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    Why It's A Mistake To Hang Measuring Cups On Your Cabinet Doors

    Finding room to store all your kitchen gear can be pretty difficult. If you're planning on hanging your measuring cups, here's why you should reconsider.

    By Greta Pano Read More
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    10 Tips For Better Microwave Cooking

    From poaching eggs to toasting nuts, your microwave can do much more than heating up leftovers. We asked experts to share their best microwave cooking tips.

    By Lyla Porter Read More
  • A bacon, egg, and cheese on a bagel is sliced in half on a cutting board.

    Up Your Breakfast Sandwich Game With This Tangy Cheese

    If you're growing tired of the same old breakfast sandwich, you can upgrade the morning handheld meal with this tangy cheese. Here's how to do it.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Plate of fried pickles

    For Better Fried Pickles, Choose The Right Shape

    Fried pickles are easily one of the best appetizers or snacks. To make the best fried pickles possible, though, you need to fry the right shape.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • Wine with roast lamb

    Which Wine Pairs Best With Lamb?

    Lamb is often a rich dish that deserves to be paired with a wine that brings out the best version of itself, and this is the wine you should use.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones Read More
  • Bowl of macaroni salad

    How To Turn Store-Bought Macaroni Salad Into A BBQ Showstopper

    There's nothing wrong with grabbing store-bought macaroni salad for your next barbecue, but make sure you crank it up a notch with some of these ingredients.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • A simple ham and cheese sandwich (with lettuce and tomatoes) on a roll on top of butcher paper.

    Make Your Ham And Cheese Sandwiches Unforgettable With One Extra Ingredient

    Ham and cheese sandwiches are all-time classics that are great for snacks. Or you could really make a meal of it and upgrade it with this extra ingredient.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • A person unrolling a sheet of aluminum foil in front of a closed oven.

    It's A Mistake To Line Your Oven With Aluminum Foil. Here's Why

    If you line your oven with aluminum foil in an attempt to cut down on cleaning needs, you should stop for several reasons. Here are all of them.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • Julia Child in her kitchen

    Julia Child's Trick For Keeping Homemade Crepes Perfectly Thin

    If your homemade crepes turn out too thick, the legendary Julia Child had the perfect solution, and in keeping with her style, it's simple and elegant.

    By Adam Raphael Read More
  • Jar of sauerkraut with rye seeds

    13 Ways To Use Up That Jar Of Sauerkraut

    Sauerkraut might seem like an after-thought compared to other condiments. However, we have 13 ways you can use up your jar and enhance existing meals.

    By Buffy Naillon Read More
  • Chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting and sprinkles

    Elevate The Flavor Of Store-Bought Frosting With This Ingredient You Probably Already Have

    If you're looking to level up the flavor of your store-bought frosting, there's one ingredient you should reach for, and it might already be in your pantry.

    By Amanda Berkey Read More
  • Four fluffy pancakes topped with fruit and cream.

    Try This Old School Egg White Hack For Pancakes With Real Lift

    For the fluffiest pancakes, you don't need to rely on any new-fangled techniques. In fact, one of the best hacks literally comes from a very old cooking school.

    By Amanda Berkey Read More
  • Two whiskey sour cocktails on a countertop.

    5 Ways To Take Your Whiskey Sour To The Next Level

    If you've ever sipped on a whiskey sour, then you know that the cocktail is ripe for experimentation. Here's how to give the drink a major upgrade.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • A baking dish with two chicken thighs marinating with garlic and parsley.

    How To Get Double The Flavor Out Of Your Marinade For Perfect Chicken Thighs

    With this one simple technique, you can get a ton of extra flavor from your classic chicken thigh marinade. Here's how to do it.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • woman spreading mayonnaise on bread

    The 3-Ingredient Sandwich Spread That Beats Basic Mayo

    If you want to get a little creative in the sandwich department, try using this three-ingredient spread that will bring delicious nuance to your next meal.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • White wine and oysters

    What's The Best Wine To Pair With Shellfish?

    Finding the right wine pairing for a meal can be difficult, hence the existence of sommeliers. We sought guidance from one on the best wine-and-shellfish pair.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • Wine tasting flight of red wines in outdoor patio

    The Total Amount Of Wine You Need To Host A Proper Tasting

    Wine tastings can be amazing experiences, especially ones you host yourself since you get to pick the bottles. Here's how much wine you need should you do so.

    By Ashlen Wilder Read More
  • A bundle of fresh asparagus on a yellow background.

    Give Asparagus A Huge Flavor Boost With One Simple Addition

    Asparagus is already a delicious vegetable, but it can be made to taste even more divine with the addition of this flavor-packed ingredient.

    By Georgina Jedikovska Read More
  • pickles with whiskey pictured together

    How To Turn Store-Bought Pickles Into Mouthwatering Whiskey Pickles

    There are many ways to use pickles to flavor dishes, but what about flavoring the pickles themselves? Here's how you can use whiskey to give them a boozy kick.

    By Nikita Ephanov Read More
  • A can with a fork next to a bowl of beans

    Turn Canned Beans Into A Creamy Comfort Meal With The Perfect Cheese Pairing

    A handful of cheese can easily upgrade plain canned beans. Here's what to consider when picking a cheese, and what other ingredients you can add to the mix.

    By Mathieson Nishimura Read More
  • a bowl of teriyaki sauce on board

    Quickly Substitute Teriyaki Sauce With Something That's Already In Your Fridge

    Making a meat glaze or stir-frying some veggies but don't have any teriyaki sauce on hand? Fret not, there's another sauce that can work in a pinch.

    By Mathieson Nishimura Read More
  • A mini fridge stacked with drinks, snacks, and containers

    Why Your Kitchen's Mini Fridge Is So Loud (And How To Fix It)

    Is your mini fridge sounding more like a roaring lawn mower of late? There are many reasons for the loud noise and in most cases, the solution is an easy fix.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • mushroom burger

    The Meaty Mushroom You Should Be Using For Vegan Steak (Hint: It's Not Portobello)

    Portobellos are a popular choice for meat-free dishes, but there's another shroom with a spongy texture and mild flavor that makes for a fantastic vegan steak.

    By Shriya Swaminathan Read More
  • Cherry pie with a cherry on top

    It's Easy To Fix Syrupy Store-Bought Cherry Pie Filling In Seconds

    Canned cherry pie filling can have an overly sweet, syrupy consistency, but there are a few simple solutions to improve its flavor and texture.

    By Demi Phillips Read More
  • warm and rustic kitchen

    18 Kitchen Upgrades You Can Make Without Any Renovations

    A prettier, more functional kitchen can begin with tiny tweaks that cost little to nothing. Here are 18 renovation-free ideas to get you started.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • syrup being drizzled onto square waffles with berries

    Ditch Your Toaster For The Best Frozen Waffle Breakfast Of Your Life

    You might not think twice before popping frozen waffles in the toaster. However, for the crispiest and toastiest waffles, use this cooking method instead.

    By Sean Pagnotti Read More
  • simple syrup dripping off a spoon into a saucepan

    Why Coffee Syrup Is The Key To Richer Homemade Drinks And Desserts

    Coffee syrup is a great way to add some richness and complexity to a run-of-the-mill drink or dessert. Here's how to make it and some ideas on how to use it.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
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