Are you familiar with fennel? You may have heard of it, but it's safe to say the average at-home cook might be at a loss for ways to use it in the kitchen. If you've never experimented with fennel, ...

1. Set the oven at 350 degrees. 2. In a small baking dish, spread the almonds. Toast them in the oven for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring several times, or until they are toasted; set aside for the garnish.

This puréed broccoli soup is so flexible. Substitute asparagus or zucchini for the fennel in this recipe when they’re in season; cook them along with the broccoli. The crunchy, garlicky croutons are ...

There are few more alluring -- and satisfying -- dishes than braises, especially now that there’s a little chill in the air. Inevitably, they’re fork-tender and flavorful, glossy with rich, aromatic ...

1. Set the oven at 425 degrees. Have on hand a large skillet with an oven-proof handle and a rimmed baking sheet. 2. Remove about one-third of the tomatoes from the vine and slice in half. Leave the ...

In my day job as a Latin teacher, we spend some time on well-known Latin sayings, among them "De gustibus non est disputandum," which translates to, “In matters of taste, it must not be argued.” Or, ...

1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fennel and onion and cook until slightly softened, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes ...

Preheat a grill to medium-high and make sure the grate is clean. Rub fish all over with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced preserved lemon rind and fennel seeds. Season fish cavity and exterior with salt ...

I cook a dish which I deem an excellent “gateway vehicle” to the wonder of fennel for many of my friends, and I’ve gone to absurd lengths in order to convert many a licorice-averse acquaintance to ...

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