Michael Serrur
School
SUNY New Paltz, New York University
Expertise
Food Systems, Plant-Based Cooking, Healthy Eating
- Michael has published hundreds of articles related to cooking, dining, healthy eating, and the food and beverage industry.
- His writing has been featured on MSN, Fox, Yahoo, Daily Meal, Food Ingredients First, and Food Business News, amongst others.
- He is currently working on an anthology of short stories taking place in New York City.
Experience
Since 2016, Michael has been writing professionally about cooking, dining, and all things food and beverage-related. He began as the healthy eating editor for The Daily Meal, where he wrote hundreds of articles related to dietary trends, nutrition, recipe roundups, and wacky eating fads. Later, he accepted a job as a food writer for an international ingredient supplier specializing in natural food coloring for the food and beverage industry. He currently writes for Meatless Monday, a non-profit public health organization that promotes plant-based and meat-free cooking.
Education
Michael has a bachelor's degree in history from SUNY New Paltz and a master's degree in food studies from New York University
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Stories By Michael Serrur
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Do not let this rich, delicious part of the egg go to waste. Salt curing egg yolks is a smart way to both preserve them and create an intense new ingredient.
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If you misjudge the amount of canned chipotle your meat marinade needs, don't panic! There's a quick and easy way to temper the heat if it's too much.
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There's a lot of competition in the barbecue world. But the process needn't be complicated. In fact, you can start small by using just your oven.
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Chicken is only as boring as you make it. If you're marinating your chicken and it's still coming out bland, poke fork holes in it so the marinade can seep in.
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When you want to want to give chicken soup a major flavor boost, there's one effortless shortcut that will give you heightened poultry flavor in a flash.
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With leftover soup, it's easy enough to reheat it and continue to enjoy it for its intended purpose. Or you could have a little fun with this easy pasta trick.
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Mexican cooking is already brimming with the most incredible flavors, but you can still take one dish in a totally different direction with barbecue sauce.
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When discussing the healthiest foods, salmon surely gets a mention. But even if you don't like fish, you just might enjoy coho salmon due to its milder taste.
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Bolognese gets an indisputable kick of umami with the addition of fish sauce. While traditionalists may cringe at the thought, this is a tip you should try.
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To elevate a homemade Ceasar salad dressing to rival anything you can buy in a grocery store, add oil-packed anchovies for an unctuous, oceanic essence.
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There are a lot of frozen french fry varieties to choose from but don't be too picky about brand or shape, because you can upgrade the look, taste, and texture.
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There are a few ways to hasten the ripening process for avocados. But if you can't wait for them to soften, you can always try pickling them instead.
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Looking for a tasty new way to prepare classic vegetables such as cauliflower? Here's an idea: "Melt" your cauliflower in a second roasting, this time in broth.
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Turkey burgers have a reputation for drying out when cooked. But a good way to retain moisture is by forming a crust by cold searing your burger patties.
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Garlic-infused oil is an easy way to infuse a subtle garlic flavor into your favorite recipes. The only thing easier than using garlic oil is making it at home.
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If you're looking for a dish that's elegant, complex, and a hands-down crowd-pleaser, then you've got to try candied carrots with nuts on top.
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Tossing chicken into a salad with mayo and seasoning is a quick way to use up leftovers. Use jerk and you can elevate the dish to a whole new level.
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Waffles and bacon are a beloved brunch combination. So amp up that combo by using bacon grease on your waffle iron for savory-sweet perfection.
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When it comes to making this meal, there are a few varieties from which to choose. However, purists would say the only type worth making is stone-ground grits.
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Radicchio is known equally for its vibrant purple and white stripes, and its bitter taste. But there are easy ways to temper its taste in raw or cooked dishes.
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An ice bath helps ensure shrimp is properly cooked and perfectly plump, but to keep your shellfish from becoming dull and watery follow this step.
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Did you know that the base for a legion of unbeatable pasta sauces consists of just one ingredient, and it's one you likely have in your refrigerator right now?
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You can easily transform almost any vegetable into a crispy, golden-brown snack in just several minutes using an air fryer and a wet dredge.
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To achieve bacon that has a magnificently crisp texture and is easy to clean up after, line your baking sheet with aluminum foil before cooking.
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It's easy to stop at a store for a box of dry pasta to cook at home. But would go straight home if you knew all you need to make noodles is a pair of scissors?
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Ranch has evolved since its creation as a salad dressing into a partner for everything from chips to pizza. All it lacks is umami, which you can easily give it.
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When leftover rice is baked or pan-fried it develops a wonderfully crunchy texture and nutty flavor. You can make crispy rice in minutes using a panini press.