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Beaten or whipped egg whites are used in bring lightness and softness to various recipes.

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Browning meat before cooking gives it a more complex and delicious flavor.

Tags: Basic technique, beef tenderloin, carne di manzo, Easy, extra-virgin olive oil, loin of lamb, salt, veal loin

A quick and easy way to cover fruit or any other ingredient with a decadent layer of caramel.

Tags: Basic technique, dried fruit, Easy, fresh fruit, glucose syrup, sugar

In addition to decorating your favorite molds, caramel provides a delicious slightly bitter after taste to your favorite desserts.  

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A brief knife guide that should help you understand what type of knife to use for various preparations.

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Originally from America, pumpkins are quite satisfying due to their high fiber content.

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Crisp and flavorful, fennel is one of the most commonly consumed vegetables in the Mediterranean.

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Originally from America, bell peppers have been grown throughout Europe for centuries now. Here are a few tips for how to clean them.

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Artichokes have been a part of the Mediterranean diet for a very long time and can be prepared in a variety of ways. Try eating them by themselves, as a ...

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Mushrooms are a food lover’s dream.

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Mussels and clams are often used in Italian pasta recipes and seafood dishes.

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Shrimp and squid are commonly found in Italy. Here is a guide to how to prep them for cooking.

Tags: Basic technique, calamari, crayfish, Easy

Vegetables are a fundamental part of the Mediterranean diet. Here are a couple of tips for how to clean the most common ones.

Tags: Basic technique, broccoli, chard, Easy, leek, string bean, Torbole Broccoli

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Pasta is one of the most popular Italian foods, known and loved throughout the world. Pasta must be cooked al dente in order to be truly Italian.  

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