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Blanch (a vegetable)

In cooking, blanching an ingredient refers to immersing it in boiling water for a few minutes. There are two techniques, depending on the desired result:Removing a strong flavor: To do this, ...

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Soft butter

Soft butter is frequently used by professional chefs and passionate home cooks. It adds a creamy texture and delicious flavor to many dishes. What is softened butter? Soft butter is simply butter ...

Japan

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I fell in love with these matcha financiers while dining at a Korean restaurant. So here’s my top recipe, after several attempts! Serve these little treats warm with a scoop of ice cream, and you’re ...

Indonesia

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Crispy Satay Sauce

Satay sauce is a condiment originating in Southeast Asia, made with local spices and seasonings, as well as roasted peanuts. It gets its name from the popular skewered meat dish in that region, which ...

Alsace and Lorraine

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My Easy Sweet Gugelhupf

Here is my Alsatian mother’s recipe for an easy, homemade sweet Kougelhopf (pronounced “Kouglof”). It’s a cake I absolutely love, and I make it very often, much to the delight of the whole ...

Italy

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Butternut squash risotto with grilled bacon and walnuts

Here is my take on the recipe for butternut squash risotto with bacon, inspired by the version created by Laurent Mariotte, the food columnist for France Info. It’s a dish that’s both easy to make ...

Thailand

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Thai-Style Red Curry with Tofu

This Thai-style red tofu curry is made with a variety of vegetables and typical Asian spices, all simmered gently in coconut milk. For those who aren’t familiar with it, tofu—this soy “cheese”—offers ...

Indonesia

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Chicken Skewers with Satay Sauce

This recipe for chicken skewers with satay sauce is very popular in Indonesian and Thai cuisine. These irresistible skewers are perfect for an Asian-inspired or contemporary dinner. They’ll also add ...

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Easy Zucchini Flan

Here is my recipe for zucchini flan—easy to make and delicious. This zucchini flan is one of my summer classics. It’s a dish that’s simple, flavorful, and satisfying all at once. Zucchini pairs very ...

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Salmon and Spinach Sun Tart

Here is my recipe for a salmon and spinach sun tart. The sun tart is the "trendy" dish of the moment, perfect for a cocktail party. This sun-shaped tart made of crispy pastry is a treat for ...