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  • Spoon scooping out of jar of peanut butter with sliced bread in background.

    The Best Use For Peanut Butter In The Kitchen Outside Eating It

    Peanut butter is a tasty spread that is a staple in many pantries, but one of its best bonus uses isn't intended for consumption, well, human consumption.

    By Lauren Bulla 20 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of hot sauce on a wooden table

    The Brining Technique That Makes Fermenting Your Own Hot Sauce Much Safer

    Fermenting your own hot sauce comes with a few challenges, including ensuring your hot sauce is actually safe to consume. This brining technique can help.

    By Christopher Hastings 20 days ago Read More
  • Glass of whiskey with a large rectangular piece of ice

    What Exactly Is A 'Blended' Whiskey?

    The world of whiskey is filled to the brim with confusing terms you need to learn, including "blended" whiskey. Here's what you should know.

    By Robert Bruce 20 days ago Read More
  • Spicy butter chicken dish

    Do Leftovers Get Less Spicy Once You Refrigerate Them?

    If you've ever reheated leftovers from a spicy meal, you may find the heat level seems a bit lower. Is this just your imagination, or is it true?

    By Camryn Teder 21 days ago Read More
  • peanut butter cups sliced to reveal peanut butter

    Why Peanut Butter And Chocolate Are A Perfect Pairing

    We got an expert's insight into why chocolate and peanut butter have become such an iconic flavor pairing, and reading all about it might make your mouth water.

    By Amy Andrews 21 days ago Read More
  • Baked sweet potato with sour cream and beans with parsley served on plate. Closeup.

    Why You Might Regret Peeling Your Sweet Potato Before Microwaving It

    Microwaving a sweet potato is a quick and easy way to prepare a delicous meal, but you shouldn't be peeling it first. Here's why you might regret it if you do.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 21 days ago Read More
  • Tomato plant with ripe tomatoes

    Get The Sweetest, Juiciest Home-Grown Tomatoes With Help From This Pantry Staple

    With a little helping hand in your soil, you can make your summer tomatoes more lush than ever. This is the secret ingredient that makes them next level.

    By Amanda Berkey 22 days ago Read More
  • A bowl full of various leafy greens

    The Leafy Green Vegetable That Contains More Protein Than You Might Think

    We don't typically think of vegetables as being packed with protein, but this leafy green has more grams per serving than other similar veggies.

    By Jolee Sullivan 22 days ago Read More
  • Lidia Bastianich at an event, smiling

    The Controversial Ingredient You'll Never Find In Any Of Lidia Bastianich's Recipes

    Even pro chefs have ingredients they can't stand. For Lidia Bastianich, there's one in particular that she never includes in her own cooking.

    By Amanda Berkey 22 days ago Read More
  • Different vegetables on a produce aisle

    Organic Vs Non-Organic Produce: How Much Difference Does It Really Make?

    Organic versus conventional products have been debated time and time again, but there are definitely differences to consider when shopping for produce.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 23 days ago Read More
  • field of agave pictured in Jalisco

    Highland Vs Lowland Tequila: What's The Difference?

    If you want to be a true tequila connoisseur, you'll want to know all about how the flavor profiles differ of tequilas produced in the highlands and lowlands.

    By Nikita Ephanov 24 days ago Read More
  • ancient roman wine bottles

    This May Be The Oldest Drinkable Wine In The World

    Drinking days-old leftover wine is fine if you store it right. Then there's storing your wine so well it may still be drinkable after hundreds of years.

    By Marco Sumayao 26 days ago Read More
  • Package of Liquid IV

    Does Liquid I.V. Really Help With Hangovers? We Found Out So You Don't Have To

    Liquid I.V. has been a popular hangover treatment for several years now, but is it all just a placebo effect? We put it to the test ourselves.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 26 days ago Read More
  • stacked bags of Ghirardelli chocolate chips

    The Ingredient We Wouldn't Expect From Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Chips

    One of the best chocolate chips brands has always been Ghirardelli. The brand's dark chocolate chips, Ghirardelli 60%, have become the go-to for many bakers.

