Magazine Articles


January

Pitting Olives

Pitting olives may be the pits, but here’s a tip to make the job easy.

Storing Whole Wheat

To keep whole wheat flour from spoiling, store it in an airtight sealed bag or container for up to 6 months in the refrigerator or indefinitely in the freezer.

A Salute to Shallots

It’s time to give shallots their due. They tend to take a backseat to their relative, the onion, yet they’re the backbone of many modern dishes and play a key role in classical French cooking.

Preparing Polenta

Polenta, similar to grits or cornmeal mush, is creamy, homey and easy to make. This Northern Italian staple is a refreshing alternative to rice, noodles or potato sides.