Kitchen Guide

To fix potato cakes that fall apart, chill the mashed potatoes first, then bind the mixture with an egg and a few tablespoons of flour.

For 9 people, buy a whole turkey between 11 and 14 pounds — based on the standard 1 to 1½ pounds per person rule.

Dried ancho chiles are ripened red poblanos with a mild heat and sweet, raisin-like flavor that makes them an ideal base for creamy chowders.

A 3 lb meatloaf at 400°F typically takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes to reach a safe internal temperature of 160°F.

Pan-frying asparagus takes 3 to 10 minutes depending on spear thickness — thin spears cook in 3-6 minutes, thick spears in 8-10 minutes.

Quinoa pairs well with roasted vegetables, beans, chicken, fish, eggs, and sauces, making it a versatile base for salads and bowls.

Making fudgy brownies from scratch relies on a higher fat-to-flour ratio than cakey brownies, with melted butter and no leavening agents for a dense.

Turkey meatloaf typically bakes at 350°F for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F at the center.

Giving a pre-seasoned pan an initial oven seasoning before first use helps strengthen the factory coating and improve its non-stick performance.

Shrimp bisque achieves its signature silky texture by puréeing the soup with cooked rice or heavy cream.