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  • Naans on a woven tray

    Everything You Need To Know To Bake Soft Pillowy Naan At Home

    If you're eating a curry, chutney, or tandoori dish, you'll want to have naan handy. Here are some expert tips to help you bake this fluffy flatbread at home.

    By Faefyx Collington October 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Slice of lemon meringue pie

    Why You Have To Let Lemon Meringue Pie Cool Down Before Serving

    Unlike many other pies, a lemon meringue pie isn't any good when eaten warm, which is why you'll want to make sure to cool it down thoroughly and properly.

    By S. Ferrari October 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Cake in round pan

    The Easiest Way To Upgrade Boxed Cake Mix

    Following boxed cake directions will give you an acceptable result, but why settle for just fine when there are simple hacks that can take it to the next level?

    By Emery Pearson October 28th, 2024 Read More
  • An unfrosted vanilla cake

    The Easy Technique That Prevents Sad Dry Cakes

    To prevent disappointing, dry cakes, consider adopting this simple technique to produce gorgeous baked items, rich in flavor, texture, and aroma.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz October 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Sour cream pound cake

    What To Keep In Mind When Substituting Sour Cream In Baking

    Since baking is a precise science, you'll want to be careful when substituting sour cream in your recipes. Find out which alternatives produce the best results.

    By Emery Pearson October 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Peanuts next to peanut butter

    Spread Peanut Butter On Your Baked Salmon And Thank Us Later

    To elevate your baked salmon, skip the usual seasonings and reach for your favorite brand of peanut butter for a unique, mouth-watering experience.

    By Allison Lindsey October 27th, 2024 Read More
  • above image of brownies

    The Crucial Rule You Should Follow To Avoid Over-Baking Brownies

    While baking instructions vary, there's one simple visual cue to tell if your brownies are baked to perfection. The key is to keep an eye out for cracks.

    By Lauren Dozier October 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Natural cocoa powder

    Natural Cocoa Vs Dutch Cocoa Powder: What's The Distinction?

    Before you replace Dutch cocoa powder with natural cocoa powder in a recipe, find out the key differences and other ingredients you need to add before you bake.

    By Jonathan Kesh October 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Two-tier white cake

    Pushing Straws Into Cake Tiers Helps Make Each Layer Sturdier

    If your cakes lack balance when you start stacking them layers, then look no further than this everyday grocery purchase: the plastic straw.

    By Ginny Johnson October 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands squeezing lemons

    How To Successfully Substitute Lemon Juice In Baking

    One false move in baking could ruin everything, so if you're planning on replacing lemon juice in your recipe, you'll want to follow these important tips.

    By Allison Lindsey October 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Cup of pumpkin puree

    The Mistake You're Making Whenever You Use Canned Pumpkin

    Canned pumpkin can help prevent some major headaches in the kitchen. However, you're most likely making some mistakes when using it for your meals.

    By Ginny Johnson October 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Selection of classic cakes

    17 Nostalgic Cakes You Probably Forgot Existed

    Older members of our families may have fond memories of some of these forgotten cakes, which will taste as good today as when they were first baked.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley October 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Person holding an apple pie

    Put A Savory Spin On Apple Pie With One Extra Ingredient

    Apple pie is a classic fall dessert, but there are plenty of ways to spice it up. Add this meaty ingredient to the sweet staple for an extra-special pie.

    By Allison Lindsey October 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Grocery store shelves of boxed cake mixes

    Are Boxed Cake Mixes Typically Vegan?

    Many products at the grocery store are unexpectedly vegan, including plenty found in the baking aisle. Here's what to know when buying or baking boxed cake mix.

    By Ashlen Wilder October 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Glazed and sliced ham

    Soda Is The Easiest Way To Create A Sweet And Sticky Glaze

    If you are looking for a simple way to create a delicious glaze for your next entree or dessert, consider using your favorite brand of soda as a shortcut.

    By S. Ferrari October 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Drizzling condensed milk on toast

    To Fully Enjoy Sweetened Condensed Milk, Just Grab Toast

    Sweetened condensed milk is more versatile than you may think. Expand your culinary repertoire and learn how to use it with toast for an indulgent treat.

    By Emery Pearson October 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Paul Hollywood smiling

    The Tip Paul Hollywood Swears By When Baking Homemade Pizza Dough

    If you're on a mission to perfect your homemade pizza dough, consider trying out this two-fold tip from Paul Hollywood, one of the best British bakers.

    By S. Ferrari October 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Pile of macaron cookies

    The Telltale Sign That Your Macaron Batter Is Undermixed

    One of the most common errors aspiring macaron makers encounter is undermixing. Luckily, there is one simple sign you can look for - and an easy way to fix it.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley October 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Trader Joe's French Apple Tart

    Ina Garten's Simply Delicious Upgrade For Trader Joe's Apple Tart

    Ina Garten isn't kidding when she says store-bought is fine. She even shared a Trader Joe's apple tart with friends and her secrets to amp it up with us all.

    By Kim Ranjbar October 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Pieces of white chocolate

    What Is The Best Substitute For White Chocolate?

    If you're not a fan of white chocolate and are struggling to find an alternative for your recipe, consider this ingredient that shares similar qualities.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz October 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Cookies on a baking rack

    Here's How The Temperature Of Your Oven Will Affect Your Cookies

    The temperature of your oven is one of the keys to turning out a batch of scrumptious cookies, so learn how to set it for successful results every single time.

    By S. Ferrari October 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Chocolate chip cookies

    Baking Soda And Powder: Which Leads To Better Cookies?

    Baking soda and powder will produce very different results, and which is better depends on what kind of cookie you're making and how you like them to turn out.

    By Tony Cooper October 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of whipped cream

    How To Make Whipped Cream Last Longer (Hint: It's One Ingredient)

    There's more than one event where you'd want a stash of whipped cream in advance. It actually has one of the easiest make-ahead hacks and it's in your pantry.

    By Ginny Johnson October 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Perfectly cut brownies with crinkly tops

    Yes, You Can Make Brownies In The Air Fryer

    Can you make brownies in an air fryer? Yes. Should you? There are certainly some big benefits to it, and as it turns out, there aren't that many drawbacks.

    By Faefyx Collington October 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Ree Drummond

    Ree Drummond's Pro-Tip For Perfect Pecan Pie

    The Pioneer Woman isn't afraid to ruffle a few feathers when it comes to pecan pie and her tip for the perfect recipe is anything but traditional.

    By Lauren Dozier October 20th, 2024 Read More
  • woman mixing a sourdough starter

    Yes, You Can Freeze Sourdough Starter. Here's How

    After putting so much work into a sourdough starter, the last thing any baker wants to do is damage it. Learn how to freeze your sourdough starter correctly.

    By Shawna Schofield October 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Person adding arugula to pizza

    The Unconventional Tool That Can Make Restaurant-Style Pizza In A Home Oven

    If you don't have a fancy wood-fired pizza oven in your backyard, this surprising tool can help you upgrade your regular oven for higher-quality pizza.

    By Jonathan Kesh October 20th, 2024 Read More
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