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  • Slices of crispy cooked bacon

    How To Store Cooked Bacon So It Stays Crispy

    Nothing beats crispy bacon - except time and moisture. We're here to help you keep your cooked bacon crispy and ready to use even after a stint in the fridge.

    By Taylor Murray June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of fried rice on a table

    Make Your Fried Rice Unforgettable With One Extra Ingredient

    If you're unsatisfied with the way your fried rice is turning out at home and you wish it was more like the restaurant version, there's one ingredient you need.

    By Tim Forster June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Frozen vegetables assorted in rows

    The Best Way To Open A Bag Of Frozen Veggies To Prevent Freezer Burn

    Picture this: You go to grab that leftover bag of frozen peas, but you open the bag and realize it's been plagued with the dreaded freezer burn.

    By Julia Mullaney June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Assorted ground spices with spoons

    What To Do If You Don't Have A Mortar And Pestle For A Recipe

    When you're cooking from a recipe and it calls for a mortar and pestle but there are none around, don't despair. There are other easy ways to crush spices.

    By Julia Mullaney June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Old-fashioned with ingredients

    How To Make The Best Old-Fashioned You've Ever Had

    An Old-Fashioned cocktail might be simple, but can be a little intimidating to make at home - unless you follow these helpful steps and bits of advice.

    By Helena Nichols June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • cumin seeds in a bowl

    Everything You Need To Know About Cooking With Cumin

    Warm, earthy, and just a bit sweet, cumin is an essential ingredient in your spice cabinet. Here's everything you need to know about this versatile spice.

    By Sarah Moore June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Jar of simple syrup

    How To Make Simple Syrup For Cocktails (Plus 3 Tasty Upgrades)

    Simple syrup is found in plenty of cocktails and recipes, and luckily, making it is as straightforward as its name - simple. We're here to show you how.

    By Lyla Porter June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Kale in bowl

    The Key To Storing Kale So It Actually Lasts

    Whether you want to preserve your kale for months or just keep it fresh for tomorrow's salad, proper storage can keep it crisp and delicious.

    By Robyn Blocker June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Air fryer in a kitchen

    There's An Easy Way To Prevent Your Air Fryer From Smoking Up The Room, But There's A Catch

    A smoke-filled kitchen isn't an automatic requirement for a tasty air fryer meal. You can easily prevent the smoke, but it might mean trading some crispiness.

    By Ann Meyer June 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Stack of colorful paper napkins on wooden background

    Make Your Dinner Party Napkins Stand Out With One Simple Technique

    Boring napkins can make any dinner party host look like an amateur. However, there's one easy technique that you can use for effortless elegance.

    By Ann Meyer June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • fully stocked pantry

    12 Foods That Don't Last In Storage Like You Think

    Some foods might appear to have a limitless shelf life, but it's worth brushing up on the facts to risk wasting food, or worse, getting sick.

    By Robyn Blocker June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Grilled fish on a sheet pan

    Why You Need Mayonnaise For The Best Grilled Shrimp And Fish

    Brushing your fish fillets and shrimp with mayonnaise before grilling them keeps them juicy and flavorful, while also making for a smoother grilling experience.

    By Camryn Teder June 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Can surrounded by mint, lemon, condensation, and ice cubes

    How You Can Dress Up Canned Cocktails For Effortlessly Fun Parties

    Hosting a party requires a lot of effort, but you can cut down on some of your prep work by relying on canned cocktails and dressing them up.

    By Ann Meyer June 20th, 2024 Read More
  • person peeling onion with knife

    The One Hack You Need To Peel Onions Faster And Easier

    Peeling onions can be a pain, especially if you need to keep them whole for a recipe. This quick and easy tip can help you remove onion peels almost instantly.

    By Allie Ward June 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Avocados on a table

    Why You Should Never Store Avocados In Water

    No matter what TikTok says, it's just not safe to store avocados in water. This hack can put you at risk for several gnarly foodborne illnesses.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley June 19th, 2024 Read More
  • A stocked freezer

    Melissa Clark's Tip For Freezing Sauces Saves A Ton Of Freezer Space

    Say goodbye to a packed-the-gills freezer that spills every time you open it. Try this sauce freezing tip for containers that take up less space.

    By Alli Neal June 19th, 2024 Read More
  • fishmonger with fresh fish

    How A Fishmonger Cooks Fish To Bring Out Its Natural Flavor

    We spoke to a fishmonger and restaurant owner to get his tips for cooking fish, even for people are don't typically enjoy fish and usually steer clear of it.

    By Andrew Amelinckx June 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Cracked tomato on vine

    Is It Safe To Eat Split Tomatoes?

    A split tomato isn't usually the prettiest piece of produce on the vine -- but does that mean it's also unsafe? The short answer is that it depends.

    By Tim Forster June 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Joanna Gaines smiling

    Joanna Gaines Gives Pecan Pie A Spicy Twist With Ancho Chile

    Classic pecan pie is a gooey, sweet delight, but lifestyle entrepreneur Joanna Gaines uses ancho chile peppers to steer hers in a spicy direction.

    By Kathryn Steane June 17th, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of fresh pasta salad

    Mistakes Everyone Makes With Pasta Salad

    There are endless pasta salad mistakes you can make. From choosing the wrong noodles to mishandling your ingredients, home chefs can often go wrong.

    By Sarah Moore June 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Kitchen tools in drawer

    9 Kitchen Tool Swaps That Make Cooking So Much Easier

    Here are some surprising ways to swap out common kitchen tools in such a way that you can maximize productivity and save space at the same time.

    By Ian Jackson June 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Layered birthday cake on plate

    The Right Way To Freeze Cake (And Make Frosting It Even Easier)

    A frozen cake can taste just as fresh and flavorful as one baked on the same day -- if you do it right. Here's how to avoid major freezing mistakes.

    By Sara Donnellan June 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten red carpet photo

    Ina Garten's Pro-Tip For Super Thin Shaved Steak

    Raw steaks are soft and moist, traits that make finely slicing the meat tricky. Fortunately, Ina Garten has a trick up her sleeve that makes these slices easy.

    By Elias Nash June 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Chunks of frozen zucchini on towel

    The Freezer Storage Trick To Make Zucchini Last All Summer

    If you've found yourself with an overabundance of zucchini, there's a clever freezer storage trick that you can use to make it last well past fall.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green June 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Ingredients used to make mayonnaise

    The Easy Way To Take The Bitterness Out Of Olive Oil In Mayonnaise

    With homemade mayonnaise, one of the biggest pitfalls is that the bitterness of olive oil in this mixture can be too strong. Luckily there is a quick fix.

    By Camryn Teder June 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Grilled fish on cutting boards

    Stop Fish From Sticking To The Grill For Good With One Ingredient

    Grilling is a great way to cook seafood but fish especially has a tendency to stick to the grill. Luckily, you won't have to worry about that with this trick.

    By Julia Mullaney June 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling

    How Martha Stewart Saves Parmesan Cheese That Was Stored Incorrectly

    See Martha Stewart's TikTok tip for keeping your block of Parmigiano Reggiano from spoiling or drying out. A common remedy for sure, but are you doing it?

    By Camryn Teder June 15th, 2024 Read More
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