Rather than mixing all the salad ingredients together, dress each item separately and then arrange them on a large platter.

Be sure to use low-sodium chicken broth in this recipe; regular chicken broth will make the dish extremely salty. The broccoli is blanched in the same water… more »

Using a pizza stone in the oven helps super-heat the pan bottom, but this method works well without the stone, too.

The garlic is quickly and easily pureed with a garlic press. Alternatively, you can mince it with a chefs knife, sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and continue… more »

Maintaining an even oil temperature is key to the success of this recipe. An instant-read thermometer with a high upper range is perfect for checking the… more »

No-boil noodles and a quick meat sauce that cooks in just 15 minutes are the secrets of our streamlined lasagna recipe.

For a complete meal of meat, vegetables, and sauce, add carrots, potatoes, and parsnips near the end of the cooking time.

Don't be timid about getting the pan hot - the dish derives its flavor from well-browned meat and mushrooms.