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  • lemon pepper seasoning in a bowl

    For Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning, Fresh Zest Is A Must

    When you see how simple it is to make homemade lemon pepper, you'll never go back to store-bought. Adding lemon zest is the key for a perfect blend.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson Read More
  • cinnamon ice cream being scooped out of a metal container

    How To Make Homemade Ice Cream Without A Machine

    It is possible to make homemade ice cream without a machine. There are a few easy ways you can whip up the frozen treat without an ice cream maker.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley Read More
  • Homemade cheese dip in a white bowl with tortilla chips

    The Tangy Addition That Will Seriously Upgrade Your Homemade Cheese Dip

    You really can't go wrong serving cheese dip at a gathering. To make it even more appealing, one addition adds depth of flavor and textural contrast.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley Read More
  • French onion soup

    How To Avoid Soggy Bread In Your French Onion Soup

    French onion soup has the potential for pitfalls during its preparation process. No one wants soggy bread in their soup, but there's a simple way to avoid this.

    By Tony Cooper Read More
  • Chicago hot dogs

    Take Everything You Love About Chicago Style Hot Dogs And Make A Salad

    Veggie-loaded Chicago style hot dogs are perfectly poised to be turned into a crunchy and filling salad with all the usual suspects and a few substitutions.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • Martha Stewart

    When It Comes To Scrambled Eggs, Martha Stewart Uses A Certain Butter

    Martha Stewart is a cooking icon, and she has a key tip for making perfect scrambled eggs. Here's the butter she uses that yields optimal results every time.

    By Carly Garber Read More
  • Basil pesto and ingredients

    Your Pesto Will Pop With Vibrant Color If You Blanch The Basil First

    Have you ever felt frustrated that your pesto doesn't have the same photogenic finish as your recipe's? Here's a hack to help keep basil pesto vibrantly green.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • Pouring vegetable oil into pan

    When Should You Use A Neutral Oil?

    No home cook's pantry is complete without a neutral oil or two to rely on. As popular as flavored oils may be, neutral oils are essential for many recipes.

    By Robyn Blocker Read More
  • Brussels sprouts on wooden spoon

    Your Brussels Sprouts Are Boring, But Hot Honey Is Here To Help

    Even the most perfectly roasted Brussels sprouts can sometimes feel a little predictable. That's where a spicy-sweet game changer comes in: hot honey.

    By Emery Pearson 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 Read More
  • Strainer scooping fries in oil

    The Science Behind Why Beef Tallow Leads To The Perfect French Fries

    If you want your homemade french fries to be perfectly crisp and full of deep, savory flavor, skip the vegetable or canola oil and fry them in beef tallow.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • Various electric stovetops

    11 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking On An Electric Stovetop

    Electric stoves perform better than gas ones, won't affect your indoor air quality, and are a great option for home cooks. Just avoid these common mistakes.

    By Michelle Bottalico Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay smiling

    Gordon Ramsay's Hard-Boiled Egg Tip Makes Peeling Hassle-Free

    You can peel stubborn hard-boiled eggs in a pitch using this technique by Chef Gordon Ramsay. You don't need any special tools, just a bowl of cold water.

    By Allie Ward Read More
  • Jar of lemon curd

    Swap Butter With One Pantry Staple Ingredient For A Dairy-Free Lemon Curd

    If you don't eat dairy or are simply opting to cut back on butter, there's an easy ingredient switch that makes for a delicious dairy-free lemon curd.

    By S. Ferrari Read More
  • pressure cooker on kitchen counter

    Don't Sleep On Cooking Burgers In Your Instant Pot

    Burgers belong on the grill ... or do they? The Instant Pot might not seem like a go-to gadget for burgers, but you'd be surprised at what it can accomplish.

    By Greta Pano 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 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis

    Why Giada De Laurentiis Spanks Her Risotto And You Should Too

    If you don't want all of your hard work to go to waste, follow celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis' advice and spank your risotto. Here's why.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • Whole canned cranberry sauce on a plate

    It's Super Simple To Give Cranberry Sauce The Added Texture It Needs

    For some, the overly smooth gelled texture of canned cranberry sauce is too plain. Adding a little crunch is a way to introduce both flavor and complexity.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson Read More
  • Pancakes with butter and syrup

    The Best Way To Cook Pancakes Requires No Flipping

    Cooking pancakes one by one is a laborious way to start the day. Fortunately, there's a much easier method to make a batch of flapjacks, no flipping required.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • margherita pizza fresh from the oven

    Mistakes You're Probably Making With Your Pizza Oven

    At-home pizza ovens are an fun tool for making your own pie, but that doesn't make them a breeze to use. These are the mistakes to avoid with your pizza oven.

    By Hannah LaFond Read More
  • Ground beef tacos

    What Exactly Is In Taco Seasoning?

    Taco seasoning is readily available in packets at the grocery store. Many of these blends may have unsavory ingredients and could be better homemade.

    By Emery Pearson Read More
  • Chicken stock ingredients in a pot

    The Liquid To Meat Ratio That Yields Perfect Chicken Stock

    Making chicken stock may seem like a simple task but your ratio of water to chicken may be way off. We did the deep dive and discovered a ratio for primo stock.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson Read More
  • Baked macaroni and cheese

    Turn Up The Heat On Your Mac And Cheese With One Spicy, Saucy Ingredient

    Mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food. But if you want to spice things up, add this sauce to transform this classic into something bold and exciting.

    By Jolee Sullivan Read More
  • Close up of frozen vegetables

    Why You Should Be Cooking Frozen Veggies In The Air Fryer

    If you're not getting enough veggies, or if you simply want to prep them more easily than ever, start cooking frozen veggies in your air fryer.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • Sauteed spinach in cast iron skillet

    Sauteed Spinach Only Needs One Add-In For A Major Flavor Boost

    It takes little time to transform spinach into a tasty side dish. With the addition of a simple ingredient, your sautéed spinach will go from basic to vibrant.

    By Sara Donnellan 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 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 Read More
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