It even won her a steak cook-off against her husband, Jeffrey.

So many of us are nervous cooks, especially when cooking for others or trying a new recipe for the first time. Is it underseasoned? Overseasoned? Undercooked? Too browned? While our own nervousness ...

Ina Garten, aka the Barefoot Contessa, has been a legend in the home cooking department since the 1970s. She’s an impressive chef, author and personality who specializes in classy comfort food. One ...

Please don't get a squeeze bottle of lime juice.

A homemade white sauce is the base for Ina’s rich, creamy mac and cheese. Shredding your own cheese creates a smoother, more flavorful sauce. Macaroni or cavatappi are best for soaking up cheesy ...

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Always use room-temperature butter and eggs for consistent cookie texture. Chill dough before baking to keep cookies from spreading too much. Use one dough to make multiple cookies and save time ...