Sometimes that can be a little tough, though, because you run into two cooking techniques that are conceptually pretty similar. Such is the case with boiling vs. simmering. The two both involve ...

But why start with a boil if you're ultimately aiming to simmer? Rest assured, the recipe writer isn't trying to trick you into wasting precious electricity or gas; they're trying to improve your ...

Recipes for simmer pots abound — especially for fall simmer pots, which are the perfect way to create a cozy vibe in your ...

1. In a heavy-based soup pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion, celery, and carrot. Cook, stirring often, ...

Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Cook at a steady, gentle simmer until squash is fork-tender and sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 15 minutes. Add shrimp ...