Rachael Narins

10 years of experience writing about food for L.A. Times, L.A. Weekly, Serious Eats, Simply Recipes, Food & Wine, Eater and more
Graduate of California Culinary Academy
Author of Cast-Iron Cooking: Recipes & Tips for Getting the Most out of Your Cast-Iron Cookware
Founder of Chicks with Knives, a culinary event company

Experience

As a professional chef and food writer, Rachael's culinary career has been extensive. She founded food event company Chicks With Knives, has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants, appeared on NBC's Kitchen Kickstarter as a guest judge and been a personal chef to professional athletes. She's also the author of the cookbook Cast-Iron Cooking.

For Taste of Home, Rachel has shared her expertise across savory and sweet recipes, from strawberry crepes to classic ratatouille.

Education

California Culinary Academy, associate degree in culinary arts

Graduate of the University of California's Master Food Preserver program

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Articles & Recipes

Classic Ratatouille

This rich and flavorful ratatouille is the perfect salute to the harvest. Hearty and full of veggies, it fills the kitchen with the comforting aroma of thyme, onions and garlic. —Diane Trester, Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Tasty Marinated Tomatoes

My niece introduced me to this colorful recipe some time ago. I now make it when I have buffets or large gatherings because it can be prepared hours ahead. This is a great way to use a bumper crop of tomatoes. —Myrtle Matthews, Marietta, Georgia

Creamy Strawberry Crepes

Wrap summer-ripe strawberries and creamy filling into these delicate crepes for an elegant brunch entree. —Kathy Kochiss, Huntington, Connecticut