Your Freezer Is The Key To Cracking Open Coconuts
Opening a coconut often requires an array of tools, a lot of hacking, and sheer force. But there is one little trick that can make the job easier.
Read MoreOpening a coconut often requires an array of tools, a lot of hacking, and sheer force. But there is one little trick that can make the job easier.
Read MoreDon't have any tamarind paste in your kitchen? Here's how to substitute its sweet and sour flavor using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.
Read MoreWhen the same old boring bowl of greens has got you down in the dumps, don't despair. A beer-infused dressing will lead you to serious salad salvation.
Read MoreVegan buttercream is a delicious alternative, but it can be easy to split for several reasons. Thankfully, a simple tip makes splitting less likely.
Read MoreThere are many ways to cook steaks besides medium rare. Making steak black and blue is among the more unique methods, but what exactly does black and blue mean?
Read MoreBeer is a surprisingly versatile ingredient, able to add deep flavor and improve texture. If you don't have any, or don't like it, here are some simple swaps.
Read MoreA good fruit pie is one of the tastiest desserts known to man, but the juicest fruits often make for a runny pie. This thickening tip helps avoid this issue.
Read MoreA good, old-fashioned pot roast is a simple yet delicious meal. Many people use their own combination of seasonings, but which seasonings actually belong?
Read MoreFresh and dried herbs are great ways to add color, flavor, and aroma to your dishes, but choosing one over the other depends on the recipe and cooking process.
Read MoreIf you're looking for a way to make your typical bean salad extra dense, then there's one canned food item that you need to rely on for flavor and texture.
Read MoreEven if you have heard of burgoo before, you might not know what's in it. Here are all the essential details about this unique regional dish.
Read MoreFeeling snubbed at the dinner table? Take frozen pizza from store-bought to restaurant-quality with evenly proportioned slices and interesting toppings.
Read MoreBrowning ground beef is an important step for many dishes that adds flavor and texture. The process is usually aided with oil, but do you actually need any?
Read MoreA well-buttered hunk of corn on the cob is among the simplest, most delicious treats to make. Next time, instead of using a knife, use bread to butter it.
Read MoreCanned vegetables are very convenient to use, but they can also be bland and laced with a metallic flavor. Here's how to make those canned veggies taste better.
Read MoreElderberries contain toxic properties that can lead to adverse side effects. Thankfully, you can still safely eat these sweet and sour berries. Here's how.
Read MoreEven if you've heard of them before, you might not know just what chicken oysters are, exactly, or what to do with them. Here's what to know.
Read MoreThe late, great chef and TV personality Anthony Bourdain was nothing if not generous with his vast cooking knowledge. Here's his fluffy scrambled egg technique.
Read MoreWhen you're faced with a heaping helping of leftover turkey, here's how to fix up that fabulous fowl a sensational dish in the style of carnitas.
Read MoreIf you're making pizza at home and don't have any tomatoes or canned sauce available, you can turn to that trusty bottle of ketchup in your fridge.
Read MoreYou may not think twice about how you chop the veggies for your salad. But if you want a more balanced bite in each forkful, consider prepping them this way.
Read MoreTuna salad is delicious on a sandwich or on its own, but there are some mistakes you should avoid. Find out how to fix the mistakes to make a better tuna salad.
Read MoreWhen building your perfect burger, don't shy away from using lettuce as a topping. Here is why those leafy greens are so essential to your beef sandwich.
Read MoreUsing herbs is a great way to enhance your cooking, but there are some things you should keep in mind when substituting dry for the fresh kind.
Read MoreIf you think you've heard of every last way to upgrade a grilled cheese, the Barefoot Contessa may have you think again with this sweet and spicy addition.
Read MoreWhen you're intent on making chicken soup, there is one cut of the bird that stands above the rest, and it is not the popular white meat breast.
Read MoreEver followed a recipe that asked you to sift flour and wondered if you could get away with ignoring the pesky step? Here's why you might not want to skip it.
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