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  • hand opening microwave door

    5 Ways To Easily Clean Your Grimy Microwave

    If you're not cleaning your microwave regularly, grime is inevitable. Over time, it can get pretty gross. Luckily, there are some easy cleaning methods.

    By Maria Scinto 12 months ago Read More
  • Close up of a fish head on ice

    Don't Throw Out Your Fish Heads, Cook With Them Instead

    Unlike the rest of the world, Americans tend to throw out the fish head when cooking, but it doesn't need to be this way. You don't know what you're missing.

    By Jonita Davis 12 months ago Read More
  • Crispy cooked bacon in a cast iron skillet

    Prevent Annoying Bacon Grease Splatters With An Easy Addition

    There is an easy way to fry bacon without getting grease splatters all over your stovetop. All it takes is one simple addition.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 12 months ago Read More
  • A person stirring noodles with wooden chopsticks.

    It's Time To Start Cooking With Chopsticks

    Put aside your wooden spoons, silicone spatulas, and metal whisks. Cooking chopsticks are the only utensil you need to perform an array of culinary tasks.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 12 months ago Read More
  • A carton of pasteurized eggs close to the camera.

    How Do They Pasteurize Eggs Without Cooking Them?

    Pasteurizing food involves heating it to temperatures that kill bacteria. Given that they are heated, how are raw eggs pasteurized without becoming cooked?

    By Erica Martinez 12 months ago Read More
  • Blocks of milk chocolate stacked on top of one another.

    How To Prevent The Chocolate In Your Kitchen From Going Bad

    If you have plenty of chocolate in your kitchen, keeping it fresh can be a real issue. How and where you store it depends on what type of chocolate it is.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 12 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a burger.

    The Burger Bun Swap You Won't Regret Trying

    A well-topped burger is a thing of beauty. At least, until you try to eat it. If your toppings keep slipping out, it's time to swap your burger bun.

    By Jonita Davis 12 months ago Read More
  • Country-fried steak with brownish gravy, potatoes, and asparagus.

    What Does Country-Fried Steak Or Chicken Actually Mean?

    The term "country-fried" isn't a marketing gimmick. Hailing from the South, it actually refers to a cooking and serving method for fried chicken and steak.

    By Joe Hoeffner 12 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain speaking in Les Halles chef outfit

    Anthony Bourdain Never Cracked Eggs In Advance, And For Good Reason

    If you've got a big group to cook for, you may be tempted to save some time by pre-cracking your eggs. Here's why Anthony Bourdain was against it.

    By Stephen Bradley 12 months ago Read More
  • Boxes of cake mix at the supermarket

    Wake Up The Taste Of Bland Boxed Cake With A Flavorful Addition

    Store-bought boxed cake can be good, albeit a bit too simple in the taste department. However, all you need is one ingredient to make things more flavorful.

    By Mariana Zapata 12 months ago Read More
  • A restaurant worker flips a burger on the grill

    The Simple Burger Flipping Mistake You've Probably Been Making All Along

    It's tempting to go hard or go home when it comes to your burger game, but this burger flipping trick proves that sometimes less is truly more.

    By Jonita Davis 12 months ago Read More
  • Blue bowl of gnocchi with pesto sauce on a wooden table

    Here's How To Make Gnocchi, Sans Eggs

    Eggs are often used in gnocchi to hold the cooked potato and flour together, but they're not essential. Here's how to make it without eggs.

    By Erica Martinez 12 months ago Read More
  • A small bowl of mashed potatoes on a wooden board

    It's Time To Turn Leftover Mashed Potatoes Into A Decadent Soup

    Looking for ways to use up that leftover mash? Here's one idea: Turn it into a thick and creamy soup! Finish it with some toppings to take it to the next level.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 12 months ago Read More
  • Neapolitan style pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil

    Can You Substitute Marinara For Pizza Sauce?

    Pizza sauce and marinara sauce look very similar, but can you use either on a pizza? We asked a professional chef.

