Storing and Preparing

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Duck is considered a luxury here in America, but it’s a specialty in southwestern France.
Here are a few tricks we’ve learned over the years about preparing and serving spinach.
Anyone can create these delicious “little purses”—just follow these simple instructions.
Quick tips for peeling chestnuts and ginkgo nuts so that the process won’t drive you crazy.
Fondue 101
Creamy, cheesy, rich, and fun—as long as you adhere to a few basic principles, making fondue is simply entertaining.
The inside scoop on the many varieties of apricots, both fresh and dried, and which ones we found to be the best.
Our Deepest, Darkest Chocolate Secrets
How do you know great chocolate when you find it? By following our expert advice.
Smoking Salmon in a Wok
You don't need a smokehouse to enjoy homemade smoked salmon, just this clever technique.
Removing the Bitterness from Eggplant
Is it essential to treat eggplant for bitterness? It depends on how you want to serve it.
How to Make an Authentic Potée
What’s the secret to making this renowned Savoyard dish? It’s in a pig’s ear.
Simple Salad Dressing
When you find yourself longing for a good sherry vinegar salad dressing, just whip up this simple preparation.
Making Sticky Rice
This rice is a staple of Asian cuisine and can be served for lunch, dinner, or even a snack.
Smashing Truffles
This is the perfect technique to quickly transform the truffle’s intense flavor into a condiment or paste.
Truffles in a Jar
Truffles have a way of leaving the very essence of themselves when stored with other food items.
Trifulau’s Oil
Here is a way to preserve the wonderful taste of truffles even after they have all been eaten.