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  • pie with slice taken out

    One Quick Addition Will Help Cut The Sweetness In A Store-Bought Pie

    If you like store-bought pies but get thrown off by the immense sweetness, don't fret. All you need to off set the sweetness is one simple ingredient.

    By Megan Lim October 18th, 2024 Read More
  • A plate of lemon bars

    The Secret Savory Ingredient Valerie Bertinelli Adds To Homemade Lemon Bars

    Valerie Bertinelli has a secret ingredient that she adds to her lemon bars to really make the flavor pop, and it's something you'd never expect.

    By Lauren Dozier October 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Freshly baked brownies

    The Simple Addition That Takes Homemade Brownies Up A Notch

    If you are looking for the easiest, moistest, chocolatiest brownie recipe, then this unexpected premade mix combination could be everything you want.

    By Kathryn Steane October 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Granny Smith apples

    The Iron-Clad Rule For Swapping Honeycrisp Apples With Granny Smiths

    If your apple-related recipe calls for Honeycrisp but you're a Granny Smith devotee, make the swap with one easy addition due to their tart, acidic bite.

    By Ginny Johnson October 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Etrogs

    Is An Etrog The Same As A Lemon, And What's Its Significance During Sukkot?

    Etrogs are citrons used in the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. Here's how this citrus fruit differs from a lemon, and how to use the peel in your cooking.

    By Jackson Williams October 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Chef and author Prue Leith

    The Baking Ingredient Prue Leith Prefers Store-Bought Over Homemade

    There are many culinary undertakings worth doing the old-fashioned way. But, Prue Leith gives home cooks permission to buy one store-bought baking ingredient.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green October 14th, 2024 Read More
  • slice of pumpkin pie

    The Secret Ingredient For The Easiest No-Bake Pumpkin Pie

    Even experienced bakers can struggle with pies. Both the crust and filling present unique challenges. Fortunately, there is a way to make no-bake pumpkin pie.

    By Sarah Lintakoon October 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Sliced soft butter on plate

    When Softening Butter, Patience Is Key

    If you need to soften butter, pause before making a beeline straight for the microwave. If you have the time, the better move is to simply let it sit.

    By Shawna Schofield October 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Bars of baking chocolate

    Can You Substitute Chocolate Chips For Baking Chocolate?

    You're starting your next baking project and realize you're out of chocolate chips. Is that bar of baking chocolate going to give you the same results?

    By S. Ferrari October 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Prue Leith

    The French Dessert That Inspired Prue Leith To Become A Cook

    The inimitable Prue Leith's new cookbook reveals a few personal secrets and some stellar recipes. One of these recipes changed the course of her life.

    By S. Ferrari October 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    The Ingredient Ina Garten Uses To Serve Cake Like A Restaurant

    Take a page out of the Barefoot Contessa's book and plate restaurant-worthy slices of cake with this simple but elegant fruity garnish.

    By S. Ferrari October 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Boxed cake mix with ingredients

    How To Make Boxed Cake Mix Taste Homemade With 13 Unique Ingredients

    Just because you use boxed cake mix doesn't mean you have to feel ashamed. Instead, feel inspired by these ingredients that can make any cake taste homemade.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad October 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Piles of Jerusalem bagels next to pita

    What Makes Jerusalem Bagels Unique?

    If you're already a fan of the American and Canadian style of making bagels, you should know about what makes Jerusalem bagels so different.

    By S. Ferrari October 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Long Island cheese pumpkins on vine

    The Unique Pumpkin Variety That Dates Back To The 19th Century

    Did you know there's a unique pumpkin variety that dates all the way back to the 19th century? Here's how it came to be - and where it is today.

    By Buffy Naillon October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten with Webby Award

    Ina Garten Might Just Have The Answer For Your Collapsing Carrot Cake

    If your carrot cakes keep turning out less-than-perfect with a big old dent in the middle, culinary icon Ina Garten might just have the solution you need.

    By S. Ferrari October 9th, 2024 Read More
  • A variety of sliced lemons

    How To Store Leftover Lemons, Zest, And Juice

    When it comes to lemon storage, here are the best ways to wrap, store, freeze your leftover lemons -- whether they're whole, sliced, juiced, or zested.

    By Camryn Teder October 9th, 2024 Read More
  • baked potato plate wood

    The Unexpected Origins Of The Baked Potato

    The baked potato is popular in North America and can be found everywhere from fast food joints to upscale restaurants. But its origins are somewhere far away.

    By Carly Garber October 8th, 2024 Read More
  • grilled cheese and tomato sandwich

    Your Broiler Is Key To Making Mess-Free Grilled Cheese With Tomatoes

    Even a single slice of tomato can change the constitution of your crunchy, melty grilled cheese sandwich. You're better off using one small but critical trick.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • raw and white sugar in bowls

    How Many Cups Of Sugar Are In One Pound?

    Baking is an exact science, and when it comes to measuring your ingredients, it pays to be precise. Let's break down how many cups of sugar are in one pound.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Cupcakes with pink frosting

    The Swap You Should Make For The Silkiest Buttercream Frosting

    Have you ever wished buttercream frosting could taste a bit more like butter and cream and a bit less like a mountain of powdered sugar? We have the answer.

    By Ginny Johnson October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • cupcake with buttercream icing, vanilla

    For The Best Buttercream Frosting, You Need The Best Vanilla

    While it could be tempting to reach for that cheaper bottle of imitation vanilla extract, you need to invest in something more authentic for buttercream.

    By Jessica Riggio October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Apple crisp in ceramic pan

    The Array Of Citrus Ina Garten Adds To Her Apple Crisp

    Have you ever felt your apple crisp was missing that last bit of oomph you were looking for? Renowned chef Ina Garten has the answer.

    By Jonathan Kesh October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • blueberry muffins on a cutting board

    Never Suffer Dry Muffins Again With One Extra Step

    Don't settle for dry, underwhelming muffins ever again. A drizzle of this sugary concoction will rescue your muffins and act as a vector for flavor.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Pumpkins

    How Many Pumpkins Do You Need For A Pie?

    Pumpkin pie season's here and there are many recipes you can make at home. Many will call for canned pumpkin purée, but what if you want to make your own?

    By Faefyx Collington October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Slice of derby pie

    Are Derby Pie And Pecan Pie The Same?

    Derby pie and pecan pie are both warm, gooey, nut pies, but that's about where the resemblance ends. Each has its own unique history and flavor.

    By Buffy Naillon October 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Key lime pie

    What Does It Mean To Blind Bake Your Pie Crust?

    Plenty of recipes call for blind baking but they don’t actually explain what it means. We take a look at what blind baking is and when you need to do it.

    By Faefyx Collington October 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Lemon poke cake on a plate with fork

    How To Add An Extra Burst Of Citrusy Flavor To Lemon Cake

    If your guests enjoyed your lemon cake's tangy glazed top rather than the plainer center, here's a trick to help prevent this common conundrum.

    By S. Ferrari October 4th, 2024 Read More
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