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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 February 10th, 2025 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 February 10th, 2025 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 February 10th, 2025 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 February 10th, 2025 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 February 10th, 2025 Read More
  • A person holding a glass jar full of dried food.

    How To Make Your Food Storage More Sustainable

    Making your food storage as sustainable as possible is a big step to reducing your environmental impact. Luckily, there are many ways to store food sustainably.

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 9th, 2025 Read More
  • Multiple containers of food stuffed into a freezer

    What Container Should You Use For Frozen Food?

    Putting food in the freezer is a simple and convenient way to store up some leftovers. Here are some tips on the best containers to use for freezing food.

    By Antoinette Goldberg February 9th, 2025 Read More
  • A person covering a baking sheet with parchment paper

    Open Up A World Of Fridge Space To Store Leftovers With A Sheet Pan

    If your fridge space is feeling a little tight, you don't necessarily need to go out and buy a bigger one. This storage hack only requires a small sheet pan.

    By Antoinette Goldberg February 9th, 2025 Read More
  • Top of a tin can with the production date and expiration date stamped on it

    Who Decides On A Food's Expiration Date Anyway?

    Maybe you follow the expiration date to the letter or maybe you're a bit more relaxed about it. Who actually decides on a food's shelf-life, anyway?

    By Creshonda A. Smith February 9th, 2025 Read More
  • Rusty utensils in a cast iron skillet on a wooden surface

    The Storage Trick That Protects Cast Iron Skillets From Scratches

    Keeping your cast iron skillets in pristine condition will ensure long-lasting use. This storage trick helps protect your pans from wear and tear.

    By Carla Vaisman February 9th, 2025 Read More
  • Cooked Brussels sprouts in a bowl

    The Best Way To Store Brussels Sprouts So They Last Longer

    There's a way to store Brussels sprouts so they last up to a week and keep their crunchy texture. You just need to follow some key steps.

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 8th, 2025 Read More
  • Chopped yellow onions on wooden cutting board

    How Freezing Onions Saves You Time And Money

    Freezing onions is the meal prep hack you need for more convenient and flavorful weeknight cooking. Here's the best to way to freeze them!

    By Alyssa Chierchia February 8th, 2025 Read More
  • Colorful bread bag tags on a wooden surface

    Don't Throw Out Those Plastic Bread Tags — Here's A Hack To Reuse Them Instead

    Plastic bread tags may seem like a simple, throwaway item that you don't think twice about. However, this hacks shows how handy these little tags can be.

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 8th, 2025 Read More
  • A sack of potatoes.

    Here's The Right Way To Freeze Potatoes

    If you find yourself opting for the savings of buying potatoes in bulk but can't seem to use them fast enough, you can freeze them. Here's how to do it.

    By Alyssa Chierchia February 7th, 2025 Read More
  • cornbread slice on plate

    How To Reheat Cornbread For First Day Freshness

    If you're stuck with leftover cornbread and dreading how dry it's become, you can still reheat it without turning it into a crumbly mess. Here's how.

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 7th, 2025 Read More
  • baby carrots in a bowl on a wooden table

    Do Baby Carrots Really Last Longer Than Regular-Sized Ones?

    There are a surprising number of myths surrounding baby carrots, one of which is the idea that baby carrots have a longer shelf life than regular ones. Do they?

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 7th, 2025 Read More
  • Whiskey being poured from a bottle into a glass on a wooden barrel

    Here's How Long Whiskey Lasts After Opening

    Unopened whiskey can last an impressively long time. But once a bottle is open, how long do you have to enjoy it before it starts to deteriorate?

    By Dylan Murray February 6th, 2025 Read More
  • Pancakes with fresh fruit and syrup on a plate

    The Clever Way To Store Pancake Batter For Quick Flapjacks Any Time

    Pancakes are a quick breakfast, but sometimes whipping up batter from scratch is just too much. Use this pancake batter storage hack for on-the-go flapjacks.

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 6th, 2025 Read More
  • A man pulling open the freezer door

    Can Your Freezer Get Too Cold And What Happens When It Does?

    While keeping foods chilled is essential for food safety, you might be wondering if your freezer can get too cold. Here's the lowdown on temperature regulation.

    By Holly Tishfield February 6th, 2025 Read More
  • Rinsing red and green grapes in colander under tap water

    What's The Best Way To Wash Off Grapes?

    We all know we should be giving fruits and vegetables a good wash before eating them, but with so many little grapes on a bunch, what's the best way to do that?

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 5th, 2025 Read More
  • cream cheese on a bagel

    Can You Freeze Cream Cheese?

    Cream cheese doesn't last as long as most of us would like it to, so it may be tempting to toss any extra in the freezer. But can you freeze cream cheese?

    By Holly Tishfield February 5th, 2025 Read More
  • Person's hands slicing a cabbage with a knife on a cutting board

    The Best Way To Store Cut Cabbage So It Stays Crunchy

    Cut cabbage is easy to store in the fridge, whether it's whole or shredded. You just need to follow a few key steps so it stays crunchy for longer.

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 5th, 2025 Read More
  • Close-up of cooked macaroni and cheese

    Does Boxed Mac And Cheese Ever Really Go Bad?

    Boxed mac and cheese is a pantry staple, and its shelf-stable nature means it's easy to stockpile. But how long does it last before it expires?

    By Moriah House February 4th, 2025 Read More
  • Stainless steel pots and pans hanging on the wall

    Make Sure Your Stainless Steel Pan Is Nonstick With One Simple Test

    Stainless steel pans need to be seasoned if you want them to be nonstick. Here's a simple trick to make sure your pan is hot enough to season with oil.

    By Holly Tishfield February 4th, 2025 Read More
  • Three multi-colored Tic Tac containers

    Don't Throw Out Empty Tic Tac Containers - Do This Instead

    Modern culture is plagued with single-use objects, but just because that container of Tic Tacs is empty doesn't mean you can't use it in the kitchen.

    By Holly Tishfield February 4th, 2025 Read More
  • close up of tuna in can with the lid peeled back

    There's A Chance You're Making A Huge Storage Mistake With Canned Tuna

    It doesn't get much simpler than a can of tuna for lunch, but if you don't finish the whole thing you ought to make sure you're storing the leftovers right.

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 4th, 2025 Read More
  • Two hands holding glasses of bourbon on the rocks

    The Major Bourbon Storage Mistake You Need To Stop Making

    Bourbon is delicious neat as well as in cocktails -- but one common storage mistake could be tainting the flavor of your whiskey.

    By Allison Beussink February 4th, 2025 Read More
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