You’re probably familiar with some members of the legume family, but there’s more to these plants than just peanuts and soybeans. In fact, I didn’t actually know beans about ‘em until I did some ...

“Salt is easily the most important thing chefs keep in the kitchen,” says Robert Hartman, chef de cuisine at Saint Theo’s restaurant in New York City. It helps bring out the natural flavors in food, ...

Characteristics of bell peppers: Bell peppers are large compared to other types of peppers, and can be green, yellow, orange and red (and sometimes purple) in color. They’re not fully ripe in their ...

Grits are a staple in households across the country, and are more nuanced than you may realize. These are the main types on ...

Unpopular opinion, but I prefer quick-cooking oats to old-fashioned oats in baked goods, like cookies, fruit crisps, and granola (and, okay, in my morning bowl of oatmeal too). While many assume quick ...