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19 Things To Cook If You're Worried About Cyclospora

staff@thetakeout.com (Holly Riddle) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:40:00 +0000

Cyclospora has been sweeping grocery stores and headlines across the country. If you're wondering what to do with your produce, these recipes minimize risks.

The Easy And Cheap Dessert That Only Requires 2 Ingredients

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0000

If you've got a sweet tooth bothering you but you don't want to spend too much time or money making a dessert, these two ingredients are all you need.

The Hands-Down Easiest 3-Ingredient Brownies Get A Big Assist From Nutella

staff@thetakeout.com (Kristen Pizzo) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000

These brownies only require three simple ingredients, and no, they are not made using a store-bought boxed mix. Nutella is the secret ingredient.

Give Baked Potatoes 10x More Flavor With This Canned Soup

staff@thetakeout.com (Maria Scinto) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000

A canned soup may not be the first topping you think of when it comes to finishing off a steaming baked potato, but maybe this one should be.

Forget Cupcake Liners, This Whimsical Swap Turns Cake Into 'Ice Cream'

staff@thetakeout.com (Kristen Pizzo) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:20:00 +0000

Turn cupcakes into a delightful treat with this simple, ice cream-inspired swap. This trick is easy, affordable, and creates a super fun, kid-friendly dessert.

For Better Lasagna, Add A Pinch Of This Pantry Staple (Just Trust Us)

staff@thetakeout.com (Sarah Sierra-Mohamed) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Home cooks testing the many lasagna recipes out there all have one goal: better lasagna. But all they need is a touch of this pantry staple, per this expert.

Forget Red Pepper Flakes, This Trick Makes Pizza Even Spicier

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Pizza toppings are an incredibly important part of any pie, but instead of sprinkling on red pepper flakes (again), there's an even spicier option.

The Ina Garten Baked Dish Stanley Tucci Is 'Obsessed' With

staff@thetakeout.com (Moriah House) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Stanley Tucci didn't make his name on food, but it's no secret he's a lover of good Italian dishes and this one from Ina Garten has inspired an obsession.

Give This Side Dish The Smash Treatment (You Won't Regret It)

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Look beyond straightforward roasting, sauteeing, and frying when it comes to side dishes. Take this one extra step for way better texture and flavor.

The 10 Most Overrated Bakery Items At Costco

staff@thetakeout.com (Kylie Werner) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:40:00 +0000

There's a huge assortment of bakery items at Costco, but not all products are a hit with members. These are some of the items you may wish to skip.

Skip The Stovetop: Oven Caramelized Onions Are The Easiest Hands-Off Method Ever

staff@thetakeout.com (Jessica Riggio) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

The stovetop is the more typical place where people make caramelized onions, but it's not the only options. Oven caramelized onions are more hands-off.

The Plastic Tool You Need To Serve Sheet Cake Like A Bakery Pro

staff@thetakeout.com (Haley McNamara) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Most people don't want the responsibility of serving cake at a party, sheet cake or not, but this plastic tool will make the job a lot easier.

Turn Boxed Cake Mix Into A Bakery-Level Dessert With Just 3 Easy Steps

staff@thetakeout.com (Moriah House) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Boxed cake mixes are a great option for any home baker looking to throw together something special, but you should be upgrading it with these simple steps.

Boxed Cake Mix Reaches Bakery-Level With One Simple Adjustment

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:20:00 +0000

Boxed cake mixes yield a pretty good final product, but with this simple adjustment, it can be so much better. Here's what a baking expert recommends.

Make Pigs In A Blanket 10X Better With This Crescent Roll Swap

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

While you might not associate this type of bread with pigs in a blanket, using it to replace crescent rolls is actually a pretty clever idea.

Butter Or Margarine? Here's What's Better For Flavorful, Moist Cakes

staff@thetakeout.com (Brian Udall) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Though both can be purchased in foil- or paper-wrapped sticks, butter and margarine are not equivalent when it comes to baking homemade cakes.

Why Baked Potatoes Explode In The Oven And How To Prevent It

staff@thetakeout.com (Jonathan Kesh) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Potatoes shouldn't explode, and yet, under the wrong conditions, they'll definitely detonate in your oven. Unless, of course, you take this necessary step.

This Walmart Find Makes For A Perfect 4th Of July Cake Stand (And It's Just $14)

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000

If you're looking for ways to spruce up your Fourth of July food and drink spread, this Walmart cake stand is fun, thematically appropriate, and affordable.

Ötzi The 5,300-Year-Old Iceman Helped Scientists Bake Sourdough (With His Guts)

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:49:46 +0000

In another episode of scientists doing things that makes normal people scratch their head, a research team has made a loaf of sourdough using an ancient mummy.

If You Grew Up Eating This Simple Pie, You Might Be A Boomer

staff@thetakeout.com (Jessica Riggio) — Sat, 30 May 2026 00:20:00 +0000

This simple pie was very trendy back in the 20th century, which means you may be a boomer if you have fond memories of eating it growing up.