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Can You Freeze Mashed Potatoes?
If you’re a big fan of the Thanksgiving feast, then you probably also consider the meal’s leftovers an exciting annual highlight. Turkey,...

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Ho, Ho, Holiday Cupcakes
By Tim Bruderek As mentioned, I'm a self-proclaimed “non-baker.” I have confidence in my savory skills, but when it comes to flour, eggs,...

Melanie
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The Secret to Making Perfect Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
The Institute of Culinary Education is one of the largest culinary schools in the world, offering both professional and recreational...

Melanie
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27 Apple Lovers Share Their Favorite Apple Dessert Ideas
“My favorite apple dessert is Caramel Apple Bread Pudding: Yield: 1 (9-inch) baking dish Ingredients: ½ pound bread, brioche (or other...

Melanie
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Culinary Instruction Without Borders
It started with a pastry. Eight-year-old Melanie Underwood trudged through a grassy field in Northern Virginia in search of her father....

Melanie
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Cook. Bake.Create. Gather Culinary
In the world of cooking, I know I make a mean salmon dish and a tasty omelette. But I knew there was more out there to learn. After hunting around Google and Instagram, I came across Gather Culinary and chef Melanie Underwood and discovered she teaches classes. On a recent Sunday morning, Melanie graciously invited me into her home and beautiful kitchen where my journey into learning how to create some amazing dishes began. We started preparing Melanie’s “One Bowl Brownies” w

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Clever Recipes Using Leftover Candy
When you wait all year for marshmallows decorated like chicks, bunny-shaped chocolates and eggs with crunchy candy shells or creamy...

Melanie
2 min read


Chef-in-Residence Cookies for Kids Cancer
When it comes to cooking and baking, pro chef Melanie Underwood is an expert’s expert—over 20 years of teaching at the Institute of...

Melanie
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