Matt Duckor
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A Pasta Cookbook Showdown
In Cookbook Versus, we look at two seemingly similar books that are released around the same time, letting you know what type of cook will dig each of them. Today, Mastering Pasta by Marc Vetri versus Pasta By Hand by Jenn Louis.
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4 Impressive Facts About Volcanic Wine
Sure, wine grown in plain old clay or limestone is perfectly fine. But what about wine that's grown in ancient volcanic soil? It's time to take terroir to the next level.
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The Fancy Cheesy Puff That's Easier to Make Than You Think
Butter, water, flour, and eggs. Done.
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The Cocktail to Convert Vodka Haters
To get us through winter's most frustrating month, we turn to the spirit everybody loves to hate.
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The Spring Forward Cocktail
Don't forget to set your clocks forward on Sunday—and don't forget to infuse vodka with rosemary now so that you can enjoy this citrusy cocktail then.
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Go with the Grains
Grains—quinoa, barley, oats, etc.—are one of the most versatile ingredients in our pantry.
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Why Your Muffins Need Cream Cheese in Them
Cream cheese—yes, the silky smooth bagel topping—adds a luxurious new layer to any breakfast muffin.
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5 Dinner Party Talking Points for Beaujolais Wine
These easy-drinking bottles from France are cheap, versatile and—therefore—what you should be bringing to every dinner party. In fact, they're so good, people are bound to ask you about it. This is what to say when they do.
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The One Dumpling Fold You Need to Master
There's no dumpling more iconic than the traditional, pleated variety. With its neatly nipped and tucked folds, it's the like the perfect cartoon version of what a dumpling should look like. Sure, it takes a bit of practice—start with a few of the easier methods [TK link to dumpling article] out there. But with help from Mimi Cheng's Dumplings in NYC, we broke down the process into a totally doable step-by-step.
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Everything You Never Knew About German Food
Think German home cooking is all späetzle and sauerkraut? This new cookbook will make you think again.
Ingredients
This Sweet Potato Bread Has a Secret
It's the addictive, subtly hot spice we love to bake with.
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Classic American Recipes for President's Day Weekend
You've got three days to cook. Make them as American as possible.
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The Easiest, Fastest Way to Make Great Coffee at Home
A few simple steps can take you from muddy sludge to pristine caffeine.
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The Meatless Breakfast Hash of Your Dreams
Big stacks of fluffy pancakes and trays full of crisp bacon are great. But working in a vegetable or two isn't a bad idea, especially as part of a satisfying breakfast hash.