Carolyn Jenkins
School
SUNY Purchase, Long Island University, New York Film Academy
Expertise
Pan Sauces, Internet Chefs, Game-Based Cooking Shows
- Carolyn started cooking when she was young; she learned how to broil a salmon before she learned how to drive.
- She isn't content unless she's trying a new restaurant-level recipe at home.
- She believes that spice is the variety of life and never misses an episode of Hot Ones.
Experience
Raised in a pro-cooking household, Carolyn's love for cooking and food started early on, and she has pursued the best recipes since then. After studying writing in undergrad and graduate school, writing for the world of food was a no-brainer.
Education
Carolyn has a bachelor's in screenwriting and playwriting from SUNY Purchase and a master's in writing and producing for television from Long Island University.
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Stories By Carolyn Jenkins
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If you want to ensure that you're making properly brewed, tasty espresso, an espresso tamper will help you pack your grounds into the perfect consistency.
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Though a spiraling vortex was once the height of poached egg technology, some chefs have found other methods to make eggs Benedict for brunch.
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It can be soup-er easy overcooking meatballs in a broth. Here's how you should be cooking them to avoid a gloopy mess in your next meatball soup.
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This simple herby swap will take your chili to the next level, just ask Ina Garten. Here's the ingredient you need to add some subtle flavor to your bowl.
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Banana bread doesn't sound it would turn out well without an oven, but no-bake banana bread just might be possible (and preferable) for some cooks.
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Not only are certain kind of fresh tuna expensive, they're delicate and easy to overcook. We have the perfect work-around to achieving perfection.
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According to Rachael Ray, any time devoted to trying to combat tears is time wasted. It's easier to endure nature's defenses than ruin a good onion.
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Sauce velouté, a rich blend of roux and stock, doesn't have a confirmed origin date but is believed to have been developed during the reign of King Louis XIV.
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Pulling a perfectly puffed up egg muffin from the oven is the dream, but no matter what you try, keeping the deflation away just isn't in the cards.
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There's nothing quite as classic an a creamy dish of egg salad, but this is a recipe that can be taken to the next level with some curry powder.
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Whole Foods has an easy-to-understand color coding system. When perusing the aisles, look at the price tags to see what kind of deals may be in store for you.
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We're happy to report you can skip the defrosting stage when it comes to cooking your frozen salmon. Just keep these considerations in mind.
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Save time and ensure the perfect outcome by using a slow cooker to make your salmon at home. Here's how to do it properly.
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Avid cooks are typically on the hunt for fresh ingredients, but you may be overlooking an impressive frozen fish deal if you shop at Trader Joe's.
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If you want to make a great, restaurant-quality frozen cocktail, there's so much more to it than just adding all the ingredients to your blender.
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Shopping for kosher food is a tricky undertaking. It helps to have easily identifiable products. So what can Costco offer the kosher community?
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The sous vide method can make the average home cook look like a pro. But when it comes to searing your sous vide steak a lot of people make one big mistake.
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Tuna is a high source of protein, and tuna salad offers opportunities to add more to your diet. Refresh your tuna salad by adding imitation crab.
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Both grocery chains have a cult-like following so it's only fair to determine which store has cheaper pantry staples. Let's investigate.
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Cocoa butter, the fat derived from cacao beans, is a valuable ingredient that's essential to many of the chocolatey treats and beauty products we love today.
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There are so many variations on this classic and famous cocktail. But what does the Bloody Maria have to offer that's better than the original?
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Cookie Crisp is an unforgettable staple when it comes to sugary cereal. Not only does Aldi have its own delicious version, but it's easier on your wallet, too.
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Fret not if you're a little too heavy handed with the salt shaker when cooking your next steak. There are some remedies to employ to fix the flavor.
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Certain alcoholic drinks just look cool, and a layered shot is one of them. But this concept doesn't have to be intimidating to home bartenders.
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Some apples will taste better than others if you're making hard cider. If you want to avoid a cider that's too sweet or too sharp, here are some apples to try.
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Beef stew is renowned for its simplicity, yet is a dish that can be easily adapted to suit your tastes. And adding this pantry staple could be a game changer.
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Though many people tend to think of venison as too gamey to eat, it can actually yield a juicy, tender, and delicious steak dinner, if seasoned right.