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  • Woman holds dirty sponge with plates in background
    Cleaning
    Cleaning By Megan Lim

    Give Old Kitchen Sponges A New Lease On Life With This Simple Hack

    Before you throw away your used and presumably dirty kitchen sponges, consider this hack that can allow you to maximize their usefulness a little longer.

    By Megan Lim Read More
  • A stack of different Trader Joe's seasonings bottles against a white backdrop
    Trader Joe's
    Trader Joe's By Zoe Baillargeon

    13 Trader Joe's Seasonings That Deserve A Spot In Your Spice Cabinet

    Trader Joe's is renowned for its unique, delicious store brand foods. Here are 13 of its seasonings that deserve a spot in your spice cabinet.

    By Zoe Baillargeon Read More
  • Bottles of Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce on a grocery store shelf
    Facts
    Facts By Betsy Parks

    The Key Ingredient In Sweet Baby Ray's Is Another Name-Brand Sauce

    We don't know the exact secret recipe for Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce, but we do know what gives this store-bought favorite its spicy kick.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • Triple anise chicken salad with fennel fronds and biscuits on serving plate
    Chicken and Poultry Recipes By Julie Kinnaird

    Triple Anise Chicken Salad Recipe

    Level up your boring chicken salad with tarragon, fennel, tart cherries, and crunchy walnuts, for a simple yet sophisticated salad or sandwich filling.

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  • glass of chocolate milk with straw
    Drinks
    Drinks By Raven Brunner

    Why Does Store-Bought Chocolate Milk Taste So Much Better Than Homemade?

    Have you ever noticed that store-bought chocolate milk tastes much better than the kind you make at home? Here's why that tends to be the case.

    By Raven Brunner Read More
  • Margarita with a lime wedge
    Drinks
    Drinks By Julia Mullaney

    Can You Use Margarita Mix Without Tequila, Or Will It Ruin Your Drink?

    If you're in possession of some margarita mix but there's nary a tequila bottle in sight, you might be wondering whether you can still enjoy a tasty cocktail.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • A Big Mac in a customer's hand at McDonald's
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Raven Brunner

    Hack Your Way To An Even Better McDonald's Big Mac With This Burger Swap

    Want to build an even better Big Mac? Try this TikTok-inspired McDonald's burger hack for a truly inspired fast food delight.

    By Raven Brunner Read More
  • Various prepped and frozen food in bags, with an open bag of frozen shredded cheese in the middle
    Food Science
    Food Science By Nikki Cervone

    The Best Types Of Cheese To Freeze — And How To Do It Right

    Not all cheeses should be frozen, because the process could greatly diminish the cheese's quality. But certain types are more suitable for freezing than others.

    By Nikki Cervone Read More
  • Fresh pasta packaged for the grocery store.
    Shopping Tips
    Shopping Tips By Betsy Parks

    Are There Preservatives In Store-Bought Fresh Pasta?

    Next time you're at the grocery to buy some store-bought fresh pasta, you'll want to closely check the ingredients to see if the item comes with preservatives.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • Large plate of raw oysters and champagne
    Cooking
    Cooking By Nikita Ephanov

    Boost Your Oyster Experience Into The Bougiest Realm Possible With This Topping

    A raw oyster on the half shell is already a delectable bite, but why not gild the lily? This is the oyster topping you need when you're feeling extra fancy.

    By Nikita Ephanov Read More
  • vacuum sealed cheese a in freezer
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Jolee Sullivan

    How To Thaw Frozen Cheese For The Freshest Flavor And Best Texture

    If you're looking for a longer-term storage solution, you can freeze cheese. But, you need to be careful how you bring it back to life when you need it again.

    By Jolee Sullivan Read More
  • A kitchen counter with small appliances
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Betsy Parks

    The Simple Way To Prevent Long Kitchen Appliance Cords From Getting In The Way

    Long kitchen cords can be annoying and hazardous if they clutter your kitchen counter. Try this trick if you want to keep those appliance cords neat and tidy.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • Jersey Mike's sandwiches and drink
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Jessica Riggio

    What Kind Of Steak Does Jersey Mike's Use In Its Subs?

    Jersey Mike's is known for offering a wide variety of subs in its menu, including several cheesesteaks. But just what kind of steak does the restaurant use?

