Recipes & Techniques

Immerse yourself in the artistry of culinary creation! Explore a treasure trove of recipes and techniques spanning cuisines and skill levels, empowering you to refine your culinary craftsmanship.

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Freshin Up Your California Rolls

Who needs to go out for sushi when you are a culinary school student?! We know…the whole seaweed and rolling and...

February 28, 2017
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Up Your Pasta Game With Spinach & Artichoke Lasagna

Everyone’s favorite party dip gets a pasta night makeover with this ooey gooey spinach and artichoke lasagna from an online...

February 21, 2017
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Make Fresh Pasta In Less Than 20 Minutes

What if I told you that making pasta from scratch only required three ingredients and about 20 minutes of your...

February 17, 2017
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Coq Au Vin In A Single Pot

  Burgundian French – a simple stew of rooster in wine, lardons, mushrooms, onion and garlic. Specifically, the rooster, or...

February 14, 2017
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Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pie Cookies

Look out Lil Debbie – Chef Anne is coming for ya! Just imagine the happy smiles you’ll receive in return...

February 7, 2017
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Cutting Up A Whole Chicken Into 8 Yummy Pieces

Why are whole chickens so much cheaper than pieces? Because the store didn’t have to do a thing except bag...

February 6, 2017
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Cheddar Stuffed Cheesy Bread

Something magical happens when bread and cheese come together. Birds sing, the sky opens and deliciousness is rained down upon...

January 31, 2017
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Winter Chicken Paprikash Recipe

With the holidays gone and summer still a ways off (depending on where you live anyway) it can often be...

January 23, 2017
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The Easiest S’mores Pie

Can we get s’more of this delicious pie? Campfire jokes aside, this easy tart is everything we could ever want...

December 22, 2016
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Holiday Eggnog Cookies

When it comes to the holidays, there’s nothing that a big glass of eggnog can’t cure. If you’re anything like...

December 22, 2016
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Bourbon Spiked Hot Chocolate

Let’s face it. Being an adult doesn’t come with a lot of perks. Bills, laundry, work and cleaning rank high...

December 21, 2016
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Avocado Hollandaise Sauce With Sea Bass and Mexican Chayote

If you want to switch up your hollandaise game, this is the recipe for you. Our favorite mother sauce gets...

December 19, 2016
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Easy Maryland Crab Cakes

Is there a time when crab cakes don’t ever sound like a good idea? We don’t think so. Which is...

December 19, 2016
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Flourless Chocolate Cake

The OG GF cake. More like a souffle, this flourless chocolate cake is extra heavy on the chocolate and way...

December 16, 2016
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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Looking for a fast and easy way to give a little homemade goods? Banana bread is a favorite and constant...

December 15, 2016
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Butternut Squash Gratin

When it comes to things being smothered in tons of cheese, it’s hard to really go wrong. So, even if...

December 13, 2016
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Pumpkin Pie Gingersnap Cheesecake

Pumpkin pie, gingersnaps and cheesecake, all rolled into one super yummy dessert. You don’t get more ultimate than that. Crumbled...

December 9, 2016
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Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Tart

Hello there, decadence. Creamy chocolate ganache and salty sweet caramel get a reboot with this extra luxurious tart. Flaky, buttery...

December 8, 2016
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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Boy oh boy, will Santa be happy with you for making these delicious chocolate crinkle cookies. One of our favorite...

December 5, 2016
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White Pumpkin Soup With Finger Lime, Duck Leg Confit and Pumpkin Leaf

Do you have what it takes to cook like the chef of a 3 star Michelin restaurant? Test your techniques...

November 23, 2016
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Lobster Macaroni and Cheese

How can you make mac and cheese even more luxurious and indulgent than it already is? By adding lobster, of...

November 21, 2016
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Autumn Pumpkin Soup

The amazing thing about pumpkin, and one of the reasons we love it so much, is how it can complement...

November 17, 2016
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Make Your Own Halloween Bark

This Halloween Bark has everything you could ever want: chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate. Our favorite way to combine all...

October 24, 2016
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Simple Shrimp Ceviche

Now that summer is finally here, seafood is in constant rotation for our menus. Whatever is freshest and cheapest, we’re...

June 29, 2016
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Homemade Herb Garlic Pesto

A good pesto is trickier than you may think. Many believe that if you throw all the right ingredients in,...

June 1, 2016
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Seared Watermelon Carpaccio

Searing is one of our favorite techniques to whip out when we feel like getting creative with recipes. In this...

May 18, 2016
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Torta di Marmellata

Sometimes the simplest things in life are also the best. This traditional sponge cake gets a little bit of a...

May 10, 2016
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Perfectly Poached Salmon And Tarragon Cream Sauce

Poaching fish can be a great alternative to other forms of cooking: whether it’s baking, grilling, searing or frying. Not...

May 4, 2016
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Hamburger innovations

Find your own twist on the classic burger by learning about some of America's best.

April 20, 2016
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Chef Tutorial: How To Make Aioli

Aioli, the sister condiment to mayonnaise, is one of our favorite dishes to make in the food processor. Although Escoffier...

April 20, 2016
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How To Cook Perfectly Seared Scallops

When it comes to seafood dishes, nothing quite captures the taste and texture of perfectly seared scallops. Perhaps it’s the...

April 6, 2016
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How To Make Egg Yolk Ravioli

Simple, elegant and absolutely delicious, the egg yolk ravioli is one of the culinary world’s many wonders. Homemade pasta and...

March 23, 2016
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Making Fresh Pasta Dough From Scratch

If you’ve never had fresh pasta, it’s really almost a religious experience. Opposed to American-style Italian food, in Italy the...

March 8, 2016
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Making Fresh Pasta

Use the tips below to begin experimenting and developing your own preferred technique for making pasta.

January 27, 2016
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Exploring Hawaiian Cuisine

By exploring some signature Hawaiian foods, you will discover an array unique ingredients, flavors and cooking techniques.

January 14, 2016
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How To Make Perfect Poached Eggs In Butter

If you’re looking for the ultimate indulgent dish, look no further than these unique eggs. If you want to seriously...

December 10, 2015
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The 4 Places To Eat Out In Austin This Thanksgiving

Even if you're not home this Turkey Day, there are plenty of ways to celebrate with a great meal across Austin. 

November 25, 2015
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Opa!: The 4 Best Greek Restaurants In All Of Austin

In the mood for a gyro or some spanakopita? Austin is home to some truly tasty Green eateries. 

November 16, 2015
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How To Make Homemade Butter

If you’re as much an avid lover of butter as we are, then you run through that stuff pretty quickly....

November 12, 2015
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It’s That Time Of Year Again: What To Do With All Of Those Apples

About halfway through August, people start getting tired of the heat and start talking about sweater weather and everything they love about fall. 

November 5, 2015
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