A trained chef, Krissy Downey has worked as a culinary producer on top TV shows ranging from Beat Bobby Flay to the TODAY show. She puts her deep culinary knowledge to work as a contributing food writer and Food Network.
Risotto is an Italian dish made by cooking a starchy, short grain rice like arborio with stock until it becomes creamy. Here are all of your risotto-related questions answered, including how to make it.
Italian seasoning is a mix of dried herbs with an earthy, piney flavor that’s subtly sweet and peppery. Here, everything you want to know about the herb blend - from what is in Italian seasoning to how to make Italian seasoning.
While there is no such thing as the best cut of steak (it is really all about your preferences and how you are preparing it!), there are a few cuts that are widely considered top tier. The experts at Food Network explain the benefits of each.
There's a real science to smoothie making, and it all starts with how you layer the ingredients. We get into all the details, including how to make a strawberry banana smoothie and how to make a smoothie bowl.
Shallots are a staple in restaurant kitchens but are readily available at any supermarket, too. Here, everything you’ve always wondered about them – from what shallots taste like to shallot substitutions.