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Romancing the Stove

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My Mom Daydreams About These Noodles

This bowl of noodles and loaf of bread became comfort, companion, and best friend for Iliana Regan's mother.

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'Everybody Soup' Has Something for Everyone

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Cauliflower Okonomiyaki

Cauliflower Okonomiyaki

Tender and nutty sheets of cauliflower, held together with eggs and plenty of ginger and scallions, form the base of this savory pancake. Use a thin, flexible fish spatula to transfer the okonomiyaki from the pan to the sheet tray and back again; its wide surface area makes it easy.

Spicy Sesame, Bacon, and Egg Congee

Spicy Sesame, Bacon, and Egg Congee

Taking a cue from Chef Mei Lin of Nightshade, we’re adding spicy pork, creamy egg yolks, and crunchy sesame to classic rice congee. Low and slow cooking is the key to its great texture; adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle bubble that results in tender grains.

Cheesy Brussels Sprouts Bread Pudding

Cheesy Brussels Sprouts Bread Pudding

The Secret Ingredient for Sausage Gravy That's Out of This World

The Secret Ingredient for Sausage Gravy That's Out of This World

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What the Heck Is Quark—and What Does It Taste Like?

The Best Bowl of Borscht I Ever Had

The Best Bowl of Borscht I Ever Had

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Momos with Red Chile Chutney

Momos with Red Chile Chutney

This Lesser-Known Cheese Is My Favorite Parmesan Alternative

This Lesser-Known Cheese Is My Favorite Parmesan Alternative

Crispy Ricotta-Kale Tacos

Crispy Ricotta-Kale Tacos

What Is Cincinnati Chili—and How Is It Different From Classic Chili?

What Is Cincinnati Chili—and How Is It Different From Classic Chili?

How a Professional Cheese Expert Grades Cheeses

How a Professional Cheese Expert Grades Cheeses

Add This Secret Ingredient for the Best Tomato Sauce Ever

Add This Secret Ingredient for the Best Tomato Sauce Ever

Bolognese-Style Sloppy Joes

Bolognese-Style Sloppy Joes

10 Spectacular Non-Muffin Recipes to Make in Your Muffin Tin

10 Spectacular Non-Muffin Recipes to Make in Your Muffin Tin

This Cave in a Swiss Mountain Is Used to Age 156,000 Wheels of Cheese

This Cave in a Swiss Mountain Is Used to Age 156,000 Wheels of Cheese

Ricotta Gnocchi with Eggplant and Peppers

Ricotta Gnocchi with Eggplant and Peppers

How to Make the Crispiest Fried Chicken of Your Life

How to Make the Crispiest Fried Chicken of Your Life

The Best Canned Tomato Sauce, According to a Pizza Chef

The Best Canned Tomato Sauce, According to a Pizza Chef

Quesadizzas 

Quesadizzas 

The Ritual of Sunday Roast

The Ritual of Sunday Roast

What Is Irish Butter?

What Is Irish Butter?

How White Truffle Season Marks the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

How White Truffle Season Marks the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

The Secret Ingredient That Instantly Upgrades Weeknight Dinners

The Secret Ingredient That Instantly Upgrades Weeknight Dinners

Hache Parmentier

Hache Parmentier

Everything You Need To Know About Florida’s Iconic Beach Bread

Everything You Need To Know About Florida’s Iconic Beach Bread

Gnocchi Parisienne 

Gnocchi Parisienne 

Khinkali  (Meat-Filled Dumplings)

Khinkali  (Meat-Filled Dumplings)

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10 Delicious Nori Recipes That Show off Seaweed at Its Best

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23 Mascarpone Recipes That Have Nothing to Do with Tiramisu

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17 Blue Cheese Recipes Even Haters Will Love

Posole: As Much About the Soup as It Is About the Fixings

Posole: As Much About the Soup as It Is About the Fixings