The good news is that even if your early crepes have funny lumps and bulges or aren't paper-thin, they're still gonna be… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Like a good grilled cheese, a good quesadilla is one that takes its time cooking, for a thoroughly melted interior and nice,… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
The key characteristics of a tempura-style batter are extreme lightness of color and texture: Good tempura should be pale blond with an… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
I was very involved in back of the house, and finding good people is by far the hardest thing. So, when you're… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
It's good to recognize your flaws, but it's also good to recognize your skills. — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
After your knife and your cutting board, quality pots and pans are the most important tools in your kitchen, and a good… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
See, tomato skins are really good at keeping tomato juices inside the tomato, but they have one defect: Moisture can escape from… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
No matter how many great things you say about Jacques Pepin, there's always more. Through his books and videos, he taught me the importance… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
The good news is that even if your early crepes have funny lumps and bulges or aren't paper-thin, they're still gonna be plenty edible… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
A tempura batter has a lifespan of only moments before the flour becomes too saturated with water and a fresh batter must be made. — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Many call for cooking pasta directly in milk, a technique that works okay, but it can lead to scorching if you're not super careful… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
A fridge is basically just a big, cold box with a few shelves in it, right? Well, that's true, but where you store food… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Cooking for a family, and specifically cooking to stimulate exploration of new flavors and textures, has led to mealtimes that are both healthier and… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Kids do gross things. For several months, mine would combine everything on her plate into a single bowl, pour her drink on top of… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Generally, if two ingredients sound like they're going to taste bad together, they're probably going to taste bad together. — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
There was a lightbulb moment as soon as I walked in the kitchen and started working. I love the physical action. I love the… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
