Kitchen Stories

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DINNER

What is Adana kebab? Origins, flavor and what to serve

Adana kebab is Turkey's famously spicy, juicy lamb kebab, pressed onto wide skewers and grilled over fire. Here is where it comes from, how it varies and what to put on the table with it.

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DESSERT

History of Sugar Cookies: From Nazareth to Your Kitchen

Soft sugar cookies are an American classic with roots in 1700s Pennsylvania. Here is where they came from, how they vary, and when to bake a batch.

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DESSERT

History of Blueberry Cake: Variations and What to Serve

Blueberry cake is a tender, buttery American dessert packed with berries that turn jammy as it bakes. Here is where it likely comes from, how it varies, and what to put on the table beside it.

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BREAKFAST

Gwyneth's Blueberry Muffins Recipe: Moist & Oil-Free

These oil-free blueberry muffins prove that sometimes the simplest recipes yield the most spectacular results. With just melted butter and a few pantry staples, you'll create bakery-worthy muffins with perfect dome tops and tender crumb.

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DESSERT

What to Serve With Pumpkin Bread: Ideas for Every Season

Pumpkin bread is a moist, warmly spiced American quick bread that is as good at a crowded potluck as it is with a quiet cup of coffee. Here is where it fits, how it varies, and what to put next to it.

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SOUP

History of Chili: Where This Texas Classic Really Began

Chili is a deep red, slow-simmered American bowl with a murky, much-argued past. Here is where it likely came from, how it varies, and when it belongs on your table.

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DINNER

Chicken Marsala Origin: Where the Italian Dish Comes From

Chicken Marsala pairs golden pan-fried cutlets with mushrooms in a deep, savory wine sauce. Here is where it comes from, how it varies, when to cook it and what to put alongside.

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DINNER

Who Invented the Philly Cheesesteak? Origins and Serving Ideas

The Philly cheesesteak is thin-sliced beef, soft onions and melted cheese piled into a crusty roll, and its story starts at a South Philadelphia hot dog stand in 1930. Here is where it came from, how it varies, and how to build a meal around it.

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DINNER

Where Does Butter Chicken Come From? A Short History

Butter chicken is a creamy, tomato-rich Indian curry with a history that is still being argued over in court. Here is where it comes from, how it varies, and how to build a meal around the slow cooker version.

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DINNER

What Is Kabob Koobideh? Persian Ground Meat Kebab Explained

Kabob koobideh is Iran's best-known ground meat kebab: juicy, savory and charred at the edges, with onion and plenty of smoke. Here is where it comes from, how it varies and what to put on the table with it.

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DINNER

History of Meatloaf and Why Mini Meatloaf Works Today

Meatloaf has a long, thrifty history that runs from Roman kitchens to Pennsylvania farms to the American weeknight. The muffin-tin mini version keeps the glazed, tender comfort and makes it easy to serve a crowd.

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SOUP

History of Tortilla Soup: Where This Mexican Classic Began

Tortilla soup is a brothy, smoky Mexican classic topped with crisp corn tortillas, and its exact origin is still debated. Here is where it likely comes from, how it varies, and how to build a meal around the slow cooker version.

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