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  • A steak cooked rare on a plate.

    The Flavorful Addition That Makes Restaurant Steak Taste So Good

    Ever had a restaurant steak and wondered why it tastes so much better than yours? Find out what makes it so flavorful (and whether you recreate it at home).

    By Joe Hoeffner 11 hours ago Read More
  • refried beans in a blue bowl

    How To Make Homemade Refried Beans Taste Like They Came From A Restaurant

    If you're not using this ingredient and technique, there's no way your homemade refried beans compare to what you'd get from a Mexican restaurant.

    By Maria Scinto 1 day ago Read More
  • Raw filets of salmon on a wooden board with lemon wedges and garlic cloves in the background

    This Is The Only Time You Should Ever Put Fish In A Slow Cooker

    Beef in a slow cooker? Yes. Chicken? For sure. But fish? We can see your hesitation from here. But our expert says that it's doable — with the right fish.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 day ago Read More
  • A small black skillet filled with fluffy scrambled eggs

    The Single Addition That Makes Scrambled Eggs Fluffy Like Clouds

    There are many ways to cook eggs, but perhaps one of the best ways is by scrambling them. To achieve the fluffiest results, you have to add this one ingredient.

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 1 day ago Read More
  • Mexican-style tomato salsa with chips

    Why Restaurant Salsa Is Always Better Than What You Make At Home

    Salsa is versatile and easy to make at home, but the kind you get at restaurants always seems to blow homemade salsa out of the water. How do they do it?

    By Mariana Zapata 2 days ago Read More
  • Plastic cup with iced tea, lemon slice, and mint sprig on wooden table

    The Best Homemade Iced Tea Starts With The Water

    Brewing a perfect pitcher of iced tea requires more than just high-quality tea leaves and plenty of ice. You also need the right kind of water.

    By Rolland Judd 2 days ago Read More
  • A poached egg on toast with avocado and smoked salmon

    The Simple Ingredient Swap For More Flavorful Poached Eggs

    Level up the delicately creamy yolks and tender whites of perfectly poached eggs with the ingredient swap that infuses each bite with savory, earthy flavor.

    By Maria Scinto 2 days ago Read More
  • Smiley fries piled up on a conveyor belt

    How Do Smiley Fries Get Their Iconic Grin? We Found Out Exactly How They're Made

    Want to know how to make a french fry smile? We reveal the secret to creating smiley fries, the happiest side dish currently residing in your freezer.

    By Rolland Judd 3 days ago Read More
  • Halved hard-boiled eggs on a wooden surface

    The Key To Achieving Perfectly Centered Hard-Boiled Egg Yolks Every Time

    Whether you're making plain ol' hard-boiled eggs or deviled eggs, make sure your yolk comes out centered with these simple tips from an expert chef.

    By Maria Scinto 3 days ago Read More
  • Cooked green beans in a glass bowl on wooden board

    How Long You Should Boil Fresh Green Beans For The Best Bite

    Boiled green beans can be snappy and bright, or they can be mushy and flat-tasting. Here's how to make sure they come out perfectly every time.

    By Erica Martinez 3 days ago Read More
  • Slow cooker with bowls of chili

    Avoid Soggy Slow Cooker Meals With This Easy Towel Trick

    Have you ever cracked open the slow cooker after a few hours and noticed your meal is a little watered down? Never worry about it again with this expert tip.

    By Moriah House 3 days ago Read More
  • A Starbucks eggnog latte next to an iced coffee with eggnog cold foam

    Review: Starbucks' Eggnog Latte And Eggnog Cold Foam Duo Isn't The Festive Flavor We Hoped For

    Eggnog is a seasonal favorite for many, but how well does Starbucks deliver with its holiday lineup featuring the eggy and creamy spiced flavor?

    By Fletcher Huntley 3 days ago Read More
  • Stack of tortillas

    Make Your Tacos Taste Restaurant-Style By Remembering This Tortilla Trick

    A lot may separate your tacos from a restaurant’s, but you can start to bridge the gap by following our expert’s advice on what to do with your tortillas.

    By Jonathan Kesh 3 days ago Read More
  • Overcooked steak on a plate over grill

    Bring A Juicy Bite Back Into Overcooked Steak With This BBQ Trick

    You’ll no longer have to admit defeat when you overcook steak if you adopt this expert-approved BBQ hack. The meat will not only be revived but full of flavor.