    By Jaime Jacques 26 days ago Read More
  • Serving glasses of light beer

    The Best Low-Alcohol-Content Beer Options For A Sober-Curious Lifestyle

    The sober-curious lifestyle embraces clarity of mind, but that doesn't mean you can't have any alcohol. In fact, there are some excellent low-alcohol beers.

    By Tony Cooper 26 days ago Read More
  • Hamburgers and hot dogs on a grill

    What Has More Protein, A Hot Dog Or A Hamburger?

    Can't choose between the hot dog and the hamburger at the summer cookout? No worries, since you should only be grilling the one offering far more protein!

    By Demi Phillips 26 days ago Read More
  • friends cheering beers

    Does It Matter If Your Beer Is Unpasteurized?

    Ever wondered if all beers are unpasteurized? Does it even matter either way? The answer to this question isn't quite as simple as it might seem.

    By Nikita Ephanov 27 days ago Read More
  • A homemade spice mix in a bowl

    Why Cornstarch Is The Missing Ingredient In Your Homemade Spice Mixes

    DIY spice mixes let you control exactly what goes into the food you eat, including heat and salt levels. And cornstarch helps you make it that much better.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 28 days ago Read More
  • Milk being poured over a bowl of Corn Flakes cereal

    14 Foods That Were Created Totally By Accident

    There are some foods that we probably couldn't imagine being part of our existance but if not for a surprising accident, they never would have come to be.

    By Grayce Yuen 29 days ago Read More
  • Overhead shot of chicken noodle soup

    Why Pasta In Canned Soup Holds Up While Homemade Noodles Turn To Mush

    Pasta in canned soup is known for staying firm, even when reheated. But how can you make your homemade noodles strong enough to stay stable in soups?

    By David Bugg 30 days ago Read More
  • tomatoes and homemade tomato sauce

    Turn Leftover Summer Tomatoes Into A Canned Sauce You Can Use All Year

    Summer tomatoes are some of the best tomatoes you can get. Instead of pining for what you can't have come winter, turn leftover tomatoes into canned sauces.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 1 month ago Read More
  • variety of raw steaks

    Does Your Steak Taste Fishy? Here's What That Means For Beef Quality

    If you've ever bitten into a steak only to find a fishy flavor, you probably wondered what gives. Here's what fishy notes mean in a cut of steak.

    By Jessica Riggio 1 month ago Read More
  • Rotisserie chickens lined up in packages for sale

    That Green Color On Your Rotisserie Chicken Doesn't Actually Mean It's Gone Bad

    If you're buying rotisserie chicken from the store and notice it looks a little green, it may actually still be safe to eat. Here's how to tell.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 1 month ago Read More
  • diner at an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet

    Why Bringing Leftover Food Home From A Buffet Is A Potential Hazard

    Trips to all-you-can-eat buffets aren't complete without stacks of leftovers to take home. However, you should know that those leftovers can be a health hazard.

    By Marco Sumayao 1 month ago Read More
  • Cookie dough ice cream

    Wait, Does Cookie Dough Ice Cream Contain Raw Eggs?

    Cookie dough ice cream is easily among the most beloved, but there is some concern that it may contain raw eggs. Here's everything you need to know.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 month ago Read More
  • Several ants crawling on a piece of pink cereal

    You're Overlooking The Ant-Repelling Powerhouse Sitting In Your Pantry

    Ants can be a constant problem, effective little pests that they are. Next time you're hit by a wave of them, try this ant repellent sitting in your pantry.

    By Amanda Berkey 1 month ago Read More
  • garden with cabbage, lettuce, kale, and other veggies

    5 Veggies That Will Thrive In Your Shade Garden

    If your garden gets more shade than sunlight, you might think you can't grow good vegetables. Turns out, at least five veggies are perfect for shade gardens.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago Read More
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