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  • A closeup of a slice of red velvet layer cake.

    The Proper Way To Position Multiple Cakes In The Oven When Baking A Layer Cake

    If you desire neat, perfectly level cake layers, you need to be arranging your pans in a very specific way in the oven. Here's how.

    By Betsy Parks 7 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of soup with cheese and a spoon on the side

    How To Add Cheese To Your Soup Without It Becoming Grainy

    Have you ever tried making a gooey soup with cheese, only to find it turned into a clumpy mess? Here's how to stop that cheese from curdling in your soup.

    By Jonathan Kesh 7 months ago Read More
  • Unbaked, pre-made pie with crumble topping on metal baking sheet

    One Simple Staple Ingredient Adds Homemade Vibes To A Store-Bought Pie

    Store-bought pies are a lifesaver when you're busy, but they've got nothing on the homemade version. Add this kitchen staple to the crust for homemade vibes.

    By Crystal Antonace 7 months ago Read More
  • A simple dish with chocolate pasta and a fork

    Here's How To Add Chocolate To Pasta (It's Not As Odd As You Think)

    Chocolate... in pasta? Don't knock it till you try it! Here's how to make chocolate pasta and what kind of sweet and savory sauces to pair it with.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 7 months ago Read More
  • A stack of waffles with syrup

    Bourbon-Laced Waffles Are The Delicious Answer To Your Vanilla Extract Shortage

    Bourbon has sweet notes that can work well in place of vanilla extract in breakfast dishes. Here's how to infuse the liquor into your next batch of waffles.

    By Tony Cooper 7 months ago Read More
  • Celebrity chef Bobby Flay at a live cooking demonstraton.

    The Old World Cooking Myth Bobby Flay Swears By For Perfect Octopus

    When celebrity chef Bobby Flay is cooking octopus, there's one especially curious method he relies on to make the cephalopod particularly tender.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 7 months ago Read More
  • marinated grilled chicken breast on a cutting board

    The Freezer Trick That Gives You Perfectly Marinated Chicken By Dinnertime

    For a fast and flavorful chicken weeknight dinner, try this freezer hack with your marinade to get a conveniently delicious meal.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 7 months ago Read More
  • Two charcuterie jars

    Mason Jar Charcuterie Is The Perfect Addition To Your Next Picnic

    Charcuterie is one of the best dishes to serve to a crowd, but you can make a picnic display even more impressive by incorporating Mason jars.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 7 months ago Read More
  • Food personality Ree Drummond appears at an event.

    The Genius Way Ree Drummond Utilizes Mason Jar Lids

    From canning to packing lunches, Mason jars can be utilized in many ways. Take a page out of Ree Drummond's book and put their lids to use for mini desserts.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 7 months ago Read More
  • Taco plate with two beers

    These Are The Best Beer Pairings For Every Type Of Taco

    A great taco is often very simple, but requires masterful technique and high-quality ingredients. If you have a great taco, pair it with the right beer.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 7 months ago Read More
  • Slice of red velvet cake

    The Ingredients That Gave Red Velvet Cake Its Color Before Food Dyes

    Red velvet cake has been around for a long time. But how did it get that signature red color back then? Here's how bakers colored the cake without food dyes.

    By Sara Traynor 7 months ago Read More
  • Lasagna

    The Best Tried-And-True Side Dish To Pair With Lasagna

    Lasagna is a delicious dish that's often all you need. That doesn't mean it doesn't pair well with sides, though, including this tried-and-true dish.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 7 months ago Read More
  • A decadent, cheesy lobster dips is pictured in close up beside pita chips.

    The Affordable Ingredient That's A Total Game-Changer For Lobster Dip

    It's no secret that lobster can get pretty pricey. But there's a more affordable ingredient that you can use instead. Here's why it works well for lobster dip.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 7 months ago Read More
  • grilled hot dogs in buns with mustard

    The Meaty BBQ Topping That Unexpectedly Elevates Hot Dogs

    Give your hot dogs a meaty upgrade at your next backyard barbecue or summer cookout with this BBQ staple (and maybe a few other tasty toppings).

