In the realm of "things I'd like to do on a Saturday," cleaning out my spice rack ranks just higher than doing my taxes and washing my third-floor apartment windows. But keeping your spices organized and fresh matters. Doing so may not automatically make you a better cook, but it will make you a more effective one.| Serious Eats
The best beef chili combines puréed chiles, short ribs, tender kidney beans, and an array of umami-boosting ingredients.| Serious Eats
A homemade spice blend and roux, along with hearty vegetables, give this homemade Japanese curry rice (kare raisu) recipe a blast of flavor.| Serious Eats