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  • A closeup of fresh dates

    How To Properly Freeze Dates For Later

    Dates are not only a sublime snack and sweetener, they can also be frozen for long-term storage. Here's the right way to freeze dates for later.

    By Kim Ranjbar 8 months ago Read More
  • Quinoa in a glass container with a spoon on the side

    You Can Absolutely Use Your Rice Cooker To Make Quinoa. Here's How To Do It

    Don't have the time or patience to watch over a pot of quinoa slowly simmering on the stove? Fret not: You can make fluffy quinoa in a rice cooker instead.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 8 months ago Read More
  • Stalks of green asparagus

    How To Thoroughly Clean Asparagus

    Here's how you should clean and prep those fresh stalks of asparagus before cooking. And make sure that you know how to store them properly as well.

    By Karen Hart 8 months ago Read More
  • A corkscrew next to a bottle of red wine

    Stuck Without A Corkscrew? How To Open A Wine Bottle Using A Lighter

    Learn exactly how to open a bottle of wine without a corkscrew using this surprising and science-y trick that only requires a simple lighter.

    By Tony Cooper 8 months ago Read More
  • An open built-in oven in a kitchen.

    If Your Oven Cooks Food Unevenly, It Might Be Time To Do This

    Every oven cooks a little differently, but if your food is cooking inconsistently all the time, you might need to take action. Here's what to do.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 8 months ago Read More
  • An image depicting ice buildup inside a freezer.

    The Benefit Of Regularly Defrosting Your Freezer

    Every freezer can experience ice buildup, and not even because you're doing something seriously wrong. Here's why defrosting it is so important.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 8 months ago Read More
  • Glasses containing yellow, green, blue, red, and orange food dye for Easter.

    Bring A Pop Of Color To Easter With Dyed Marshmallows Instead Of Eggs

    If you want to create edible, pastel-colored decor but make something a bit sweeter than dyed eggs, try tinting your marshmallows instead.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 8 months ago Read More
  • A glass of lemonade on a wooden table

    How To Use Whole Lemons For A Low-Waste Lemonade

    You don't have to juice lemons then toss out their peels to make a pitcher of sweet-sour lemonade. Here's how to use the entire fruit for this refreshing drink.

    By Camryn Teder 8 months ago Read More
  • Person holding a sex on the beach cocktail in front of body of water

    How To Make The Classic Sex On The Beach Cocktail

    Learn how to make the classic Sex on the Beach cocktail with just four ingredients. It's sweet, fruity, and perfect for sipping on in the summer.

    By Allison Lindsey 8 months ago Read More
  • Fork holding up small pickle over jar

    Give Your Favorite Jar Of Pickles This Pasta-Inspired Flavor Upgrade

    Bring new flavor to your sandwiches, burgers, and pasta salads by infusing your jarred pickles with this herbaceous Italian condiment.

    By Audrey Lockie 8 months ago Read More
  • Red onion cut into rings

    How To Get The Most Out Of Red Onions Without Sacrificing Any Flavor

    Red onions are perfect for topping a wide range of dishes, but there are a few keys you need to know when preparing them to get the best flavor.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 8 months ago Read More
  • lemons pictured on cutting board

    You Only Need This Piece Of Cutlery To Juice Lemons With Ease

    Juicing a lemon isn't necessarily the hardest thing to do, but that doesn't mean it's easy to squeeze out every drop. Unless you use this cutlery trick.

    By Nikita Ephanov 8 months ago Read More
  • A bunch of fresh asparagus

    If You Aren't Pickling Asparagus You're Seriously Missing Out

    When asparagus season hits in the spring, there's hardly anything better to do with it than pickle it. Here's everything you need to know to pickle it yourself.

    By Adam Raphael 8 months ago Read More
  • variety of beans in jars

    How To Dehydrate Fresh Beans For Long-Term Storage

    Learn how dehydrating fresh beans at home can make them simple to store, quicker to cook, and perfect for long-term use. And it's easier than you might think.

