Rich & Sweet
by Bia Rich
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Recipes, stories & kitchen wisdom from Bia Rich

Large roasted meat joint with charred crust and pink interior resting on a rack, warm kitchen background
Close-up plate with sliced meat, roasted potatoes, caramelized onions and gravy, warm brown tones
Bowl of sautéed kale with corn kernels and caramelized onions, dark green and yellow tones

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Meet Bia Rich
Cook, gardener, storyteller

Bia Rich spent 20 years in the NYC restaurant business before moving to the countryside of North Carolina. Now she cooks, gardens, and shares the recipes she loves — drawing on restaurant experience, family canning traditions, and a belief that too much of a good thing can be wonderful.

Hearty bowl of vegetable soup with rustic bread, deep green and earthy brown tones Soups & Breads
Plate with sliced meat, roasted potatoes, and caramelized onions with gravy Entrees
Bowl of sautéed kale with corn and caramelized onions Sides & Sauces

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  1. Bia’s Quick and Dirty Guide to Cleaning and Storing Fresh HerbsFresh herbs can change the character of a meal in seconds. A handful of parsley brightens a rich sauce, basil brings summer into a bowl of tomatoes, and…
  2. Simple Syrup Variations for Drinks, Desserts, and Savory DishesA jar of simple syrup can do far more than sweeten an iced coffee or cocktail. With a little time and a few fragrant ingredients, sugar and water become a…
  3. How to Dry-Brine a Turkey for a Juicy Holiday BirdA dry-brined turkey develops deeply seasoned meat, crisp golden skin, and a texture that stays tender from the first slice to the last leftover sandwich. The…
  4. A warm farro salad for cool-weather cookingA bowl of warm farro, caramelized root vegetables, salty feta, and bright herbs has the kind of balance that makes a simple meal feel generous. The grains are…
  5. The Art of Deglazing a Pan for Instant Pan SaucesA browned pan is one of the most useful flavor sources in the kitchen. After searing chicken, pork, steak, mushrooms, or vegetables, the skillet often holds a…
  6. A zesty lemon posset that comes together in ten minutesFew desserts offer such a generous return for so little work. Lemon posset needs a short list of ingredients, one saucepan, and enough time in the refrigerator…
  7. How to Make Buttermilk at Home for Baking and MarinadesButtermilk is one of those humble ingredients that can quietly transform a recipe. Its gentle acidity tenderizes gluten, encourages leavening, and adds a…
  8. Butter-Basted Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Sage and ApplesFew skillet dinners bring together comfort, fragrance, and speed as gracefully as pork chops cooked in foaming butter with fresh sage and sweet-tart apples.…
  9. Bia’s Step-by-Step Guide to Poaching Eggs in Simmering WaterA perfectly poached egg has a tender white wrapped around a softly flowing yolk. It is elegant enough for brunch, yet simple enough for a quiet breakfast with…
  10. Fresh Fennel and Orange Salad with Black Olives and Red OnionFew salads offer such a lively contrast of texture, color, and flavor as crisp fennel layered with juicy orange, briny black olives, and sharp red onion. It is…