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  • Fish filets cooking skin-side-up in a stainless steel pan as chef bastes with butter

    The Rule You Should Know For Cooking Fish Fillets In Oil

    Most types of fish can be tricky to cook well, especially if you're giving it a nice sear in oil. Next time you fry fish in oil, remember this rule.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
  • Salisbury steak with a side of mashed potatoes topped with mushroom gravy and parsley

    Hamburger Steak Vs. Salisbury: What's The Real Difference?

    When it comes to beef patties drowning in delicious gravy, there are two options: A hamburger steak or a Salisbury steak. Here are their real differences.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
  • Rows of bagged salad at a grocery store

    The Easy Addition That Completely Wakes Up A Boring Store-Bought Salad

    Buying salad from the supermarket can be fraught with risk, but you can instantly put some pep in your bagged greens' step with one extra ingredient.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 6 months 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 6 months ago Read More
  • person tasting tomato sauce

    The Color Of Canned Tomatoes To Use For A Sweeter Tomato Sauce. (Hint: It's Not Red)

    Whether your usual tomato sauce is too acidic or you're simply keen to try a sweeter sauce, swap red canned tomatoes for this color for better flavor.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 6 months ago Read More
  • Calebrity chef Bobby Flay at a live cooking demonstration.

    This Bar Cart Staple Is Bobby Flay's Hack For Perfectly Pickled Onions

    Pickling onions at home is pretty easy, but Bobby Flay has a trick to make the process even simpler using one ingredient commonly found on bar carts.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 6 months ago Read More
  • Whole-roasted lamb on a white plastic cutting board

    The Cut Of Lamb That's The Absolute Best For Roasting

    Roasting is one of the most satisfying cooking methods, but it requires time, patience, and the right cut. If you want to roast lamb, here's what to choose.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 6 months ago Read More
  • grazing board with shallow depth of field

    18 Charcuterie Board Ideas That Won't Break The Bank

    Charcuterie boards offer an impressive spread and various flavors, but designing one can sometimes go over budget. Here's experts avoid spending too much.

    By Sarah Moore 6 months ago Read More
  • Store-bought pie crust sheets dusted with flour

    5 Genius Uses For Frozen Pie Crust That Aren't Pie

    Sure, you could bake a pie with frozen pie crust, but you could be doing so much more with this convenient and versatile dough. Here's what to know.

    By Ilene V. Smith 6 months ago Read More
  • A gooey grilled cheese is arranfed on a wooden cutting board.

    For An Easier Grilled Cheese, Skip The Spatula And Use This Kitchen Tool Instead

    Has flipping your grilled cheese with a spatula ever ended in it falling apart? Don't risk a sandwich disaster by turning it with this kitchen tool instead.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 6 months ago Read More
  • Hands kneading bread dough on floured surface

    The Secret Ingredient For The Softest Bread You've Ever Had

    Not all bread needs to be soft, but if you're making a regular old loaf at home, it should definitely be soft. Use this secret ingredient to make it softer.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
  • ice cream sandwiches

    This Leftover Dessert Is The Perfect Base For Ice Cream Sandwiches

    Ice cream sandwiches are a perfect way to cool down and treat yourself. Next time you make some, try using this leftover dessert for the base.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 6 months ago Read More
  • stainless steel refrigerator

    The Incredibly Simple (And Cheap) Way To Give Your Refrigerator A Stylish Makeover

    Every home has a refrigerator, but many of them are plain, simple things. Give yours a stylish makeover using this simple, cheap, effective method.

    By Greta Pano 6 months ago Read More
  • Cooked tortellini in broth in a white shallow bowl

    Give Store-Bought Tortellini A 5-Star Makeover With One Ultra-Simple Sauce

    Store-bought tortellini is an excellent base to make a variety of meals from, including this five-star dish that uses an ultra-simple sauce.

