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  • Close-up view of a bowl of miso ramen with pork, green onions, and egg

    Here's How To Know If Your Miso Soup Is Gluten-Free

    Miso soup seems like it would be totally gluten-free but is it really? Here's everything you need to know about the gluten content of miso paste.

    By Cassie Womack 12 months ago Read More
  • cupcakes decorated with frosting flowers

    Russian Piping Tips Are The Answer To Your Buttercream Woes

    Creating beautiful buttercream decorations for your cakes doesn't need to be difficult. With the right tools, show-topping desserts are just a squeeze away.

    By Maria Scinto 12 months ago Read More
  • Homemade green goddess dressing with basil and herbs

    How Green Goddess Salad Dressing Got Its Elegant Name

    The fascinating history of how the Green Goddess salad dressing was named actually had nothing to do with the ingredients or the color.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 12 months ago Read More
  • range of different vegetables available at buffet

    Seriously, Think Twice Before Eating Cut Melon From A Buffet

    The platters of fresh fruit like melons are in abundance on a buffet table, looking deliciously inviting, but you should steer clear for an important reason.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 12 months ago Read More
  • A brown bowl with strips of fresh beef jerky in it

    The Best Way To Store Homemade Beef Jerky For Maximum Freshness

    Although considered shelf-stable and not overly sensitive to room-temperature, long-term freshness of homemade beef jerky still requires proper storage.

    By Dylan Murray 12 months ago Read More
  • buying a bottle of olive oil at supermarket

    What You Need To Look For When Buying Olive Oil In Bulk

    No matter what kind, olive oil lasts longer the less it is exposed to light and oxygen, and this particular packaging is the best when buying in bulk.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 12 months ago Read More
  • Woman adding fruit to blender

    Food Processor Vs. Blender: What Makes Them Different?

    The food processor and blender are similar appliances that help get your delicious recipes to the table faster. But they're designed for different tasks.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 12 months ago Read More
  • two slices of pizza topped with mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and basil on a white plate

    Here's How To Enjoy Homemade Pizza Night Without Turning On The Oven

    Whether your oven is on the fritz or you just don't want to heat up the house so much, there are plenty of alternative methods for cooking delicious pizza.

    By Maria Scinto 12 months ago Read More
  • A bottle of red wine being poured into a pot of meat and vegetables

    The Absolute Best Kind Of Red Wine To Use For Pot Roast

    Red wine is perfect for pot roast because its bold flavors and tannins complement the hearty beef -- but which kind works best? We asked a chef.

    By Maria Scinto 12 months ago Read More
  • Bouquet garni of fresh herbs

    How To Make A Bouquet Garni If You Don't Have Twine

    Don't let your plans for a delicious homemade stock get derailed just because you don't have the twine to make a bouquet garni. Here's what to use instead.

    By Haley McNamara 12 months ago Read More
  • chocolate layered cake with one slice neatly cut out

    The Genius Knife Hack That'll Change How You Slice Desserts Forever

    Slicing desserts can get messy with the sugary goodness sticking to the knife as you try to perfect even slices but this tip will save the day.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 12 months ago Read More
  • Cooked crispy bacon strips on a wooden board

    How To Reheat Bacon For That First-Day Crispiness

    Cold bacon often loses its crunch, and crisping it back up can be a challenge. But there's one easy way to revive that crispy texture.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 12 months ago Read More
  • pepperoni pizza garnished with basil leaves sitting on a wooden plate covered with brown paper

    Give Homemade Pizza Dough A Texture Upgrade In One Step

    Whipping up a homemade pie to rival (or best) that of your local pizzeria doesn't always mean more work, sometimes it's just about knowing the insider tricks.

    By Maria Scinto 12 months ago Read More
  • Unwrapped Hershey's chocolate bar

    Why Do So Many Europeans Hate Hershey's Chocolate?

