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  • Creamy cheese sauce being poured on pasta
    Tips
    Tips By Jonathan Kesh January 18th, 2025

    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
    Baking
    Baking By Jackson Williams January 18th, 2025

    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
  • Pan of shepherd's pie casserole
    Cooking
    Cooking By Buffy Naillon January 18th, 2025

    The Unexpected Cheesy Upgrade Your Shepherd's Pie Deserves

    If you want to seriously improve the taste of your shepherd's pie, you only need to add one totally unexpected ingredient to your mashed potatoes.

    By Buffy Naillon January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Whole chicken with bundle of herbs in a smoker
    Grilling And Smoking
    Grilling And Smoking By Allison Lindsey January 18th, 2025

    How Long Does It Take To Smoke A Chicken?

    The next time you want to cook a whole chicken, turn to your smoker to make a tender bird with crispy skin and smoky flavor. Here's how long it'll take.

    By Allison Lindsey January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Kirkland milk at Costco
    Costco
    Costco By Shawna Schofield January 18th, 2025

    Why You Should Avoid Buying Milk At Costco

    Though there are many great deals to be found at Costco, the store's milk is one you should probably avoid completely.

    By Shawna Schofield January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Bacon, egg, cheese on bagel
    Cooking
    Cooking By Julia Mullaney January 18th, 2025

    How To Give Your Bacon, Egg, And Cheese Sandwich An Extra Boost Of Flavor

    Bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches are delicious on their own, but you can amp them up even further by trying this simple prep twist.

    By Julia Mullaney January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Taquitos on a plate
    How-To
    How-To By S. Ferrari January 18th, 2025

    ​​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
  • slice of carrot cake on white plate
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Raven Brunner January 18th, 2025

    A Simple Storage Mistake Is Ruining Your Cake's Freshness

    For the freshest cake possible, you need to reconsider where you should be storing your unfrosted or sliced cakes.

    By Raven Brunner January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Sliced red onions
    Tips
    Tips By Ginny Johnson January 18th, 2025

    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
  • A cook stirring gravy on the stove
    Cooking
    Cooking By Tim Forster January 18th, 2025

    What's The Difference Between Gravy And Demi-Glace?

    Gravy and demi-glace are both delicious sauces that add flavor and moisture to your meals. While they do share similarities, they're different where it counts.

    By Tim Forster January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Egg bacon and cheese breakfast sandwich
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Raven Brunner January 18th, 2025

    The Best Fast Food Breakfast Sandwich, Hands Down

    After trying 11 fast food breakfast sandwiches, we were surprised to find this one, from a chain with an inventive breakfast menu, was the best.

    By Raven Brunner January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Ambrosia salad topped with cherries.
    Facts
    Facts By Tim Forster January 18th, 2025

    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
  • Five bottles of bourbon whiskey lined up in front of a barrel
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Emily M Alexander January 18th, 2025

    12 Bourbons You Should Leave On The Shelf

    Whether due to a higher, unjustified price point, poor quality, or popularity gained through marketing gimmicks alone, some bourbons just don't measure up.

    By Emily M Alexander January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Couple ordering from a waiter at an outdoor restaurant
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Ilene V. Smith January 18th, 2025

    The Right Way To Order Off-Menu At A Restaurant

    Making a special request at a restaurant can be a hit-or-miss endeavor. To improve your success rate, keep these tips in mind when ordering off-menu.

    By Ilene V. Smith January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • A bowl of beef stir-fry with rice
    Cooking
    Cooking By Buffy Naillon January 18th, 2025

    The Meat Serving Hack That Saves You Money

    Meat lovers may consider this hack a sacrilege. But it's actually a tasty and inexpensive way to eat, even for the most carnivorous of carnivores.

    By Buffy Naillon January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Papa John's branded cup, box, plate, and seasoning packets
    Pizzerias
    Pizzerias By Ashlen Wilder January 18th, 2025

    Papa Johns Is Struggling: How It Plans To Make A Comeback

    Like many other restaurant chains, Papa John's has been on a downturn. It recently announced a plan to reinvigorate its business and offerings in 2025.

    By Ashlen Wilder January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Corn cob with cotija cheese and lime
    Facts
    Facts By Ilene V. Smith January 18th, 2025

    Cotija Vs Parmesan: What's The Difference?

    All cheese deserves a seat at the table, but cotija and Parmesan enjoy particular fame. Here's what makes each of these umami bombs totally unique.

    By Ilene V. Smith January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Chef Gordon Ramsay at an event in front of neon lights
    Cooking
    Cooking By Robert Haynes-Peterson January 18th, 2025

    The Flavor-Packed Pepper Gordon Ramsay Uses To Transform Roast Chicken

    If it's Gordon Ramsay, you know it's not gonna be boring. Here's how the chef pumps up a peppery roast chicken with a totally transforming ingredient.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Bowl of chili topped with sour cream and cilantro
    Tips
    Tips By Jessica Santina January 18th, 2025

    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
  • Cheese curds in a wooden bowl
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Shawna Schofield January 18th, 2025

    Can You Freeze Cheese Curds?

    Cheese curds are some of the freshest cheese you'll eat, and you can keep them fresh for even longer if you preserve them the right way. Here's what to know.

    By Shawna Schofield January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Reaching into popcorn bucket at the movies
    Facts
    Facts By Georgina Jedikovska January 18th, 2025

    Is It Illegal To Sneak Candy Into A Movie Theater?

    Nothing tastes like malted, sour, gummy, goobery, minty candy from home. Learn the rules about sneaking snacks into the movies, and break them if you dare.

    By Georgina Jedikovska January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Finger touching electric stove controls
    Tips
    Tips By Raven Brunner January 18th, 2025

    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
  • Man ordering from French McDonald's kiosk
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Sarah Lintakoon January 18th, 2025

    You'll Have To Fly To France To Try McDonald's Most Expensive Item

    McDonald's in France is unique for many reasons. Perhaps most notably, they serve the world's most expensive McDonald's burger. Find out what's on it.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Full crust apple pie resting on an oven rack
    Baking
    Baking By S. Ferrari January 18th, 2025

    The Best Way To Reheat Apple Pie For Later

    Nothing beats apple pie straight outta the oven. Take your leftover slice from meh to yeah using the only reheating method that feels freshly baked.

    By S. Ferrari January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Two glasses of white wine, olives, and bread
    Beer And Wine
    Beer And Wine By Layne Randolph January 18th, 2025

    What To Consider When Shopping For Sweet White Wine

    Whether you're looking for dry and fruity, or actual cherry pie in a bottle, here's how to land a white wine that perfectly suits your sweet tooth.

    By Layne Randolph January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Costco bakery department with a variety of packaged baked goods
    Costco
    Costco By Tysen Ling January 18th, 2025

    10 Costco Bakery Facts Only Super Fans Would Know

    From its famous pumpkin pies to full refunds and free cookies for kids, we've got all the insider info you need on Costco's bakery department.

    By Tysen Ling January 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Starbucks matcha drink with whipped cream
    Coffee Shops
    Coffee Shops By Sarah Lintakoon January 18th, 2025

    What Type Of Matcha Does Starbucks Use?

    You probably won't be enjoying a tea ceremony in the middle of Starbucks, but you can taste the ceremonial tea leaves with Starbucks' new matcha.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 18th, 2025 Read More
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