To salt or not to salt — that is the fundamental eggplant question. Conventional cooking wisdom holds that you should always salt (and drain) eggplant before cooking. And there is some merit to this.

There is no ingredient more essential to every form of home cookery than salt. It’s one of the building blocks of life; an essential nutrient in the human body; a tool used in most every cooking ...

In the kitchen, salt is taste, texture and technique. Salt enhances the flavor of food, can change the consistency of food and is used in culinary applications such as brining. Salt is indispensable ...

“Salt is easily the most important thing chefs keep in the kitchen,” says Robert Hartman, chef de cuisine at Saint Theo’s restaurant in New York City. It helps bring out the natural flavors in food, ...

The holiday season is a time for joy, gatherings, and, of course, delicious food. Yet, the pressure to create a memorable ...

Reducing sodium doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor or satisfaction in your meals. You can create vibrant, nutritious dishes that ...

Salt often makes the difference between a good dish and a great dish. To season with it right and well, it’s helpful to understand the different types of salts and the best ways to use them. Where ...