From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Look for bok choy with firm pale stalks and bright green, unwilted leaves. Avoid bok choy with yellowing leaves.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Buying Chard: Look for firm stalks and glossy, brightly colored leaves with no brown spots.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Look for cabbage with firm, shiny heads that feel heavy for their size. Avoid those with blemishes or loose leaves.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Don’t bother with a jar — it's easy to make your own flavorful tomato sauce with these tips from The Culinary Institute of America.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Curtis creates fish tacos that will tickle every one of your taste buds. The tender grilled mahi mahi (which translates to "sweet sweet" in Hawaiian) is nicely complemented by a tangy, salty and spicy salsa and the crunch of green cabbage.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

In this episode of the Pantry Project, Gail shows viewers how quinoa — a highly nutritious whole grain -- can be used in savory recipes like Quinoa Pilaf; Quinoa Stuffed Grilled Flank Steak; and Quinoa Cakes with Mushrooms, Bacon, and Sunnyside Fried Eggs.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Learn how to made an authentic tostada, one of Mexico’s tastiest comfort foods, with the help of The Culinary Institute of America.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Cooking a fish whole is the best way to maximize flavor, but removing the head, tail, and bones can be tricky. These tips from The Culinary Institute of America will show you how.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Choose straight, firm, bright orange carrots. Avoid those with cracks or soft spots. If tops are attached, they should be green, feathery, and unwilted.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Learn how to cut and clean leeks with this helpful tutorial from The Culinary Institute of America.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:05 PM

Curtis takes your taste buds south of the border with his irresistibly creamy chicken quesadilla.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

Learn how to defrost a turkey — safely and effectively -- with these tips from The Culinary Institute of America.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

Look for tightly-formed bunches of celery with pale green, very firm stalks. Avoid those with wilted, yellowing leaves.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

Learn how to open a fresh oyster with this easy tutorial from The Culinary Institute of America.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

Look for eggplants with firm, shiny skin that are heavy for their size. Avoid any that are spongy, have brown spots, or mold on the caps.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

A well-cooked mushroom is a thing of beauty, but it can be difficult for home cooks to achieve a brown, caramelized result. The experts at The Culinary Institute of America show you how in this simple tutorial.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

Learn how to create a flavorful meal using fresh mussels with tips from The Culinary Institute of America.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

Choose fava bean pods that are firm, uniformly green, and slightly fuzzy. Avoid pods where the beans inside bulge through the skin.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

Frying up a golden-brown chicken cutlet is a snap with these tips from the experts at The Culinary Institute of America.

From: KitchenDaily on Fri, Feb 04 2011 1:04 PM

Curtis' set-it-and-forget-it pulled pork sandwich recipe packs massive meat flavor, cool slaw and fruity BBQ sauce into one yummy bun.