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  • cheesy baked pasta in a black baking dish

    The Frozen Ingredient You Need For An Easier Pasta Bake

    A good pasta bake is a great way to make a filling meal with little effort. For your next bake, make it even easier on yourself by using this frozen ingredient.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 3 months ago Read More
  • julia child

    The Old School Dessert Julia Child Transformed Into A Savory Cocktail Appetizer

    Julia Child transformed this classic vintage dessert into a delicious appetizer by turning the filling from savory to sweet. Here's how to make it yourself.

    By Makenna Smith 3 months ago Read More
  • measuring cup and two mounds of brown sugar

    What To Assume About Every Recipe That Uses Brown Sugar

    When you see brown sugar called for in a recipe, there's one safe assumption you can make about the ingredient. Ignore this, and your ratios could be off.

    By Samantha Boesch 3 months ago Read More
  • Alton Brown pointing into the crowd during a cooking demonstration

    Alton Brown's Secret To Great Pumpkin Pie Has A Cookie Twist

    Pumpkin pie is pretty delicious as it is, but there are ways to boost it further. Alton Brown's tip makes the pie even more flavorful and easier to whip up.

    By Amanda Berkey 3 months ago Read More
  • a slice of chocolate cake on a plate

    The Creamy Condiment That Gives Gourmet Flavor To Chocolate Cake

    The trick to chocolate cakes that are more moist, rich, and tender lies in one classic condiment that you use for sandwiches. Don't knock it 'til you try it!

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 3 months ago Read More
  • Overhead view of blueberry muffins cooling on a wire rack

    To Get Bright Color And Rich Fruit Flavor In Your Baking, Reach For This Nouveau Pantry Staple

    From blueberry muffins to pink strawberry frosting, there's one pantry staple you should use to achieve perfect color and bold fruitiness in your baked goods.

    By Adam Raphael 3 months ago Read More
  • Black and white photo of a young Johnny Cash

    One Of Johnny Cash's Favorite Desserts Was This Old School Southern Treat Made By His Mother

    Johnny Cash may have been one of the most popular country singer-songwriters of his era, but one of his favorite desserts was much less well-known.

    By Ashlen Wilder 3 months ago Read More
  • Person mixing batter in a bowl

    Can't Bake To Save Your Life? This Easy, Tangy Dessert Calls For Just 2 Ingredients

    This sweet-tart dessert can be as simple as you want it to be, but it can also be upgraded into an elevated treat depending on how much effort you can spare.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 3 months ago Read More
  • Nigella Lawson wearing a pink blazer and black turtleneck

    The Unique Butter Substitution Nigella Lawson Uses For An Even Richer Bread Pudding

    This butter substitute may seem unconventional, but Nigella Lawson promises that it yields a soft bread pudding with an almost cheesecake-like center.

    By Jaime Jacques 3 months ago Read More
  • A woman holds a roll of aluminum foil

    The Aluminum Foil Hack That Will Salvage Clumpy Brown Sugar

    Brown sugar is a great ingredient to have on hand for recipes, but it doesn't take long for it to harden. This aluminum foil hack can be the solution.

    By Jaime Jacques 3 months ago Read More
  • Stacks of dark chocolate

    The Citrus Fruit You Never Thought To Pair With Chocolate (But It Works So Well)

    Chocolate and citrus is an essential pairing, but there's one specific citrus fruit that you've probably never thought to use with chocolate.

    By Adam Raphael 3 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child in her kitchen

    Julia Child's Simple Tip To Keep Royal Icing From Drying Out Too Quickly

    Royal icing is unlike most other icings. It can dry out quickly if you let it, ruining your chance to use it. Don't let that happen with Julia Child's tip.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 3 months ago Read More
  • a meal at a Bojangles restaurant

    There's A Reason Bojangles' Biscuits Are Better Than Yours

    Bojangles is known for some of the best biscuits in the South, so biscuit-making is taken very seriously. Here's exactly why Bojangles' biscuits are so good.

