For bright-green, crisp-tender vegetables, all you need is water, salt, and ice.

The original Roman gourmet Apicius got straight to the heart of the pleasure we derive from food when he said, "We eat first with our eyes" back in the first century A.D. A tremendous portion of food ...

To appeal to picky eaters everywhere, I decided to test three different asparagus cooking methods to find the best one: ...

Blanching involves a short cook time in boiling water and then an ice bath to stop the cooking. Blanching green beans softens them while retaining a crisp-tender texture and bright green color. Blanch ...

We love fresh, seasonal produce for its superb flavor and vibrant color, especially during the summer. But these prized traits are fleeting. This is where blanching can come in to save the day, ...

To blanch or not to blanch? That is the question when it comes to making basil pesto. Many cooks blanch the leaves for a few seconds so the pesto retains a vibrant green color. But will a few seconds ...

Group of fresh organic garlic bulbs on wooden cutting board - Jana Kollarova/Shutterstock Garlic is a cornerstone of almost every savory recipe, regardless of cuisine. When it's used properly, it ...

Asparagus is at the top of our list of spring produce—and it's probably your favorite, too. Knowing how to cook asparagus is important if you want to enjoy all that the vegetable has to offer. April ...