This post is sponsored by Cakebread Cellars. Thank you for supporting Nerds with Knives’ sponsors! Whenever we cook for a crowd, baked pasta is our go-to. All the prep can be done ahead of time, so all that we have to do is pop the pan in the oven, make a quick...
Our ruby-hued blood orange and hibiscus curd makes a delicious and luscious filling for this beautiful seasonal tart. The crust is made from crushed gingersnap cookies, and couldn’t be simpler. With a great balance between sweet, tart and spicy, this is a...
Growing up in New York City, you learn a few very useful things. One, never get into the empty carriage of an otherwise packed train. Two, don’t even try to find a yellow cab between 4:30 and 5:30pm. And three, the very best food is usually the cheapest. For...
The Ultimate Dutch Oven Cookbook Our new cookbook is now available to pre-order — and its focus is our favorite kitchen item: the Dutch Oven! We demonstrate why this beloved piece of cookware has stood the test of time over the years, and show you our favorite cooking...
Give grilled chicken thighs or breasts a long pre-cook marinade in Green Goddess dressing, and then char them to perfection along with sweet red onions. Then dollop more herby dressing on them for good measure and eat dinner under the stars. Well, it was...
Strawberry Lemon Curd: A balanced spread, not too sweet, not too tart, that lets all the fruit shine through. Getting a reputation can be a mixed blessing. I once revealed to the cook in our local deli that we own chickens, and from that day on, whenever I walk...