Comfort food at its finest, our red wine braised short ribs are a classic, and especially delicious when paired with mashed potatoes, rice, or thick buttered egg noodles. Cabernet is ideal for braising, but any dry red wine will do …
Recipe: Roast Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Gravy
Our roast beef tenderloin with mushroom gravy is classic comfort food. It’s quick and easy to prepare and is great served with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.
How to Serve Seafood at Thanksgiving Dinner
Whether you’d like to cater to your pescatarian guests, tip your hat to history (shellfish and fish were served at the first Thanksgiving dinner), or simply shake things up a bit this Thanksgiving, combining sea and land makes for a …
Top Three Tips for Buying Salmon
When it comes to versatility, salmon is a go-to fish you can rely on for any and all occasions. And it’s easy to cook, healthy, and delicious to boot! But finding quality salmon isn’t always as easy. Follow our favorite …
Meat: To Cut or Not to Cut Against the Grain?
If you’re like most, you’ve likely heard or read that meat should always be cut “against the grain.” And, if you’re like most, you may have glazed over this last step in recipes when cooking. So, what is “the grain” …
Recipe: Chimichurri
Especially flavorful with grilled meat, fish, or shrimp, our chimichurri is mildly spicy, adding a touch of heat. Not a fan of heat? Omit the jalapeno. We promise the result will be just as flavorful. Use as a marinade for …
Five Knives Chefs Can’t Live Without
A pen (metaphorically speaking) is to a writer, as a knife is to a chef. Neither can do their job without one. There’s a reason chefs invest in their own set of knives, which they bring with them to every …
Dry-Aged Beef vs. Wet-Aged Beef: The Difference in Taste and Process
Ask any chef about aged beef and watch their eyes light up. If you’ve dined at reputable steakhouses or higher-end restaurants, it is very likely you’ve come across “dry-aged” and “wet-aged” beef on the menu, without really knowing what these …
Recipe: Beef Meatballs
Our beef meatballs are delicious on a roll as a sandwich, with pasta, or topped with Parmesan cheese as a main course.
3 Easy Ways to Clean Cast Iron
Cast iron has a bad rap for being difficult to clean, but contrary to popular belief, it may just be the easiest of your pans to clean.