It's widely accepted by now that the reverse sear method of cooking steak is one of the best ways to achieve a perfectly cooked, juicy steak with a crusty exterior. It works especially well for thick cuts of meat like ribeye steaks, and those with dry rub seasonings. This Coffee Rubbed Steak Recipe gives you...
Cooking Skills and How-To's
How to Make Tomato Sauce Less Acidic (3 ways)
We've all been there. You're making tomato sauce with delicious, fresh ingredients, things like tomatoes, garlic, onions, and fresh basil. And it smells to die for! But there's one problem- you taste it and realize it still has an acidic taste... This is a common problem all home cooks run into at one point or...
Turkey Smash Burgers
This easy, flavor-packed Turkey Smash Burger Recipe has everything going for it- smashed crispy edges, quick cook time, avocado, and a homemade kimchi mayo that packs a spicy umami punch. It's the perfect recipe for using a stovetop griddle. Kimchi goes so well with turkey and chicken because it adds a burst of umami that...
Pastina with Egg
Pastina with Egg and Cheese is the definition of comfort food. In fact, some people even refer to it as "Italian Penicillin." It's a soft food, but it's not boring. The egg gives it protein, the parmesan gives it real flavor, and a little butter gives it its silky smooth texture. It's very similar to...
Tomato and Mascarpone Risotto
This luscious Tomato and Mascarpone Risotto is easy to make and absolutely to die for. It relies on high quality ingredients and good technique to achieve the most flavor out of only 7 ingredients. Hot salted water is the best cooking liquid for this risotto, as it allows the fresh tomatoes and mascarpone to really...
Vodka Pizza
Pizza with Vodka Sauce is becoming insanely popular at many pizzerias here in New York City. So many people, myself included, just love the creaminess of vodka sauce. It's less acidic and even a little sweeter than regular tomato sauce. So it makes perfect sense to put it on pizza. The best vodka pizza in...
Eggplant Milanese; Italian-Style Fried Aubergine
Eggplant Milanese, Eggplant Cutlets, Aubergine Milanese, or simply fried eggplant is an Italian staple. In fact, it's arguably the most perfect way to eat eggplant... Delightfully tasty and crispy on the outside and perfectly tender and juicy on the inside, Eggplant Milanese is an absolute treat. And it's actually quite easy to make. This Eggplant...
How to Cut Pizza WITHOUT a Pizza Cutter
In this quick and fun tutorial I'll show you my favorite way to cut pizza, which doesn't require a pizza cutter OR a knife... In fact, it requires one item that everyone has in their home: scissors! Who am I to tell YOU how to cut pizza? If you're new here, hi! And welcome to...
Authentic Italian Chicken Cutlets
For many Italian-Americans, chicken cutlets are a staple in the weekly dinner rotation. It's truly amazing just how delicious and satisfying something so simple can be. If you didn't grow up eating them, now's your chance.