Even when fresh, seasonal foods are at their finest, canned goods from a well-stocked pantry can save the day, and the dinner. It’s immensely practical to keep your favorite cans on hand. Canned foods ...

A pinch of sugar naturally softens tomato acidity for smoother, balanced curries. Sugar enhances spice clarity and brings a fuller, well-rounded flavour to gravies. A tiny amount improves colour and ...

A glut of tomatoes is an embarrassment of riches, especially when put to work in this fragrant curry. By Eric Kim Credit...Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food stylist: Maggie Ruggiero. Prop ...

This stew is inspired by chana masala, a vegetarian Indian dish featuring chickpeas, tomatoes, garlic, chiles and ginger.

These recipes put the grocery-store staple to work in cozy soups, creamy risottos, and savory potpies, dumplings, curries, ...