Buttermilk is understated--a quiet, old-fashioned ingredient that brings its own small delight to summer dishes. Yet a bit of buttermilk imparts a tangy and refreshing edge to cakes, salad dressings, ...

These gingerbread muffins are a MUST! You're going to love the moist texture and delightful gingerbread flavor. It will ...

Though often served unmolded, chef E. Michael Reidt's vanilla panna cotta is so tender that he serves it in ramekins. Panna cotta — literally "cooked cream" in Italian — is a silky, eggless custard ...

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Vanilla is among the most popular flavoring agents in the world. It’s favored for its pleasing taste and calming aroma. Vanilla is extracted from the mature pods of certain orchids, commonly the ...

People who love to bake know that what they whip up in the kitchen is only as good as the ingredients they put into it. Reach for baking powder beyond its expiration date or substitute buttermilk for ...

Amelia Schwartz is a Brooklyn-based writer and editor who has been covering food, beverage, and culture for over seven years. She is currently an editor at Food & Wine magazine, focusing on trends and ...