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Chef-tested recipes for every occasion, from quick weeknight dinners to show-stopping desserts.

A close-up of delicious smashed pork tacos with fresh toppings, showcasing the juicy seasoned pork and appealing presentation.

How to Make Smashed Pork Tacos Quickly

Forget searing individual portions: a new method allows home cooks to prepare eight al pastor-style smashed pork tacos in barely 5 minutes using a broiler.

Santiago Vargas· May 20· 2 min

A colorful display of various heirloom tomato varieties at a farmer's market, showcasing their unique shapes, sizes, and vibrant colors.

Heirloom Tomatoes: A Complete Guide to Unique Varieties

A single pound of organic heirloom tomatoes can hit $6.

Santiago Vargas· May 20· 2 min

A baker examines two bowls of cake batter, one made with shortening and the other with oil, to illustrate the differences in texture.

Substituting Oil for Shortening in Cakes: Challenges

In hot, summery conditions, buttercream frosting made with shortening held its shape perfectly, while an all-butter version melted and spread, according to King Arthur Baking .

Alex Chen· May 15· 4 min