Month: November 2023

Pot pies are the epitome of cozy. You simply can’t beat a piping hot, creamy stew topped with a flaky crust—and who says it needs meat to be satisfying? A good vegetarian pot pie can turn even the greenest of vegetables into an indulgent meal. This version binds together mushrooms, kale, and white beans with a rich creamy sauce, tucked under a flaky lid of puff pastry. It also comes together in just one oven-safe skillet. While any number of veggies do well in a pot pie, this combination is perfect for fall. Leeks add a hint of sweetness to meaty, savory mushrooms, and the beans become soft and creamy while also lending some heft. Next, a garlicky roux thickens white wine, vegetable stock, and a dash of cream into a velvety sauce. While green...

Scorched. Soggy. Brittle. Soupy. JJ Johnson has heard it all when it comes to people’s problems with cooking rice. This elemental ingredient—one of the most popular staple grains around the world—has a way of tripping up a lot of home cooks in America. And rice doesn’t get a lot of respect from fine dining restaurants in this country either, says Johnson, who’s cooked in his fair share of them in New York City. “A lot of people go to culinary school and maybe learn to make one rice pilaf with a bay leaf—maybe,” says the affable chef and TV host, who recently published his treatise on the subject, The Simple Art of Rice: Recipes From Around the World for the Heart of Your Table, with Danica Novgorodoff. But head to the back of the house during ...

What Is Cacio e Pepe? Cacio e Pepe, a classic Italian pasta dish, exemplifies the beauty of simplicity and the art of using a few high-quality ingredients to create a culinary masterpiece. With its origins deeply rooted in Rome, this iconic dish has been enjoyed for centuries, gaining popularity beyond the confines of Italy and captivating the palates of food enthusiasts worldwide. The name "Cacio e Pepe" translates to "cheese and pepper" in English, which reveals the essence of this delectable pasta creation. The dish has three primary ingredients: pasta, Pecorino Romano cheese, and freshly ground black pepper. Yet, when combined skillfully, these components produce a symphony of flavors that satisfy diners utterly. Here's how you pronounce cacio e pepe - (kaa chee ow ee...