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  • A slice of ice cream cake with nuts and chocolate drizzle

    Here's What You Need To Make Sure Your Ice Cream Cake Doesn't Melt

    Yes to a slice of cold, creamy ice cream cake, but no to a soupy mess. Here's how to prep your favorite dessert so your ice cream cake dreams come true.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 5 months ago Read More
  • No picnic is complete without potato salad

    How To Prepare Spuds Properly For The Best Potato Salad Texture

    To make the perfect classic potato salad, it's not just about using quality ingredients, the way you boil the potatoes is just as important.

    By Kurt Suchman 5 months ago Read More
  • Single serving sauce packets with one showing honey inside the plastic

    Are Those Leftover Sauce Packets You Saved Still Good?

    You know that old hot sauce packet you just discovered jammed in the junk drawer? Yeah, here's what to know before you squeeze it on your taco.

    By Angela L. Pagán 5 months ago Read More
  • A hand adjusting the cooking time on an oven

    Do You Really Need To Preheat The Oven?

    Most recipes have instructions to preheat the oven, which causes some to question of that step is really necessary, especially when pressed for time.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 5 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate-covered strawberries sit in wrapping with condensation

    Here's How To Keep Chocolate Covered Strawberries From Getting Sweaty

    It's hard to finish all those chocolate-covered strawberries, even if you want to. But storing them in the fridge makes them sweaty, so what do you do?

    By Angela L. Pagán 5 months ago Read More
  • frozen pizza topped with tomatoes going into oven

    The Genius Way To Fit 2 Frozen Pizzas Onto A Baking Sheet

    Round foods and rectangular baking sheets do not make the best bedfellows, but this brilliant trick makes baking two pizzas at once a breeze.

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of french onion soup

    The Secret Pantry Ingredient You Need For Better French Onion Soup

    With this simple, time-saving pantry ingredient, even French onion soup that has store-bought beef broth will taste like it was made from scratch.

    By Jonita Davis 5 months ago Read More
  • Bowl filled with frozen banana slices

    The Delicious Reason You Should Be Freezing Banana Slices

    Stop throwing away bananas that are starting to ripen. You should freeze them instead and turn them into healthy little snacks that taste like dessert.

    By Haley McNamara 5 months ago Read More
  • Many handmade molcajetes are lined up on display

    What To Look For When Shopping For A Molcajete

    In case you don't already have one, a molcajete is a time-tested way to bring more flavor to your dishes. Here's how the pros recommend picking one out.

    By Angela L. Pagán 5 months ago Read More
  • olives in bowl

    How And Why Some Olives Are Turned Unnaturally Black

    When olives are harvested they aren't black, so what's going on with all of these black olives everywhere? The reason for black olives may surprise you.

    By Dennis Lee 5 months ago Read More
  • pies spilling over in an oven

    Never Line Your Oven With Aluminum Foil, Here's Why

    If you've been lining your oven floor with aluminum foil, think again. Although it may seem like you're making cleanup easier, it's not actually helping anyone.

    By Jonita Davis 5 months ago Read More
  • a meat cleaver

    What Is A Cleaver Actually Good For In The Average Kitchen

    For many home chefs, a cleaver can be an intimidating knife to work with, but should it be? Turns out cleavers are surprisingly useful in any kitchen setup.

    By Jonita Davis 5 months ago Read More
  • A silver toaster with a single piece of toast

    How Dangerous Is It To Stick A Fork In A Toaster?

    Your parents were right: You should never stick a fork into a toaster. Find out what might happen, and how to avoid other toaster-related disasters.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 5 months ago Read More
  • woman at grocery store holding and deciding between two packages of hot dogs

    What Are Grocery Store Hot Dogs Actually Made Of?

    From a smoky grilled dog to a food cart special with all the fixings, hot dogs are a beloved tradition. But what exactly goes into those perfect pink sausages?

    By Lindsey Reynolds 5 months ago Read More
  • Plastic container of frozen soup

    The Proper Way To Freeze Noodle Soup For Later

    Whether you're making pho, ramen, pasta e fagioli, or classic chicken noodle, there is definitely a right and a wrong way to freeze noodle soup.

    By Jonita Davis 5 months ago Read More
  • a pot of milk with herbs and a whisk in it

    It's Tempting To Skip Scalding The Milk For Recipes But Here's Why You Shouldn't

    Scalding milk for a recipe has an old fashioned feel about it, but despite seeming like an outdated step, there are plenty of reasons why you shouldn't skip it.

    By Jonita Davis 5 months ago Read More
  • Desi ghee  in glass jar with wooden spoonful on natural light beige background

    What's The Main Difference Between Traditional And Modern Ghee?

    Ghee has been a cooking ingredient for centuries, but our way of making food has changed in recent decades. So, how different is modern ghee from traditional?

    By Carla Vaisman 5 months ago Read More
  • A spoon drips hollandaise sauce into a bowl

    How To Fix A Broken Egg-Based Sauce

    Your egg sauce has curdled. Now what? You can actually fix a broken sauce with just a few simple steps. Begin your broken egg sauce repair here.

    By Cassie Womack 5 months ago Read More
  • cornbread squares on a wooden board

    How To Make Jiffy Cornbread Better With Some Tang

    That familiar blue and white box of cornbread mix is tasty and reliable. But if you also want it to be mouth-watering, all it takes is a little mix-in.

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • The Poppin' Fresh float during a parade.

    The Pillsbury Doughboy Has A Family — And A Real Name

    Known for his cheeky laugh, the Pillsbury Doughboy is a beloved American mascot. However, few people realize that this mascot has some serious lore behind him.

    By Moriah House 5 months ago Read More
  • A loaf of bread inside an open wooden breadbox

    Does A Breadbox Keep Bread Fresh Or Is It Just For Looks?

    There's no denying that breadboxes are aesthetically pleasing. But are they actually any better at keeping bread fresh than other methods?

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • A grilled octopus served with asparagus on a plate.

    How To Cook Octopus So It's Not A Chewy Bite Of Rubber

    While delicious, octopus often has a rubbery texture. Happily, you can prevent octopus from becoming rubbery by using this simple cooking technique.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 5 months ago Read More
  • Three rolled up crepes garnished with chocolate drizzle and raspberries

    The Technique That Makes Crepes So Much Easier

    Crepes are the ultimate in breakfast sophistication, but they can be tricky to master. This crepe-making technique uses common kitchen tools.

    By Dylan Murray 5 months ago Read More
  • Several pickles in a ceramic bowl.

    The Reason Pregnancy Can Come With Pickle Cravings

    Pregnancy can come with many things, including excitement, a sore back, and pickle cravings. But why is it that so many pregnant people crave this briny snack?

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • A closeup photo of Julia Child holding a large spoon

    The Simple French Soup That Julia Child Loved

    Julia Child was well-known for her love of simple and rustic French cuisine. Her favorite French soup has humble origins and a fascinating backstory.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 5 months ago Read More
  • A chocolate tamale with caramel drizzle on a plate next to a cup of coffee

    The Unexpected Sweet Ingredient That Turns Tamales Into Dessert

    Tamales are a delicious Mexican staple and come in a wide variety of savory styles. However, did you know you can also make tasty sweet tamales?

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • Top view of banana bread in a pan on a cooling rack

    The Extra Step To Take For Even Richer Homemade Banana Bread

    It's easy to elevate banana bread with additional ingredients. But if you want to make it unbelievably rich, there's one extra step you shouldn't skip.

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
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