Many chefs prefer their trusty knives over specialty cutting gadgets when it comes to slicing and dicing ingredients, but those who want to avoid the smell of garlic on their hands and cutting boards ...

While watching Nancy Silverton make pesto, I had one of those "why didn't I think of that" moments. To quickly season a batch of celery leaf pesto, Silverton grated in garlic; she explained, "I like ...

Once a woodworking tool, the Microplane is a culinary tool that makes everything easier, from shaving chocolate to grating ginger. Here are some tips and tricks for using your Microplane. The ...

Garlic contains a sulfur compound called allicin. When broken down, it creates a more pungent flavor. The finer, or smaller, the garlic is cut, the stronger the flavor and scent. Slice garlic for a ...