For a sweet blast from the past, prepare a dish of fruit cocktail Jell-O. This vintage dessert is cheap, simple to make, and even easier to upgrade.
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Coleslaw is a tried-and-true side dish for barbecues and other events, but it can be a little plain. Next time, try including hot honey to add a little heat.
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Making gumbo requires making a roux, but you don't always have the time this takes. On nights when you're in a rush, here's how to pick a store-bought roux.
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You usually think of glazes when it comes to meat, but vegetables are a great ingredient to slather with sauce. An especially tasty one is this Korean staple.
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Want to make leftover chili less boring? Repurpose it into a whole new meal with plenty of flavor by trying this delicious dinner that combines two dishes.
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If you're looking to add a little something different to your gumbo, try this crisp, creamy topping. It's controversial to some, but it's also delicious.
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Have a bunch of crawfish shells after your seafood boil? Instead of tossing them out, heed this chef's advice and turn them into a tasty base for other dishes.
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From cubed butternut squash to a ball of pizza dough, these freezer must-haves allow you to make a delicious meal for the whole family any night of the week.
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Back in the day, Trader Vic invented a tiki culture appetizer icon involving everyone's favorite breakfast meat. Here's why you should try it.
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This classic creamy, cheesy dip holds a special place in Ree Drummond's heart. In fact, it's even inspired a whole host of the Pioneer Woman's recipes.
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Combine cherry Jell-O with this classic soda for a special dessert that's bubbly and jiggly all at the same time. Here's how, plus some tips for upgrading it.
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Pea protein powder is an flour excellent swap for gluten-free baking. Here's how to use it to give baked goods the spring and structure of gluten.
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It's hard to deny the convenience of boxed brownie mixes, especially when you can make them as rich and decadent as homemade versions with a clever hack.
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Is your chicken turning out bland and rubbery? Mark Bittman's hack for cooking flavorful and tenderized chicken involves just one boozy ingredient.
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All caramel needs is some sugar, butter, and cream, but there's a reason you'll want to use corn syrup, too (and no, it's not the same as high fructose syrup).
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If you hate pesky seeds getting in the way of your luxurious lemon juice drizzles, make sure to cut the citrus fruit using this restaurant-approved technique.
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David Chang is full of food wisdom, but some of his takes are controversial. On an episode of his podcast, he highlighted a cheap but useful ingredient.
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While the fancy dish often commands a hefty price tag, beef Wellington can be made with this cheaper, old school filling that's just as tasty.
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Guacamole is easily one of the best dips or toppings you can enjoy, but it turns brown so quickly. We asked a food scientist if brown guac is still safe to eat.
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You've probably seen a chef or online personality sprinkling salt onto foods from a great height. It definitely looks cool, but does it have a deeper purpose?
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Baking with your kids can be a really fun and messy learning experience. Before you turn on that oven, take a look at our tips to have a more joyful time.
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Pretty much everyone has their own version of a chili recipe, even the legendary Johnny Cash. Cash's take on the comfort dish involves this unexpected meat.
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If you're making steak, it's important to buy the right cut. For something tender yet inexpensive, try using this cut instead of tenderloin.
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Bourbon's sweet and spicy nature was practically made for desserts, but poaching this fruit in bourbon can take your ice cream to the next level.
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Store-bought microwave popcorn has a ton of ingredients, but you can make a homemade version that's super customizable just as quickly. Here's what to do.
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There's one particular type of salt that Wolfgang Puck refuses to cook with, and it might be messing with the flavors of your dishes, too.
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Chocolate pudding pie is the ultimate sweet, cool treat, and it doesn't even take that long to make. It gets even easier, though, with an instant dessert swap.
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