    By Raven Brunner 8 months ago Read More
  • Person holding a McDonald's Filet-O-fish

    How To Recreate McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Using Store-Bought Ingredients

    McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is a classic menu staple for a reason, but if you'd rather stay home and make your own, doing so is ridiculously straightforward.

    By Jessica Riggio 8 months ago Read More
  • salt cellar displayed on cutting board

    Why You Need A Salt Cellar And How To Find The Best One For Your Money

    Storing salt in a good salt cellar has many advantages. Here's what you should look for in a salt cellar and how to pick the right one for you.

    By Nikita Ephanov 8 months ago Read More
  • Bone-in Easter ham on a dinner table with fruits

    How To Choose The Most Succulent Ham To Feed A Crowd

    If you're preparing to feed a large holiday crowd with a succulent ham, you probably want the best of the best. Here's how to choose exactly that.

    By Jessica Santina 8 months ago Read More
  • Grilled, sliced ribeye steak with salad on black plate

    How To Get Steakhouse Results From The 'Poor Man's Ribeye'

    You don't need an expensive cut of meat for steakhouse results; here's how to get a tender, succulent steak using the cost-effective "poor man’s ribeye."

    By Audrey Lockie 8 months ago Read More
  • Person surrounded by smoke from burnt oven-cooked meal

    How To Ventilate Your Kitchen Without Breaking The Bank

    Not having a range hood in your kitchen can lead to a stuffy, smoky home. Fortunately, there are ways to deal with that without shelling out for a range hood.

    By Allison Lindsey 8 months ago Read More
  • rice cooker on a kitchen counter

    How To Use Your Rice Cooker To Make Breakfast For A Crowd

    If you're trying to make a massive breakfast feast, put your rice cooker to work in preparing a variety of either sweet or savory dishes.

    By Jessica Riggio 8 months ago Read More
  • A roll of aluminum foil and parchment paper

    How Hooks Make Parchment Paper And Foil Much Easier To Deal With

    Tired of cramming boxes of parchment paper and foil into drawers and wrestling with them when you need to tear a sheet off? This hack will make things easier.

    By Megan Lim 8 months ago Read More
  • A person packing leftover food away.

    How To Choose Between The Microwave And Air Fryer For Reheating Leftovers

    Both microwaves and air fryers are great at reheating leftovers, but there is an easy way to choose when to use one of these appliances or the other.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 8 months ago Read More
  • Three raw lamb shanks on a stone slate with rosemary, surrounded by bowls of dry spices

    How To Properly Store Fresh Lamb Meat

    Fresh lamb can make a delicious roast or brilliant ground lamb burgers. Here's how to properly store fresh lamb for peak quality and food safety.

    By Megan Lim 8 months ago Read More
  • Two chelada cocktails served in mini stein glasses.

    How To Choose The Right Mexican Beer For An Authentic Chelada

    When making a chelada, the beer you use is vitally important. Happily, there is a simple way to make sure you are using the right type of Mexican beer.

    By M Lavelle 8 months ago Read More
  • Carrot-shaped cheese ball on a wooden board with other cheeses, meat, and fruit

    How To Make An Adorable Carrot Shaped Cheese Ball Perfect For The Easter Bunny

    Cheese balls are always welcome party appetizers, and you can make an adorable, carrot-shaped version that's perfect for Easter celebrations.

    By Ginny Johnson 8 months ago Read More
  • A wooden bowl of white rice on a grey countertop with a wooden spoon next to it.

    How To Reheat Rice In An Air Fryer Without Drying It Out

    While you shouldn't cook dry rice in an air fryer, you can easily reheat leftover rice in the appliance and keep it moist and fluffy using these tips.

    By Andy Hume 8 months ago Read More
  • Al forno pasta in a baking dish on a wooden surface.

    How To Prevent Mushy Baked Pastas

    It's always disappointing to cut into a pasta bake and find a mushy mess of ingredients. This is what causes that error and what you can do to avoid it.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 8 months ago Read More
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