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You probably already know the benefits of cooking at home: it saves you money, helps you learn new skills, and is often healthier than eating out all the time. But whether you love being in the kitchen or you’re not sure where to start, we at Engadget know that advice is easier said than done. After a day at work, caring for kids and pets, and more, finding a new recipe to make for dinner can feel like an insurmountable challenge. But now there are so many online resources available to home cooks that you can find something to suit every need. Whether it’s a busy weeknight with only a few minutes to prepare a meal, or one night when you’re feeling adventurous and want to try something new, we’ve collected some of our favorite websites, YouTube channels, and more to help you on your culinary journey.
Recipe site
Serious Sweets
If you consider yourself a geek and also love cooking, you probably already know Serious SweetsThe site gained traction a few years ago under the direction of J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, who has since become a consultant for Serious Eats (he’s the author of “Serious Eats: A Scientific Approach to Cooking”). His own video blog(Also worth following.) But the site remains strong under new leadership, with tips on basics like food prep and storage, as well as tons of how-to’s and step-by-step instructions on everything from butchering a chicken to kneading bread.
Try this: A quick and easy recipe for black beans with chorizo made in a pressure cooker
NYT Cooking
This is the only recommendation on this list that requires payment. $1.25 per week It costs $40 a year to subscribe, but I personally think it’s worth it. The site and accompanying app (for iOS and Android) are organized and intuitive to use, with bright, colorful photos and a constantly updated list of hand-picked recipe recommendations and suggestions. I especially like the search feature, which not only lets you input the ingredients you have on hand, but also lets you narrow down by the type of meal you want to make (is it for breakfast? A snack? Dinner?) or dietary restrictions. If you don’t want to pay the subscription fee, though, the NYT’s YouTube channel is also a great resource.
Try this: Chickpea stew spiced with coconut and turmeric (Youtube)
kitchen
kitchen is a daily food magazine that has been running since the mid-2000s, and it not only publishes recipes but also frequent fun features like celebrity recipe battles (check out this article comparing celebrity recipes). Pot roast recipe (Alton Brown, Ina Garten, Taste of Home, The Pioneer Woman, etc.) Of course, The Kitchn also provides plenty of tips and tricks to help readers become better cooks.
Try this: Maple Corn Cake
YouTube Channel
Food wishes
“Hello, I’m Chef John from Foodwish.com” is Food wishes His videos always warm my heart. His tone is so friendly and upbeat that I get a lift every time I hear him. A YouTube sensation (over 4 million subscribers), he’s also a favorite among Engadget staff, and for good reason. Not only is he goofy and lovable, but his recipes, most of which are beginner-friendly, are clear and concise in their explanations. He also encourages his viewers to experiment, use their senses, play with food, and think of cooking as both a science and an art.
Try this: No-Knead Country Bread
Babish and Binging
Babish and Binging is a popular YouTube channel (with over 9.6 million subscribers) that focuses on recreating food from TV shows and movies. Some famous examples include: Clavy Party SpongeBob and Ratatouille Yes, from Ratatouille, but host Andrew Lear can also cook “normal” dishes, and the popularity of his channel has led him to host a spin-off series for beginners called “Basics with Babish.”
Try this: Chickpeas
Food 52
of Food 52 The website is a one-stop shop for cooking enthusiasts, with an online store, recipes, and community forums. But the real highlight for me was the YouTube ChannelRick Martinez (former Bon Appetit “Big Little Recipes” (focusing on recipes with short ingredient lists) and “Genius Recipes” showcasing “genius” recipes created by famous chefs.
Try this: The easiest way to make beef mackerel rice cakes
Dessert Person
Do you like sweet things? Then Claire Saffitz’s YouTube channel, There, she bakes everything from apple pies to oatmeal pecan cookies. She has a quirky yet sweet personality that I love. But more importantly, her recipes are amazing. She gives very detailed instructions, and the end result is almost always delicious. She also makes a lot of delicious baked goods, like sourdough bread and quiches.
Try this: Best oatmeal cookies
Manchi
Marguchi is The New York Times She has been described as the Julia Child of Korean cuisine, and that is exactly what she is: not only is she friendly and bubbly, but she also does a fantastic job of demystifying Korean food and making it enjoyable for novices and experts alike. Kimchi Chigae and mixed rice Sweet snacks etc. Korean donutsWith her, it all seems within reach.
Try this: Korean Street Toast (Gilgori Toast)
Dietary concerns or special diets
101 Cookbooks
For a site focused on vegetarian cooking, I highly recommend Heidi Swanson’s 101 Cookbooks, a popular online site that’s been around for decades. I’m a big fan of her simple, easy-to-follow recipes that have helped turn me from a meat eater into a plant-based food lover (here are my personal favorites). Cauliflower soup).
Try this: Chickpea and rice soup with garlic chili oil
Nom Nom Paleo
You don’t have to be on the Paleo diet to get hooked on Nom Nom Paleo, a mini-empire that consists of a food blog, two award-winning cookbooks, a podcast, and more. The New York Times The site’s creator, Michelle Tam, has been called the Martha Stewart of the paleo diet because she makes it look so easy to follow. After perusing her site and trying out the recipes, you’ll stop thinking of the paleo diet as restrictive. In fact, you might find yourself eating more than you ever have before. Tam has even customized some of her recipes to fit Whole30 and keto diets.
Try this: Stir-fried curry cabbage
Clean and delicious
If you’re not strictly vegetarian or on a paleo diet but still want to eat healthy, Clean and delicious Food blog by Dani Spieth. Spieth, a wellness and weight loss coach, believes in a balanced diet and “clean eating,” but that doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite foods. For example, Lemon Bar Her website reflects her philosophy of being made with whole grains and free of dairy and refined sugars. All of her recipes are either gluten free, paleo, vegan or vegetarian, and many are low carb, keto, dairy free and nut free. I love her recipes too. Instagram and YouTube ChannelThere she also shares tips on mindful eating and healthy living.
Try this: Healthy banana bread muffins (Youtube)
Staff Recommendations
There are too many food sites on the Internet to list them all, but here are some sites recommended by our staff that we think will be useful.
Demystifying Chinese Cuisine
This is one of the best YouTube Channel You get to learn all aspects of authentic Chinese cooking from someone who actually lived in China. It’s very detailed, well-produced, and offers great advice on recreating these dishes in a Western kitchen. I also love that it teaches you techniques, not just recipes. To this day, I How to stir fry vegetables.
Minimalist Baker
blog Minimalist Baker The site introduces recipes that require 10 ingredients or less and can be made in about 30 minutes. The site also features a wide range of vegetarian recipes, including: Curried cauliflower and lentil soup.
Budget Part-time Job
Budget Part-time Job is a great resource for those on a budget, as each recipe includes a breakdown of the estimated cost of each ingredient, and it’s also a great resource for novice home cooks.
Rainbow Plant Life
Looking for vegan recipes? Rainbow Plant Life This site has a lot of vegan recipes. Nisha, the founder of this site, has a huge selection of vegan recipes. Instant Pot Recipes You can also give it a try.
Pick up the lime
Another classic and easy to make vegan recipe is Pick up the lime. The healthiest granola ever The recipes are staff favorites and I love how easy they are to make on the Pick Up Limes website. Filter recipes They are categorized by type of ingredients, cooking time, allergens, etc.
Richard Bertinet’s White Bread Masterclass
Richard Bertinet’s video on white bread Highly recommended for its simplicity, it proves that all you need to make bread is flour, yeast and salt.
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