Tri-ply pans try to split this difference by sandwiching a layer of aluminum in between two layers of steel. They heat evenly… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
The higher the temperature you use to cook, the faster energy is transferred, and the less evenly your meat cooks. Conversely, the… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Like regular table salt, MSG can also help boost our perception of other existing flavors. Tomato soup with a pinch of MSG… — 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… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Anyone who understands evolution knows that it doesn't necessarily lead from simpler to more complex life-forms. Rather, it leads to life-forms better… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Typically, the thinner the gauge of a pan, the more intense the hot and cool spots that form on its interior, which… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
Steel is dense, which means that, for a given volume, it can hang on to more thermal energy than aluminum can. On… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
The texture of Mexican crema is thinner than that of regular American sour cream, but it also has a more distinct tang… — J. Kenji Lopez-Alt Copy Share Image
The higher the surface area-to-volume ratio of a given amount of meat, the more efficiently it will freeze and the less damage… — 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
