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  • Seared top sirloin steak in pan with sprig of rosemary

    When Cooking Leaner Cuts Of Steak, Choose A Rich Side Dish For Balance

    If you're cooking up a lean cut of steak, you can balance out the rest of your meal by opting for a rich and creamy side dish or steak sauce.

    By Julia Mullaney 11 months ago Read More
  • Barbecue ribs on a grate with bowl of sauce

    The No-Fail Method Of Rescuing A Slab Of Overly Dry Ribs

    A rack of ribs cooked low and slow is among the tastiest meals you can make, but ribs are also easy to accidentally dry out. Here's how to get moisture back in.

    By S. Ferrari 11 months ago Read More
  • Ina Garten speaking in front of a microphone

    The Flavorful Ingredient Ina Garten Uses To Elevate Carrot Cake Frosting

    Carrot cake has its share of detractors, but it has even more fans, including Ina Garten. Garten even has a special ingredient she uses to elevate her frosting.

    By S. Ferrari 11 months ago Read More
  • Red KitchenAid mixer on table top with ingredients in bowls on the side

    Worth The Hype Or Overpriced: Are KitchenAid Stand Mixers Worth It?

    KitchenAid makes many kitchen tools and appliances, with none more famed than its stand mixers. But are these stand mixers actually worth their high cost?

    By Ilene V. Smith 11 months ago Read More
  • Broken pieces of white chocolate

    The White Chocolate Substitution Mistake You Don't Want To Make

    If you're trying to find a quick substitute for white chocolate, you might pick up this cheaper sweet instead, but it's not quite as suitable.

    By Ilene V. Smith 11 months ago Read More
  • Sprinkles on top of raw cookies on a baking sheet

    Decorate Beautiful Cookies In Record Time With This Simple Technique

    There's nothing like a perfectly decorated cookie, but it doesn't have to take heaps of time to make it happen. Try this tip for fast but beautiful desserts.

    By Aspen Oblewski 11 months ago Read More
  • Honey glazed sliced ham

    When Is The Best Time To Glaze A Ham?

    Although it may seem the easiest part about making a ham, there's a right and a wrong time to add your glaze to your meat.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 11 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of a pot of stew

    Lid On Vs Lid Off: The Key To Perfectly Cooked Stew

    In order to achieve the perfect stew, you'll need to know a few easy rules of thumb for when to keep your pot lid on and when you should take it off.

    By Tara Bowen 11 months ago Read More
  • Serving ketchup

    How To Substitute Ketchup For Tomato Sauce

    A good tomato sauce recipe must be in your repertoire, but sometimes you don't have what you need to make it. In these cases, try substituting ketchup.

    By Ashlen Wilder 11 months ago Read More
  • aglio e olio with garlic head, olive oil, chili flakes

    For Next-Level Aglio E Olio, Upgrade Your Garlic

    Aglio e olio is among the simplest pasta dishes you can make since it only has three ingredients, but you can make it next-level with some garlic upgrades.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 11 months ago Read More
  • Bread-topped skewers in cheese fondue pot

    For Easy Cheese Fondue At Home, Break Out The Slow Cooker

    Things are less complicated in modern fondue-making. You can replace the fondue pot with a slow cooker to get the same effect with a lot less hassle.

    By Buffy Naillon 11 months ago Read More
  • sliced grilled cheese

    Steam Is The Secret To Flawless Melted Cheese On Literally Any Dish

    A good bit of melty, gooey cheese is among the finest additions you can make to many meals. With a little steam, you can make it melt perfectly every time.

    By Lauren Dozier 11 months ago Read More
  • Fresh burrata with tomatoes

    How To Make Fried Burrata So Good, You'll Forget Fresh Even Existed

    Who needs fresh burrata when you can have a crispy dish of fried burrata? It's so delicious that it just might be the only kind of cheese you want ever again.

