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  • A diner cutting into a piece of meat with a fork and serrated steak knife

    Does A Steak Knife Need To Be Serrated?

    There's no denying the aesthetic appeal of a beautiful serrated steak knife. But is a serrated blade better than one with a straight edge?

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • Piece of toasted wheat bread with pat of butter

    Make Breakfast Sweeter With A One-Ingredient Toast Upgrade

    You can do the same old thing with your toast every morning, or you can transform it into something delectable. This is the sweet breakfast upgrade you need.

    By Carla Vaisman 5 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of fresh baba ganoush with pita bread

    How Gordon Ramsay Adds An Extra Touch Of Smokiness To Baba Ganoush

    While not as popular as its close relative, hummus, baba ganoush is the delicious eggplant dip you've been missing. Here's how Gordon Ramsay makes it smoky.

    By Kurt Suchman 5 months ago Read More
  • Cornbread salad in a black dish

    What You Should Know About Storing Cornbread Salad For Later

    Cornbread salad is a delicious Southern staple, but sometimes you do end up with leftovers. Here's how to keep it from getting soggy before you can eat it.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 5 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain giving a speech at a podium

    The Disturbing Reason Anthony Bourdain Wouldn't Order Mussels At Restaurants

    Mussels must be fresh, properly stored, and expertly prepared. Anthony Bourdain said some cooks were "less than scrupulous" in handling the seafood.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 5 months ago Read More
  • A pan holding grilled sausage and half a lime

    Why Breakfast And Dinner Sausage Taste So Different

    Although they're both sausages, breakfast sausage and dinner sausage don't exactly taste the same. So what exactly is causing such different flavor profiles?

    By Antoinette Goldberg 5 months ago Read More
  • Lots of fresh whole strawberries

    Why Aren't Strawberries Actually Considered Berries?

    While most people would assume strawberries are berries, the botanical definition excludes some fruits with "berry" in their name -- including strawberries

    By Moriah House 5 months ago Read More
  • bowl of colorful salad ingredients on charcoal background

    Instantly Elevate Any Salad With One Homemade Addition

    It's easy to dress up your salad with all manner of delicious ingredients. However, one homemade addition stands out as almost a necessity.

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • A pot of macaroni and cheese sitting on a table.

    Give Mac And Cheese A Crunchy Twist With A Certain Leftover

    While delicious, mac and cheese often lacks an interesting texture. Happily, you can easily fix that by topping it with one common leftover.

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • Tuna salad sandwich on wheat with tomato and lettuce

    Ditch Mayo And Give Tuna Salad A Flavor Boost With A Single Ingredient Swap

    To take your tuna salad to the next level, just switch the mayo for another ingredient that's cool, creamy, and packed with flavor.

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • Chili con carne in a bowl

    The Australian Condiment That Belongs In Your Next Batch Of Chili

    If you want to take your chili to the next level, there's one particular Australian condiment that you need to add.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 5 months ago Read More
  • Slices of blood sausage sitting on a cutting board.

    Why Aren't More Americans Cooking With Blood? Everyone Else Is Doing It

    Blood is a popular ingredient in many countries around the world, but not in the United States. There are many reasons why Americans should be cooking with it.

    By Moriah House 5 months ago Read More
  • Whole leeks on a white background

    Don't Forget One Plastic Trick When Storing Leeks For Later

    Aromatic leeks can enhance many dishes, but they need a little care to keep them at their best. One simple plastic trick can help.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 5 months ago Read More
  • People shopping in grocery store

    A Guide To Food Expiration Dates

    Food expiration dates can be really confusing, so we're here to provide a useful guide about how to read them and what they mean for food safety.

    By Holly Riddle 5 months ago Read More
  • Three bottles of Vin Mariani sitting on a shelf.

    When Americans Wanted A Little Cocaine In Their Wine

    We all know that Coke used to have cocaine in it, but it wasn't the only beverage to do so. In fact, several coca wines were created long before Coke.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • kirkland chocolate chips

    Why Costco Discontinued Its Kirkland Chocolate Chips

    With two types and seemingly always available, home bakers swear by Costco's chocolate chips but they suddenly disappeared from shelves.

    By Jonita Davis 5 months ago Read More
  • baking powder in a bowl and spoon

    How To Substitute Baking Powder With An Ingredient That's Already In Your Fridge

    Baking soda and baking powder are very different ingredients that can't be swapped, but if you have run out of your leavening agent, there are DIY alternatives.

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • a pot of brown rice

    The Prep Step You Need For Quicker Brown Rice

    Brown rice takes longer to cook than white rice but with this simple step you could be cooking it in a fraction of the time, no matter your method.

    By Jonita Davis 5 months ago Read More
  • Rice Krispies treat on a rectangular wooden plate

    Homemade Rice Krispies Treats Become Infinitely Better With One Extra Step

    This method of making the classic Rice Krispie treats doesn't require any extra ingredients or add-ins, but elevates the taste.

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • A slice of creamy chicken pot pie on a black plate

    The Dairy Swap You Need To Try The Next Time You Make A Chicken Pot Pie

    This simple swap to some of your milk or cream will transform your classic chicken pot pie to a tasty upgrade with a tangy, creamy twist.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 5 months ago Read More
  • A spoonful of flax seeds with a bottle of flax seed oil

    Should You Really Be Avoiding Seed Oils?

    These days, seed oils are getting dragged on social media. Find out whether the bad press is deserved, and what oil you should use in your cooking.

    By Jonita Davis 5 months ago Read More
  • Frozen, raw chicken wings on a cutting board

    Can You Actually Boil Frozen Chicken Right Out Of The Freezer?

    When you get home from work and discover you forgot to thaw the chicken that is meant to be dinner, there's only one question: Can you still cook it?

    By Antoinette Goldberg 5 months ago Read More
  • A hand holding an Uncrustables package over other freezer items

    Instantly Upgrade Uncrustables With A Single Kitchen Appliance

    Simple, sweet, satisfying, and nostalgic, Uncrustables are always a delight. But you can actually use this kitchen appliance to make them even more enjoyable.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 5 months ago Read More
  • Buttermilk biscuits in serving bowl

    13 Ways To Make Canned Biscuits Taste Better

    Canned biscuits are amazing, but if you want to switch things up a little bit, we've got some ways to make your canned biscuits taste even better.

    By Anita Surewicz 5 months ago Read More
  • An individual holding an avocado split in half with a cutting board underneath

    Is There Anything Edible Inside An Avocado Pit?

    Viral videos on social media have purported that the pits in this favorite creamy fruit contain "extra avocado," but can you actually eat avocado pits?

    By Antoinette Goldberg 5 months ago Read More
  • Powdered sugar being sprinkled onto four donuts

    Don't Splurge On A Powdered Sugar Shaker — Use A Clever Hack Instead

    If you don't want clumpy powdered sugar, you should really use a sugar shaker, but you don't need to go out and splurge on a pricey tool. Do this instead.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 5 months ago Read More
  • Woman holding an avocado in her hand against a blurred background of avocados

    What's The Difference Between Hass Avocados And Other Varieties

    The most popular type of avocado in American grocery stores is easily Hass avocados, but it's far from the only one. So what sets Hass apart from the rest?

    By Creshonda A. Smith 5 months ago Read More
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