    By Crystal Antonace 6 months ago Read More
  • Variety of candy apples dipped in different coatings and toppings

    The Popular Pastry Ingredient That Works Wonders As A Candy Apple Coating

    A good candy apple is a wonderful treat, and you can truly get creative with them. One of the best ingredients to try comes from the pastry world.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
  • lemon slushy cocktail in a glass jar

    Spiked Slushies Are 100% More Refreshing With This Flavored Vodka

    What's better than an ice-cold slushy on a hot summer day? One that's spiked with some flavored vodka of course! Here's one flavor you should try next time.

    By Demi Phillips 6 months ago Read More
  • vegetables boiling in saucepan

    Don't Throw Away Overcooked Vegetables When This Perfect Solution Awaits

    Overcooking your vegetables can be a crushing moment, especially if you've been craving them all day. Instead of tossing them, try this solution.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 6 months ago Read More
  • Box of bananas

    Don't Throw Out Those Banana Peels — Use Them To Polish Your Kitchen Instead

    If you're looking for a natural way to clean all sorts of appliances, tools, surfaces, and more around your kitchen, just grab a bunch of bananas.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 months ago Read More
  • cup and spoon full of corn starch with bowl of corn kernels

    All-Purpose Flour Is One Of The Best Cornstarch Swaps, And Here's The Ratio To Make It Work

    If you usually use cornstarch to thicken your sauces, puddings, or pie fillings but you don't have any in the house, here's how much flour you'll need instead.

    By Samantha Boesch 6 months ago Read More
  • Small bowls of ice cream in an array of colors and flavors with relating garnishes — chocolate, strawberry, mint chocolate chip, blueberry, and more, surrounded by waffle cones and fruits.

    The Pantry Staple You're Overlooking For A Simple Yet Flavorful Ice Cream Topping

    No matter which flavor of ice cream is your favorite, there's a topping that probably pairs well with it that you already have at home but haven't considered.

    By Andy Hume 6 months ago Read More
  • A jar of appleasuce appears on a wooden tray with more apples in a rustic setting.

    The Surprising Spice You Should Be Adding To Store-Bought Applesauce To Kick It Up A Notch

    A little heat from this fiery spice might be just what your applesauce needs to go from boring to beloved. (And no, it's not cinnamon.)

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 6 months ago Read More
  • Rachael Ray at book signing

    Rachael Ray Has A Genius Way To Measure Olive Oil Without Using A Measuring Spoon

    If you don't have a measuring spoon (or if you just don't want to add to your dirty dishes), luckily there's an easy way to measure without one. Here's how.

    By Mary-Faith Martinez 6 months ago Read More
  • Steaming bowl of spicy noodle soup

    The Temperature You Should Serve Soup Depends On The Type

    If you've ever had soup that's too cold or so hot that it burns your tongue, you know that temperature is important. And the ideal temperature varies by soup.

    By Jackson Williams 6 months ago Read More
  • A charcuterie board containing meat, cheese, green olives, and breadsticks.

    The Charcuterie Board Mistake Everyone Makes Their First Time

    A charcuterie board can be a tasty, eye-catching addition to your next gathering, but there's one mistake everyone makes when serving one for the first time.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 6 months ago Read More
  • Small bowl of hoisin sauce

    If You Want To Thicken Hoisin Sauce In A Flash, Reach For One Thing

    Hoisin is a sweet, salty, and spicy sauce with a thick texture that's perfect for dipping, and this is how you can easily help it reach that consistency.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 months ago Read More
  • Pancakes and fruit on skewers in a plate

    The Best Ingredients To Build The Ultimate Breakfast Kebabs

    Imagine skewered kebabs, except with all your favorite sweet and savory breakfast items instead of grilled meats and veggies. Here's how to make them.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 months ago Read More
  • a row of Sweet Baby Ray's honey barbecue sauce

    Does Honey Barbecue Sauce Belong In Chocolate Cupcakes? Sweet Baby Ray's Thinks So

    Spicy, smoky barbecue sauce piped into a batch of sweet chocolate cupcakes? Who would've thought such a combination might actually be a thing!

    By Sonora Slater 6 months ago Read More
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