    By Robert Bruce 3 months ago Read More
  • apple pie and apple slices

    10 Secret Tips To Bake An Apple Pie That Beats Any Bakery Version

    Baking a stellar apple pie is actually easier than you think. Our baking expert revealed some secret tips you can use to take it to the next level.

    By Sara Klimek 3 months ago Read More
  • Apple pie with ingredients on gingham surface

    10 Best 1-Ingredient Upgrades For Apple Pie

    Apple pie just may be the most classic American dessert that is perfect as the original recipe, but you can love it even more by adding just one ingredient.

    By Sara Klimek 3 months ago Read More
  • Peach cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and mint leaves on a white scalloped plate

    The Secret To Turning Canned Fruit Into Cobbler-Worthy Filling

    You don't need to use fresh fruit to make a delicious cobbler filling, you can easily use canned varieties instead, so long as you know this key secret.

    By Crystal Antonace 3 months ago Read More
  • Caramel cake on display with caramel drizzle and streusel on top

    The Classic Southern Cake That Is All About Caramel

    There's no shortage of sweet treats to be found in the South, but this Southern cake that uses oodles of caramel may be one of the sweetest.

    By Lauren Bulla 3 months ago Read More
  • Crescent roll dough at the store

    The Crescent Roll Trick For Taco Night With A Twist

    Crescent roll dough can make more than your standard pastry. Bake it into a crisp, puffy crust that turns taco ingredients into a unique, cozy meal.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 months ago Read More
  • Banana bread sliced on parchment paper with knife.

    How Long Can Banana Bread Be Stored In The Freezer?

    Sometimes, a whole loaf of banana bread is too much to eat at once, but you can store it sliced or whole in the freezer for longer than you might think.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 months ago Read More
  • Boxed cake mix and required ingredients arranged together on a counter

    Yes, You Can Make A Cake Using Only Half A Box Of Cake Mix. Here's How

    You don't have to make the whole box of cake mix if you don't want to. It's easier than you think to split the recipe in half. Here's how to do it.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 3 months ago Read More
  • Photo of a fall themed cake

    One Ingredient Turns Plain Boxed Cake Mix Into A Fall-Inspired Delight

    Want to upgrade your boxed cake mix? Look no further. This ingredient not only adds a festive taste, but it makes a cake's texture incredible. Here's why.

    By David Bugg 3 months ago Read More
  • Drop down photo of pea protein powder being measured out

    Pea Protein Powder Is The Underrated Flour Swap For Gluten-Free Baking: Here's How It Works

    Pea protein powder is an flour excellent swap for gluten-free baking. Here's how to use it to give baked goods the spring and structure of gluten.

    By David Bugg 3 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of brownie batter

    Boxed Brownie Mix Gets A Rich Upgrade With This Liquid Swap Hack

    It's hard to deny the convenience of boxed brownie mixes, especially when you can make them as rich and decadent as homemade versions with a clever hack.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 3 months ago Read More
  • little girl learning to bake with adult

    10 Tips For Baking With Kids Every Parent Should Know

    Baking with your kids can be a really fun and messy learning experience. Before you turn on that oven, take a look at our tips to have a more joyful time.

    By Sarah Moore 3 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate chip cookies on a plate

    Any Cookie Recipe Will Be Made Better With This Nostalgic Addition

    Everyone loves a good cookie. With the range of cookie types, there's something for everyone. If you're looking for a recipe upgrade, though, try adding this.

    By Jenna Rapsis 3 months ago Read More
  • Quiche, a sour tart with chicken and mushrooms, spices and herbs on a dark concrete background.

    Skip The Quiche Crust Hassle: The Store-Bought Swap For Breakfast Made Simple

    Quiche crust can be a headache to prep, between thawing and rolling. Make the classic breakfast dish more easily with this store-bought crust swap.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 3 months ago Read More
  • Nigella Lawson poses at a restaurant

    Nigella Lawson Thinks You Should Avoid Buying This Type Of Chocolate For Melting. Here's Why

    If you need to melt chocolate, take Nigella Lawson's advice and don't bother with one particular kind of chocolate (even if it seems easier to melt).

    By Demi Phillips 3 months ago Read More
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