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  • Fresh baked chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack with a towel underneath

    Stop Blaming The Oven! Your Flat Cookie Started With This Baking Faux Pas

    Cookies can turn out like flat discs because of one easily avoidable mistake. Here's how to avoid it for the thickest, fluffiest cookies in the future.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 3 days ago Read More
  • Several varieties of sugar in bowls.

    The Type Of Sugar You Use In Your Cookie Matters: How To Always Choose The Best One For Baking

    To bake cookies with the texture you prefer, you'll need to make sure you use the right kind of sugar. Here's how to choose which one you need.

    By Craig Mattson 4 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding box of Betty Crocker white cake mix in the grocery store.

    Give Boxed Cake Mix A Bakery Quality With One Easy Oven Trick

    Prepackaged desserts tend to get the stink eye, but boxed cake mix doesn't have to be less than. With one simple trick, you can have bakery-quality cake.

    By Amanda Berkey 4 days ago Read More
  • Tray of cold devilled eggs ready for buffet table.

    For The Most Scrumptious Deviled Eggs, Smoke Them In Your Grill First

    Level up your deviled eggs and give them a more complex taste by smoking them in your grill. Here's how to do it with minimal effort.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 days ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smilng

    Martha Stewart's Unconventional Tip For Lighter-Than-Air Swiss Rolls

    If you want light, fluffy Swiss rolls that defy gravity, try Martha Stewart's surprising ingredient swap that gets delicious results.

    By Amy Andrews 5 days ago Read More
  • baked sweet potatoes on a cutting board

    Boring Sweet Potatoes? Take The Dud Out Of Your Spud With A Spicy, Crunchy Topping

    Level up your everyday sweet potatoes with a delightfully spicy topping that perfectly complements the potatoes' sweet and earthy flavor notes.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 5 days ago Read More
  • Glass bowl full of pasta sitting in the microwave

    Stop Microwaving Leftover Pasta: Keep It Moist And Soft With This Reheating Method

    What's the best way to reheat pasta? An expert reveals why your microwave is drying out your noodles and shares the secret to keeping leftovers soft and tender.

    By Tara Bowen 5 days ago Read More
  • Giada de Laurentiis smiling.

    How Giada De Laurentiis Feels About Raisins In Italian Tuna Salad Sandwiches

    If you're looking to add a creative (and sweet) twist to your tuna salad sandwich, celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis has some sound advice to offer.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 days ago Read More
  • homemade pot roast cooking in liquid

    For The Best Pot Roast Of Your Life, Cook It In This Liquid

    There's one liquid that can majorly amp up your pot roast, and two experts explained to Chowhound exactly how to add it correctly for the best results.

    By Amara Michelle 5 days ago Read More
  • Ground turkey and cheddar quesadillas served with sour cream and salsa

    Say No To Floppy, Soggy Quesadillas. Use This Easy Cooking Method For The Crispy Texture You Deserve

    If your quesadillas always turn out disappointingly soggy and shapeless, there's an easy solution. Here's how to cook them for delightfully crispy results.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 days ago Read More
  • Mashed potatoes in a plate over wooden table with a spoon

    Mashed Potatoes Actually Make The Crispiest French Fries. Here's How It Works

    Yes, you can (and should) turn mashed potatoes into fries. Here's why it works and how to make the fries, plus some tips to get the best results.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 days ago Read More
  • Fresh Brussels sprouts on a wooden table in natural light.

    Meet Frog Balls: The Southern Way To Make Brussels Sprouts 10 Times Better

    If you're not a big fan of steamed or roasted Brussels sprouts and find them to be too bitter and one-note, try turning them into flavor-packed frog balls.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 days ago Read More
  • Close up shot of watermelon chunks

    Soak Watermelon In This Liquid Gold For A Tangy, Sour Snack

    This trick transforms watermelon from a syrupy sweet fruit to a salty, tangy, and sweet-sour snack that's so delicious. It's pretty easy to do so, too.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 days ago Read More
  • Butcher slicing chunk of meat on counter

    7 Underrated Cuts Of Beef To Ask Your Butcher For

    According to the experts, these lesser-known cuts of beef boast spectacular value and flexibility, and have the potential to overshadow primer slabs.

