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Make Stainless Steel Pans Shine Like New In 30 Minutes With One Italian Pantry Staple

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 01:25:00 +0000

Stainless steel pans, despite the name, can get pretty dirty in the right circumstances. Make those pans shine again with this Italian pantry staple.

Most Customers Rate These 7 Low-Sodium Canned Vegetables 5 Stars

staff@chowhound.com (Amanda Berkey) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:35:00 +0000

Most canned vegetables are packed with sodium, which isn't always a good thing. If you're looking for low-sodium options, consider these highly rated options.

These Thrift Store Finds Bring A Touch Of Nostalgic Charm To Your Kitchen

staff@chowhound.com (Amy Andrews) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:05:00 +0000

Personal touches can make a kitchen feel homey, and what better way to emphasize your personality or design aesthetic than with a unique thrifted find?

Love Le Creuset? Here Are 13 Cheaper Cookware Brands To Try

staff@chowhound.com (Jane Godiner) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:15:00 +0000

Skip the Le Creuset splurge with these cookware alternatives, including affordable Dutch ovens and stylish options that are similar in every way but the price.

Move Over, Ketchup: Try Another Tomato-Based Sauce For French Fries Instead

staff@chowhound.com (Megan Shoop-Volz) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:05:00 +0000

French fries and ketchup are a natural pairing, but there's another tomato-based sauce that can give your spuds and even richer, more complex flavor.

A Splash Of This Pantry Staple Takes Cabbage Soup To New Heights

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:35:00 +0000

Finding your cabbage soup too plain and bland? Give the simple soup a salty, savory, umami depth with a few spoons of this one addition.

This Ingredient Erases Grease From Your Stovetop With Way Less Effort Than Scrubbing

staff@chowhound.com (Craig Mattson) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Tidy up your stovetop with this at-home morning staple and a little elbow grease. You probably already have this unexpected cleaning tool on your countertop.

Pasta Night Just Got Better With These 15 Costco Finds

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:55:00 +0000

From jarred sauces and ready-made meals to fresh cheeses, raviolis, and tortellinis, Costco has so many gems that will up your pasta game.

Upgraded Chicken A La King Recipe

staff@chowhound.com (Patterson Watkins) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Our upgraded chicken à la king recipe does things a little different, featuring chicken cutlets, a marsala-infused cream sauce, and focaccia bread for serving.

The Incredibly Affordable And 'Bloody Delicious' Pantry Staple Gordon Ramsay Always Keeps Stocked

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0000

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay might be used to cooking with ritzy Michelin-class ingredients, but he keeps this cheap ingredient in his pantry at all times.

To Make Instant Ramen 10x Better, Add A Packet Of This

staff@chowhound.com (Claire Coit) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:55:00 +0000

Want to make your instant ramen better but don't feel like soft-boiling an egg or chopping a ton of veggies? Good news: You can just add this flavorful packet.

Give Fried Fish Sandwiches Better Flavor With A One-Ingredient Tartar Sauce Upgrade

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:35:00 +0000

Fried fish sandwiches are simple, elegant meals, but they don't always have to be. Next time, add this ingredient to your tartar sauce for a flavor wallop.

10 Discontinued Fall Starbucks Foods Customers Still Miss To This Day

staff@chowhound.com (Sophia Beams) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:15:00 +0000

The fall menu at Starbucks may be known for its classic Pumpkin Spice Latte, but there are a handful of autumnal foods from years gone by that we miss greatly.

The Affordable Pork Cut That Belongs In Your Slow Cooker

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:05:00 +0000

If you're a pork lover who owns a slow cooker, then you need to know about this affordable, underrated cut that was practically made for the appliance.

For A Richer Pumpkin Pie, Try Bobby Flay's Simple Brown Sugar Twist

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Pumpkin pie is the king of fall desserts, but that doesn't mean it can't be upgraded. Next time, make it richer using Bobby Flay's brown sugar twist.

Skip The Basic Grilled Cheese — Make It British Style For 10x The Flavor

staff@chowhound.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:05:00 +0000

A good grilled cheese is always worth the minimal hassle it takes to make. Next time, though, you should make it British style for even more flavor and texture.

I Tried And Ranked 7 Bratwurst Brands, And This Is The One I'd Buy Again

staff@chowhound.com (Liz Jaros) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0000

We put popular bratwurst brands to the taste test and then ranked them so you'll know which sausages deliver the best flavor, texture, and overall bite.

A Pro Chef Says To Avoid The Most Recognizable Store-Bought Pasta Brand In The US — Here's Why

staff@chowhound.com (Tara Bowen) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:05:00 +0000

It's always a good idea to keep some dried pasta in the pantry, but a pro chef says to avoid this type of store-bought pasta. Here's what you should know.

For Pork Chops With Next-Level Flavor, Grab These 15 Seasonings

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Pork chops are a fairly mild cut of meat. That means they can adapt to a range of seasonings, whether sweet or spicy and savory. These are some of the best.

The Smoky Secret To Canned Chili With Homemade Flavor Is Hiding In Your Fridge

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:05:00 +0000

Canned chili makes a great last-minute meal, or topper to other dishes, but it's a bit bleh. Make it better with this smoky flavor powerhouse.