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Friday, November 16, 2012

The Secrets To Making a Spectacular Cup of Coffee: The Best Barista Reveals All! Food News

If you want your coffee to be truly great, then you need to treat your kitchen like a laboratoryor so says Katie Carguilo, winner of the 2012 U.S. Barista champion. But regular joes (pun intended) shouldn't be put off by the sound of that; it's not that complicated! If you're ready to take your coffee brewing to the next level, read on for her expert tips:

As Carguilo told Slate in this recent article, the key elements to a great cup of coffee are: use a ceramic dripper (the Hario is one example), use the freshest beans you can possibly get your hands on, and grind them with a burr grinder right before brewing.

If you've got all those things, then follow Carguilo's step-by-step instructions for how to brew the best cup of coffee you'll likely ever have. (Note: I've been making coffee this way for about two years. It's no joke.)

Slideshow: How To Make an Awesome Cup of Coffee at Slate

Related: How To Brew Great Coffee: The Pour Over Method

(Image: Juliana Jimnez Jaramillo for Slate)

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Thursday, October 4, 2012

An Apple Variety Flow Chart Slate

In case you couldn't already tell from the overflowing stands at the farmers' market and grocery store, it's apple season. A wonderful time indeed, but do you ever feel overwhelmed by the sheer variety? Which kind is best for cider? For throwing in your bag for an afternoon snack? What about pies and cobblers? Well, thanks to Slate, there's now a handy flowchart to help you find the best apple for you, whether you want to cook it or, you know, just throw it at someone.

Slate asked Andrew Mikolajski, gardening expert and author of The Illustrated World Encyclopedia of Apples, for apple variety recommendations, which they oh-so-helpfully put into a printable flowchart. The flow chart is also hyperlinked to apple recipes and crafts from around the web, but we've got plenty of apple recipes as well!

Apple Recipes from The Kitchn
Apple Season Is Upon Us! 15 Sweet & Savory Apple Recipes
An Apple for Every Meal: 15 Sweet Apple Treats
An Apple a Day: 10 Breakfast Recipes with Apples
Apples Galore! How To Make Apple Butter

See the Flow Chart: Choose the Right Apple Slate

Related: What's Your Favorite Apple Variety?

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Friday, August 24, 2012

Recipe: Watermelon Salad with Feta & Mint Recipes From The Kitchn

Earlier this week we tipped you off to what Slate calls the "ideal ingredient to complement watermelon" feta. It's true: the salty creaminess of good feta turns watermelon from a simple treat into something dressed for a dinner party. It's still very simple here's how I like to make my own watermelon and feta salad.

This salad is ultra simple. I cut up about half a small watermelon (see the easiest way to do that here) and toss it with a few things to bring out its flavor. A dash of rice vinegar balances the sweetness and makes the salad even juicier.

This salad is best made right before serving. If it sits in the fridge overnight I find it can get a little slimy and too juicy. Made just a few minutes before serving, the watermelon is crisp and fresh, and the cheese creamy and bright. The mint isn't just a garnish; its taste penetrates the watermelon quickly.

To me, this is up there with caprese salad as one of the ultimate expressions of summer.

Watermelon Salad with Feta & Mint

serves 4

6 cups watermelon cubes, from about 1/4 of a large watermelon
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
3 ounces feta cheese, drained and crumbled
1 loosely packed cup fresh mint leaves
Freshly ground black pepper
Flaky sea salt

Pour off any juice that has gathered around the watermelon. Toss gently with the rice vinegar. Toss with the feta cheese crumbles, just until the watermelon begins to look lightly coated.

Chop the mint leaves very, very finely, into tiny ribbons. Toss with the watermelon and spread in a serving bowl. Garnish generously with black pepper. Taste. If desired, add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.

More Watermelon Recipes
Sparkling Watermelon Sangria
Watermelon Sundae with Ricotta Ice Cream
Watermelon-Cucumber Refresher

(Images: Faith Durand)

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