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For Better Roasted Chicken, Start With A Cold Oven

Preheating the oven may seem instinctive, but here's how placing your chicken in the oven before setting the temperature can ...
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The 1-Ingredient Upgrade for Better Roast Chicken (It’s Already in Your Pantry)

Dry brining involves salting meat in advance—ideally 12 to 48 hours before cooking. You simply mix kosher salt with black ...

You Might Be Ruining Your Expensive Le Creuset Cookware — Here's How to Avoid It

We explain the proper use of Le Creuset cast iron versus stoneware cookware. Stop risking ruining your Le Creuset pieces and learn about how to use and care them. Plus, shop some of the brand’s most ...

Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas

The editors at New York Times Cooking have saved you the difficult first step by collecting 25 make-ahead breakfast dishes ...