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  • A glass mug of spiked hot apple cider

    Elevate Spiked Cider With A Simple Toasty Trick

    Offering the charm of rich apple flavor and warm booze, spiked apple cider can be elevated with one simple trick.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Gift basket assortment

    Which Holiday Gift Basket From Costco Has The Best Value?

    This highly-rated holiday gift basket at Costco offers a little something for everyone and is currently listed at a great price point.

    By Ashlen Wilder December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Spoon scooping used coffee grounds out of a glass mug

    8 Clever Ways To Reuse Leftover Coffee Grounds

    Throwing something away feels like a waste, and there are plenty of good reasons why you might think twice before you chuck your leftover coffee grounds.

    By Alysa Salzberg December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Vegetable and bean soup

    Revive Leftovers By Turning Them Into Hearty Soup

    Leftovers can be a little boring on their own. Turn them into a soup instead for more excitment and deliciousness.

    By S. Ferrari December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling in front of poinsettias

    Martha Stewart's Favorite Way To Drink Wine Involves A Faux Pas

    Martha Stewart, the queen of good taste, has a rather unorthodox way that she likes to drink her glass of Chardonnay.

    By Ashlen Wilder December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Dried fruit in bowls

    Keep Dried Fruit Fresher Longer By Storing It In The Proper Place

    Though it's considered a shelf-stable ingredient, dried fruit still needs to be stored in the proper place for peak freshness.

    By Shawna Schofield December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • A cup of warm hot chocolate, cocoa powder, and melted chocolate in a bowl

    10 Genius Hacks For Restaurant-Quality Hot Chocolate

    We reached out to several chefs and chocolatiers to see if we could discover some secret restaurant hacks to make a better quality cup of hot cocoa at home.

    By Taylor Murray December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • person picking out pineapple at store

    How To Pick The Best Pineapple At The Store Using A Simple Test

    Pineapple does not continue to ripen once it is plucked off the tree. That's why it's important to test it at the store and pick the ripest one from the get-go.

    By Greta Pano December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Adding milk foam to a latte

    How To Make Perfect Lattes At Home Without A Fancy Machine

    Don't have fancy espresso machines with steam wands or snazzy milk frothers? No problem! You can still foam milk at home for perfectly silky lattes.

    By Shawna Schofield December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • A person washing broccoli in a sink

    How To Thoroughly Clean Broccoli With What You Have In The Pantry

    Broccoli is full of nooks and crannies that hide dust, dirt, and bugs. Luckily, the one thing that you need to clean it thoroughly is right in your pantry.

    By Shawna Schofield December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowls filled with different types of dried pasta

    What To Keep In Mind When Pairing Sauce With Fresh Pasta Vs Dried

    Fresh and dried pasta have different characteristics which determine their texture, flavor, cook time, and, more importantly, what sauce they pair best with.

    By S. Ferrari December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Outdoor cooking necessities for camping

    Cooking Hacks You Should Know Before Your Next Camping Trip

    Camp cooking might seem like a hassle, but with a few nifty tricks, you'll be scrambling eggs, roasting marshmallows, and cooking gourmet meals with ease.

    By Buffy Naillon December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • people pulling out slices of takeout pizza from a box

    The Easy Way To Make Takeout Pizza Feel Fresh From The Kitchen

    Looking for ways to give your takeout pizza a fresh-out-the-oven flair? These simple upgrades will take it to delicious new heights.

    By Jolee Sullivan December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Molcajete with guacamole next to a bowl of tortilla chips

    Why You Shouldn't Use Soap To Wash Your Molcajete

    Ready to clean your molcajete after pounding together a fresh batch of guacamole or tangy salsa? Make sure to stay far away from soap when doing so.

    By Ashlen Wilder December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Headshot of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.

    The Convenient Reason Gordon Ramsay Cuts Bell Peppers Upside Down

    Whether you're slicing bell peppers for fajitas or snacking, simplify your veggie prep with this easy, mess-saving trick from celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Broken pieces of chocolate bar

    Why You Should Be Skeptical Of Grand Cru Chocolate

    Though it may call to mind the finest bottles of wine, the term Grand Cru means something quite different in the realm of chocolate.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Soju being poured into shot glass

    Why Soju Isn't A Worthy Swap For Sake In Recipes

    Soju and sake are similar in several ways, but that doesn't mean they're interchangable. Here's why you shouldn't swap them.

    By Carly Garber December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring water into coffee grounds

    The Best Type Of Water For Your Home-Brewed Coffee

    Making coffee at home is convenient, but it can also be tricky if you don't have access to the right type of water. Here's what to know, according to an expert.

    By Jonathan Kesh December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands making pizza dough with ingedients

    The Liquid To Always Keep In Your Workspace When Stretching Pizza Dough

    If you're struggling with particularly sticky pizza dough, skip the all-purpose flour and reach for this ingredient instead.

    By Chloe O'Donnell December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Two sunny side up eggs on a plate with bacon

    The Worst Mistake To Make When You're Trying To Perfect Sunny Side Up Eggs

    If you prefer your eggs to be sunny side up, there's a crucial cooking mistake that may be keeping you from restaurant-worthy eggs.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • A chef using chopsticks to prepare bowls

    5 Ways You Aren't Using Chopsticks But Should Be

    Though commonly confined to the realm of dining out at an Asian restaurant, the versatile design of chopsticks makes them useful for a number of tasks.

    By Shawna Schofield December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Spatchcocked chicken on a sheet pan with fruits

    Spatchcocking Is The Chicken Prep Trick You Need For Crispy Skin

    Spatchcocking isn't some newfangled fad. In fact, it's utilized by some of the best cooks in the world. Here's how it improves your chicken.

    By Jessica Riggio December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Pulling pizza slice from pizza

    Why Too Many Toppings Will Ruin Your Thin Crust Pizza

    If you're ordering or making thin-crust pizza, you'll want to be careful about the number of toppings you choose. Otherwise, your slice could be a flop.

    By Julia Mullaney December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • creamy macaroni and cheese

    Cooking Pasta In Milk Has Its Benefits, But There's A Catch

    Though cooking your pasta in milk can create the creamiest dish, there are a few rules you'll need to follow to ensure the best results.

    By Jolee Sullivan December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Person cutting garlic cloves

    The Intensity Of Garlic's Flavor Depends On How You Chop It

    Did you know that garlic's potency depends on how much you chop it? Read on to learn when to slice, mince, or crush garlic and when to leave it whole.

    By Shawna Schofield December 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Fresh ginger root and a bowl of powdered ginger on the side

    Ground Ginger Vs Fresh Ginger: Which One Is More Potent?

    Fresh and ground ginger have different levels of potency. Make your choice depending on how much of ginger's zingy kick you want in your recipe.

    By S. Ferrari December 15th, 2024 Read More
  • a pile of brown rice

    The Trick That'll Cut Down On The Time It Takes To Cook Brown Rice

    Nutty and nutritious brown rice can take ages to fully cook through, but there is one simple trick that can cut that time in half.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz December 15th, 2024 Read More
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