    By Erica Martinez 12 months ago Read More
  • A hand holding a head of garlic cloves.

    One Simple Hack Makes Peeling Garlic A Breeze

    Peeling garlic might seem like a time consuming and fussy affair, but it doesn't have to be. This easy trick will help you peel those cloves in a flash.

    By Allison Beussink 12 months ago Read More
  • A pot of spaghetti sauce with chunks of meat

    Why Pasta Sauce Is So Much Better After Slow-Simmering

    Some pasta sauce recipes recommend hours of cooking -- but why is this necessary? We asked a professional chef to explain the process.

    By Maria Scinto 12 months ago Read More
  • different types of cookies

    Keep Frozen Cookies Fresh For A Year With A Simple Layering Tip

    Have too many cookies than you can eat in one go? As long as you pack them up this way, they'll stay perfectly fresh in the freezer for a year.

    By Jonita Davis 12 months ago Read More
  • Four porcelain coddlers with metal lids and a small spoon and whole egg nearby

    How To Coddle An Egg Without A Special Coddler

    Coddled eggs are made using a gentle, easy cooking method that transforms them into a silky texture and a perfect yolk, and no special tools are required.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 12 months ago Read More
  • Cooking meatballs in red sauce in a pot on the stove

    Drain Greasy Meatballs As They Cook With A Game-Changing Hack

    Hey, your greasy meatball era is officially finito. With this simple hack, you can cook toasty brown, perfectly shaped meatballs even better than Nonna.

    By Kurt Suchman 12 months ago Read More
  • A variety of canned seafood and produce on a black table

    Pro Tips That Make Canned Seafood Taste Like A Million Bucks

    Not everything has to taste like chicken (of the sea). Tackle these pro tips for your tinned snack spread and sample the canned seafood high life.

    By Stephen Bradley 12 months ago Read More
  • Cacao fruit cut in half, with powder, and beans

    Cacao Fruit: What Does It Taste Like And How Do We Get Chocolate From It?

    Cacao fruit is what chocolate is made from. Learn the history of cacao, how chocolate is made, and the many ways we enjoy this delicious superfood.

    By Leah Kaplan 12 months ago Read More
  • single egg with a feather stuck to it in an otherwise empty carton

    7 Best Egg Substitutes To Have On Deck

    Whether it's the high price of eggs, a plant-based diet, or simply running out at an inopportune moment, these seven easy egg replacements have you covered.

    By Maria Scinto 12 months ago Read More
  • burgers on grill

    Resting Your Burger Plays A Bigger Role Than You'd Expect

    Burgers: They're just like us. They've got buns and they need rest. But you might be surprised by just how much your beef benefits from some relaxation.

    By Dennis Lee 12 months ago Read More
  • Charcuterie meats, cheese, and fruit in brown cardboard box

    Don't Forget To Pack Your Charcuterie Board The Next Time You Fly

    Airplane peanuts better try harder. Here's how to bring your favorite cheese board treats on the plane for mile-high snacking with first class energy.

    By Erica Martinez 12 months ago Read More
  • A plate of meatballs on a plate

    Amp Up The Flavor Of Meatballs With One Canned Addition

    Next time you make meatballs, you can add an extra level of umami and texture with the addition of an ingredient you probably already have in your pantry.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 12 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain holding a microphone and speaking at an event in a black blazer.

    Why Anthony Bourdain Had A Fierce Opinion On MSG

    It's not news to most of us that MSG gets a bad rap, but the late great Anthony Bourdain had a fierce opinion that may actually surprise you.

    By Dylan Murray 12 months ago Read More
  • Close up shot of dried coconut, papaya, banana chips, and raisins

    Why Do Raisins And Other Dried Fruits Have So Much Sugar?

    There's a reason your sweet tooth is jonesing for those dried apple rings. Here's the reason why dried fruit tastes so much sweeter than the fresh stuff.

    By Haley McNamara 12 months ago Read More
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