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!
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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.
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Don't Let Yourself Get Scammed By Overpriced Truffle Fries
Most so-called "truffle fries" are made with synthetic truffle oil. That means you're paying extra money without getting much (or any) actual truffle.
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The Best Mayonnaise You Don't Know About
We'd suspected that this lesser known mayo brand was a winner, and we were right. This is a mayonnaise that truly rivals Duke's, Hellman's, and Kewpie.
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What Gives North Carolina Green Gill Oysters Their Signature Hue?
North Carolina green gill oysters are known for their very distinct color. Here's what gives them that very strange and well-known emerald hue.
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What's The Best Substitute For Buttermilk? (It's Not Milk And Lemons)
Some will tell you to stir up some milk and vinegar and then let it sit to make buttermilk, but there's a much better way to whip up a buttermilk substitution.
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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.
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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.
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Chicago's Favorite Hot Pepper, The Sport Pepper, Explained
All of the ingredients of a Chicago-style hot dog are more or less readily available in every grocery store across the U.S., save one of them: sport peppers.
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Do Truffles Really Need To Cost So Much?
In the food world, it rarely gets more fancy than truffles. Such a seemingly simple ingredient can cost an extravagant amount, but why exactly
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6 Fruits And Vegetables That Are More Hydrating Than We Thought
Step aside watermelon and cucumber! Here are some other delicious fruits and vegetables that pack a terrific and healthy level of hydration.
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Is There A Difference Between Paneer And Halloumi Cheese?
Halloumi and paneer are both fresh and slightly squeaky to the bite, and neither melts when heated - however, there is a key difference between the two cheeses.
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Turn Egg Drop Soup Into A Meal With This Pantry Ingredient
Egg drop soup is the best comfort food, but it's not quite hearty enough to make a meal on its own. This is how you can turn it into a complete entree.
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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.
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Do People Really Eat Peanut Butter And Mayo Sandwiches?
Although they aren't as popular as they once were, peanut butter and mayo sandwiches are still very much a thing in the South. Find out more about their origin.
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What's The Difference Between Old World Pepperoni And The Regular Kind?
Old World (or cupping) pepperoni has taken the pizza world by storm in recent years, but how is this spicy sausage different from regular pepperoni?
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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.
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Bobby Flay's Guacamole Hot Take Is Truly Polarizing
Guacamole purists -- like renowned Food Network chef, Bobby Flay -- like to debate on a lot of things regarding what should go in the avocado-based dip.
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What To Make With Lasagna Noodles If You Are Tired Of Lasagna
If you thought lasagna noodles serve only one purpose, then wait until you get a load of these alternative ways to use the pasta. Here are 14 methods to try.
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Freeze And Grate Watermelon To Make Delicious Shaved Ice
The viral shaved frozen watermelon trend really works. We tried it and we and cannot believe how tasty and simple it is to make fruit shaved ice.
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Salad Cream Vs Mayo: What Is The Difference?
You may have heard about salad cream from friends living in the U.K. but what exactly is this iconic British ingredient and what does it taste like?
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Is White Chocolate Real Chocolate? The Answer Is Complicated
White chocolate has a different flavor, ingredient list, texture, and melting point than milk or dark chocolate -- but it still counts as chocolate.
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The Seasoning Secret You Need For Creamy Scrambled Eggs
If you have 15 extra minutes before breakfast needs to be on the table, pre-salt your scrambled eggs before cooking to make them softer and creamier.
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Make The Most Decadent Canned Cinnamon Rolls With Just A Few Extra Ingredients
A viral TikTok video hack takes premade cinnamon rolls from just good to fluffy game changers. Find out how to transform canned rolls into a cafe indulgence.
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This Underrated Seasoning Will Take Scrambled Eggs To The Next Level
Have you ever considered adding MSG to your scrambled eggs? This easy seasoning twist will give them a huge umami boost and make them super flavorful.
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Here's What You're Really Eating When You Crack Open A Can Of Haggis
Haggis is hard to come by in the U.S., and many Americans have never tried it. But what, exactly, is this Scottish staple, and why isn't it stateside?
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The 2-Ingredient Snack That'll Cool You Off All Summer Long
If you need something cool and tasty to eat on a hot summer day, the zesty flavor of cucumbers seasoned with ranch powder is the perfect go-to.
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