Choose your gear. A serrated knife, like a bread knife, is ideal. The small teeth on this kitchen staple act like a mini-grater, effortlessly scraping off the outer skin layer. A chef's knife or ...

When you want to add a tangy burst to your dishes, there is nothing like a burst of fresh lemon zest. Incorporating this skill into your cooking routine can bring a flavorful twist to many recipes, ...

Learn how to use citrus zest to add brightness to sweet and savory dishes. Simple zesting tips to bring fresh flavor to ...

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Lemons are versatile and wildly useful. A valuable addition to dishes both savory and sweet, and in forms both fresh and preserved, they are only as capable as the cook who uses them. Want to master ...

If you've ever been cooking and been confused at the terms "lemon zest," "lemon rind," or "lemon peel," you aren't alone. These terms all sound similar and are used in comparable recipes, but they ...

A sprinkle of lemon zest can go a long way toward making a dish pop. In so many lemon recipes from tart to sweet, the lemon adds brightness and just the right touch of acidity. In baking, lemon zest ...

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Ever flipped through a recipe that calls for lemon zest (or any citrus fruit zest, for that matter), only to realize you're missing that one specific tool? Whoever convinced us we needed a citrus ...