    By Jessica Riggio Read More
  • Dolly Parton smiles on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Aspen Oblewski

    The Restaurant Chain That Helped Dolly Parton Win A Grammy

    In 2017, Dolly Parton finally won a Grammy for her hit track "Jolene," and it was thanks in part to this one restaurant chain.

    By Aspen Oblewski Read More
  • Cold cut deli meat on wooden cutting board
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Allison Lindsey

    Can You Freeze Deli Meat?

    Like other fridge staples, deli meat doesn't last forever. Unopened deli meat packages generally stay fresh for up to two weeks, but can they be frozen?

    By Allison Lindsey Read More
  • Various hard seltzers on store shelves
    Shopping
    Shopping By Robert Haynes-Peterson

    This Store-Brand Hard Seltzer Was One Of The Best We Tried

    There are so many different hard seltzers out there, but it turns out that one of the best cans to crush comes from a store brand. Here's what to know.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson Read More
  • An abundance of breakfast food on wooden table
    Food History
    Food History By Megan Shoop-Volz

    The Difference Between An American And Full English Breakfast

    You've probably heard of a "full English" breakfast, but what comes included in the meal? Here's how this classic U.K. dish differs from an American breakfast.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • three milkshake flavors on table
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Allison Lindsey

    Why Bourbon Is An Ideal Booze For Milkshakes

    Arguably, the only thing better than ice cream is sippable ice cream. The only thing better than sippable ice cream? Spiked sippable ice cream.

    By Allison Lindsey Read More
  • Baba ganoush dip and pita bread
    Cooking
    Cooking By Ginny Johnson

    For The Best Baba Ganoush, Your Serving Temperature Matters

    If you've spent the time and energy to make baba ganoush from scratch, don't do that delicious dip a disservice by serving it incorrectly. Here's what to know.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • A bowl of oatmeal topped with blueberries and bananas
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Andy Hume

    How Long Does Cooked Oatmeal Last In The Fridge?

    Making a big batch of hearty oatmeal may sound like a great idea for meal prep, but will it actually still be good to eat by the end of the week?

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • Stovetop macaroni and cheese
    Cooking
    Cooking By Ginny Johnson

    The Browned Butter Upgrade You Need To Try With Boxed Mac And Cheese

    There's one flavorful trick for upgrading your mac and cheese that doesn't require a single extra ingredient or even an extra pan: browned butter.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • A tipped-over bowl of sugar has a wooden spoon next to it.
    Baking
    Baking By Tim Forster

    When's The Right Time To Use Caster Sugar In A Recipe?

    If you're getting ready to take on a complicated baking project, it might be a good idea to become familiar with caster sugar beforehand.

    By Tim Forster Read More
  • Bowl of salsa with tortilla chip next to basket of tortilla chips
    Cooking
    Cooking By Ilene V. Smith

    The Traditional Mexican Salsa That's Spiked, Smoky, And Flavorful

    There are many ways to make a delicious Mexican salsa, but one type in particular gets its bold flavors from an unexpected, boozy ingredient.

    By Ilene V. Smith Read More
  • Chef Giada de Laurentiis smiling
    Cooking
    Cooking By Aspen Oblewski

    The Unexpected Food You'll Never Catch Giada De Laurentiis Eating

    Giada de Laurentiis may love Italian cuisine, but there's one commonly used Italian ingredient that she never eats, though she does still cook with it.

    By Aspen Oblewski Read More
  • Biscuits on parchment paper
    Tips
    Tips By Jackson Williams

    What's The Best Way To Reheat Leftover Biscuits?

    Biscuits, those hearty breakfast partners, can be finicky if reheated. Thankfully, there are some foolproof ways to restore your biscuits to their flaky glory.

    By Jackson Williams Read More
  • Bag of ketchup chips
    Facts
    Facts By Hilary Wheelan Remley

    Are Ketchup Chips Only Available In Canada?

    Ketchup chips have the reputation of being a uniquely Canadian treat, but are these snacks actually exclusively available in the Great White North?

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • The buffet at a KFC restaurant
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Hilary Wheelan Remley

    Do KFC Buffet Locations Still Exist?

    There once was a time when most fast food restaurants had a buffet, and KFC was the king of them all. But these days, it's hard to find one.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
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