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  • Salisbury steak TV dinner with corn
    Kitchen Tools
    Kitchen Tools By Megan Shoop-Volz

    Can Microwave Dinners Be Cooked In An Air Fryer?

    An air fryer can improve almost any sad dish, taking its texture and taste to new heights. Can it also enhance a classic microwave dinner?

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • A bowl of spaghetti aglio olio
    Cooking
    Cooking By S. Ferrari

    The Unexpected Ingredient That Gives You The Best Spaghetti Sauce

    Learn the secret to the perfect spaghetti sauce with this unexpected ingredient. Discover how a simple addition can elevate your dish and enhancing flavor.

    By S. Ferrari Read More
  • High-priced eggs at the grocery store
    Facts
    Facts By Robert Haynes-Peterson

    How Turkey Plans To Aid The US With Rising Egg Prices

    With egg prices skyrocketing in response to bird flu, the country of Turkey has stepped in to help ease the financial pain for American shoppers.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson Read More
  • Costco storefront in Toronto
    Costco
    Costco By Jackson Williams

    How Costco Won The Title Of Canada's Favorite Grocery Store

    In 2024, Costco won the title of Canada's favorite grocery store in Dunnhumby' Retailer Preference Index, and there are plenty of good reasons why.

    By Jackson Williams Read More
  • a stack of ihop pancakes
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Tara Bowen

    Does IHOP Still Give Free Birthday Pancakes?

    Many restaurants offer some kind of free birthday item, with IHOP, at least at one point, offering a stack of pancakes. But does IHOP still offer it?

    By Tara Bowen Read More
  • A carton of brown eggs with two removed to glass bowls
    Cooking
    Cooking By Amber Sutherland-Namako

    Give Your Breakfast An Elegant Touch With Coddled Eggs

    Who needs a poached egg or a scramble when you can have eggs that are coddled? They live up to their name with a velvety texture and runny yolk.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Vanilla beans and bottle of extract
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By S. Ferrari

    How To Store Vanilla Beans To Keep Them Fresh

    Vanilla beans are an incredibly versatile kitchen ingredient, which is why it's important to maximize and prolong their freshness. Here's how to store them.

    By S. Ferrari Read More
  • Two glasses of hot toddies with star anise and cinnamon stick garnish
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Lauren Dozier

    The Secret To Making The Perfect Warm And Soothing Hot Toddy

    When the winter cold comes knocking, there are few cocktails more comforting than the hot toddy. Sip the perfect warm and soothing hot toddy in your own home.

    By Lauren Dozier Read More
  • veggie burger on wooden countertop
    Cooking
    Cooking By Sarah Moore

    12 Best Vegetarian Friendly Burger Alternatives

    The veggie burger has a bit of a bad rap, but it's a great way to eat less meat, provided you know which ingredients will make for a truly enjoyable dish.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • Pouring wine into a pot
    Cooking
    Cooking By S. Ferrari

    This Boozy Cooking Swap Adds Just As Much Flavor Without Wasting Wine

    Wine doesn't last once it's opened. If you only need a splash for a recipe, the rest can easily go to waste. Swap in this flavorful boozy ingredient instead.

    By S. Ferrari Read More
  • Iced tea pitcher with lemons
    Coffee And Tea
    Coffee And Tea By Julia Mullaney

    The Baking Soda Hack For The Clearest, Smoothest Iced Tea

    Iced tea is a tasty and refreshing beverage, but it's tendency to go cloudy in a pitcher can make it look less appetizing. Baking soda is a quick and easy fix.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • bunch of green onions on wooden cutting board
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Amara Michelle

    How To Keep Your Green Onions Fresher For Longer

    Green onions can be a perfect topper for any dish. The only quality the versatile ingredient lacks is that it tends to wilt quickly. Here's how to change that.

    By Amara Michelle Read More
  • Bunches of fresh herbs on wood background
    Tips
    Tips By Eloise Rollins-Fife

    What To Do With Fresh Herbs Before They Spoil

    Fresh herbs are essential to cooking, but unfortunately, they spoil fairly quickly. Luckily, there's lots you can do with them before they go bad.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife Read More
  • Ina Garten and a variety of her favorite products
    Shopping
    Shopping By Zoe Baillargeon

    16 Brands Ina Garten Loves

    Like most chefs, Ina Garten has specific preferences when it comes to cookware, kitchen tools, and ingredients. Here are 16 brands she loves (and uses).

