A chef-instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education teaches us the difference between these culinary cousins.

Onions are a staple of cooking in almost every cuisine and season. They’re so common that you probably have one variety or another around the house. But what happens when you don’t have the type ...

Onions are a staple of cooking in almost every cuisine and season. They’re so commonplace that you probably have one variety or another around the house. But what happens when you don’t have the type ...

In the culinary world, the Allium family stands out as a cornerstone of flavor, offering unique characteristics and versatility in the kitchen. Among this illustrious group, leeks, garlic, onions and ...

I thought my three-onion chicken salad was a triumph. Red onions for their bite, scallions for their grassy brightness, pickled onions for a puckery jolt of acid. It had crunch, it had sharpness, it ...

If you are on the internet, you know that everyone is talking about shallots. This is a big deal for shallots; alliums rarely rise to the level of public discourse. Perhaps you would also like to ...

Shallots add a subtle and garlicky sweetness that elevates both raw and cooked dishes. Shallots are delicate and cook faster than onions, so watch closely to avoid burning them. Red onions are the ...

I adore shallots. These little alliums give a beguiling oniony-garlicky flavor and fragrance to all sorts of dishes. I use them raw in salad dressings, caramelize them until they melt for topping ...