Rachel Levin

1 month ago | simplyrecipes.com | Rachel Levin

Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Retailers belowKey Takeaways• USDA Prime beef boasts superior marbling, tenderness, juiciness and flavor. It's also more expensive than USDA Choice. • USDA Choice beef offers a balance of tenderness and affordability and is ideal for everyday meals. • Prime cuts shine with simple, high-heat cooking methods like grilling or pan-searing.

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Rachel Levin

Key Takeaways• USDA Prime beef boasts superior marbling, tenderness, juiciness and flavor. It's also more expensive than USDA Choice. • USDA Choice beef offers a balance of tenderness and affordability and is ideal for everyday meals. • Prime cuts shine with simple, high-heat cooking methods like grilling or pan-searing. • Choice cuts benefit from moist cooking techniques such as braising, or marinating before grilling to enhance tenderness.

1 month ago | simplyrecipes.com | Rachel Levin

Simply Recipes / Getty ImagesKey Takeaways• Swapping half the butter with oil yields fudgier, denser brownies. ​• Oil adds moisture and density without the water content found in butter. ​• Go with neutral canola or vegetable oil or more flavorful coconut or olive oil. All brownie lovers have a strong opinion on what makes a perfect brownie. There are proponents of crispy corners, chewy edges, and soft middles.

2 months ago | simplyrecipes.com | Rachel Levin

• Quick-pickled celery adds brightness and crunch to transform ordinary egg salad. • Pickling takes just minutes and the celery keeps for a week in the fridge. • Experiment beyond celery with other favorite raw veggies. Hard-boiled eggs are a polarizing food in my household. And by that I mean I’m the only one who likes them. When I mash them up with mayo for egg salad, I can guarantee I’ll be eating one of my favorite meals completely alone.

2 months ago | ca.style.yahoo.com | Rachel Levin

Simply Recipes / Adobe StockKey Takeaways• Quick-pickled celery adds brightness and crunch to transform ordinary egg salad. • Pickling takes just minutes and the celery keeps for a week in the fridge. • Experiment beyond celery with other favorite raw veggies. Hard-boiled eggs are a polarizing food in my household. And by that I mean I’m the only one who likes them. When I mash them up with mayo for egg salad, I can guarantee I’ll be eating one of my favorite meals completely alone.