    By Zoe Baillargeon Read More
  • Person grating cheese onto pasta
    Kitchen Tools
    Kitchen Tools By Robert Haynes-Peterson

    It's Time To Stop Overlooking The Star-Shaped Side Of Your Box Grater And Learn To Use It

    Though you may think you're getting the most out of your box grater, you might be ignoring one of its handiest features: the star-shaped zester.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson Read More
  • McDonald's double cheeseburger with the bun removed to show the pickles
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Betsy Parks

    A Former McDonald's Chef Says This Store-Bought Brand Tastes Just Like McDonald's Pickles

    McDonald's fans who love the fast food chain's pickles should seek out this brand of fermented cucumbers to according to a former Golden Arches chef.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • A Trader Joe's bakery section.
    Trader Joe's
    Trader Joe's By Amber Sutherland-Namako

    The Trader Joe's Cake Hack For Easy Petit Fours

    Trader Joe's is there for you in so many creations, and another hack is turning a few key ingredients into delicious petit fours for your next party.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Nespresso coffee maker with a small glass of coffee next to a bowl of coffee pods
    Coffee And Tea
    Coffee And Tea By Crystal Antonace

    Nespresso Vs. Keurig: What's The Difference Between The Two?

    Two brands dominate the single-serving coffee market - Keurig and Nespresso. Before buying a machine, it's important to know more about each one.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • White bowl of butterscotch chips
    Baking
    Baking By S. Ferrari

    Why Your Butterscotch Chips Aren't Melting Properly

    Butterscotch chips may look just like chocolate chips, but they don't always act like them. Here's why you may have trouble melting butterscotch.

    By S. Ferrari Read More
  • Pan frying whole, seasoned fish
    Cooking
    Cooking By Kim Ranjbar

    Size Matters When It Comes To Pan-Frying Fish

    Fan-frying fish can be tricky - getting the perfectly-cooked fish might even seem impossible. But thickness matters, and we spoke to an expert to explain why.

    By Kim Ranjbar Read More
  • Two slices of Cuban sandwich leaning on each other on a table with another sandwich and mustard
    Grilling And Smoking
    Grilling And Smoking By Molly Wilson

    Is There A 'Right' Cut Of Pork For A Traditional Cuban Sandwich?

    Traditional Cuban sandwiches are made of pork, ham, cheese, pickles, and mustard. But which cut of pork is best for a traditional Cubano sandwich?

    By Molly Wilson Read More
  • Frozen chicken meat vacuum packed in plastic
    Food Science
    Food Science By Kim Ranjbar

    How To Thaw Chicken Quickly And Safely (Without Using The Microwave)

    Defrosting chicken quickly while still keeping it palatable is a delicate balancing act. This method is fast and safe and it doesn't require a microwave.

    By Kim Ranjbar Read More
  • Closeup of a wedge of blue cheese on a wooden board with rosemary sprigs
    Cooking
    Cooking By Nikki Cervone

    11 Unexpected Uses For Blue Cheese

    Blue cheese is a more versatile ingredient than you might think, making plenty of dishes more delicious. These are the most unexpected uses for blue cheese.

    By Nikki Cervone Read More
  • Trader Joe's Peanut Butter Pretzels bag
    Trader Joe's
    Trader Joe's By Ashlen Wilder

    Why There's So Much Drama Around Trader Joe's Peanut Butter Pretzels

    From lawsuits to supplier switches, the peanut butter pretzels from Trader Joe's have seen it all. Here's why they taste so different now.

    By Ashlen Wilder Read More
  • Extra cheesy hasselback potatoes in serving dish on table with cheese,thyme, and chives
    Side Dish Recipes By Julie Kinnaird

    Extra Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes Recipe

    This recipe for extra cheesy Hasselback potatoes turns a sophisticated classic into the ultimate comfort food, tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.

    Read More
  • Peeled apples
    Tips
    Tips By Ashlen Wilder

    How To Turn Apple Peels Into The Perfect Salad Topping

    Instead of tossing your leftover apple peels into the compost, consider turning them into a bright, crunchy topping for your next salad.

    By Ashlen Wilder Read More
  • Limes sliced in half with bowl in background
    Cooking
    Cooking By Kim Ranjbar

    How To Cut Limes To Extract The Most Juice Possible

    If you want the maximum amount of juice from your limes, odds are that you're probably cutting them the wrong way. Here's how to cut limes the right way.

    By Kim Ranjbar Read More
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