Pantry pasta dinners deserve their recognition. Boiling salted water and cooking a high-quality dried pasta package results ...

I’ve hosted nearly 10 Thanksgiving dinners over the years and have learned a thing or two on the best way to prepare for the holiday meals. I’ve curated a handful of useful cookware, utensils, and ...

Instead of bringing a large pot of water to a boil, Zani suggests using less water and adding the noodles directly to the pot ...

Even the immortal mint is looking scruffy after the long, hot, dry summer. It didn't all go to Mother Nature, though. The ...

Leftover pasta usually turns sad and sticky because starches tighten and the sauce dries out. I tested five methods for ...

Microwaving food is quick and convenient. Although there is some confusion regarding safety, microwave ovens may retain and ...

Although most dense foods shrivel up or dry out in a microwave, some softer foods handle the microwave heat better. Items such as soup (covered), sauce, plain rice, or mashed potatoes won't lose too ...

Lidia Bastianich is a monumental figure in the history of Italian cooking in the United States. Beginning in the 1980s, her restaurants ignited a nationwide revolution for seasonal Italian food and ...

A new cafe will be just in time for making residents feel cozy this winter when it opens later this year in the Lehigh Valley. Circle Cafe on Main will open for a soft launch by Christmas at 2 N. Main ...

Illinois might be famous for deep-dish pizza, but its Italian pasta scene is equally impressive. Across the state, a handful of restaurants honor old-world traditions, crafting pasta by hand and ...