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  • blocks of cream cheese

    Here's The Fastest Method For Softening Cream Cheese

    If you're halfway through a recipe before you realize never took the cream cheese out of the fridge, don't panic. This tip will have it room temp in no time!

    By Cara J Suppa August 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Black pot with crispy french fries inside

    Here's How Long You Should Be Soaking Potatoes For Crispy Fries

    If you want to make the perfect at-home French fry, these two experts recommend giving your sliced potatoes a cold bath before frying them up.

    By Erica Martinez August 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Mexican mollete sandwiches

    Let Refried Beans Act As The Creamy Condiment On Your Next Sandwich

    Take inspiration from the mollete, a popular Mexican food, and spread this condiment on your bread to add flavor, protein, and texture to your next sandwich.

    By Sam Worley August 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Butter popcorn in a bowl

    Can You Make Microwave Popcorn Without A Microwave?

    If you think that microwaved popcorn can only be made one way, think again. There are other techniques that make this snack easy and approachable to cook up.

    By Sam Worley August 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Gordan Ramsay

    Gordon Ramsay's English Breakfast Pizza Is A Combo We Never Expected

    Gordon Ramsay knows what people want for breakfast: a full English. However, the chef raised some eyebrows by making an English breakfast pizza.

    By Keira Wingate August 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Creamy pasta dish

    The Canned Soup You Need For Quick And Creamy Pasta

    Don't have enough energy to make pasta sauce from scratch at the end of a long day? The can of cream of mushroom soup in your pantry is a quick fix.

    By Angela L. Pagán August 14th, 2024 Read More
  • sliced open poached egg on toast

    Your Microwave Is The Key To Faster Poached Eggs

    With this simple microwave method and a few extra tips, poached eggs become so easy and speedy that they can be made on a lazy weeknight or busy morning.

    By Cara J Suppa August 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Jalapenos stuffed with Takis

    The Spicy Jalapeño Takis Snack We Can't Wait To Devour

    Over the last few years, there have been countless videos of people snacking on a spicy combo of jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese and hot Takis.

    By Kurt Suchman August 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Plate of two chimichangas

    Deep Fry Your Chipotle Burrito For Chimichanga-Style Crunch

    If you thought your love of Chipotle could not run any deeper, there's a burrito-frying TikTok hack that might push you into obsessive territory.

    By Kurt Suchman August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Plate of nachos with melted cheese

    The Key To Melting Cheese For The Ultimate Nachos

    There are a few factors that go into properly melting cheese for ooey-gooey nachos, but the most important thing? It boils down to using citric acid.

    By Angie Seibold August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Chicago Italian beef sandwich

    How To Order An Italian Beef In Chicago

    An Italian beef sandwich is simply thinly cut roast beef that's been long simmered in a seasoned beefy au jus, but there's a whole lingo to know when ordering.

    By Dennis Lee August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • salmon crostini on white plate

    Here's The Difference Between Lox And Smoked Salmon

    Lox and smoked salmon may be often used interchangeably, but there are actually some noticeable differences between the two types of salmon beyond their names.

    By Erica Martinez August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • close up of a cheeseburger

    How To Air Fry Burgers To Your Desired Doneness Every Time

    Instead of pulling out the grill or cooking them in the oven, try air frying your burgers, instead. Just make sure they're cooked to your likeness.

    By Cara J Suppa August 9th, 2024 Read More
  • cooked steak grill marks garnish

    Steak Myths You Thought Were True

    Everyone has passionate opinions about cooking steak and, unfortunately, some of those are based on myths. Two experts break down some myths that aren't true.

    By Brian Boone August 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Potato smiley fries on a plate with ketchup

    Making Smiley Fries From Scratch Is Easier Than You'd Think

    The hack to make smiley fries takes some practice with two important tools. Here's how to put your best potato smiley face forward using a straw and spoon.

    By Angela L. Pagán August 7th, 2024 Read More
  • white air fryer and bowls

    9 Basic Rules For Using Your Air Fryer To The Fullest

    If you want to get the most use out of your air fryer, and get the most delicious results every time, there are some basic rules to live by.

    By Dennis Lee August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • blueberries on pancakes stack

    How Bad Is It To Eat Expired Pancake Mix?

    While it's obvious you shouldn't eat expired meats or dairy products, it's unclear if you should avoid expired pancake mix. Does it really go bad?

    By Marnie Shure August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Fork dipping appetizer into a dish of ranch dressing

    Why Does Restaurant Ranch Taste So Much Better Than Store-Bought?

    Ever wonder why the ranch at restaurants always seems to taste so different than the ranch at home? Well, there are a few key reasons as to why that is.

    By Erica Martinez August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Close up of watermelon sandwich dressed in balsamic dressing

    Just Trust Us: Watermelon Sandwiches Are A Juicy Delight

    The watermelon sandwich trend has crossed platforms from TikTok to Instagram and even YouTube. We tried it to see what all the fuss was about.

    By Angela L. Pagán August 4th, 2024 Read More
  • variety of hummus flavors

    5 Single Ingredient Additions To Upgrade Plain Hummus

    These five ingredients can make your hummus sweeter, zestier, or more complex, allowing you to complement any meal or satisfy specific cravings.

    By Kaleigh Brown August 4th, 2024 Read More
  • hamburger patties on a fiery grill

    How Many Patties Can You Shape Out Of A Pound Of Hamburger?

    Find out how many hamburger patties you can usually make out of a pound of meat (and how to stretch it a bit), so you never come up short at a cookout.

    By Cara J Suppa August 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Dish of rice pudding with cinnamon

    You Don't Need A Recipe To Make Rice Pudding With Leftover Rice

    It can be scary for home cooks to forego a recipe, but making rice pudding with leftover rice is a quick and easy way to dip your toes in, trust us.

    By Erica Martinez August 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Split hot dog with pico de gallo

    Butterfly Your Way To A Better Hot Dog

    To bring your cookout to the next level, consider butterflying your hot dogs before putting them on the barbecue for quicker cooking and more char.

    By Angie Seibold August 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Banana on blue background labeled "fake"

    The WWII Ban That Had Home Cooks Inventing Fake Bananas

    Times were certainly tough during World War II, so much so that there was even a ban on bananas; home cooks had to get creative and invent their own.

    By Erica Martinez July 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Frozen pizza

    Forget Pizza Cutters. Break Frozen Pies Apart Right In The Plastic Instead

    You don't need any tools to successfully cut a frozen pizza. You don't even need to cook it. The only caveat? It has to come in plastic packaging.

    By Daisy Dow July 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Stack of hot dogs in microwave

    The Key To Microwaving Hot Dogs To Perfection

    Microwaving hot dogs is quick and convenient. But there's a right way to do it and a wrong way. Here's how to nuke them to perfection every time.

    By Angela L. Pagán July 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis smiling

    Giada De Laurentiis' Sheet Pan Technique For Crispy Lasagna Edges

    If your family fights over the crispy corners of lasagna, Giada De Laurentiis has a solution that might put a stop to those noodle-inspired tiffs.

    By Buffy Naillon July 28th, 2024 Read More
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