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  • 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 7 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 months ago Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling wearing a scarf

    Ina Garten's Secret Meatball Ingredient Is So Shockingly Simple

    There is one ingredient that Ina Garten adds to her meatball recipe that simple, ingenious, and it just might change your meatball game entirely.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 8 months ago Read More
  • Lemons on a cutting board

    The Genius Way Bartenders Get More Juice Out Of Citrus

    But simply juicing a lemon or lime isn't the only way to add sourness to your cocktails. If you want to level up, you need to start making "super juice."

    By Tony Cooper 8 months ago Read More
  • powdered sugar covered puppy chow in a bowl

    The Simple Swap That Makes Puppy Chow More Sophisticated

    Made from Chex cereal, peanut butter, chocolate, and sugar, puppy chow is a classic treat for kids. But there is one swap that can give it a more refined spin.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 8 months ago Read More
  • a wooden spoon holding sugar

    Jazz Up Regular White Sugar With A Zesty, Fragrant Addition

    White sugar doesn't have to be plain or one-dimensional, used only to add some sweetness. Turn it into a more complex flavor enhancer using this trick.

    By Demi Phillips 8 months ago Read More
  • Person holds an empty grocery cart

    Don't Make This Simple Mistake Before Rushing Out The Door To Grocery Shop

    Time to fill up your fridge with fresh groceries for the week? Make sure to follow this one simple step before you head off to the store.

    By Camryn Teder 8 months ago Read More
  • A cast iron pan with well-glazed pepper beef stir fry of strips of beef and bell peppers in a sauce, topped with diced green onion tops.

    The Best Cut Of Meat For Pepper Steak

    Pepper steak is a Chinese dish of thinly-cut strips of beef stir-fried with some veggies and seasoning, and there's one cut of meat that works best.

    By Andy Hume 8 months ago Read More
  • classic deviled eggs

    Upgrade Your Deviled Eggs With A Ramen Seasoning Packet

    Deviled eggs are a classic staple at picnics and potlucks. Transform the standard recipe with one small adjustment that packs in oodles of flavor.

    By Demi Phillips 8 months ago Read More
  • a series of mason jars on a shelf, two containing brown sugar and the rest empty

    The Huge Storage Mistake Many People Make When Buying New Mason Jars

    Wondering how to store those new Mason jars made out of delicate glass? Turns out, the best method is right in front of you.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 8 months ago Read More
  • Cored pineapple

    How To Extract Every Last Drop Of Flavor From Your Leftover Pineapple Core

    Don't throw out that tough fibrous core left over from cutting a pineapple. It is perfectly edible, packed with nutrients, and can be consumed in many ways.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 8 months ago Read More
  • cookie mix layered in a mason jar with a red gingham ribbon tied around it

    Layer Mason Jar Cookie Mix Perfectly With This Simple Tool

    Mason jar cookie mixes are the ideal host gift or foodie treat. Use a funnel to achieve aesthetically pleasing layers of ingredients in the jar.

    By Sonora Slater 8 months ago Read More
  • potato chips with dip

    Ditch The Chips And Deep-Fry Potato Cups For Maximum Dipping Power

    Chips aren't your only option when it comes to dipping. Here is why it's worth it to deep-fry potato cups for maximum dipping power at your next party.

    By Marco Sumayao 8 months ago Read More
  • Vanilla ice cream with vanilla bean and flower.

    Give Vanilla Ice Cream A Serious Flavor Boost With This Seasoning Blend

    Vanilla ice cream can sometimes be a little... vanilla. If you're looking to make your cold, sweet treat new and exciting, you need to try this.

    By M Lavelle 8 months ago Read More
  • kitchen backsplash featuring vertically laid green tiles

    14 Outdated Kitchen Tile Trends That Should Stay In The Past

    If you're thinking about updating your kitchen, you should be aware of any outdated trends. Take a look at the tile designs that would keep your kitchen dated.

    By Ashley Chalmers 8 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of guacamole with tortilla chips

    14 Mistakes You Might Be Making With Guacamole

    Is your guacamole falling short of its delicious potential? Here are some missteps that could be making your guac worse without you realizing it.

    By Stephanie Mee 8 months ago Read More
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