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  • Alton Brown at a cooking demonstration, wearing a grey apron in front of a line of guitars

    Alton Brown's Simple Hack For Lighting A Charcoal Grill Without Lighter Fluid

    If you need to light your charcoal grill but you're fresh out of lighter fluid, just follow celebrity chef Alton Brown's lead. Here's how he gets it lit.

    By Christopher Hastings Read More
  • Two plates of fried eggs with bacon, butter, salt, and pepper

    Bacon Grease Vs Butter: Which Produces The Best Fried Egg?

    Bacon grease or butter? We tested which gives your fried eggs the best texture, flavor, and crispiness for your breakfast, lunch, or dinner bite.

    By Katie Melynn Read More
  • Celebrity chef Bobby Flay at a live cooking demonstration.

    Bobby Flay's Lobster Cobb Salad Was Inspired By Another Favorite Food Network Star's

    Bobby Flay's rich, creamy lobster Cobb salad is his take on another celebrity chef's classic Cobb spinoff. Here's the chef who inspired Flay's version.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Guy Fieri smiling

    Guy Fieri's Favorite Vegetable Might Not Be What You Expect

    Guy Fieri embraces any food that takes him to flavortown, but his top-tier vegetable choice is an unusual favorite that most fans wouldn't expect.

    By Camryn Teder Read More
  • Buddy Valastro wearing a white chef's coat

    14 Most Extravagant Cakes Baked By Cake Boss' Buddy Valastro

    Buddy Valastro, known to TLC audiences as "Cake Boss," thrilled viewers with his intricate designs that turned cake-making into high art.

    By Katie Melynn Read More
  • Guy Fieri wearing tinted sunglasses and speaking into a microphone

    Guy Fieri's Mom Gave Him The Best Tip For Preventing Homemade Granola From Burning

    If you want some expert wisdom on how to turn out perfectly golden granola without burning it, turn to Guy Fieri's mother.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • squid steak in basket

    Fried Calamari Gets A Main Course Makeover With This Preparation Method

    If you love fried calamari, you'll love this spin on the classic recipe. Here's how to prepare calamari as a main course instead of an appetizer.

    By Mathieson Nishimura Read More
  • Deli pasta salad with creamy dressing

    17 Easy Ways To Spruce Up Store-Bought Pasta Salad

    Store-bought pasta salad tends to lack in flavor and ingredients. But with a few simple additions, you can easily upgrade its taste and texture in no time.

    By Sara Klimek Read More
  • Sugar cookies cooling off on the countertop in the morning light

    The Nutty Trick Bakers Swear By For Store-Bought Sugar Cookie Dough

    The secret to elevating store-bought sugar cookie dough with this nutty trick that bakers swear by? This simple addition can enhance flavor and texture.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill Read More
  • Cookies cooling on a wire rack

    The Best Store-Bought Cookie Dough For Bakery-Level Treats

    If you're looking for the best store-bought cookie dough, look no further. Here's why this particular cookie dough brand came out on top compared to others.

    By Camryn Teder Read More
  • Ree Drummond headshot

    The Pioneer Woman's Favorite Breakfast Is A Tex-Mex Comfort Food Classic

    The Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, is known for her rustic, Southern ranch-inspired fare. Her favorite breakfast is a Tex-Mex comfort classic that fits the mold.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • Chopped lobster meat beside a knife on a cutting board.

    Here's How Much Lobster Meat You Need For A Great Lobster Roll

    If you're planning to make lobster rolls, you're likely wondering how much of this luxe protein you'll need to purchase for a satisfying portion per person.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • roasted duck breast on a platter

    Use This Easy 2-Step Marinade Method To Remove The Gamey Flavor From Duck

    Duck's flavor is undeniably rich and savory, but it can taste gamey sometimes. Here's a simple two-step marinade to tone down the gaminess.