    Hershey's is one of the most recognizable chocolate brands in the United States -- but many Europeans are not such big fans. Why is that the case?

    By Moriah House 12 months ago Read More
  • Boiling water in an iron pot

    Why Water Boils Faster In Certain Parts Of The World

    While it might seem like an unbending fact, the boiling point of water actually varies depending on where you are. Here's what affects that temperature.

    By Joe Hoeffner 12 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of diced tomatoes with spoon inside

    Give Boring Tomatoes A Flavor Boost With A Truly Secret Ingredient

    A simple sprinkle of this item will boost flavor and balance acidity, making out-of-season tomatoes taste like they've been freshly picked off the vine.

    By Haley McNamara 12 months ago Read More
  • Metal serving platter full of purple Brussels sprouts

    Purple Vs Regular Brussels Sprouts: Do They Taste Any Different?

    Are purple Brussels just a con to get you to buy more veg? Leveraging the trend, here's why purple Brussels give green Brussels a run for their money.

    By Haley McNamara 12 months ago Read More
  • Two cooked pizzas in cast iron pans

    The Timing Rule To Keep In Mind When Baking With Cast Iron

    Cast iron handles the heat differently than standard cake pans, so timings need to be adjusted for the best results. Here's how to do it.

    By Maria Scinto 12 months ago Read More
  • White bowl filled with croutons

    Is There A Best Type Of Bread To Use For Homemade Croutons?

    Homemade croutons are easy to make, cheaper than store-bought, and boost the taste and texture of soups and salads. But what kind of bread works best?

    By Haley McNamara 12 months ago Read More
  • Open can and glass of beer on a wooden surface

    Crack Open A Can Of Beer And Pour It In One Classic Comfort Food

    Cooking with beer is a great way to add malty, robust, nuanced flavor. And it's an easy way to elevate one classic comfort food in particular.

    By Erica Martinez 12 months ago Read More
  • An assortment of Indian foods and dishes on a table

    How A Substitute For An Extinct Herb Became A Crucial Spice In Indian Cooking

    Is your blood type chicken tikka masala? We love Indian cooking thanks in part to this ancient spice that made money moves and then vanished forever.

    By Erica Martinez 12 months ago Read More
  • Person eating fast food by open fridge

    15 Best Ways To Reheat Fast Food Leftovers

    Fast food isn't usually at its peak after it sits in the fridge for awhile. Here's how to reheat your favorite menu items so they taste fresh again.

    By Holly Riddle 12 months ago Read More
  • Woman holds a bunch of fresh green mint leaves

    Peppermint Vs Spearmint: What's The Actual Difference?

    You love mint, but you know something's up with peppermint and spearmint. Here's where the two mints go their separate ways and why they're so delicious.

    By Erica Martinez 12 months ago Read More
  • Frozen ground beef in plastic bag

    How To Defrost Ground Beef With A Little Help From Canned Food

    Even the best-laid dinner plans can go awry when you forget to take the ground beef out of the freezer, but this canned food defrosting hack can save the day!

    By Creshonda A. Smith 12 months ago Read More
  • Stirring food in a pan on the stove

    The Kitchen Staple You Need To Make Pans Nonstick

    Don't chuck that old, worn-out nonstick pan. Here's the trick to making every pan perfectly nonstick using a simple pantry staple you probably already have.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 12 months ago Read More
  • A person's hand holds a slice of bread as condensed milk is poured onto it

    You Can Totally Eat Sweetened Condensed Milk Straight Out Of The Can

    Eating sweetened condensed milk straight from the can - a delicious indulgence or just plain disgusting? We settle that debate once and for all.

    By Dennis Lee 12 months ago Read More
  • White bowl of maraschino cherries

    The Bizarre Process That Turns Maraschino Cherries Neon Red

    Maraschino cherries don't really look like they came straight off of a tree, so how exactly do regular cherries become that brilliant shade of fluorescent red?

    By Erica Martinez 12 months ago Read More
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