Technique-Focused Recipes for Home Cooks
Build the culinary skills every home chef needs.
Learn practical cooking techniques and get helpful kitchen guidance from Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef Steven Pennington.
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Kitchen Basics
Build confidence with practical cooking skills, culinary techniques, food science, and useful kitchen know-how.
- Canned Tomatoes At Home
- How To Grow Strawberries: A Beginner's Guide
- No More Waiting! Ripen Bananas in Just Minutes
- 10 Proven Ways to Store Apples and Keep Them Fresh for Months
- Cantaloupe Growing Made Simple: A Beginner's Guide
- How To Ripen Cantaloupe Melons
- Best Potatoes For Mashed Potatoes 🥔
- Cantaloupe Picking Made Easy: A Sweet Selection Guide
Ingredient Guides
Compare ingredients, understand how they cook, and choose the right option for your next recipe.
- Types of Peppers: Heat Chart, Pictures & Best Uses
- Poblano Peppers: Flavor, Heat, Uses & Ancho Chile Guide
- What Are Chipotle Peppers? Smoked Jalapeños, Flavor & Uses
- Types of Beans 🫘 A-to-Z | Photos
- 31 Types of Basil: (A-to-Z) Photos
- Chia Seeds: A Nutrient-Dense Superfood
- 77 Types of Cheese: (A-to-Z) Photos
- 41 Types of Cabbage | A-to-Z | Photos
Main Dish Recipes
Find flavorful main dishes for weeknight dinners, weekend cooking, and meals worth sharing.
- Cutting a Whole Chicken Into 10 Pieces Made Simple
- Fall-Off-The-Bone Instant Pot Ribs
- Pan-Seared Scallops Made Easy: A Beginner's Guide
- Secrets to the Best Bolognese Sauce You'll Ever Make
- Budget-Friendly Chicken: Tips to Save Money on Every Meal
- Instant Pot Ribs Ultimate 4 Way Test
- Sous Vide Burgers: Doneness Chart and Cooking Guide
- Iconic Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich
Sous Vide Recipes
Use precise temperature control to cook meats, seafood, eggs, and vegetables with more consistent results.
Instant Pot Recipes
Cook tender, flavorful meals with practical pressure-cooker recipes and less hands-on time.
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