Jessica Harlan
School
University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign, Institute Of Culinary Eduction, New York City
Expertise
Kitchen Tools, Healthy Eating, Culinary Techniques
- Jessica has written nine cookbooks and counting, including Ramen to the Rescue, Homemade Condiments, and The Little Book of Takoyaki. They cover everything from cooking with ramen noodles to making mason-jar meals.
- She once served as the judge for a hot and spicy foods competition.
- One of her most unforgettable culinary experiences was a multi-course truffle meal while on a press tour in Molise, Italy.
Experience
Jessica has been writing about food and cooking since the mid-1990s. Beginning as an editor for a gourmet food trade magazine and then for a housewares magazine, she has written about everything from salsas to blenders to the latest superfoods. After graduating from culinary school, Jessica began developing recipes and went on to write several cookbooks. She's tested cooking equipment for About.com, Consumers Digest, and Clean Eating, and has written about food and cooking for AllRecipes, Kitchn, Yahoo!, and Mashed.
Education
Jessica has a bachelor's degree in English Rhetoric from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a culinary degree from the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City.
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Stories By Jessica Harlan
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We checked in with Mrs. Goldfarb's Unreal Deli to see how the business has grown since "Shark Tank" and what to expect next from the plant-based brand.
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Cousins Maine Lobster has grown and changed quite a bit since its 'Shark Tank' appearance more than a decade ago. The founders told us all about it and more.
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What happens to a Shark Tank contestant after the show? We catch up with Nancy Kalish of Rule Breaker Snacks to learn how business is doing.
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Trader Joe's is loved by shoppers for their unique and exciting food ranges. They also have some excellent canned foods you may have never expected.
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There are a lot of hidden gems on the shelves of Costco. However, these pantry staples can help you stock the most needed kitchen essentials for less.
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Everyone loves a potato dish, but it only takes a little extra to take your side spuds from regular to fancy. These ingredients and techniques will do it.
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Need your caffeine fix in the Windy City? From Caffe Umbria to Plein Air, Sputnik to Heritage Bikes and Coffee, here are Chicago's most popular local spots.
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We've rounded up the best corn recipes for every occasion. Take a look and find some new favorite ways to prepare this sweet and summery ingredient.
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MasterChef is one the most beloved cooking shows out there, and as it gears up for a new season, we decided to take a look at what past winners are up to.
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We asked for advice right from the experts: there's no need to head to the coast to enjoy great-tasting crab dishes if you avoid these common mistakes.
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We spoke with the burrito experts and lauded chefs to pass along the best tips you need for making better burritos at home.
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Interested in an automatic egg cooker? We've gone ahead and done the research for you, so you can choose the one that's eggs-actly right for your needs.
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Brussels sprouts have experienced a boom in popularity of late, and these tips will help you get the most out of these delicious little veggies.
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It seems like everyone is talking about the Instant Pot, and for good reason. Here's everything you need to know about it to get started in the kitchen.