Certainly, it just depends upon what the food is. Chinese food is often prepared very rapidly, but from ingredients that may have been chopped or marinated well in advance. On the other hand, how do you roast a turkey, for...

Easy techniques for a juicier, more flavorful piece of meat without waiting all night.

How to entertain the easy way.

Pear eau de vie with a side of pear and a touch of bubbly.

Six months ago you nabbed a reservation at the hottest restaurant in town. Now the meal of your life is two days away. You have to be prepared. You have to be psyched. You have to make the most of it. But how?

A big hit on the CHOW camping trip, though it’s great anytime.

Shards of almond crust make it anything but dowdy.

Oven-roasted shrimp pair up with a classic Spanish sauce of almonds and bell peppers.

I will be preparing most of a meal in advance, but I am unsure about how to reheat the following courses: -chicken liver for crostini -salt cod puree -asparagas flan (in individual ramekins) osso buco (I guess this is easy just...

This light, sweet dessert is known as “pillow cake” here at CHOW.

A sweet, citrusy cake made with kosher ingredients.

Ceviche meets shrimp tail.

A classic from Chef Charlie Palmer.

Tangy lemons and capers liven up vegetables for a quick, healthy side dish.

? I’d like a not-too starchy filling, if you know what I mean. I’ve already washed them, which I gather might have been a mistake if I want to freeze them. Thanks in advance for any advice... PDA