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  • Chicken and dumplings served in a white bowl on a napkin

    The Most Common Mistakes People Make With Homemade Chicken And Dumplings

    Chicken and dumplings are a classic dish for a reason. We help you avoid some of the more common mistakes so that you'll have the perfect meal every time.

    By Holly Riddle December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • A pair of chopsticks pinches a croquette over hot oil

    This Chopstick Test Lets You Know If Your Deep Frying Oil Is Ready

    When deep frying food at home, it's important to have the oil at the proper temperature. This chopstick trick is a great hack for those without a thermometer.

    By Angela L. Pagán December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • A tray of popovers cooking in the oven

    Skip The Cooking Spray If You Want The Best Popovers

    When you're making popovers from scratch, don't be tempted to take a shortcut and use cooking spray to grease the pan. Go with this common ingredient instead.

    By Bobby Lewis December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Tempura for sale in Japanese food stall

    For Restaurant Quality Tempura, Make Sure To Use The Right Frying Oil

    Mastering restaurant-quality tempura starts with the right oil - Taihaku sesame oil’s delicate flavor elevates frying, but it comes at a cost.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Hand spreading cream cheese on bagel

    The Trick To Make Your Breakfast Bagels Even Better

    Even though people enjoy bagels in all sorts of ways, there still seems to be more variations to discover. This little trick is a great jumping-off point.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A person pouring a microwaved bag of popcorn into a glass bowl on a kitchen counter.

    So Are We Supposed To Use The Microwave's Popcorn Button Or Not?

    There's a button on microwaves that is an auto-set for cooking popcorn, but it's debatable whether or not to use it and some brands instruct against it.

    By Dylan Murray November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A stack of grilled ears of corn for sale at a market.

    The Umami-Packed Sauce You Need To Start Brushing On Corn On The Cob

    If you don't find yourself typically thinking outside of the box when it comes to corn on the cob, this flavorful sauce could help get the gears turning.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A scoop of French vanilla ice cream in a small, cold, metal bowl.

    Sour Cream Is The Key To A Delectably Tangy Vanilla Ice Cream

    If you ever have the pleasure of making ice cream at home, sour cream is the surprising ingredient that you have to try out in your next batch of vanilla.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of chicken noodle soup

    Canned Soup Gets An Instant Upgrade With One Unexpected Ingredient

    Canned soup is a convenient way to get the nutrients you need, but sometimes the flavor can be lacking. Use this common ingredient for better tasting soup.

    By James Andersen November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of cream of mushroom soup

    13 Ways To Jazz Up Your Classic Cream Of Mushroom Soup

    Cream of mushroom soup is a tasty option to serve as an appetizer or main course. Find out how to enhance the basic recipe for a delicious and novel version.

    By Anita Surewicz November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Several red onions, most cut lengthwise, with three crosswise-cut onion rings

    Lengthwise Vs Crosswise: What's The Difference Between The Cutting Methods?

    Even if you're pretty good with a kitchen knife, sometimes the terms chefs use can be forgotten. This is the difference between these two fundamental cuts.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Two lunchboxes filled with cold vegetables, chicken, and chickpeas

    Why Not Every Vegetable Should Be Used For Meal Prepping

    Meal prepping is a great way to take the work out of weekday lunches or weeknight dinners. These are the best vegetables to use when making food in advance.

    By Creshonda A. Smith November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A person pulling apart a grilled cheese sandwich.

    The Ultimate Bread Swap For The Best Grilled Cheese Of Your Life

    Grilled cheese sandwiches are the ultimate feel-good comfort food. This bread swap with help you take your grilled cheese game to the next level.

    By Amrita Ray November 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Seasoned tomato salad with brown butter drizzle

    Make Tomato Slices Your Next Show-Stopping Appetizer With Brown Butter

    Brown butter elevates the fresh sweetness of a good tomato into a surprisingly complex flavor experience that has been compared to buttered lobster.

    By Bobby Lewis November 29th, 2024 Read More
  • green bean casserole

    The Cream Of Mushroom Soup Swap That Your Green Bean Casserole Needs

    Green bean casserole is a much-loved dish for good reason, but if the popular version with cream of mushroom soup feels stale here are some new ideas to try.

    By Jonita Davis November 29th, 2024 Read More
  • green bean casserole with fried onions in white dish

    The Biggest Mistake You're Making With Green Bean Casserole

    When done right, green bean casserole makes for a great addition to any large meal, but this one mistake could be causing your casserole to turn out bland.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic November 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Broccoli and cheese soup in a bread bowl

    Move Over Bread Bowls, There's A Better Edible Vessel For Soup

    Skip the carbs from a bread bowl and enhance the flavor and presentation by serving your soup or stew in this creative, edible alternative.

    By Shannon Dell November 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Coleslaw mix in a black bowl

    15 Surprising Coleslaw Ingredients You've Never Considered Using To Mix Things Up

    Coleslaw can be a bland side dish at a party, so we've come up with some surprising ingredients you may want to add to your next batch to mix things up.

    By Caroline Lefelhoc November 28th, 2024 Read More
  • A fluffy baked potato topped with cheese, sour cream, bacon, and chives

    Martha Stewart's Trick For Fluffy Baked Potatoes Is Genius

    If you dream of making restaurant-quality baked potatoes at home, this Martha Stewart tip for supremely fluffy spuds will be right up your street.

    By Bobby Lewis November 28th, 2024 Read More
  • A mix of uncooked pasta

    Does It Matter If You Buy Fresh Or Dried Pasta At The Grocery Store?

    It's no secret that fresh pasta is seen as superior to dried pasta by many, but it's not quite so simple. There's a time and a place for both, here's why.

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han November 28th, 2024 Read More
  • A jug pouring gravy on a bowl of mashed potatoes

    The Temperature Rule To Remember For A Lump-Free Gravy

    Lumpy gravy is the stuff of Thanksgiving nightmares. Use this handy temperature trick to ensure you get a silky, smooth consistency every time.

    By Antoinette Goldberg November 27th, 2024 Read More
  • jars of various pickled foods

    The Fruit You Should Pickle For A Bite-Sized Sweet And Tangy Snack

    Pickling is less about preservation these days and more about flavor. But while vegetables usually steal the show, this fruit is just begging to be pickled.

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han November 27th, 2024 Read More
  • A beer can with ice cubes

    Start Freezing Your Leftover Beer And Thank Us Later

    If you often find yourself with beer left in your can or bottle, you don't need to waste it by pouring it down the drain. Here's what to do with frozen beer.

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han November 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Mashed potatoes in clear bowl and surrounded by ingredients

    13 Chef-Approved Tips For The Best Mashed Potatoes

    We consulted chefs for ways to improve your mashed potatoes, from using the correct potatoes to cooking them correctly and mashing them so they are just right.

    By Emily Monaco November 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Scrambled eggs served on a white plate

    Give Scrambled Eggs A Flavor Boost With One Japanese Ingredient

    There are all kinds of tricks you can find to improve the taste and texture of scrambled eggs, but this Japanese ingredient just might take the cake.

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han November 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Alton Brown posing

    Alton Brown Has A Genius Method For A More Flavorful Grilled Cheese

    Celebrity chef Alton Brown doesn't just rely on ingredients when he makes the ultimate grilled cheese sandwich, he also has a special cooking technique.

    By Kendra Mahaffey November 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Mashed potatoes being made by hand

    Here's How Many Spuds You Need Per Person For Mashed Potatoes

    If you're making mashed potatoes for a large group of people it can be difficult to know just how much to make. Here's a simple way to figure that out.

    By Dennis Lee November 27th, 2024 Read More
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