TIP OF THE DAY: Try Different Focaccia Toppings

Focaccia (foe-KAH-cha) is a thick Italian snack bread that is served with meals, used as a base for pizza and as sandwich bread. Basic focaccia is simple, sprinkled with salt; it can be topped with fresh herbs and ingredients as elaborate as any pizza. Popular toppings include sautéed onions and mushrooms, diced tomatoes, prosciutto and…
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How To Make A Bánh Mì Sandwich & Banh Mi History

[1] Bánh-mi, a Vietnamese submarine sandwich on a baguette (photo © Ppy2010ha | Dreamstime). [2] Don’t eat pork? Make a bành mí with any other meat, poultry, or vegan meat (photos #2, #3, and #4 © Good Eggs). [3] Cilantro is the go-to herb for bành mí.   If you live in an area with…
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TIP OF THE DAY: How To Emulsify Salad Dressing & Champagne Vinaigrette Recipe

Chef Johnny Gnall shares a professional tip for making the best salad dressings: Emulsify them! The oil and vinegar won’t separate—at least, not for a while. “A velvety, fully emulsified dressing can really make a big difference when it comes to presenting a salad,” says Chef Johnny. “Its creamy texture and body cling better to…
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