As mentioned in previous columns and in my cookbooks, my Grandma Potempa would make her own homemade cheese at our family farm when my dad was growing up. Our family is Polish, but when I think of ...

Chef Alison Roman visits TODAY with surprising advice for throwing you next dinner party: Ask for help, pick your battles, and never apologize! She also shows how to make easy dishes for entertaining, ...

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Marinate on this: Why are marinades so important in cooking? The benefit of meat marinades is that they help to both tenderize and flavor the meat, and in some cases, the acidic element can help keep ...

Carneros, Calif.--Here’s the image of a dinner party in the wine country: Formally dressed guests gather at some centuries-old chateau. The table is set with heavy silver and antique china.

Cookbook author Kim Kushner understands the need for lively matzoh toppers during the week of Passover. This recipe, from Kushner’s new cookbook, “I Heart Kosher: Beautiful Recipes From My Kitchen” ...

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