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  • French toast on a plate with berries

    Give French Toast A Sweet Makeover With One Bread Swap

    Brioche, sourdough, white bread ... there are so many options for French toast. But for a little extra sweet and moist tenderness, use this bread instead.

    By S. Ferrari January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Two glasses of beer with salt on rim and lemon wheels

    What Is Beer Salt And How Do You Use It?

    Have you ever considered seasoning your beer? Try adding a sprinkle of beer salt to your next pint! The flavorful seasoning can give your beer a whole new kick.

    By Carly Garber January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Several varieties of fresh mushrooms

    4 Easy Substitutes For Mushrooms In A Recipe

    If you're not a big fan of mushrooms or simply don't have any on hand, fret not. There are plenty of easy substitutes that you can use in their place instead.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Burrata on a plate with a knife and a slice of toast

    The Easy Way To Prepare Burrata You've Probably Never Considered

    Burrata is a delicate creamy cheese that's typically eaten uncooked. However, there is one cooking method that can give burrata a crispy, stringy spin.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Kimchi in bowl

    5 Expert Tips For Making The Ultimate Homemade Kimchi

    If you're ready to try your hand at a homemade batch of kimchi, we have the tips from a professional chef to help you on your way.

    By Jackson Williams January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • burger on cutting board

    The Simple Ice Water Trick To Mellow Raw Onions For Your Burger

    A few rings of fresh onion are among the best toppings for any burger, but raw onion can also be overpowering. This simple ice water trick mellows them out.

    By Lauren Dozier January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • bean soup and bread

    The Common Food Scrap That Will Totally Transform Your Beans

    Hearty and nutritious, it's no wonder that beans are a staple food in many home kitchens. If you want to give your legumes a leg up, use Parmesan rinds.

    By Chloe O'Donnell January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Challah bread with seeds and sprinkles on cookie sheet

    What To Consider When Baking Bread On A Cookie Sheet

    If you don't have or don't want to use a loaf pan to make bread, you can cook the loaf on a cookie sheet. But, keep these things in mind when you do.

    By Chloe O'Donnell January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Whole chicken on grill with corn

    The Right Way To Barbecue A Whole Chicken According To An Expert

    In the kitchen, it helps when you can rely on the wisdom of professionals. Here's how you can barbecue a whole chicken, according to an expert.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • A collection of whisky based drinks

    14 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Crafting Whiskey Cocktails

    Making the perfect whiskey-based cocktail doesn't have to be intimidating. Here are the 14 most common mistakes you can avoid, according to the experts.

    By Emily M Alexander January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • Saffron threads in a spoon

    The Worst Mistake You Can Make When Using Saffron

    Saffron is the world's most expensive spice, taking hundreds of man-hours to harvest. Don't make this major mistake next time you want to use some.

    By Kim Ranjbar January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • Barbecue ribs on a grate with bowl of sauce

    The No-Fail Method Of Rescuing A Slab Of Overly Dry Ribs

    A rack of ribs cooked low and slow is among the tastiest meals you can make, but ribs are also easy to accidentally dry out. Here's how to get moisture back in.

    By S. Ferrari January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • Ina Garten speaking in front of a microphone

    The Flavorful Ingredient Ina Garten Uses To Elevate Carrot Cake Frosting

    Carrot cake has its share of detractors, but it has even more fans, including Ina Garten. Garten even has a special ingredient she uses to elevate her frosting.

    By S. Ferrari January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • Honey glazed sliced ham

    When Is The Best Time To Glaze A Ham?

    Although it may seem the easiest part about making a ham, there's a right and a wrong time to add your glaze to your meat.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • Serving ketchup

    How To Substitute Ketchup For Tomato Sauce

    A good tomato sauce recipe must be in your repertoire, but sometimes you don't have what you need to make it. In these cases, try substituting ketchup.

    By Ashlen Wilder January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • aglio e olio with garlic head, olive oil, chili flakes

    For Next-Level Aglio E Olio, Upgrade Your Garlic

    Aglio e olio is among the simplest pasta dishes you can make since it only has three ingredients, but you can make it next-level with some garlic upgrades.

    By Shriya Swaminathan January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • sliced grilled cheese

    Steam Is The Secret To Flawless Melted Cheese On Literally Any Dish

    A good bit of melty, gooey cheese is among the finest additions you can make to many meals. With a little steam, you can make it melt perfectly every time.

    By Lauren Dozier January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • People in a movie theater with buckets of popcorn

    Here's Why Popcorn Tastes So Much Better At The Movie Theater

    Movie theater popcorn may seem impossible to recreate at home, but it turns out there's one secret ingredient that makes the classic cinema snack special.

    By Jolee Sullivan January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling against red backdrop

    For Easy To Work With Shortbread Dough, Follow Ina Garten's Fool-Proof Tip

    Shortbread may only contain three ingredients, but it can be difficult to attain the perfect texture. This foolproof tip from Ina Garten can help.

    By Julia Mullaney January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Creamy cheese sauce being poured on pasta

    The Chemistry Teacher-Approved Trick For Perfectly Melted Cheese Sauce

    If you want to make the creamiest cheese sauce possible, tap into the magical scientific properties of this key ingredient.

    By Jonathan Kesh January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • White baking soda in wooden bowl

    What's The Difference Between Baking Soda And Baking Powder?

    Kitchen powerhouses baking soda and baking powder look pretty similar, but what's the difference between the two, and how should you use each?

    By Jackson Williams January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Taquitos on a plate

    ​​Turn Frozen Taquitos Into Another Classic Mexican Meal

    Frozen taquitos make for an excellent snack on their own, but you can also transform them into a classic Mexican meal with a few extra ingredients.

    By S. Ferrari January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Sliced red onions

    The Baking Soda Trick That Takes The Intense Bite Out Of Onions

    Raw onions have a sharp, pungent taste that can linger for hours after lunch, but you can easily make it milder. All you need is water and baking soda.

    By Ginny Johnson January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Ambrosia salad topped with cherries.

    Cringeworthy Today, Ambrosia Salad Was Once A Symbol Of Luxury

    Even though it's seen as a bit antiquated and perhaps even a bit outlandish in modern times, ambrosia salad was once a marker of wealth and sophistication.

    By Tim Forster January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Bowl of chili topped with sour cream and cilantro

    The Classic Soda That Brings Depths Of Flavor To Your Chili

    There's nothing silly about an expertly made pot of chili, and if you want to upgrade the classic stew, there's one kind of soda you need to grab.

    By Jessica Santina January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Finger touching electric stove controls

    How To Easily Test Your Broiler For Uneven Hot Spots

    Hot spots (areas in your oven where the heat is higher) can ruin your otherwise perfect bakes. Here's how to test for hot spots in your oven.

    By Raven Brunner January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • yeasted dough

    How To Tell If Your Yeast Is Still Active

    Yeasts are a key ingredient in baking bread and fermenting many dishes, but as living things, they don't last forever. Here's how to tell if yours expired.

    By Chloe O'Donnell January 18th, 2025 Read More
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