These techniques add depth and flavor to everyday dishes. French cooking is great because its simple core techniques help turn basic ingredients into rich, flavorful dishes. Mastering methods like ...

A new history by Luke Barr chronicles the innovations, excesses and chauvinism of the French chefs who spawned a revolution ...

Think about standing in your kitchen, uncertain whether you can pull off something remotely French. You're staring at a saucepan, wondering if this whole "learning to cook" thing is just another setup ...

Pastry dough, butter, and sugar encase and caramelize apples for a deliciously flaky upside-down dessert. Opt for store-bought puff pastry to make things easier, or make your own homemade version.