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  • close-up of a glossy brownies

    This Chocolatey Ingredient Might Be The Secret To Brownies With A Shiny Crust

    You might think that creating your perfect brownies requires endless recipe tweaking, but one added ingredient can almost guarantee a shiny crust.

    By Amy Andrews 19 hours ago Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis smiling at a red carpet event

    Giada De Laurentiis Says This Ice Water Brownie Hack Is A Fail, But You Should Try It Anyway

    An attempt to create fudgier brownies didn't go as planned for Giada De Laurentiis, but with a few tweaks, you may find success with the ice-bath hack.

    By Marco Sumayao 1 day ago Read More
  • Ree Drummond smiling with teeth

    The Low-Effort Way To Elevate Store-Bought Biscuits Just Like Ree Drummond

    Ree Drummond may be a cooking expert, but that doesn't mean she's above using store-bought shortcuts. Here's how she elevates pre-made biscuits.

    By Crystal Antonace 1 day ago Read More
  • Chocolate meringue topped pie

    The Vintage Chocolate Pie No One Seems To Make Anymore

    What was once a delicacy to many has now seemingly been lost to history. However, this chocolate pie's return to the dinner table is long overdue.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 2 days ago Read More
  • Ree Drummond smiling, while leaning toward a microphone

    The Ingredient Duo Ree Drummond Uses To Make The Perfect Pie Crust

    Ree Drummond has perfected the art of living the pioneer life, and her advice about adding two ingredients to pie crust is a total game changer.

    By Crystal Antonace 2 days ago Read More
  • Shelves of loaves of bread in a bakery

    The Story Behind The Oldest Operating Bakery In The World

    Even world-shaping events haven't shut down the oldest operating bakery, which first opened in 1331. Here's what to know about its delicious history.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 2 days ago Read More
  • Stacks of Kirkland Signature croissants on display in store

    13 Creative Ways To Enjoy Costco's Fan-Favorite Croissants

    Costco's fan-favorite croissants have a lot of untapped cooking potential within them. From crostinis to croutons, try using croissants these ways.

    By Emily M Alexander 2 days ago Read More
  • frosted vanilla cupcakes

    Turn Store-Bought Vanilla Cupcakes Into A Churro Treat In Minutes

    Store-bought vanilla cupcakes are helpful in a pinch, especially when you have no time to bake, but elevating them into a churro treat takes just a few minutes.

    By Jessica Riggio 3 days ago Read More
  • homemade banana peanut butter fudge brownie

    The Only 3 Ingredients You Need For The Most Delicious Brownies (No Flour, Eggs, Or Baking Mix)

    To make the best gluten-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free brownies, you'll just need three simple ingredients. Here's how to make them yourself at home.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 3 days ago Read More
  • display case full of pies

    This Old-School Pie Might Not Be For Everyone, But It's Beloved In Iowa

    There's an old-school pie that's beloved out in Iowa that's absolutely not for everyone, but it's at least worth a try. Here's what you need to know.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 4 days ago Read More
  • freshly baked loaf of banana bread

    Don't Toss Your Overripe Fruit, They'll Be Amazing In Your Next Cake

    If you've got a bunch of overripe fruit laying around, you shouldn't throw them away just yet. Instead, try using fruit that's about to go bad for a cake.

    By Jaime Jacques 4 days ago Read More
  • Butter and flour being mixed together in a bowl with a hand holding crumbs.

    How To Cut In Butter Like A Pro-Baker

    Cutting in butter is a key step when baking that ensures the perfect tender, flaky results. Here's how to cut in butter like a true pro-baker.

    By Betsy Parks 5 days ago Read More
  • A large stack of uncooked russet potatoes.

    How Long It Really Takes To Overcook A Potato (And How To Avoid It)

    Have you wondered how easy it is to overcook a potato in the oven? To find out, we asked an expert, who also shared tips for perfectly cooked baked potatoes.

    By Andy Hume 5 days ago Read More
  • Store-bought pie crust sheets dusted with flour

    5 Genius Uses For Frozen Pie Crust That Aren't Pie

    Sure, you could bake a pie with frozen pie crust, but you could be doing so much more with this convenient and versatile dough. Here's what to know.

