When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Growing shallots at home is a smart move for gardeners who love a flavorful ...

A chef-instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education teaches us the difference between these culinary cousins.

Shallots are mild, aromatic members of the onion family, usually planted in autumn as single cloves to produce the largest shallots. They are a multiplier vegetable, similar to potatoes. From one ...

Plant shallots in early spring or fall, depending on your climate zone. Space them about six inches apart, with their ...

A great substitute for onions when you need a sweeter or more subtle flavor, shallots are too often overlooked. Typically found near onions at the market, they are used in much the same way. This ...

I adore shallots. These little alliums give a beguiling oniony-garlicky flavor and fragrance to all sorts of dishes. I use them raw in salad dressings, caramelize them until they melt for topping ...