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A simple spoonful of Dijon mustard transforms mac and cheese, making the sauce smoother, tangier and more satisfying.

There are some kitchen tasks that everyone needs to know how to do well. Making a roux is one of those. Whether you need to thicken a sauce, enhance it with a nutty flavor, deepen the color or give it ...

In this video, I explain the choice of beurre manié over roux in sauce preparation. Beurre manié offers easy adjustments in sauce concentration without the need for measuring, a technique commonly ...

A good sauce is key to an exceptional meal. It can save a bland dish, moisten dry meats, or star as the main event (creamy mac and cheese, full stop). Having a few simple sauces up your sleeve and on ...