    By Ilene V. Smith 6 days ago Read More
  • Hands kneading bread dough on floured surface

    The Secret Ingredient For The Softest Bread You've Ever Had

    Not all bread needs to be soft, but if you're making a regular old loaf at home, it should definitely be soft. Use this secret ingredient to make it softer.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 days ago Read More
  • Cookie dough scooped onto parchment paper on a tray

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Using An Insulated Cookie Sheet

    Home bakers have long debated the best type of cookie sheet. Insulated cookie sheets sound like a good idea, but there are some things you should know first.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 days ago Read More
  • Alton Brown with a long beard in a black shirt and gray apron in front of a wall of guitars and cookware

    Our 16 Favorite Baking Tips We Learned From Alton Brown

    Alton Brown is known for blending his culinary skills with humor, making cooking more accessible. Take a look at his best baking tips everyone should know.

    By Juniper Finch 6 days ago Read More
  • a glass jar full of pumpkin puree

    Make The Easiest Pumpkin Dessert With 2 Store-Bought Shortcuts

    Making pumpkin hand pies using two store-bought shortcuts makes the prep fast and easy. It's a great trick for a quick snack or last-minute dessert.

    By Sonora Slater 7 days ago Read More
  • glass jar full of peanut butter surrounded by peanuts

    Old-School Peanut Butter Bread Can Be Made Without Eggs, Butter, Or Vanilla

    This Depression-era bread recipe omits eggs, butter, and vanilla in favor of peanut butter, milk, and other ingredients more readily available at the time.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 7 days ago Read More
  • a row of Sweet Baby Ray's honey barbecue sauce

    Does Honey Barbecue Sauce Belong In Chocolate Cupcakes? Sweet Baby Ray's Thinks So

    Spicy, smoky barbecue sauce piped into a batch of sweet chocolate cupcakes? Who would've thought such a combination might actually be a thing!

    By Sonora Slater 9 days ago Read More
  • close-up of dates and brown sugar

    Gordon Ramsay's Favorite Dessert Conjures Up Memories Of His Mom

    Gordon Ramsay has certainly sampled many desserts in his day, but this one is by far his favorite. Here's why this particular dessert reminds him of his mother.

    By Amy Andrews 10 days ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse rolls with butter

    Texas Roadhouse Fans Swear By This Sweet Leftover Hack For Their Rolls

    Have leftover rolls from a dinner out at Texas Roadhouse? Give them new life by turning them into a sweet yet simple baked dessert.

    By Julia Mullaney 10 days ago Read More
  • Focaccia break in baking dish

    Transform Store-Bought Frozen Dinner Rolls Into Cheesy Focaccia Pizza In Minutes

    Don't want to deal with making pizza dough from scratch? Here's how to turn frozen dinner rolls into delicious focaccia-style dough for quick and easy pizza.

    By Julia Mullaney 10 days ago Read More
  • an old-school cafeteria tray with slice of pizza, green Jell-O, and mac and cheese

    What Made Old-School Cafeteria Pizza's Spongy Crust So Delicious?

    The most critical component of the old-school pizza was a pourable crust used by many school cafeterias. Its unique makeup made school pizzas irresistible.

    By Jaime Jacques 10 days ago Read More
  • Slices of baked cassava cake

    Make Cassava Cake In Minutes With Only 3 Ingredients

    Cassava cake is distinct from other cakes in several ways. The biggest difference is that you need only three ingredients and a few minutes to prep it.

    By Ashlen Wilder 10 days ago Read More
  • cookie mix layered in a mason jar with a red gingham ribbon tied around it

    Layer Mason Jar Cookie Mix Perfectly With This Simple Tool

    Mason jar cookie mixes are the ideal host gift or foodie treat. Use a funnel to achieve aesthetically pleasing layers of ingredients in the jar.

    By Sonora Slater 11 days ago Read More
  • two boxes of betty crocker cake mix, one french vanilla, and one red velvet

    Transform Store-Bought Cake Mix Into A Whole New Dessert With Just 3 Ingredients

    With just one box of cake mix from the grocery store and two ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, you can bake this delicious dessert.

    By Sonora Slater 11 days ago Read More
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