Common ways to cut up an onion include dicing, mincing, and slicing. A sharp chef's knife is the best tool for cutting onions and will minimize eye irritation. Chopped onions can be stored in the ...

Who among us can solve the age-old conundrum of preventing tears when you cut onions? Does anyone have an answer? Why, Martha ...

Soups, blossoms, deep fried rings, eaten raw on salads or caramelized on burgers, onions are among the most versatile vegetables in your kitchen. They are the third most popular edible plant on Earth, ...

Chopping onions can easily get into teary territory. In seconds, your eyes hurt and you are teary. What if there's a way to prevent this? Onions' stinging sensation in the eyes is a defence mechanism ...

The onion is one of the most widely used staples in cooking, found in recipes of all types and cultures. Despite being a very common ingredient, many people, even those who cook often, make ...

Whether they play a supporting or starring role, onions are the all-purpose flavor agent of the kitchen. They can be bold when sliced thin and served raw as a burger topping, or silky and sweet when ...

There are many varieties of onions, all with different flavor profiles and uses, though each helps to build the base of a savory, aromatic dish. Onions can be sliced, diced, wedged, or halved, but ...

Cooking can be a relaxing, meditative act—that is, until your eyes start to sting unbearably. Cutting an onion often leads to an involuntary stream of tears, but a new scientific discovery has ...

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