    By Brianna Persons 6 days ago Read More
  • Small stainless steel lidded pot on gas stove top.

    Do Electric Stoves Really Cook More Evenly Than Gas? An Expert Weighs In

    Cooking with electric versus gas stoves is a long-held debate, where most professional cooks prefer gas stoves. But does one cook more evenly than the other?

    By Tara Bowen 7 days ago Read More
  • A spoonful of flaky salt is presented on striped background

    Why Flaky Salt Tastes Less Salty Than Table Salt

    Ever wonder why a pinch of flaky salt doesn't pack the same punch as table salt? Certain physical characteristics change how we perceive its taste.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 7 days ago Read More
  • High-angle view of fresh green bean pods on a wood cutting board next to a knife

    For The Best, Most Flavorful Green Beans, Make Them Italian Style

    Tired of the same old green beans? Give that comforting casserole the night off and take those legumes on a trip to Italy. It's surprisingly easy.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 7 days ago Read More
  • French fries on a wooden plate seasoned with herbs.

    Why Restaurant Fries Stay Crispy For So Long (And Yours Don't)

    Tired of making soggy fries at home? Chowhound spoke with two experts who have the tips you need for making french fries with restaurant-quality crunch.

    By Craig Mattson 7 days ago Read More
  • Four ground beef patties on white squares of parchment paper surrounded by fresh rosemary and sliced onions

    The 1960s Ground Beef Dish Burger Lovers Would Swoon Over Today

    If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, this vintage ground beef dish will satisfy your cravings for comforting, savory flavors.

    By Crystal Antonace 7 days ago Read More
  • homemade fried chicken on a white plate

    Take Fried Chicken From Good To Great With One Simple Swap

    The next time you fry chicken, consider swapping your buttermilk for this dairy ingredient for a similarly tangy but slightly thicker marinade and batter.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 7 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of beef stew packed with meat, potatoes, and carrots is photographed from above.

    For The Best Beef Stew, Throw In One Umami Canned Ingredient

    Give your favorite beef stew more flavor depth with this umami ingredient. It's easy to add and you can keep it on hand in your pantry for whenever you need it.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 7 days ago Read More
  • A pile of chewy cookies on a wooden surface

    One Classic Boxed Ingredient Creates The Softest, Chewiest Cookies

    For cookies with a compelling chewiness and pleasant tenderness, you only need to reach for one convenient boxed pantry staple. Here's what to know.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 7 days ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart

    How Martha Stewart Turns Potato Chips Into A Gourmet Appetizer With Just 2 Ingredients

    Martha Stewart loves a good potato chip, but also loves elevating it to something truly special when guests are on the way, and she does it with just two items.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 8 days ago Read More
  • Slow cooker chili with sour cream, melted cheese, and jalapeño slices in two white bowls

    We Finally Cracked The Code On How To Thicken Slow Cooker Chili And It Only Takes One Extra Step

    For richer, thicker, more comforting slow cooker chili, try this simple technique. It's doesn't require any special tricks and can majorly amp up your meal.

    By Crystal Antonace 8 days ago Read More
  • Several birria tacos on a wooden cutting board with consommé

    10 Expert Tips For Cooking The Best Birria Tacos

    We asked experts how they cook authentic birria tacos, from choosing the right chiles to perfecting the rich consommé and crispy, flavor-packed tortillas.

    By Stephanie Mee 8 days ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling and wearing a yellow suit

    Martha Stewart's Important Warning To Anyone Making Fries At Home

    This is possibly the most important tip when it comes to making fries. It makes the process of frying safer and cleaner, and your fries will turn out better.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 8 days ago Read More
  • Double Smash Burger with Tomato Lettuce and Cheese on a black background with a hand pressing it down lightly

    Something Magically Flavorful Happens To Burger Patties When You Add This

    This secret ingredient works on any burger, from plant-based to grass-fed. Find out why it’s the flavor game-changer your next burger needs.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 8 days ago Read More
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