Kathay Lee 
How to Clean and Prepare Mushrooms: A Simple Guide Introduction I’ve been cooking with mushrooms for over 15 years. One question always comes up: “Should I wash mushrooms?” The answer is simple. Yes, you can clean them. But you need to do it right. Mushrooms add great flavor to any meal. They work in soups, … Read more
How to Cut an Airline Chicken Breast: A Simple Guide What Is an Airline Chicken Breast? An airline chicken breast is a special cut of chicken. It has the breast meat still attached to the wing bone. This cut looks fancy and elegant. Some people call it a “Frenched chicken supreme.” Others know it as … Read more
Complete Guide to Slicing Meat Against the Grain What Does “Against the Grain” Mean? The grain in meat refers to the direction of muscle fibers. These fibers run in parallel lines through the meat. When you look at a piece of raw or cooked meat, you can see these lines clearly. Slicing against the grain … Read more
How to Break Down Whole Ducks Like a Pro Why You Should Learn to Butcher Your Own Duck Buying a whole duck costs less than buying parts. You save money. You also get better quality. When you cut your own duck, you control every step. You can remove extra fat. You can cut pieces to … Read more
How to Cut Celery: A Complete Guide for Every Recipe Introduction Celery is one of the most common vegetables in kitchens worldwide. Yet many people struggle to cut it properly. This guide will teach you everything you need to know. I’ve been a home cook for fifteen years. I’ve chopped countless celery stalks in that … Read more
How to Cut Fennel: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide Introduction Fennel is a wonderful vegetable. Many people avoid it because they don’t know how to cut it. This guide will change that. You’ll learn to prep fresh fennel like a pro. The fennel plant has three main parts. The white bulb sits at the base. Green … Read more
How to Cut a Cucumber: Simple Guide for Every Style Introduction I’ve been cutting cucumbers for over 15 years. It’s one of those simple tasks that can change your meal prep game. A well-cut cucumber makes your salad look fresh. It makes your veggie tray more inviting. And it saves you time. In this guide, … Read more
How to Cut Chicken Breasts Into Cutlets: A Simple Guide Why Learn to Cut Your Own Chicken Cutlets? Chicken cutlets cook faster than full breasts. They also cost less when you cut them yourself. A thick chicken breast becomes two thin pieces with one simple cut. I’ve been preparing chicken this way for years. It … Read more
How to Cook Pork on Stovetop: A Simple Guide to Juicy, Tender Results Cooking pork on your stovetop is one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table fast. I’ve been making stovetop pork for over 15 years, and I can tell you it beats any other method when you want quick, tasty … Read more
How to Cut a Cantaloupe: Simple Steps for Perfect Pieces Every Time Why You Need to Know How to Cut a Cantaloupe Cantaloupe is a sweet summer fruit that tastes amazing — but many people don’t know how to cut a cantaloupe safely and easily. This melon packs vitamins A and C into every bite, … Read more