Old Bay Seasoning is the brand name of a blend of herbs and spices produced in Maryland by McCormick & Co. It is often used in crab recipes along the Atlantic coast. There is a lingering connection, bound and blended by spice, between my two Souths, and it is apparent in Old Bay Seasoning. It is kind of like a long-lost cousin of my beloved garam masala; the two blends share so many of the same ingredients. You can make a homemade version of Old Bay by following this recipe.
Every sauce needs a few secrets. Ours is smoky, sweet, and savory—use it for burgers, fries, tenders, and more.
Fluffier, fresher, and fancier than anything from a tub or can.
The kimchi brine is the secret hero here; just a splash of it brightens the cocktail while deepening it with a little funky je ne sais quoi.
Tangy and sunny, this curd can be made with either fresh or frozen pulp.
Make this versatile caramel at home with our slow-simmered method using milk and sugar—or take one of two sweetened condensed milk shortcuts.
Developed in the 1980s by a chef in Hong Kong, this sauce is all about umami.
A pinch of sugar in the spice rub ensures picture-perfect grill marks with layers of flavor.
Yes, it's a shortcut in a microwave. It's also a gooey, fudgy, wildly good chocolate cake.