This seems to be the most ubiquitous way the Japanese use fresh bamboo shoots. The recipe is adapted from Chef Naoko Bento Cafe in Portland, Ore., and from Elizabeth Andoh's more meticulous approach.

It even cooks dried beans!

Rice is one of the most versatile ingredients in your kitchen cupboard and its simplicity is what makes it so integral to cuisines all over the world. But, as even the best of chefs know, cooking it ...

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A good rice cooker consistently produces fluffy grains — but the best rice cookers do that without relying on nonstick ...

We all know that getting your rice on point can be a bit hit and miss, but there is a way you can get the perfect fluffy rice every time. Yep, the best rice cookers will automatically boil, simmer and ...