Hiya, I am from New Zealand and I love to watch your show in the mornings. I understand that we are a few episodes behind you guys, but I just watched you make french onion soup with cheesy croutons. You were saying about tips to stop your eyes from watering when you are chopping onions, I just chew a piece of mint chewing gum.. I promise you, it’s amazing! Thanks, Alice Hemmings Thanks for the tip,  Alice! Many, if not most, of Rachael’s recipes have onions at least in supporting roles -  here are just some of Rachael’s recipes where onions are one of the...

Dear Rachael, Hello. I watch your shows all the time. I am in need of your help: I want to be able to cook good recipes for my family. I love your 30 minute meals, however, i am in need of some recipe ideas for my family. I have three children. Do you have any ideas for someone like me, that won’t take long to cook, but good for kids as well? I am afraid my family is getting bored with the stuff i have been cooking. I appreciate your advice. Thanks, Lisa W Dear Lisa: Meal ideas for families is one of Rachael’s specialties, especially...

Dear Cooks: I saw on one of Rachael’s shows where she uses tomato paste that comes in a tube, rather than a can. Could you please tell me the brand name and where I can purchase it? I’ve looked at most of my stores and have not seen it. Thank you so much for responding. Rich  PS: By the way, love your show. Dear Rich: I can’t tell you how many letters we get from readers looking for tomato paste in a tube. It is in most grocery, Italian grocery or specialty food stores right on the shelf with regular cans of tomato paste. It comes in a small skinny...

My husband and I watch Rachel every day. On Wednesday, January 20th, Rachel made Bacon, Leek and Tomato Spaghetti.  That has got to be the best of the best of all recipes.  Not too heavy, not too light, absolutely perfect!  I am always looking for something different as I am of the old school—potatoes, gravy, meat and vegetable.  Thank you Rachel for being so innovative.  I never would have figured that out on my own. You have also taught me how to cook with fresh herbs.  You just prove that you can teach an old dog new tricks.  Thank you. Penny & Ken...

Dear Rachael: Just wanted to let you know I made your broken spaghetti (Wild Mushroom Broken Spaghetti Risotto) last night.  My husband who is not crazy with Risotto, which I love, fell in love  with this dish. I used a local white wine by Nissleys Vineyards, called Niagara . The wine is sweet and tastes just like sucking on a concord grape. I also fried my mushroom after stewing them, because he’s not crazy about mushrooms, but he loved them this way. The dish has a very unique flavor. Finally a side dish my husband asked me to make again. Sincerely, Love E.,Elizabethtown, Pa. Wild Mushroom Broken Spaghetti Risotto...

Dear Cooks, Saw Rachael on Larry King Live and she referred to flash freezing broccoli. How do you do this? thanks -June Weeks Hi June, If you look at a blog post Rachael did a while ago, she talks about this. See...

Hi there Rach, My name is Sammi and I wanted to know if you every tried garlic salt instead of regular salt in your pasta water? I do every time and it adds a great flavor to your pasta. You are already adding salt why not add salt with some flavor? I have to hear from you soon and I love your shows. Love, your biggest fan, Sammi Pasta ...

Hi Rach, my Husband made your Eclairs for me on Valentines Day. He had a mess with the filling, so we used the little Honey Bear. It worked just great,and no more licking of the fingers. Just wanted to let you know of another use for the little guy. We watch your show everyday,keep up the great job. Gayle Obarski Wautoma, Wi...

Rachael, Thank you Thank you Thank you! I just returned from a trip to NY.  My Sister, my mom and I took what we hope to be a first annual mother daughter trip to explore the world and started with NY.  We decided to use your suggestions one night as a guide for dinner. We chose A’Pizz. I have never had a favorite restaurant until now. THANK YOU for showing me the path to heaven on a plate. I had the ravioli with caramelized squash. YUMO! I partook in my first Mohito and delicious wine as well. We each tried a different dish...