Why Grocery Stores Bind Banana Stems In Plastic Wrap
Some grocery stores bind banana stems in plastic wrap, which may seem like a waste of plastic, but it's actually an ingenious way to keep bananas ripe.
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The Best Tool To Crack Open A Pistachio Is A Second Pistachio
There is actually a genius way to open pistachios that won't sacrifice a fingernail or cost you any money. All you need is another pistachio shell.
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The Easiest Way To Test Baking Soda And Powder Freshness
The easiest way to test the freshness of your baking soda and baking powder is to test them with a mixture of water and vinegar or with vinegar alone.
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What's The Deal With The Absorbent Pad In Meat And Fish Packages?
While sometimes a nuisance, the absorbent pad is actually placed in meat packages to collect naturally occurring juices that can contain harmful bacteria.
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The Best Tool To Crack Open A Pistachio Is A Second Pistachio
There is actually a genius way to open pistachios that won't sacrifice a fingernail or cost you any money. All you need is another pistachio shell.
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The Easiest Way To Test Baking Soda And Powder Freshness
The easiest way to test the freshness of your baking soda and baking powder is to test them with a mixture of water and vinegar or with vinegar alone.
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The Rise And Fall Of McDonald's Hamburglar
The Hamburglar has taken on many forms over the years, but the McDonald's burger thief has continuously risen from the ashes as a go-to food mascot.
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Why Ground Meat Spoils Faster Than Standard Cuts
Despite its popularity and versatility, ground meat tends to go bad faster than other cuts. This is largely due to how ground meat is prepared and processed.
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Ultra Cheesy Juicy Lucy Recipe
In this recipe, we take inspiration from the friendly neighbors of the east and stuff our Juicy Lucy with cheese curds for an ultra cheesy Juicy Lucy.
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The Perfect Amount Of Vinegar For Delicious Caramelized Onions
Caramelized onions can elevate practically any dish, but making them can be a hassle. Add vinegar to deglaze your pan and give your onions an acidic bite.
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Seltzer Water Makes NYC Deli Cream Cheese Irresistible
New York bagels need the perfect deli cream cheese, but how can you achieve that light, fluffy texture at home? The trick is simpler than you might think.
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Basic But Foolproof Whipped Cream Recipe
Don't settle for the stuff in a can - top off your dessert with the good stuff, AKA this basic but foolproof whipped cream.
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Doppelgänger Foods: What They Are And How We Get Them
People aren't the only things with doppelgängers. Many foods from around the globe strongly resemble each other and may even bear similar flavor profiles.
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Comforting Ginger Chicken Jook (Rice Porridge) Recipe
Rice porridge is a comforting dish found in many different Asian cultures. This recipe for jook, the Cantonese version, comes together in under an hour.
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Mont Blanc Dessert Makes Chestnut The Main Character
One particularly delectable vehicle for chestnuts is a French dessert Mont Blanc which features a meringue base topped with sweet chestnut cream.
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Melted Ice Cream Takes Basic Boxed Cake To The Next Level
Soft ice cream is an addition to boxed cake mixes that can elevate the texture in addition to adding an array of flavor notes with almost endless combinations.
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Cheesecake Isn't Quite A Pie, And It's Definitely Not A Cake
A cheesecake doesn't really fit the standards definitions of either cake or pie although it incorporates some elements of both types of sweet pastry.
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What To Do About White Spots On Your Kimchi
Chances are, those white spots on your kimchi are yeast, not mold. And while the yeast might not be tasty, don't fret if you accidentally consume some.
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Homeroom's Ultimate Macaroni And Cheese Recipe
Adapted from Homeroom's delicious pasta dish, this recipe is creamy and indulgent, but with more depth of flavor than your typical mac and cheese.
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Mash Up Deviled Eggs And Potato Salad For The Ultimate Side Dish
Eggs in potato salad are nothing new, but for a fresh and tasty twist, try deviled eggs instead. Here are some tips for making the perfect side.
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The 2-Fold Magic Of Coffee-Crusted Steak
An expert rub containing grounds from the right kind of coffee beans can both elevate the flavor of your steak and enrich the beef's texture.
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Minute Steak Is The Quick Cooking Cut With A Misleading Name
In a perfect world, so-called "minute steak" would cook in a minute, just as the name suggests. That's not entirely true, but the name isn't too far off base.
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Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe
This delicious, creamy soup is as simple as roasting some veggies, blending, and simmering!
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Classic Chiles Rellenos Recipe
Stuffed with cheese, fried until golden brown, and served over a zippy guajillo salsa, chiles rellenos are a labor of love, but well worth the effort.
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The Tender Difference Between New York Strip And Ribeye Steak
New York strip and ribeye are both popular steak cuts, and although both have delicious perks and a lot of similarities, they're not identical.
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Mambo Sauce Is Washington DC's Greatest Culinary Treasure
The sweet, spicy, and tangy mambo sauce (or mumbo sauce), is a staple at Chinese restaurants and fried chicken takeout spots across the District of Columbia.
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How Steak Tartare Became A Restaurant Menu Staple
The steak tartare wave hit American restaurants hard and arguably has yet to crash. There seem to be two notable reasons restaurants put it on their menus.
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Jammy, Soy Marinated Eggs Are A Must For The Perfect Ramen
If you've had your fair share of Japanese ramen, you'll know that ramen eggs or ajitsuke tamago add a pop of color, deep umami flavor, and texture to your bowl.
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Cook Frozen Pizza In A Cast Iron Skillet And Throw The Instructions Away
Frozen pizza can be less-than-stellar, so next time cook it in a cast iron skillet and completely disregard the instructions for a totally upgraded experience.
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Why Grocery Store Apples Have That Thin Layer Of Wax
The wax coating on your apple acts as a protective barrier against pests and helps retain moisture, ensuring it remains crisp from the orchard to your kitchen.
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The Cheap Fix That Makes Fishy Salmon Taste Luxurious
One of the easiest and simplest ways to reduce the fishy taste of salmon and impart a hint of smokiness is by cooking it on cedar grilling planks.
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Affordable Grouper At A Restaurant Is Probably Too Good To Be True
Grouper is a popular fish for its sweet flavor and flaky texture which is why finding it at an unbelievable price in a restaurant might prompt concern.
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The Temperature Sweet Spot To Keep Your Refrigerator At
Your fridge needs to be cold enough to stop the spread of bacteria, but it shouldn't freeze your food either — 35 to 38 degrees Fahrenheit is the sweet spot.
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