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  • Skewers of grilled shrimp on a black plate

    For The Juiciest Grilled Shrimp, They Need To Be Dry First

    For the juiciest results, shrimp must be dry before you start grilling. Here's how best to do it, according to a professional chef.

    By Dylan Murray 4 months ago Read More
  • A pot roast served with carrots and potatoes.

    Is There Really A Difference Between Beef Stew And Pot Roast?

    Beef stew and pot roast are two recipes that share many similarities. As a result, many people wonder whether there's any difference between them.

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 months ago Read More
  • Plate of fried fish with fries, lemons, and peppercorns

    Here's Why Your Fish And Chips Keep Coming Out Soggy

    There's nothing better than crispy fish and chips, and nothing worse than soggy ones. Here's how to guarantee your fish and chips get that perfect crunch.

    By Erica Martinez 4 months ago Read More
  • chocolate chip packages on counter

    Store-Bought Chocolate Chip Brands, Ranked From Worst To Best

    We decided to put some popular store-bought chocolate chip brands to the test to see which ones are truly the best you can buy, and which ones you should skip.

    By Amber Winston 4 months ago Read More
  • a jar of honey with sugared cookies

    How To Avoid Burning Honey While Baking

    Although it may seem simple enough to swap honey in for sugar when baking, honey will actually burn much quicker. Here's how to keep that from happening.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 4 months ago Read More
  • Jamie Oliver smiling and giving a thumbs up while walking in a city.

    Jamie Oliver's Secret For Cooking The Best Sirloin Steak

    Different cuts of beef require different strategies, but when it comes to cooking a perfect sirloin, Jamie Oliver knows exactly what he's doing.

    By Dylan Murray 4 months ago Read More
  • Cocktail wewiners wrapped in puff pastry dough, also called

    The Ingredient Swap You Need For Breakfast Pigs In A Blanket

    Everybody loves finger food and now you can have it for breakfast with one simple swap on a classic pigs in a blanket recipe. Here's how to do it.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 4 months ago Read More
  • Fish filet in pan

    There's A Much More Efficient Way To Test A Fish For Doneness 

    If you're tearing up your fish filet to get a peak inside so you can check if it's done, you should stop. This way is much more efficient and aesthetic.

    By Moriah House 4 months ago Read More
  • A dish full of boiled peanuts.

    The Ideal Salt And Water Ratio For Unbelievably Tasty Boiled Peanuts

    Boiled peanuts require very few ingredients to make. However, for the best boiled peanuts, it is vital that you get the salt and water ratio right.

    By Moriah House 4 months ago Read More
  • Raw ground beef in a wooden bowl

    12 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Cooking With Ground Beef

    Cooking with ground beef should be straightforward, but there are some pitfalls you can run into along the way. These are some of the biggest mistakes.

    By Anita Surewicz 4 months ago Read More
  • A can of spam that has been opened.

    What's All That Jelly Inside A Can Of SPAM?

    Anyone who has opened a can of Spam knows that the meat comes surrounded by a thick jelly, but what exactly is this jelly and is it safe to eat?

    By Creshonda A. Smith 4 months ago Read More
  • Mini pizzas on a black serving platter

    For The Easiest Pizza Night, Use One Canned Shortcut

    The secret to making effortless yet delicious pizzas is to use a convenient canned shortcut. Here's how to do it.

    By Haley McNamara 4 months ago Read More
  • A platter of corn nachos topped with beef, cheese, and jalapenos

    How To Reheat Nachos So You're Not Left With A Soggy Mess

    How do you reheat nachos so they're nicely crispy? You just need to use the right tools, and follow a couple of key steps.

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of plate of chicken wings with herbs and lemon slices

    The Flavor-Packed Dipping Sauce Your Chicken Wings Need Tossed In

    Chicken wings boast a whole host of dressings, but this underrated dipping sauce can moonlight as the perfect chicken wing coating on the grill or in the oven.

