The easiest way is to pop the beef tenderloin in the oven and roast it at high heat. The pan’s sides should be 2 to 3 inches high. For easy cleanup, choose a nonstick or dishwasher-safe pan. Credit:Carson Downing You’ll also need an oven-goingmeat thermometer. A common question beef tenderloin newbies ask is, “Should I roast beef tenderloin on a rack?” The answer is yes! Credit:BHG / Cara Cormack Placing the meat on a rack set in a roasting pan keeps it above the juices....

In their raw form, bell peppers make a perfect dipper or add a satisfying crunch to fresh salads. Cooked bell peppers are delicious in pretty much any form. Start by washing peppers and removing stems, seeds, and membranes. Credit:Jason Donnelly Cut peppers into rings or strips. In a steamer basket, cook peppers for 12 to 15 minutes or until crisp-tender. Bell Pepper Math:One medium bell pepper equals 1 cup. Credit:Jason Donnelly...

These methods are low heat and slow cooking, so plan ahead. Plus, how to smoke onewithout a smoker. So remember these two words: low and slow. Credit:Rachel Marek. Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman. Prop Stylist: Addelyn Evans Thankfully most of the cooking required is “hands-off” simmer time. Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman. Because the brisket is cooked this way, you’ll technically be braising the meat. Credit:Rachel Marek This method requires no special equipment; just abaking panwill do....

Discover simple ways to cook cabbage that you and your family will enjoy eatingall while maintaining its vitamin content. Storecabbage in the refrigeratorfor one to two weeks. On a cutting board, use a chef’s knife to slice the head in half through the core. Slice each half into quarters. Use the knife to remove the core from the wedges. Either cook the cabbage as-is in these wedges or coarsely chop it....

Get out your air fryer or slow cookeror fire up the grill or broiler. We’ll show you how to cook chicken wings using just about any appliance you like. Removing the wing tips and cutting the wings in half makes them infinitely easier to eat. Credit: Blaine Moats Get inspiration for our collection of Game-Changing Chicken Wings. Our recipe for Chicken Wings Five Ways shows you how. Our recipe for chicken wings takes just 40 minutes from start to finish....

Get our favorite delicata squash recipes and some expert preparation tips. Delicata squash is a small, oblong squash with orange-yellow flesh and a taste similar to sweet potatoes. While it may be new to you, delicata squash wasfirst introduced in 1894. Credit: Greg Scheidemann It had a much shorter shelf life and was harder to grow back then. It’s high in fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium. Its small size makes it an ideal candidate for slicing or stuffing with any filling you could dream up....

These popular soybeans are tasty, nutritious, and definitely snackable. The in-the-shell preparation is the one you’ve likely seen as an appetizer at Asian restaurants. This form of edamame is easily added to soups, stir-fries, and other recipes. Credit:BHG / Andrea Araiza BHG / Andrea Araiza Does edamame need to be cooked before eating? The edamame seeds are incredibly difficult to remove when raw. Fortunately, they slip out easily once the pods are cooked....

Learn how to cook eggplant on the grill, roasted, sauteed, andyeseven in the microwave. A source of fiber andcancer-fighting antioxidants, eggplant is one of the most versatile vegetables. Although eggplants can be found at supermarkets year-round, peak season is July through October. Credit:Jason Donnelly So in late summer, you’ll want to keep these tips on how to cook eggplant handy. We’ve rounded up your complete guide for the best ways to prepare eggplant....

Cooking filet mignon is easier than you think. The first step of how to cook filet mignon: Put theslow cookerand stew pot away. The best method for how to cook filet mignon is quickly with direct heat. Credit:BHG/Larisa Niedle Opt for cooking methods such asbroiling, grilling, andpan-frying. In general, filet mignon tastes best at medium-rare to medium doneness. One to 112 inches is the best filet mignon thickness to get a juicy result....

Including our recipe for the most flavorful garlic and herb butter to melt on top. Here’s how to cook steak in an air fryer including tips for properly resting the meat before serving. There are so many side dishes that work with steak. Credit:Abbey Littlejohn Keep it classic with steakhouse sides likebaked potatoes, creamed spinach, andpotato gratin. Or, try something fresh like steamed broccoli or a green salad. Spoon onto a sheet of waxed paper....

Obsessed with a pricey scallop dish at a seafood hotspot? Learn how to cook frozen scallops with a pan, broiler, or grill and recreate your favorite dishes. So, go ahead and skip the pricey restaurant scallops. Credit:Jacob Fox For this guide, we’re focusing on cooking the more common (larger) sea scallops. Remove it by gently pinching the muscle and tearing it away. Start by choosing aheavy, quality skillet. For this job,cast ironor stainless steel are perfect....

To make green beans taste delicious, its all about the way you cook them. Try one of our easy recipes with the nutritious vegetable. From steaming to foil packs and making a green bean casserole. Credit:Grant Webster here are nine ways to cook green beans to the perfect doneness and packed with fresh flavor. To trim green beans, place several beans on a cutting board, lining up the stem ends....

Get your grits fix! This affordable and simple dish is served on the breakfast table and as adinner side dish. Grits can be made with any coarsely ground meal, including corn, oats, or rice. Credit:BHG / Abbey Littlejohn Or bake quick-cooking grits into acheesy casserole. This makes about eight servings. It can also be a meatless entree. Credit:BHG / Abbey Littlejohn Thisbaked grits recipemakes four or five side-dish servings. Here’s a debrief on the difference between grits varieties....