Crispy Shrimp Tempura – Come for the Perfectly Crisp Shrimp, Stay for the Surprising Historical Plot Twist

There are many different methods for making shrimp tempura, and after trying most of them I believe this is the simplest, easiest way to achieve what I consider the ultimate result – a perfectly cooked shrimp encased in a light, airy, very thin, but extremely crispy shell. Some people like theirs heavily battered, but I want to see the shrimp through...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Crispy Shrimp Tempura please follow this link to become a member.)

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Proper British Fish Cakes – Finding a New Digital Muse

As you might know, I’m a big fan of the Great British Baking Show, or “Bake Off” as Mary Berry would call it, and I’ve posted many dessert videos over the years inspired by things I’ve seen these famously cheerful contestants make. It was one of my favorite go-to programing choices when...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Proper British Fish Cakes please follow this link to become a member.)

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Tiramisu Toast – A “Pick Me Up” You Can Actually Pick Up

Delicious things are bound to happen when you have lots mascarpone around, and thanks to my recent homemade Italian cream cheese adventures, lots of mascarpone is exactly what I had. We used the surplus to make all sorts things, but this Tiramisu Toast was our favorite. While not exactly like classic tiramisu, this featured that same irresistible flavor combination of...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Tiramisu Toast please follow this link to become a member.)

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One-Pan Chicken, Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes – A Smaller, Easier, Cooler Chisaupepo

One of my favorite things to do is take complicated, labor-intensive restaurant dishes, and create simplified, much more approachable versions that any home cook can pull off. But sometimes, like with this “One-Pan Chicken, Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes” presentation, we’re taking an already simple and...to read the rest of Chef John's article about One-Pan Chicken, Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes please follow this link to become a member.)

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Blueberry Cornbread – Also (Almost) Known as “Blue Bottom” Cornbread

I’ve never followed a formal production schedule when it comes to which recipes to post when. It’s always been a week-to-week sort of thing, depending on what’s in season, which holidays are coming up, and what I feel inspired to make. But, every once in a while, I do...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Blueberry Cornbread please follow this link to become a member.)

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Homemade Mascarpone – Easy Italian-Style Cream Cheesy

I’ll leave real cheese making to the experts, as their cheddar, brie, and blues will almost certainly be better than anything I can make, and believe me, I’ve tried. But there are a few simple, fresh cheeses that anyone can make at home, and mascarpone is one of the...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Homemade Mascarpone please follow this link to become a member.)

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Microwave Potato Chips – One Good Reason is All I Need

There aren’t a lot of great reasons to make your own potato chips. Other than a few premium brands, they really aren’t that expensive, so saving money isn’t an effective pitch. And while it’s true these are some of the best...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Microwave Potato Chips please follow this link to become a member.)

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Focaccia Panzanella – Not Just for Leftover Bread Anymore

Making panzanella with any kind of leftover bread is always a great idea, especially when fresh, summer tomatoes are sweet, and plentiful, but making one with leftover focaccia took this rustic Tuscan salad to a whole new level. Not only was the bread more flavorful, but the olive oil content in the bread prevented it from...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Focaccia Panzanella please follow this link to become a member.)

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