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 7 months ago Read More
  • Man adds salt to recipe

    The Basic Cooking Mistake Everyone Makes With Salt

    When it comes to salt and cooking, there's one thing that people frequently assume wrong, and it messes up the taste, quality, and even texture of their meal.

    By Gerard Jones 7 months ago Read More
  • Potato candy slices centered around bowl of M&M candies

    The Old School Candy You Can Make With Only 3 Ingredients

    If you want to recreate this candy from the Great Depression era, luckily it's super easy. But one of these ingredients may surprise you. Here's why.

    By Amanda Berkey 7 months ago Read More
  • French fries tossed in salt

    Your French Fries Are Yearning For A Loaded Shrimp Scampi Twist

    Next time you want to amp up your french fries, go beyond the basic cheese or spice combo. Instead, make loaded shrimp scampi fries for a creative snack.

    By Julia Mullaney 7 months ago Read More
  • A seared tuna steak with sesame

    How Long You Should Let Tuna Steaks Sit Out Before Cooking

    Tuna steaks are like many other proteins in that they benefit from sitting out a while before cooking. But how long should a tuna steak sit out?

    By Adam Raphael 7 months ago Read More
  • freezer drawer full of frozen meat

    It's A Mistake To Thaw Meat Using The Hot Water Method. Here's Why

    Part of life is thawing meat for dinner. So is forgetting to thaw meat for dinner. If you're in a rush to defrost, here's why you shouldn't use hot water.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 7 months ago Read More
  • Woman placing dish in microwave

    10 Tips For Better Microwave Cooking

    From poaching eggs to toasting nuts, your microwave can do much more than heating up leftovers. We asked experts to share their best microwave cooking tips.

    By Lyla Porter 7 months ago Read More
  • A pulled pork sandwich with a steak knife down the center securing it to a cutting board.

    The Cool, Creamy Condiment Your Pulled Pork Sandwich Needs ASAP

    If you're looking to switch up your barbecue sandwich game, there's a cooling Mediterranean sauce that can transform your barbecue cookout.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 7 months ago Read More
  • A bacon, egg, and cheese on a bagel is sliced in half on a cutting board.

    Up Your Breakfast Sandwich Game With This Tangy Cheese

    If you're growing tired of the same old breakfast sandwich, you can upgrade the morning handheld meal with this tangy cheese. Here's how to do it.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 7 months ago Read More
  • Plate of fried pickles

    For Better Fried Pickles, Choose The Right Shape

    Fried pickles are easily one of the best appetizers or snacks. To make the best fried pickles possible, though, you need to fry the right shape.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 7 months ago Read More
  • Wine with roast lamb

    Which Wine Pairs Best With Lamb?

    Lamb is often a rich dish that deserves to be paired with a wine that brings out the best version of itself, and this is the wine you should use.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 7 months ago Read More
  • lobster on seafood plate at family Christmas

    The 16 Most Important Red Flags To Look Out For When Buying Lobster

    If you want to cook lobster at home, you need to choose the best lobster. Take a look at the red flags to watch for when buying lobster at the store.

    By Sarah Moore 7 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of macaroni salad

    How To Turn Store-Bought Macaroni Salad Into A BBQ Showstopper

    There's nothing wrong with grabbing store-bought macaroni salad for your next barbecue, but make sure you crank it up a notch with some of these ingredients.

    By Julia Mullaney 7 months ago Read More
  • A simple ham and cheese sandwich (with lettuce and tomatoes) on a roll on top of butcher paper.

    Make Your Ham And Cheese Sandwiches Unforgettable With One Extra Ingredient

    Ham and cheese sandwiches are all-time classics that are great for snacks. Or you could really make a meal of it and upgrade it with this extra ingredient.

    By Andy Hume 7 months ago Read More
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