Kitchen gadget trends come and go, but the mortar and pestle has been an invaluable tool since the Stone Age. Its durability and versatility have made it popular for everything, from grinding grain ...

Nothing beats the taste of homemade guacamole, with fresh cilantro and garlic swirled in bright green avocado. Or the smell of toasting spices, ground from whole and warming in a hot pan. The key to ...

A mortar and pestle feels like a kitchen tool out of time, but many people still use it today for its ability to get bold, fresh flavors out of their spices. They've been around for centuries and used ...

When my palate is needy, there's a pesto I love to make: a rough-textured, smoky-tasting blend of toasted pumpkin seed, garlic, olive oil and cayenne pepper. It's drier than traditional herb pestos, ...