Crispy fried onion slices in bowl with a spoon on a kitchen towel - Bhofack2/Getty Images Onions are an undeniable kitchen staple, which is why picking the best onions at the grocery store is crucial.

This microwave trick softens onions in minutes—perfect for topping puff pastry tarts, layering into sandwiches, or tossing into salads. Many years ago, my wife and I co-wrote a column for Reader's ...

Onions show up in nearly every type of cooking, from quick weeknight meals to slow-simmered stews. They’re inexpensive, easy to find, and used around the world, but they can also be frustrating to ...