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  • A person holding wooden box of fresh produce from the garden

    6 Plants That Should Never Be Next To Your Tomatoes In The Garden

    Your tomatoes will reward you with abundant crops if you choose the right companions to help them grow stronger, healthier, and more flavorful.

    By Katie Melynn 5 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding bag of Chili Cheese Nacho Doritos 3D Crunch

    Why Doritos 3D Vanished Completely

    Anyone lucky enough to have snacked in the '90s will remember Doritos 3D, but most fans have no idea why the beloved chip vanished completely.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
  • Fresh whole salmon on ice at a fish market

    How To Tell If Salmon Is Bad And What To Look For

    Salmon, like all fish, is a delicate protein. It can go bad easily, so you have to know what to look for when shopping to avoid a nasty purchase.

    By Adam Raphael 5 months ago Read More
  • Three Slush Puppie cups filled with different flavor slushies

    Whatever Happened To Gas Station Slush Puppies?

    Have you ever walked into a gas station craving a Slush Puppie beverage, only to find that it's nowhere to be found? This is what happened to the slushy brand.

    By Sean Pagnotti 5 months ago Read More
  • Steak Oscar on a plate

    The Decadent Steak Dish We Don't See At Restaurants Anymore

    If you want to experience the finest steak dishes available around the world, you'll need to find a place that serves this now rarely featured retro creation.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 5 months ago Read More
  • Sweetened condensed milk being poured into a ramekin

    Here's Exactly How Condensed Milk Is Made From Whole Milk

    Condensed milk is a cornerstone of the kitchen, able to be used in a vast array of dishes, so you might wonder how it's made. It starts with whole milk.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
  • mango achar

    The Pickled South Asian Flavor Bomb Your Pantry Might Be Missing

    With a wide variety of spices, ingredients, and heat levels, this tart and tangy Indian condiment will liven up just about any food you pair it with.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 5 months ago Read More
  • a variety of Sonic Drive-In menu items on tray

    Restaurant Secrets About Sonic Drive-In

    Sonic's easy-breezy vibe didn't appear out of nowhere — and these little-known details about the fast food chain show there's more than meets the eye.

    By Sophie N. 5 months ago Read More
  • Pouring beer from a growler

    Here's How Many Beers You Get From A Growler

    Beers come in many different shapes and sizes, from cans and bottles to a foamy pint glass. Here's how many beers fit into a standard 64-ounce growler.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of amber-colored honey being poured onto a flat surface

    Using Measuring Cups For Sticky Liquids Is A Pain Until You Try This Oil Trick

    Trying to measure out sticky liquids like honey or molasses with measuring cups can quickly become frustrating. Next time, use this oil trick.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
  • sushi in grocery store display case

    The Unexpected Method That Will Improve The Taste Of Store-Bought Sushi

    Store-bought sushi can be good, but it also has a reputation for being notably inferior to the restaurant version. This surprising tip improves its taste.

    By Greta Pano 5 months ago Read More
  • close up of bushell of shiny apples

    The Easiest Way To Remove That Pesky Waxy Layer From Apples

    You may not have realized it, but apples have a waxy layer for protection, either naturally or from processing. Here's the best way to remove it.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
  • Rows of seats in an airplane capture from the aisle

    The Perfect Place To Toss Your In-Flight Meal Scraps Without Bothering The Attendants

    Flights can be stressful affairs, especially when you're trying to clean up your tiny space after your in-flight meal. Next time, toss your scraps here.

    By Macy Sandel 5 months ago Read More
  • Cooked beans in a white bowl with sauce and herbs

    Why You Shouldn't Add Baking Soda To Homemade Beans

    You may have heard that adding baking soda to your beans will eliminate that horrible post-dinner gas. However, there's an important reason why you shouldn't.

    By Jaime Jacques 5 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of person cutting an avocado with a metal kitchen knife

    Never Use A Metal Knife To Cut Avocados. Here's Why

    Have you been using a metal kitchen knife on your avocados? This major kitchen mistake can cause them to go bad faster. Here's what to do instead.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 5 months ago Read More
  • A bunch of red ripe ackee hanging from a tree

    The Potentially Toxic Chemical That Makes Jamaica's National Fruit Illegal

    The national fruit of Jamaica is used in so many of the nation's classic dishes, but this fresh fruit can be so dangerous, you won't find it in the U.S.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 5 months ago Read More
  • A cherry clafoutis with a slice taken out of it.

    This Vintage French Dessert Is Simpler Than Expected To Make

    This elegant, vintage French dessert is a summertime staple in many parts of France, and best of all, it's so much easier to make than it looks.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis

    Giada De Laurentiis' Favorite McDonald's Order Isn't A Burger

    Giada De Laurentiis is known for her excellent Italian-American cooking, but she also indulges in fast food and has a favorite McDonald's order.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of cooked rice

    How Exactly Does Microwavable Rice Work?

    Microwavable rice might seem like a miraculous shortcut for a sometimes frustrating cooking task, but how can rice be perfectly cooked in under two minutes?

    By Macy Sandel 5 months ago Read More
  • paul hollywood

    Paul Hollywood Deemed This Iconic American Snack 'Disgusting' And We Don't Know How To Feel About It

    Paul Hollywood is known, and beloved, for being outspoken when it comes to baked goods, but his hatred of an iconic American snack is downright shocking.

    By Allie Fasanella 5 months ago Read More
  • A glass bowl of popcorn with popcorn scattered around it.

    While Most Popcorn Is Gluten-Free, Here Is Where It Gets Tricky

    In its simplest form, popcorn is a delicious and gluten-free snack; however, things get more complicated when you consider how popcorn is made.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • A stew in a rudimentary bowl

    Dive Into The World's Oldest Cookbook And Enjoy 4,000-Year-Old Recipes In Your Own Home

    Everyone has their favorite recipe passed down from earlier generations, but the oldest cookbook in the world actually goes back 4,000 years.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a bowl of fruit salad with a strawberry on a fork

    What's The Most Hydrating Fruit?

    If you're in desperate need of hydration during the hot summer months, choose this large, yummy fruit with the highest amount of water content.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 months ago Read More
  • A close up of Gordon Ramsay with a blurred crowd in the background.

    Why Gordon Ramsay Thinks This Root Vegetable Is The Most Underrated Food

    Gordon Ramsay is an expert when it comes to underrated ingredients, and he says that one root vegetable is delicious and doesn't get its due.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of tortilla chips

    Flour Vs Corn: Which Tortillas Are Best For Oven-Baked Tortilla Chips?

    Everyone loves a good tortilla chip, especially freshly made ones hot from the oven. If you need to decide between flour and corn, here's what you should know.

    By Craig Mattson 5 months ago Read More
  • Egg muffin bites in a six-count coated pan

    Why Your Breakfast Egg Muffin Bites Keep Turning Out Soggy

    Breakfast egg muffin bites are a fun, tasty start to the day, but they can come out soggy at times. Here's what's making your egg muffins too watery.

    By Crystal Antonace 5 months ago Read More
  • Ina Garten at her cookbook's book signing event

    How Ina Garten Came To Be Known As The Barefoot Contessa

    Chef, cookbook author, and TV host Ina Garten has been known as the Barefoot Contessa for so long that you may not know how she earned herself the nickname.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
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