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  • Fresh herbs and prepped foods on peach background

    How To Use 14 Popular Herbs To Their Full Potential

    Herbs can instantly enhance any dish if you know how to maximize their full potential. Here are 14 popular ones to try in your cooking.

    By Sarah Moore 1 month ago Read More
  • Hands holding a half-carton of brown eggs in front of an open refrigerator

    How To Tell If An Egg Is Bad Without Any Extra Supplies

    You don't need any gadgets to gauge the freshness of an egg. This one simple trick is enough, though you can use some more easy tests just to be sure as well.

    By Crystal Antonace 1 month ago Read More
  • Two tall glasses of blended frozen coffee drinks.

    How To Make A Café-Style Frappe With A Store-Bought Coffee

    Forget stopping at Starbucks for a Frappuccino. It only takes a few simple steps and ingredients to make a delicious frappe from the comfort of your own home.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 1 month ago Read More
  • Classic pecan pie with slice

    How To Use Bourbon To Balance The Sweetness Of Pecan Pie

    If your pecan pie is tasting a bit one-note in terms of sweetness, bourbon is a perfect addition to introduce flavor complexity for a better, balanced dessert.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 1 month ago Read More
  • Black wine bottle and tipped glass of red wine lying atop a jumble of wine corks

    Don't Throw Away Old Wine Corks. Here's How To Make Them Useful In Your Kitchen

    If you're a fan of DIY crafts and decor, start saving your wine corks after you finish a bottle. Here are a few cute and functional ways to upcycle them.

    By Crystal Antonace 1 month ago Read More
  • Person in metal gloves shucking oyster

    How To Sharpen Your Oyster Knife For Effortless Shucking

    A sharp knife is crucial to shuck oysters safely and make clean cuts. Here's an expert's advice on how to sharpen an oyster knife and use it for shucking.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 1 month ago Read More
  • Boiled corn on the cob sprinkled with fresh basil on a black plate

    How Long To Boil Corn On The Cob Without Overcooking It

    Popping corn on the cob into a pot to boil is the most common method of preparing these golden, juicy kernels. Here's how long they need to cook to perfection.

    By Crystal Antonace 1 month ago Read More
  • A bowl of frozen spinach

    How To Freeze Spinach Without A Watery, Soggy Mess

    Spinach is a tasty green that's packed with healthy nutrients. If you're wondering how to freeze spinach to keep it fresh for longer, these tips are on point.

    By Jackson Williams 1 month ago Read More
  • An open dishwasher door

    Avoid A Smelly Dishwasher With This One Easy Tip

    Dealing with mold or mildew after running a cycle in the dishwasher? No worries, as you can avoid those gnarly smells with one simple fix.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 month ago Read More
  • person eating a slice of watermelon from a plate

    How To Cut Bite-Size Watermelon Pieces For A Backyard BBQ

    Sweet watermelon is a summer barbecue staple, but how do you chop up that ginormous fruit into smaller, bite-sized pieces to feed a crowd? Here's the best way.

    By Sonora Slater 1 month ago Read More
  • a person's hand scooping out a mix of legumes from a Mason jar

    How To Layer Your Ingredients When Meal-Prepping Mason Jar Chili

    Mason jar chili is a perfect meal-prep option that also makes a fantastic gift. Here's how to layer your ingredients for convenience and aesthetics.

    By Jaime Jacques 1 month ago Read More
  • bulk avocados in green fruit bags

    How To Store Your Giant Bag Of Costco Avocados For Maximum Freshness

    If you're grabbing a big bag of avocados from Costco, you should know how to prevent them from all ripening at the same time by storing them properly.

    By Jessica Riggio 1 month ago Read More
  • Sloppy Joes and potato chips on a round wooden serving board

    How To Make Vegetarian Sloppy Joes With Just One Canned Staple

    Sloppy Joes don't always have to be made to cater to meat eaters. Here is how to make a vegetarian version with just one canned staple from your pantry.