    By Rolland Judd 4 days ago Read More
  • Vegetables boiling in a pot

    Do You Start With Hot Or Cold Water When Boiling Veggies? Here's The Easy Tell

    While boiling vegetables seems simple, success hinges entirely on whether they are added to the pot before or after the water reaches a rolling boil.

    By Cassie Womack 4 days ago Read More
  • Unfrosted chocolate cake on white surface

    The Cake Baking Tool That Promises Soft Edges — But Is It Worth It?

    Do your cakes keep turning out crispy instead of soft edges? Our expert weighs in on whether you should shell out the money for this special tool that may help.

    By Rolland Judd 5 days ago Read More
  • A butcher holding a tray of meat.

    The Best Way To Save Money At Your Local Butcher Shop

    Butcher shops have a reputation for being pricier than what you can find at the local supermarket, but that's not always the case. Here's how to save money.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • Slow cooker and bowls of chili

    The Boozy Slow-Cooker Blunder That's Ruining A Taste Of Dinner

    Cooking with alcohol is a great way to imbue your cooking with a booze's various nuances, but if you're using a slow cooker, you need to follow this expert tip.

    By Jonathan Kesh 6 days ago Read More
  • A pair of hands peels the shell from a hard-boiled egg

    The Expert Method For Hard-Boiled Egg Shells That Slip Off With Ease

    Ask anyone about how to peel a hard-boiled egg and you'll get any lots of ideas. Forget all of those: There's a set of criteria that can help make peeling easy.

    By Rolland Judd 6 days ago Read More
  • Sliced banana bread on a plate with caramel sauce and fresh bananas

    The Flavor-Enhancing Step To Give Bananas Before Making Bread For A Show-Stopping Loaf

    Turn bleh-nana bread into a show-stopper with this flavor-boosting step that adds rich, buttery sweetness to your bananas, for the most tender banana bread.

    By Haley McNamara 6 days ago Read More
  • Roasted turkey with mashed potatoes and small pumpkins

    The Best Wine To Pair With Your Thanksgiving Turkey, According To A Sommelier

    The best wine to pair with Thanksgiving turkey tastes crisp and refreshing, complementing both light and dark meat, and Aunt Mildred's sweet potato casserole.

    By Erica Martinez 7 days ago Read More
  • homemade chicken nuggets on a wooden board

    The Juiciest Chicken Nuggets Are Only One Extra Step Away

    Chicken nuggets don't have be the dry, store-bought kind. When you make them yourself at home, follow this one step to ensure they're the juiciest nuggets ever.

    By Maria Scinto 7 days ago Read More
  • Three cups of dirty soda with straws

    Why Your Dirty Soda Is Curdling And The Easy Way To Avoid It

    The decadent dirty soda trend has transformed the way soda drinkers enjoy their beverages by adding cream and syrup. But why does that cream keep curdling?

    By Rolland Judd 7 days ago Read More
  • Salmon crudo with arugula and sauces

    The Seafood To Steer Clear Of When Making Homemade Crudos

    There is always some level of risk associated with eating raw seafood, but you can greatly reduce it by avoiding this particular type of fish.

    By Jonathan Kesh 7 days ago Read More
  • Grilled steak on cutting board covered in aluminum foil

    The Aluminum Foil Mistake That's Ruining The Crust On Your Steak

    It's perfectly understandable that you'd want to wrap a tender, juicy steak in aluminum foil to keep it warm while resting. Only problem is — you're ruining it.

    By Neala Broderick 7 days ago Read More
  • Pink and green Wicked drinks on a table with straws in

    Review: Dunkin's Wicked Drinks Cast A Spell On Us

    Dunkin’ has launched two new limited-time green and pink drinks to celebrate the new Wicked film. We tried them to see if they’re worth ordering.

    By Dani Zoeller 7 days ago Read More
  • Scrambled eggs topped with parsley

    Scrambled Eggs Reach Peak Perfection If You Focus On This Part Of The Pan

    Achieving the perfect texture for scrambled eggs doesn’t happen by chance. You need to employ this expert-approved trick for creamy, fluffy eggs every time.

    By Rolland Judd 7 days ago Read More
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