Marcy Ragan

Personal Chef

Marcy Ragan is a Personal Chef based in Rumson, New Jersey. She has over 20 years of culinary experience and is currently the Owner and Operator of Relish Your Chef, where she offers bespoke personal chef services, catering, and cooking lessons. She runs a custom meal service for her clients, tailored to their dietary needs. She received her classical training in cooking at the International Culinary Center. She also attended Rutgers University, where she received a BA in Psychology.

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How to

Eat Oats

Oats are a healthy and incredibly versatile grain. However, they have so many uses that it's hard to know just how you should incorporate them into your diet. Luckily, there are a variety of tasty and straightforward way...

How to

Cook Asparagus in the Microwave

If you need a quick, healthy way to cook asparagus, look no further than your microwave. There are a couple of ways you can cook asparagus in the microwave. Keep reading to learn more about each one.

How to

Eat Brie

Brie is a soft French cheese made from cow’s milk that has a smooth and creamy texture. If you’re unfamiliar with the cheese, it also has a white rind over it that is edible. It is traditionally cut into small wedges...

3 Delicious Toppings for Your Next Batch of Muffins

Yummy muffin toppings you can whip up in a flashToppings are a great way to add a little extra texture and visual interest to a plain muffin! Choose from a variety of options, such as streusel crumbs or sugar crystals, w...

How to

Shred Carrots

Shredded carrots are great in salads, slaws, and many other recipes. The technique is not hard at all to learn, it just might take practice to get the length of carrot necessary for your particular recipe. Whether you wa...

How to

Clarify Stock

Stock is the liquid that’s made from simmering animal bones over a long period of time. Making stock at home is both nutritious and delicious. Stock can boost your immune system and improve your bone density. However, ...

How to

Choose Asparagus

Asparagus is a popular vegetable that can be included in a variety of delicious dishes. These stalky veggies are especially popular during the springtime when they are in season. Choosing quality asparagus can be a littl...

How to

Cook Parsnips

Parsnips are a root vegetable similar to carrots, and they have a sweet, nutty flavor. They are off-white to pale yellow and are high in vitamin C. Parsnips can be cooked in various ways to release their tender, gentle s...

How to

Cook a Chuck Roast

Chuck roast is a thick cut of meat that comes from the shoulder of the cow. It has a rich, delicious flavor that makes it a classic dish for a home-cooked meal. Prep, season, and brown your meat over a stove for a juicy,...

How to

Measure Peanut Butter

Measuring peanut butter sounds a lot easier than it is. Peanut butter can get stuck to your kitchen tools and measuring cups, which throws off your measurements. Luckily, there are some easy things you can do to measure ...

How to

Make Ice Cream Without Heavy Cream

You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream. You might want to scream louder if we want to make ice cream at home and don't have any heavy cream. Luckily, it is possible to make delicious ice cream at home without ...

How to

Shred Carrots for a Cake

Adding carrots to cake recipes adds moisture to cakes, as well as infusing them with added nutrients. You can shred the carrots using either a grater or a food processor; the process is no different from shredding them f...

How to

Melt Hershey Kisses

If you need to melt Hershey Kisses for a recipe or to drizzle over a dessert, it couldn’t be easier! Simply pull off their foil wrappers, pop them in a heat-safe bowl, and use either your microwave or a double boiler t...

How to

Make Ice Cream with a Machine

Whip up a tasty batch of homemade ice cream with this handy guideNothing beats homemade ice cream. While it is possible to make ice cream without a machine, using an ice cream maker will give you a smoother treat. This ...

How to

Steam Zucchini

Zucchini is a versatile vegetable that makes a great healthy addition to any meal. Steaming zucchini is an excellent choice of cooking method because it spares the vegetable from having contact with boiling water, which...

How to

Make Cookies Chewy

Everyone loves a dense, chewy cookie, and creating one doesn’t have to be difficult. The main difference between a chewy cookie and a crispy one is that a chewy cookie has more moisture. By making ingredient substituti...

How to

Puree Vegetables

Puréed vegetables form the basis for many delicious soups, such as butternut squash soup. They can also be a nutrient-rich base for pasta sauces. Puréed vegetables are also a staple for parents who want to make their o...

How to

Pan Fry Shrimp

Shrimp are quick and easy to cook, especially if you pan-fry them. Take a few minutes to defrost and devein the shrimp if you bought whole, frozen shrimp. Then, toss fresh or thawed shrimp into a hot skillet and cook the...

How to

Make Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken fried rice is a popular dish at Chinese restaurants in many countries. It is an excellent recipe to make at home, because you can gather leftovers, such as cold rice, eggs, chicken pieces, and frozen or fresh veg...