    By Crystal Antonace 1 month ago Read More
  • Multi-colored gummy bears on a wooden background

    How To Make Frozen Gummy Bears (It's Not As Obvious As You Think)

    You can put a new spin on a classic candy if you freeze gummy bears, but you need to take certain precautions to ensure you don't end up with a giant ice cube.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 1 month ago Read More
  • Two stainless steel pans are shown from above with one clean and the other dirty

    How To Remove The Stubbornest Of Food Stains With This Medicine Cabinet Staple

    Struggling with stubborn stains in the kitchen? Check your medicine cabinet for this item to remove marks left from spilled coffee, tea, wine, and more.

    By David Bugg 1 month ago Read More
  • Caesar salad in white bowl

    How To Easily Amp Up The Flavor Of Your Store-Bought Caesar Salad Dressing

    While there's nothing wrong with store-bought Caesar salad dressing, if you want yours to taste more like a restaurant's, try this trick to boost its flavor.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 month ago Read More
  • pickled banana peppers stored in jars

    How To Pickle Banana Peppers For A Tasty Sandwich Topping

    If banana peppers are one of your go-to sandwich toppings, consider pickling your own at home. It's easy and only requires a small handful of ingredients.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • Group of friends outdoors at a dinner party toasting each other

    How To Calculate Drinks-Per-Person To Avoid A Major Party Foul

    The next time you're throwing a party, you'll inevitably have to figure out drinks-per-person to make sure everyone is happen. And there's ane asy way to do it.

    By Ilene V. Smith 1 month ago Read More
  • Raw potatoes in a basket on a wooden table

    How To Freeze Potatoes The Right Way (And Why Most People Get It Wrong)

    The truth is, with just a few quick and easy prep steps, you can upgrade your freezing game and never let any leftover potatoes go to waste again.

    By Adam Raphael 1 month ago Read More
  • Person scrubbing a dirty stainless steel pan with a steel sponge

    How To Use A Steel Sponge For The Shiniest Pots And Pans

    If you're on a mission to make your cookware look brand new again, a steel sponge is equipped to cut through any grime and gunk for shiny, clean results.

    By David Bugg 1 month ago Read More
  • parchment sheet lined on a baking pan

    How To Prevent Sheet Pans From Warping In The Oven

    Are your sheet pans constantly warping in the oven? There are a few different tricks you can follow to help prevent them from warping while you bake.

    By Demi Phillips 1 month ago Read More
  • Two gas station coffees to-go

    How To Make Iced Gas Station Coffee Taste Café-Worthy

    Gas station coffee doesn't have a reputation for high quality, but with these tips and tricks, you can make your next to-go cup taste barista-made.

    By Ashlen Wilder 1 month ago Read More
  • a disassembled black Moka pot

    How To Properly Clean Your Moka Pot

    The moka pot produces uniquely strong, tasty coffee, but that's only if you keep your brewer clean. Here's how to properly clean a moka pot.

    By Tara Bowen 1 month ago Read More
  • Butter and flour being mixed together in a bowl with a hand holding crumbs.

    How To Cut In Butter Like A Pro-Baker

    Cutting in butter is a key step when baking that ensures the perfect tender, flaky results. Here's how to cut in butter like a true pro-baker.

    By Betsy Parks 1 month ago Read More
  • Pouring Alfredo sauce on fettuccine

    How To Make Alfredo Sauce With Just 3 Ingredients

    Alfredo sauce is among the best sauces you can know how to make because it's as delicious as it is simple. And you only need three common ingredients.

    By Jackson Williams 1 month ago Read More
  • A glass drink dispenser on a wooden table outdoors

    Don't Set Up Your Backyard Drink Station Without Considering This First

    But no one will have much fun at your backyard barbecue if they're stuck in the hot summer sun without a cold drink. Enter the patio drink station.

    By Tony Cooper 1 month ago Read More
  • retro glass sugar dispensers on a table

    How To Turn A Standard Mason Jar Into A 1950s Diner-Inspired Sugar Pourer

    Mason jars can be used in a shockingly broad variety of ways, from packed salad lunches to the base for 1950s diner-inspired sugar pourers.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 month ago Read More
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