Use this earthy, caramel-y syrup in Andy Ricker’s Phat Thai from his new Pok Pok cookbook. Reprinted with permission from Pok Pok: Food and Stories from the Streets, Homes, and Roadside Restaurants of Thailand by Andy Ricker with JJ Goode. Copyright 2013. Published by Ten Speed Press, a division of Random House. All rights reserved.…
Can a classic combination of vermouth and Campari be simulated without alcohol? In this drink, pomegranate juice replicates the acidity, astringency, and caramel sweetness of vermouth. A few drops of bitters (which contribute a scant amount of alcohol to the drink) add the herbal component and some bitterness, reminiscent of Campari. 2 ounces pomegranate juice…
The cool and creamy combination of chocolate and mint is what keeps us unwrapping another Andes candy or sneaking just one more Thin Mint cookie. With this simple Frappuccino-inspired recipe, your coffee can be just as much of a treat—and still not too sweet. Use any type of milk or whipped cream, including nondairy options,…
This thick and sturdy royal icing is perfect for building a gingerbread house, or giving it quick-dry embellishments. Why It Works Powdered sugar dissolves more readily in raw applications like icing.Egg whites hydrate the sugar, while also providing protein to strengthen the icing.Beating aerates the icing, helping it set more quickly. There are a lot…
Place bananas, kiwis, pears, and tangerine in a food processor; process until very smooth. Add lemon juice and blend until smooth. Add infant cereal, 1 tablespoon at a time, until baby food reaches desired thickness. Scoop 1/3 to 1/2 cup baby food into sandwich-size resealable bags. Squeeze excess air out of bag and seal. Flatten…
This simple drink became popular in the 1970s, though no one’s really sure of its origins. Some stories say it was inspired by the famous gangster film of the same name; others say that the Don himself, Marlon Brando, drank it regularly. I don’t know if we’ll ever know the truth of the tale. Some…
Though I most often picture udon swimming in huge bowls of broth, the thick Japanese noodles are just as comfortable in sautéed form. Well, actually they’re boiled, drained, and then sautéed with a handful of other ingredients. The only major issue to look out for is clumping, which can turn the whole dish into a…
Why It Works Measuring by weight eliminates variables for a precisely calculated blend.True molasses, not blackstrap, gives brown sugar its characteristic flavor and color.Patient mixing ensures a homogeneous blend that behaves just as it should. With a jar of molasses on the shelf, you can always whip up a batch of DIY brown sugar in…
