Postmortem: A Bittersweet Farewell to Fine Cooking Magazine
Once upon a time, nestled among the myriad of food and lifestyle publications, was a little culinary gem known as Fine Cooking Magazine. Rich with meticulously crafted recipes, dazzling food photography, and in-depth technique articles, it was a haven for … Continue reading Postmortem: A Bittersweet Farewell to Fine Cooking Magazine
Refrigerator Pesto: Using What You Got!
Flashback Friday > Fine Cooking Magazine 2020 Use Whatcha Got! What fresh tender herbs lurk in your refrigerator right now? The ones that you’ve perhaps forgotten about? These tender herbs, once vibrant and full of anticipation, waiting patiently for their … Continue reading Refrigerator Pesto: Using What You Got!
The 2023 Summer Fancy Food Show
I’m just back from the 67th Summer Fancy Food Show held annually at New York’s iconic Javits Center, and I thought it would be fun to share some highlights. For those unfamiliar with it, the Fancy Food Show is the … Continue reading The 2023 Summer Fancy Food Show
Caring for Cast-Iron Skillets
Perhaps you’ve inherited a cast-iron skillet from a beloved family member, you’ve wisely purchased one from a housewares store, or you’ve been lucky enough to discover one bargain-priced at a yard sale (I bought that tiny saucepan in the header … Continue reading Caring for Cast-Iron Skillets
Chicken Chili Lime Burgers
Admit it. Ground chicken is hardly exciting, and it can be a real challenge to keep it both flavorful and juicy. Although it’s a leaner, healthier choice than ground beef or pork, with a lower saturated fat content, this recipe … Continue reading Chicken Chili Lime Burgers
Baingan Bharta
Appearances can be deceiving, so at first glance, it’s easy to underestimate the complexity of Baingan Bharta, the vegetarian dish from Northern India. While this mixture may resemble a simple, unassuming vegetable stew, don’t be fooled! The harmonious blend of … Continue reading Baingan Bharta
Caramelized Zucchini Planks
Caramelized Zucchini with Rigatoni, Peas, Tomatoes, and Mixed Herbs Zucchini is like the old friend you can only bear to see occasionally. You love them, but they always overstay their welcome. Invite them into your garden by planting just a … Continue reading Caramelized Zucchini Planks
Marinated Cheese
I love recipes that use unexpected ingredients which work unexpectedly well together. That’s what resulted when I developed the recipe for Warm Ravioli Salad with Marinated Cheese, Apple, and Tomato, which appeared in Fine Cooking Magazine’s August/September 2019 issue (#160). … Continue reading Marinated Cheese
Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower, Arugula & Prosciutto
In 2006, one of Fine Cooking Magazine’s regular offerings (which devout subscribers will remember) was a Recipe Foldout. And it was precisely that—four pages that housed eight short recipes that boasted dinner in 30 minutes or less. Printed on heavy, … Continue reading Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower, Arugula & Prosciutto
Good Things, Small Packages
Mary Jo is a petite person with a colossal personality. She strides into a room, her glowing, larger-than-life aura in tow. Bursting with contagious energy and positivity, she’s the kind of person you want in your corner when you’re having … Continue reading Good Things, Small Packages
Glazed Hasselback Ham with Pineapple
Just when you think you’ve seen everything in the world “hasslebacked” I submit for your consideration: Glazed Hasselback Ham with Pineapple. I developed this recipe for the December/January 2020 issue (#162) of FC for one of our advertisers, Dole. After … Continue reading Glazed Hasselback Ham with Pineapple
Spring and Greek Easter
I’m looking forward to Spring this year, which begins on March 20. Finally, the Earth will wake from hibernating, the weather will warm up, days will get longer, plants will sprout, trees will turn green, and the world will seem … Continue reading Spring and Greek Easter
Recipe: Ravioli Lasagna – Easy & Fun!
What if I told you that I dreamed up an easy, fun, and stress-free way to make a scrumptious, unctuous lasagna that anyone (even your kids) can make? It’s Ravioli Lasagna! Think about it; doesn’t it make sense to simplify … Continue reading Recipe: Ravioli Lasagna – Easy & Fun!
Restaurant Quality Steak at Home: Chef’s Techniques
Tips & Tricks for Dry-Aging, Cooking, and Resting This is an update to my 2020 post about cooking restaurant-quality steak in 15 minutes, with a new video, a PDF of my recipe, and many more details, tips, and tricks. It’s … Continue reading Restaurant Quality Steak at Home: Chef’s Techniques
Quick & Healthy: Pasta with Broccoli, Sundried Tomatoes & Olives
Documenting a Family Favorite for Fine Cooking Magazine. Maybe it’s genetic. Coming from a Mediterranean background, I can’t help but love pasta. And I love it even more when it’s all jumbled up with other delicious ingredients like lightly blanched, … Continue reading Quick & Healthy: Pasta with Broccoli, Sundried Tomatoes & Olives
Chef Diana Andrews 