    By Erica Martinez 4 months ago Read More
  • Wedge of cut blue cheese with knife on wood board

    How Blue Cheese Actually Gets Its Signature Color

    The colorful veins in your favorite Roquefort, Stilton, or Gorgonzola cheese do not happen by chance, it is a specific process that makes blue cheese blue.

    By Erica Martinez 4 months ago Read More
  • Lavender cookies on a wooden cutting board with lavender sprigs

    Amp Up Your Next Batch Of Cookies With A Special Kind Of Butter

    If you're a home baker ready to break out of the mold of traditional recipes, this special kind of butter opens up a whole new world of possibilities.

    By Allison Beussink 4 months ago Read More
  • Grilled steak on a wooden board

    Mistakes Everyone Makes When Grilling Steak

    Grilling steak may seem like an easy task to the uninitiated. But there are actually many ways it could go wrong, thanks to mistakes made by nearly everyone.

    By Anita Surewicz 4 months ago Read More
  • Loaves of Trader Joe's bread sitting on a table.

    Why You Might Want To Think Twice Before Buying Bread At Trader Joe's

    Trader Joe's is known to sell many great products. Unfortunately, the store's bread is a more divisive item with some shoppers avoiding it altogether.

    By Kat Olvera 4 months ago Read More
  • jar of pickles on wooden board with spice grinders and fresh herbs

    12 Ingredients To Add More Flavor To Your Store-Bought Pickles

    If you love to snack on pickles, you might be craving a flavor boost for your favorite brand. Take a look at ingredients to add flavor to store-bought pickles.

    By Amber Winston 4 months ago Read More
  • Hand flattening peanut butter cookie dough with fork

    Why Flattening Peanut Butter Cookies With A Fork Is A Crucial Step

    You may have thought that criss-cross pattern on the tops of peanut butter cookies was just for looks, but it actually serves a very important purpose.

    By Erica Martinez 4 months ago Read More
  • tuna salad sub with lettuce and tomato

    Is Water-Packed Or Oil-Packed Canned Tuna Better For Salad?

    It may not seem like a big deal, but you really ought to be paying attention to how the tuna for your tuna salad is packaged. Is oil- or water-packed tuna best?

    By Dennis Lee 4 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of a can of Campbell's condensed soup

    Here's How To Spice Up Your Favorite Store-Bought Soups

    Canned soup: hearty, dependable ... and often very bland. However, there are ways to kick up the flavor and nutrition of even the most mediocre can of soup.

    By Maria Scinto 4 months ago Read More
  • Rainbow carrots that have been cut in half.

    Carrots Come In A Rainbow Of Colors — So Why Is Orange The Default?

    The vast majority of carrots we use are orange, but why are consumers in the habit of picking these orange carrots over the many rainbow varieties?

    By Haley McNamara 4 months ago Read More
  • Cookie cutters sitting on top of sugar cookie dough.

    How To Make Sure Cut-Out Sugar Cookies Hold Their Shape

    A perfect sugar cookie is a thing of beauty, but the cookies have a tendency to spread while cooking. There is, however, one way to prevent this from happening.

    By Erica Martinez 4 months ago Read More
  • Members of the Jewish faith gathered in a synagogue

    What Does 'Sabbath Mode' Do On Your Oven Or Fridge?

    You might have come across the Sabbath mode feature on your fridge or oven. If you don't know what this setting does, we have a quick rundown for you.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 4 months ago Read More
  • A carton of pasteurized eggs sitting on a surface.

    Can You Pasteurize Eggs At Home And Is It Even Safe?

    Due to shortages, fewer pasteurized eggs are on grocery store shelves. Now, many Americans are wondering if it is possible or safe to pasteurize eggs at home.

    By Angela L. Pagán 4 months ago Read More
  • A sign displaying the radiation symbol, in front of a barrel that has the same symbol on it.

    You Might Be Cooking With Irradiated Meat, But Don't Panic

    Raw meats can be irradiated, which is a process that is used to kill pathogens, but is safe for consumption, and marked with a label.

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 months ago Read More
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