Caramelizing onions slowly in butter produces best results. Homemade chicken stock is better than store-bought beef stock. Fish sauce, cider vinegar, and sherry add depth to broth. Simple ingredients (onions, stock, salt) can make exceptional soup
Roasting and baking use oven heat between 200-400 degrees. Broiling heats food above surface at 400 degrees for crispy exterior. Frying cooks food in oil bath after breading. Steaming uses boiling water to create steam for gentle cooking. Grilling exposes food to radiant heat from open flame
Steak can be cooked on grill, cast-iron, or Instant Pot. Rib-eye steaks can be grilled using three different methods. Carne asada can be made in Instant Pot with smoky spices
Sautéing involves cooking food in oil until browned. Broiling uses direct heat from above in oven. Simmering cooks food gently below boiling point. Boiling brings liquid past 212°F with rapid bubbles
Author's childhood love for corn on the cob comes from mom's farm stand service. Recipe yields sweet, juicy corn with butter, salt, and pepper
Classic French beef stew is a popular comfort food with thousands of 5-star reviews. Well-marbled beef is seared and braised in wine-based broth. Meat becomes tender and enveloped in rich sauce