Who Invented the Sandwich?
The History of the SandwichSome bread, a savory or sweet filling, and your favorite condiments: Sandwiches are a classic go-to for a reason. They’re the perfect lunch—as light or as…
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When Was Cheese Invented, and Where?
Who Invented Cheese? Cheese is one of the food world’s most versatile gifts. What else can you enjoy as a snack, a sandwich, a topping, a dessert, even a dip—all…
What Is Ramen?
The History of RamenRamen is a hit in the United States, with more than 23,000 restaurants—or 3.5% of all eateries—serving the slurp-friendly noodles. You can even find ramen served in…
How to Use a Cast-Iron Skillet
Cast-Iron SkilletsWhat is it about the humble cast-iron skillet that makes it indispensable to professional chefs and home cooks alike? This pan seems to hold a near-mythical place in the…
Important Knife Skills in the Kitchen
Kitchen Knife Skills Unless you’ve done time in a four-star restaurant kitchen (or obsessively watched Julie & Julia), terms like julienne and chiffonade may sound like Greek to you. That’s…
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How to Cook Bacon for Ultimate CrispnessBacon, the gateway meat (aka the most tempting of all meat products for vegetarians), comes in all sizes and flavors—from thin, smoked, and mapled…
How to Cut a Pineapple
The Easiest Ways to Cut a PineappleIn 17th-century America, the pineapple was a sign of hospitality. Since the fruit had to travel long distances, it was seen as a great…
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Cooking 101 Sure, you can follow a recipe. But with an elementary understanding of the most common cooking techniques—aka “ways to cook”—you can begin to enjoy the process, turning your…
Cooking with Mangoes
MangoMangoes, native to India and Southeast Asia, are a rich, nutrient-packed treat enjoyed around the world. The mango offers high levels of antioxidants, copper, folate, and vitamins A, C, E,…
