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. Broil or Bake: Choosing the Right Oven HeatAn oven can do far more than simply make food hot. The position of the heating element, the intensity of the heat, and the amount of time food spends cooking…
  2. Building a flavorful shrimp boil with Old Bay, corn, and potatoesA good shrimp boil is generous, relaxed, and deeply seasoned from the first sip of broth to the last buttery bite. It brings together sweet shrimp, creamy…
  3. How to Roast a Whole Fish with Lemon and HerbsA whole roasted fish looks like a special-occasion centerpiece, yet the method is wonderfully straightforward. With a few lemon slices, fresh herbs, olive oil,…
  4. Cucumber and Dill Salad with Creamy Sour Cream DressingA cool cucumber salad has a way of making a meal feel lighter without leaving the plate short on flavor. Crisp cucumbers, fresh dill, tangy sour cream, and a…
  5. Why Weighing Flour Makes Better BakesBaking rewards precision in a way that most savory cooking does not. A pinch more salt or an extra splash of broth can often be adjusted as a dish develops,…
  6. Making Stovetop Mac and Cheese That Rivals Any Baked VersionA great macaroni and cheese does not need a casserole dish or a layer of breadcrumbs to feel complete. On the stovetop, pasta, dairy, and a carefully built…
  7. Silky Cauliflower and Leek Soup Finished with Truffle OilA bowl of cauliflower and leek soup can be humble, elegant, or deeply luxurious depending on how it is prepared. The vegetables bring a gentle sweetness, while…
  8. 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…
  9. 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…
  10. 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…