When cooking from recipes I typically have to divide the ingredients because I’m only cooking for two, not the 4, 8, or 12 that most recipes indicate. During the hustle and bustle of cooking I’ll either figure the division wrong or worse yet, forget to do it at all!
Techniques | Fred June 29, 2009 | 
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March through May is the prime season for fresh asparagus so you should be seeing more and more of this vegetable at your local market at reasonable prices.
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I’ve tried a number of gadgets for separating eggs and I’ve come to the conclusion that the best tools for consistently parting the whites from the yolks is your own two hands.
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Kitchen gadgets fascinate many cooks. There are those that are constantly seeking out the ultimate garlic press. Others toss a couple of cloves into a food processor to get the job done, while some still buy the jarred minced garlic.
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Pan searing is a technique used to brown food quickly over high heat on the range top. Pan searing sets off a series of reactions between the sugars and proteins to caramelize the surface, producing a richer flavor and appetizing color and texture.
