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    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 7 months ago Read More
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    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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of fluffy brown rice with a wooden spoon on a white background

    For The Fluffiest Brown Rice, Treat It Like Pasta

    The pasta method is your secret weapon for making the best brown rice. Forget about your rice cooker and get ready for perfectly cooked grains every time.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 7 months ago Read More
  • An opened instant pot in an empty kitchen

    Can You Really Make Burgers In An Instant Pot

    Traditionally, burgers are cooked on the stovetop or over a hot grill, but are those really your only options? Are Instant Pots the secret burger hack you need?

    By Antoinette Goldberg 7 months ago Read More
  • open cacao pod full of cacao beans with an intact pod behind it on a bed of cacao beans

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Eating Raw Cacao Beans

    Chocolate is delicious and chocolate comes from cacao beans, so cacao beans should also be delicious, right? Well, you may want to reconsider eating them raw.

    By Carla Vaisman 7 months ago Read More
  • A plate holding two burritos cut in half on a placemat

    How To Warm Up Your Leftover Burrito Without Destroying It

    With a combination of hot and cold ingredients wrapped in a sometimes soft, sometimes crisp tortilla, reheating burritos can be a minefield. But it can be done.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 7 months ago Read More
  • Cold root beer in a mug

    Root Beer Vs Birch Beer: What's The Difference?

    Root beer and birch beer look similar, but they're very different drinks. We dive deep into soda history and chemistry to root out the facts.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 7 months ago Read More
  • Whole, crispy roast chicken in a cast iron skillet with roasted veggies

    How Boiling Water Gets Your Roast Chicken Skin Shatteringly Crispy

    If you're struggling to get roasted chicken's skin golden and crispy, this boiling water trick is an absolute must-know. You'll never roast chicken another way.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 7 months ago Read More
  • spoonful of granulated sugar

    How To Stop Wasting Your Money On Colorful Sanding Sugar

    Sanding sugar is often more expensive than regular sugar, but you don't necessarily need to cough up the extra change. This simple hack is almost identical.

    By Jonita Davis 7 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of creamy soup with parsley and mushrooms on top of a wooden cutting board with toast

    Can You Make Soup In An Air Fryer?

    Air fryers have become a go-to kitchen essential, and can seemingly cook just about anything. So does that mean you can use the appliance to make soup?

    By Antoinette Goldberg 7 months ago Read More
  • Cooked smoked ham hocks with spices on a small plate with a fork

    Smoked Vs Unsmoked Ham Hocks: When To Use Each One

    Ham hocks come in both smoked and unsmoked form. That may not seem like much of a difference, but this is why you'd want to choose one over the other.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 7 months ago Read More
  • Vegetable platter with ranch dip

    Make Cruditè Extra Fancy With A Simple Butter Trick

    Butter makes pretty much everything better, including that typically overlooked platter of raw vegetables. Here's how to make crudités the star of the show.

    By Haley McNamara 7 months ago Read More
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    Vegetable Oil Pours So Much Better With The Help Of A Fork

    Bottles of oil are well-sealed and meant to be poured, but if you need a drizzle, this hack will keep your oil freshest and give you ease of use.

    By Jonita Davis 7 months ago Read More
  • Italian desserts in a display case

    The Traditional Italian Dessert That Came Well Before Tiramisu

    Although tiramisu is certainly enjoying its fair share of the spotlight, there are other Italian desserts worth trying. This one goes back centuries.

    By Carla Vaisman 7 months ago Read More
  • Up close picture of ribs coated in bbq sauce with a spoon drizzling more sauce onto the ribs

    Give BBQ Sauce A Richer Flavor With One Special Addition

    Whether store-bought or homemade, give your BBQ a boost of flavor with this one simple ingredient that will make you wonder why you didn't think of it sooner.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 7 months ago Read More
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