Want to Bake Bread at Home? Start With These 3 Beginner Bread Recipes

So, I hear you want to bake bread! That's music to my bread-loving ears. Even if you've never opened a package of yeast or taken your KitchenAid's dough hook out of the box, don't worry about a thing. Here are our three easiest, most basic, and most foolproof bread recipes for you to try first, plus plenty of helpful tips and tutorials to make sure your first loaf is a success.

Ideas for Healthy, Quick Recipes for a Sit-Down Family Breakfast? Good Questions

Q: My husband is going back to school in the fall and we have two young kids, so we've decided that we'll try switching our main family meal to breakfast rather than dinner to try and keep us connected. I know we can have family time over bowls of cereal, but it would be nice to make it a little more special as often as possible.

Get the Most Out of Your Mandoline:
Tips and Techniques

Do you have a mandoline hiding in the back of your pantry, just begging to be used? Get into the habit with these recipes and tips for making the most out of this versatile tool. More

Suggestions for Make-Ahead Picnic Foods for a Crowd? Good Questions

Q: I am hosting a family picnic in Wisconsin the 2nd week of June. Some kids but mostly adults. I'm living in California now and am much more of a foodie than my Midwestern family. I'd love some family-friendly and "not too foodie" ideas for a picnic. We won't have a grill, so all the dishes will need to be made ahead.

How I Turned Store-Bought Flowers into Pretty Arrangements for a Party Gatherings from The Kitchn

I love flowers, tulips especially. So when I decided to throw a spring dinner party earlier this month, I knew that flowers would be a major part of my decorating plan. But here's the thing: I'm not a floral designer, nor did I have a huge budget to spend on a fancy professional arrangement. So here's how I put together a few pretty arrangements for my table with only a bunch of lilacs and two bouquets of tulips.

I Want to Start Cooking. Where Do I Start? Good Questions

Q: I am one of those "can't boil water" people who never really cooks. I want to learn, but I'm not sure where to start. I'm finally moving into my own place this summer and I don't have any tools of my own. What do I need and what are some easy recipes that I can start learning with?

Ideas for Making Heinz-Style Baked Beans from Scratch? Good Questions

Q: How can I recreate at home Heinz baked beans with the red tomato sauce, typical of english breakfasts? My little brother loves the taste.

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4 Easy Steps to Learn More About Cheese The Cheesemonger

I've been hearing the same question for years: "What's the best way to learn about cheese?" The answer will make your taste buds happy.

3 Rules for Pairing Wines with Spicy Foods

Do you ever wonder why so many people automatically reach for a beer to go with African, Asian, or Caribbean foods? Answer: Beer is refreshing, and it does not clash with the many feisty, fiery flavors of chilies, herbs, spices and sauces that are the signature of these many and varied cuisines. But don't put away your wine glasses just yet!

7 Things My Toddlers Would (Almost) Always Eat

Toddlers are funny. They think they know everything, including what they like and don’t like to eat. But they can be fooled, at least some of the time. Take soup. My little ones liked soup — just not always with a spoon. So I called it "dip," passed them a bowl of carrot sticks and declared it a meal! Here are seven things my toddlers would (almost) always eat.