    By S. Ferrari 11 months ago Read More
  • Person slicing bread on board

    How To Cut A Loaf Of Bread Into Nice, Even Slices

    If you struggle to achieve the perfect slice when cutting bread, you need to follow these simple tips for a beautifully even slice of bread.

    By Julia Mullaney 11 months ago Read More
  • Two fillets of steelhead trout on skillet

    Why Steelhead Trout Is The Perfect Fish Replacement For Salmon

    If you're looking for a fish you can easily substitute for any kind of salmon, the flaky steelhead trout should be your new go-to purchase.

    By Jonathan Kesh 11 months ago Read More
  • Whole pig's feet lightly cooked

    Pig's Feet Is The Underrated Cut Of Pork You Should Know How To Cook

    Though they mostly enjoy popularity in Asia and the American South, pig's feet are a pork product worthy of your attention.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 11 months ago Read More
  • top-down view of Derby Pie with whipped cream around the edges

    Why Bakeries Call A Derby Pie 'Kentucky Bourbon Pie'

    A Kentucky bourbon pie and a Derby pie are the same dessert. But there's a reason you'll never find a bakery that calls its pies Derby pies.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 11 months ago Read More
  • Chicken breast stuffed with cream cheese mixture being cut open by fork and knife

    Cream Cheese Is The Key To No-Hassle Weeknight Stuffed Chicken Breasts

    If you're looking for a no-stress way to stuff chicken breasts for a quick weeknight meal, there's no better ingredient to use than cream cheese.

    By Buffy Naillon 11 months ago Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling against red backdrop

    For Easy To Work With Shortbread Dough, Follow Ina Garten's Fool-Proof Tip

    Shortbread may only contain three ingredients, but it can be difficult to attain the perfect texture. This foolproof tip from Ina Garten can help.

    By Julia Mullaney 11 months ago Read More
  • Creamy cheese sauce being poured on pasta

    The Chemistry Teacher-Approved Trick For Perfectly Melted Cheese Sauce

    If you want to make the creamiest cheese sauce possible, tap into the magical scientific properties of this key ingredient.

    By Jonathan Kesh 11 months ago Read More
  • White baking soda in wooden bowl

    What's The Difference Between Baking Soda And Baking Powder?

    Kitchen powerhouses baking soda and baking powder look pretty similar, but what's the difference between the two, and how should you use each?

    By Jackson Williams 11 months ago Read More
  • Pan of shepherd's pie casserole

    The Unexpected Cheesy Upgrade Your Shepherd's Pie Deserves

    If you want to seriously improve the taste of your shepherd's pie, you only need to add one totally unexpected ingredient to your mashed potatoes.

    By Buffy Naillon 11 months ago Read More
  • Whole chicken with bundle of herbs in a smoker

    How Long Does It Take To Smoke A Chicken?

    The next time you want to cook a whole chicken, turn to your smoker to make a tender bird with crispy skin and smoky flavor. Here's how long it'll take.

    By Allison Lindsey 11 months ago Read More
  • Bacon, egg, cheese on bagel

    How To Give Your Bacon, Egg, And Cheese Sandwich An Extra Boost Of Flavor

    Bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches are delicious on their own, but you can amp them up even further by trying this simple prep twist.

    By Julia Mullaney 11 months ago Read More
  • Taquitos on a plate

    ​​Turn Frozen Taquitos Into Another Classic Mexican Meal

    Frozen taquitos make for an excellent snack on their own, but you can also transform them into a classic Mexican meal with a few extra ingredients.

    By S. Ferrari 11 months ago Read More
  • slice of carrot cake on white plate

    A Simple Storage Mistake Is Ruining Your Cake's Freshness

    For the freshest cake possible, you need to reconsider where you should be storing your unfrosted or sliced cakes.

    By Raven Brunner 11 months ago Read More
  • Sliced red onions

    The Baking Soda Trick That Takes The Intense Bite Out Of Onions

    Raw onions have a sharp, pungent taste that can linger for hours after lunch, but you can easily make it milder. All you need is water and baking soda.

    By Ginny Johnson 11 months ago Read More
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