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Here are some of the most popular posts on The New Cook:

Recipes

• Iranian Basmati Rice – This is a surprisingly amazing recipe for rice.
• Basic Lo Mein – A delicious and easy recipe for a weeknight meal.
• Broccoli Slaw and Apple Salad – A recipe that tastes better than it sounds and provides the perfect mix of crunch, sweetness, and tartness.
• Grilled Lamb with Rosemary and Thyme – A delicious and simple recipe if you want to try something new.
• No-Knead Bread: Attempt 1 -

Other Food Topics

• Where Cookbooks Fail – A discussion of why cookbooks do not teach you to cook.
• Chef’s Knives – Everyone has a knife preference. Here is my take and good advice from commenters.
• Minimum Kitchen Equipment – Final List – Here is the final list of the minimum equipment you need when outfitting your kitchen to cook almost anything.
• Eating in New York City – My culinary adventures from my trip to New York.
• Homemade Whipped Cream – A look at why whipped cream whips and what you need to look for so you don’t mess it up.
• Overview of Cookware Materials – This is a look at the pros and cons of different cookware materials and which are best for your kitchen.
• Cost Analysis of No-Knead Bread –
• 10 Reasons to Turn on the Stove instead of Picking Up the Keys
• Nonstick Coating Safety