    By Mathieson Nishimura Read More
  • A woman shopping and talking to a butcher in front of a raw meat display

    12 Things You Should Never Say To Your Butcher

    Curious about how to maximize that butcher visit? From the meat cuts to etiquette, we interviewed an expert butcher for all the insider tips.

    By Nikki Cervone Read More
  • Sweet Baby Ray's bbq sauce

    Mixing Sweet Baby Ray's With This Creamy Condiment Is A True Gamechanger

    Sweet Baby Ray's already ranks high in our best barbecue sauce ranking, but believe it or not, it can taste even better when mixed with this beloved condiment.

    By Mathieson Nishimura Read More
  • Waffles on a wire rack over a wooden board

    This Air Fryer Frozen Waffle Hack Gets A Crispy, Mexican-Inspired Dessert On The Table In Less Than 10 Minutes

    If you have an air fryer on hand and a box of waffles in the freezer, then you have everything you need to whip up this crisp, sugary dessert in a flash.

    By Jessica Riggio Read More
  • a bowl of salad with peanut butter dressing

    The Key To A Perfect Consistency For Peanut Butter Salad Dressing

    Peanut butter dressing can add a creamy nuttiness to salads. But the trick is to nail its consistency so that it's pourable and coats your salad evenly.

    By Shriya Swaminathan Read More
  • soy sauce poured over meat in a tray

    Doing This Is A Surefire Way To Ruin A Meat Marinade

    A good marinade can tenderize meat and infuse it with layers of flavor. However, there is one mistake that can get in the way of a marinade doing its job well.

    By Nikita Ephanov Read More
  • Ground sumac in a wooden spoon with more sumac spilled near the handle, all on a white background

    What Is Sumac And How Should You Use It?

    Sumac is a tangy, versatile spice with deep roots in global cuisine. Learn how to use it, where to find it, and why it might deserve a spot in your pantry.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley Read More
  • Fish sticks in a bowl with lemon over a wooden serving board

    Boost Frozen Fish Sticks' Flavor With A Cheesy Addition

    Frozen fish sticks are a mainstay for a quick and easy dinner, but you can customize them in a variety of ways by adding different types of cheese.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • A plated angel food cake

    The Lazy Baker's Hack For A Fruity Angel Food Cake That Tastes Like Summer

    Angel food cake is a simple, delightful treat that is airy and fresh enough for the summer season, and you can turn things up a notch with this prepared fruit.

    By Kim Ranjbar Read More
  • Simmering sauce

    The Reason You Might Want To Cover Your Sauce While It's Simmering

    Should sauce be covered when simmering? We asked a restaurant chef to weigh in, and what he told us might surprise you and inspire you to try some new sauces.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • Beer can chicken on grill

    The Best Beers To Use For Beer Can Chicken

    Lots of people love cooking chicken with a can of beer, but which brew is right? We asked an expert to help us figure out which suds boost your bird the best.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife Read More
  • Canned peaches on a scalloped plate

    Canned Peaches Just Got A Dessert Glow Up Thanks To The Air Fryer

    Canned peaches are an easy way to get more of these sweet fruits into your diet, and you can give them a serious upgrade with little more than an air fryer.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • smiling people making toast at dinner party

    16 Of The Biggest Mistakes When Planning A Dinner Party

    Hosting dinner parties is never easy -- but they should definitely be fun. Avoid the pitfalls with expert advice on planning, cooking, and contingencies.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • raw ostrich steaks on cutting board

    How Ostrich Steak Offers Big Flavor With Less Fat Than Beef

    If you're looking for a lean but tender cut of meat to swap for your fatty cut of steak, look to the flavorful and low-fat ostrich meat.

    By Greta Pano Read More
  • Various baking ingredients on table

    15 Secrets To Better Baking According To Experts

    Getting the perfect bake can be difficult. But using some tips experts shared with Chowhound for an easier process, a good cake or cookie isn't so far away.

    By Sara Klimek Read More
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