken filet sandwich made with juicy, pickle-marinated chicken and a crisp pan-fried coating. An easy weeknight meal that feels comforting without the deep fryer.
This meat chopper is one of those simple kitchen tools that quietly earns its place in the drawer. It breaks up ground meat quickly, protects nonstick pans, and makes everyday cooking easier without adding clutter.
A simple, everyday scallion cream cheese made in just 10 minutes. Fresh scallions, cream cheese, and a touch of heat come together for a smooth, versatile spread that works just as well on bagels as it does on crackers or sandwiches.
A fast, one-pan pork fried cauliflower rice made with lean ground pork, fresh vegetables, and simple Asian-inspired seasonings. Light, savory, and perfect for weeknights.
Easier than I ever expected I’ll admit it: growing mushrooms at home sounded way more complicated than it actually is. When I picked up a Boomr Bin from North Spore (not sponsored), I half-expected a fussy science project. What I got instead was one of…
Earthy mushrooms, golden onions, and plenty of garlic piled onto crisp baguette slices. These savory toasts are simple, flexible, and endlessly repeatable.
This creamy chestnut mushroom soup gets its body from mushrooms and a simple roux—no heavy cream needed. Smooth, savory, and deeply comforting, it’s an easy weeknight soup that still feels special.
This pasta puttanesca is fast, briny, and unapologetically bold. Made with anchovies, olives, capers, and tomatoes, it’s a pantry-friendly dinner that delivers big flavor in under 30 minutes.
A crisp cucumber salad tossed in a creamy buttermilk dill dressing. Light, refreshing, and perfectly balanced, this easy side dish stays cool and crunchy every time.
This recipe uses baking — covered in Cooking 101. Buffalo wings are one of those foods people assume require a fryer—or a sports bar. The truth is, with the right technique, you can get deeply crispy wings at home using just an oven or air…
This creamy buttermilk dill dressing is fresh, herb-forward, and easy to make at home. A short rest in the fridge lets the flavors meld into a balanced, versatile dressing you’ll keep coming back to.
A simple, no-fuss basil pesto made with walnuts instead of pine nuts. Fresh, bold, and ready in minutes — perfect for pasta, chicken, or spreading on sandwiches.
