An A-Z Guide to Cooking Terms and Definitions

Ever wondered the difference between sauteing and stir-frying? Or a skillet and a saucepan? Our cooking terms glossary to the rescue! Simply Recipes / Alison Czinkota Simply Recipes / Alison Czinkota Every craft has its own language, and that includes cooking. Recipes can be full of words that you dont hear in everyday conversation. We’ll also continue adding definitions as we think of them. Chef’s knife.Alison Bickel A Air fry:To cook in a quick-heating countertop convection oven....

April 20, 2025 · 5 min · 1020 words · Mr. Christopher Keller

An Egg Farmer Reveals Her Secret for the Best Scrambled Eggs

Everything you gotta know to master perfectly fluffy scrambled eggs. There are countless methods and tips out there, each claiming to deliver the ultimate fluffy eggs. Lisa is aseasoned egg enthusiastandauthor, known for her expert knowledge of all things eggs and chickens. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Whisk Away for Airy Eggs Lisas first piece of advice was all about whisking. “Whisk your eggs well,” she advised. “Whisk them and then keep whisking until they’re uniform in color and frothy....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 267 words · Kevin Colon

Anadama Bread

Serve hot with butter and cinnamon. Have you ever had Anadama bread? It’s a traditional dark yeast bread from New England. Elise Bauer like welcomeHank Shawas he shares the recipe for this delicious loaf he made for us the other day. Serve it hot, and then later as toast. Anadama bread also freezes well, which is why this recipe makes two loaves. Elise Bauer It will also take some time to rise properly sometimes 3 to 4 hours....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 248 words · Lisa Carroll

Anchovy-Mustard Vinaigrette

This tangy, punchy, umami filled Dijon anchovy vinaigrette enhances any salad or roasted veggie. What Are Anchovies? In a nutshell, anchovies are small, oily fish with a strong, pungent, and briny flavor. Alison Bickel They are quite delicious when eaten fresh. I particularly love them fried whole, head and all. And heres something you might not know: Southeast Asian fish sauce is commonly made fromyou guessed itanchovies. Alison Bickel Anchovies are typically sold in small tins or jars....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Brenda Gonzalez

Andrea Nguyen

She edited Unforgettable, a cookbook-biography about legendary cookbook author Paula Wolfert. Fun fact:“I was a clue on Jeopardy!” Learn moreabout usand oureditorial process.

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 23 words · Amanda Wyatt

Andrew Zimmern's 5-Ingredient Pasta Is the Most Delicious Weeknight Dinner

“If you love somebody, serve them rigatoni pasta carbonara. This little nugget of information makes him feel like a relatable uncle. And boy, was Zimmern right! Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images Each bite is hearty, deeply soul-satisfying, and never dry. For the pasta cooking time, refer to the instructions on the packaging. Al dente is how I cook all my pasta and noodles. Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan...

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 208 words · Roger Patterson

Andrew Zimmern’s 5-Ingredient Casserole Is Beloved by Midwesterners for Good Reason

It’s a Midwestern classic for good reason. In other words, her food was bland and very dry. Thats why when tasked to try Andrew Zimmerns five-ingredient casserolea tater tot hotdishI was hesitant. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images Was my moms experience a foreshadowing of what was to come? I didnt know, but I was willing to find out. What Is a Hotdish? Simply Recipes / Sara Haas...

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 274 words · Jordan Blankenship

Angel Biscuits

Are you ready for the lightest, fluffiest biscuits ever? Angel biscuits have a heavenly texture because they’re made with baking soda, baking powder, AND yeast. They will be a new favorite! Irvin Lin So, forget the old myth that only Southerners can make decent biscuitsthese biscuits are for everyone! What Are Angel Biscuits? Angel biscuits are made with three leaveners:baking powder, baking soda,andyeast. Irvin Lin They’re the exact opposite of the heavy hockey puck biscuits everyone dreads....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 532 words · Michael Stewart

Angel Hair Pasta with Clams, Cherry Tomatoes, and Basil

we’ll have a wondrous crop. Those twotomatoes and basilsuch perfect partners in the garden, and on the plate. I say “kid pleasing” because my 16-year old nephew gobbled it up and came back for more. Elise Bauer He’s sort of a big kid now, but I think that younger ones would like this too. Toss with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 2 Tbsp of the chopped fresh basil. While the water is coming to a boil, prep the shallots and garlic and start the sauce....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 188 words · Tammy Boyd

Angel Hair Pasta With Garlic, Herbs, and Parmesan

You could easily use other herbs. (1 tablespoon of salt for every 2 quarts of water). Add the sliced garlic, chili pepper flakes, finely chopped herbs, and chopped parsley to the oil. Elise Bauer Cook for one minute or until the parsley has wilted and the garlic is emitting a strong fragrance. The angel hair past will cook in about 2 minutes once it starts, so get everything ready. Once the water is at a rolling boil, add the pasta....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 173 words · Katrina Burke

Angel Hair Pasta with Salmon, Arugula, and Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Sauce

Take advantage of salmon season and make this Angel Hair Pasta with Salmon, Arugula with Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Sauce. you’re able to have this satisfying dinner on the table in a half an hour. Its the most wonderful time of the year! Marta Rivera No, not the holidaysits salmon season! Whats the Deal With Wild Caught Salmon in Season? Thats when youre likely to get great sales on the wild varieties....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 589 words · Mathew Price

Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Parmesan Lemon Cream Sauce

This recipe is a weeknight favorite made in just 30 minutes. Personally I would just eat a smaller portion. Because of the cream it’s more filling and you don’t need as much pasta for a serving. Elise Bauer Use heavy whipping cream to avoid curdling when mixed and heated with the lemon juice. *To defrost frozen shrimp, place them in a bowl of cold water. Simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 180 words · Jordan Carter

Angels on Horseback

A perfect appetizer for any holiday get together! I first encountered this dish when I moved to Long Island in the late 1980s. I can tell you that even now it remains an awesomely tasty dish. Elise Bauer I later switched to lime juice, because I like it even better. Ive used pre-shucked oysters for this many times, too, so just look for the small ones. Where Do Angels on Horseback Get Their Name?...

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 199 words · Jordan Andrews