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Cooking for yourself, especially with a busy schedule, is more efficient and enjoyable when you know the right techniques and systems to save you time and energy.

Learning essential techniques allows you to understand the “why” behind a recipe and how to modify it with the ingredients you have. Pick up the basics like how to stir fry and how to press tofu. Or join the ongoing discussion on complex, evolving issues like how to eat less meat without going vegetarian.

Combine these techniques with an ingredients-first approach and you’ll start looking forward to eating in instead of ordering out.

How to eat healthy when physically distancing

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Does your face begin to itch the moment you step foot into the grocery store? Tackling these food and cooking issues with stories on how we’re handling it.

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How to avoid disappointment when baking at high altitude

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Failing to bake at high altitudes no matter what adjustments you try? Overwhelmed by all the advice? Check out these resources to save cakes & cookies.

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How to avoid a soggy bottom crust when baking a quiche

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A soggy crust on a quiche or a pasty bottom crust ruin your hard work. Find out how to avoid a soggy crust even if you’re blind baking your pie crust!

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How to make pâte brisée: Flaky and buttery French dough for pies and quiches

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Pâte brisée is perfect for sweet and savory pies and quiches. Learn the secret tricks to make this pie dough without special equipment and how to avoid common mistakes like chewy crusts that are as hard as a rock.

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How to press tofu without a special press, testing 5 different ways for optimal pan frying

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Why press tofu? Should you use a tofu press? Slice it? Press it? Blot it? Learn the optimal way to get crispy, golden pan-fried tofu with minimal effort.

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