Stir-frying is all about wok hei, or wok's air' in English, which you can think of as the height of fire', or the level of heat. It's said that Chinese cooks have good wok hei if they have a true understanding of the heat of their wok and how to handle it in all situations, and a stir-fry's success is based on the quality of the cook's wok hei.
STEP 1: I start by preheating the oven to 450ºF. Next, I chop six ounces of pre-sliced bacon into what Julia calls lardons - small sticks about ¼-inch thick. Then I start working with the beef, which is where the dish can potentially get expensive. Thankfully, this is not the time for a New York strip! At my grocery store, I was on the lookout for three pounds of chuck roast, a fattier cut of meat, and often the cheapest at the butcher counter. If you can't find the chuck roast cut into two-inch squares, you can always ask your butcher to do it for you - a great way to cut back on time.
I made Ina Garten's brownie pudding, which has been going viral on TikTok for the past month. The delicious dessert requires only a few ingredients and minimal prep. It's a warm and comforting dish that's perfect for the holidays. It's time to gather our loved ones and ring in the most important holiday of the year. I'm talking, obviously, about Ina Garten's wedding anniversary. This week, the "Barefoot Contessa" star and her beloved husband Jeffrey celebrated 57 years of marriage. There's no better way to honor these two lovebirds than with Garten's famous brownie pudding, which pays tribute to the very first dessert she whipped up to win his heart. Here's how to make it.
Making pancakes from a boxed mix is easy and convenient. But if you want something a little more decadent, grab a box of brownie mix. It's a simple addition that makes a huge difference in your morning routine. In just minutes, you'll have fluffy, ultra-chocolatey flapjacks that hold their own next to a slice of cake. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any lazy Sunday.
To my way of thinking, most folks love cookies. In the case of holiday cookies, for many it's not just for their splendid taste and texture. Fondness is often linked to memories of warm kitchens and pleasant family times. Baking cookies is old-fashioned holiday fun. Cookies come in all shapes, sizes and flavors. Some are crisp, while others are chewy. I've chosen recipes for three crisp beauties that I love to bake and share.
Risotto alla milanese is, like the city it calls home, elegantly simple, but very rich. The saffron that gives the dish its striking colour is rightly expensive (it takes about 150 flowers to produce a mere gram), but you don't need much and, though it's often served alongside osso buco, I think it makes a fine meal on its own with a bitter-leaf salad.
Forget chives and butter. What your baked potatoes really need is a Philly cheesesteak twist. Born on a street corner in Philadelphia, the next-level sandwich has long encapsulated the city's vivacious essence with its bold, intense flavors. Now, just imagine that same greatness crowning steaming hot, fresh-off-the-oven potatoes. No longer is the starchy base just predictably creamy and boring. The dish's overflow of cheese-smothered meat and veggies ensures that it arrives at your table dressed in the finest flavors.
According to Ksenia Prints of At the Immigrant's Table, tater tots are one of the most commonly underestimated snacks in the frozen food aisle. On their own, these little puffy versions of potatoes resemble clouds with a hard, crispy outer shell. But there's no shortage of creative ways to use frozen tater tots - they are perfect in place of tortilla chips as a Midwestern version of nachos, or simply eaten on their own as a snack or as a side with a good burger.
Adding more broccoli to your diet means enjoying the benefits of a vegetable rich in fiber, vitamins C and K, and a wealth of antioxidants. If you've ever fallen victim to bland, boiled broccoli, you may be searching for better broccoli recipes you're bound to love. One trendy method of food preparation, known as "melting" vegetables, takes a little extra time and yields an unforgettable batch of broccoli.
To many, the banana pudding at the famed New York City shop Magnolia Bakery is even more iconic than the store's beloved cupcakes. Airy, creamy and delightfully reminiscent of childhood packaged snacks, this dessert is both a crowd pleaser and easy to assemble. You can make Magnolia Bakery's famous banana pudding at home. Beat the condensed milk and water until blended, add the instant pudding mix and beat until the mixture is smooth. Cover and refrigerate overnight, then whip the heavy cream with the mixer running. Add that pudding mixture one spoonful at a time. Mix it until you see no streaks left.
Diwali is often called the festival of lights, a celebration of good over evil. It's the most widely marked festival in India and feels a bit like Christmas does in the west. It's synonymous with fireworks, bright colours, endless parties and tables creaking under the sheer weight of food and desserts. No Diwali is complete without boxes of sweets (mithai) and dried fruit exchanged between friends
Try this sage tea recipe for a soothing herbal drink made with fresh sage and hot water. It's simple to make, flavorful, and full of potential health benefits. When I first started growing herbs, I used them mostly for cooking. But with an abundance of sage taking over my herb garden, I found a new way to use it: herbal tea! What I love about this sage tea recipe is its simplicity and flavor.
Plenty of dry rub wing recipes smack the spice right onto the sizzling chicken. To recreate Wingstop's rich lemon pepper wings, however, you'll need to coat your wings after they're done frying in vegetable oil. Simply mix melted butter and lemon pepper seasoning until thoroughly combined, then toss the mixture over the cooked wings, ensuring each one is fully coated.
When it comes to souffles, even those who consider themselves confident home cooks will often balk at the idea of whipping one up at home, preferring to leave this specific dish to the professionals. There's no beating around the bush - souffles are finicky and require a lot of precision to pull off. However, the saying that practice makes perfect also applies to this complex culinary creation, and what better way to practice than with this cheesy corn souffle recipe, courtesy of recipe developer Jennine Rye?
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're a lover of ketchup, it might come as a surprise to you that tomatoes weren't always a defining ingredient. While most brands of ketchup you see on the shelf are a blend of tomatoes, vinegar, and a sweetener, ketchup doesn't have to stick to the conventional modern formula. Beet ketchup is a wonderfully tasty alternative to tomato ketchup that's very easy to make, not to mention nightshade-free.
If you're in a bind and need to scrape together a quick but easy dessert, Nutella cocoa mousse is the way to go. By adding heavy whipping cream to the rich chocolate and hazelnut spread, you can have a tasty, pillowy mousse in just under 10 minutes. The two-ingredient dish is delicious by the spoonful with such a light texture that you will keep coming back for more. There are just a few simple steps to ensure that your mix hits right every time.
