Becky Krystal

Five things you should always do even if a recipe doesn’t say to Sometimes what a recipe doesn’t say is just as important as what it does. These are the hidden steps to remember every time you cook. Reading a recipe carefully — and, preferably, multiple t... See more

Skip to content Good pots and pans don’t come cheap, so here’s how to make them last If you're willing to put a little time and effort into your cookware, you can make it last longer. Q: How do I best maintain the longevity of my pots and pans? A: Kitchen... See more

If there’s one color that embodies spring and all that comes with it, that color is green. That’s especially the case with the bevy of seasonal produce that starts cropping up at farmers markets and in backyard gardens. The verdant burst is always welcome... See more

Cake baking fail? There’s a good chance one of these things went wrong If you’ve struggled with dry or dense cakes, here are nine potential issues to troubleshoot. Regardless of whether there’s an actual occasion to mark, a cake is always a cause for cele... See more

You asked, Washington Post answered: What’s the best way to sear meat without so much splattering? I’ve asked my husband to use a mesh splatter guard, or to sauté meat at a lower temperature, but he is set in his ways. (And I love him dearly, so will not ... See more