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  • Hands holding ice cream carton and scoop

    Scoop Frozen-Solid Ice Cream Like Butter With This Knife Trick

    Some old ideas have staying power for a reason. Case in point: A trick involving a knife to scoop rock-solid ice cream works better than new onlline hacks.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Close up of miso and peanut butter cookies on wire rack

    Why You Should Be Careful When Pairing Miso With Vanilla In Your Baking

    Miso paste brings savory balance and a craveable salty touch to loads of baked goods, but take care when adding it to vanilla-forward recipes.

    By Dennis Lee 2 months ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart in yellow speaks with microphone

    Martha Stewart Loathes This 'Hideous' Ingredient

    Martha Stewart is a homemaking icon, with millions of fans hanging on her every word, so naturally her take on this popular, bougie food will give them pause.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 2 months ago Read More
  • Homemade egg salad in a bowl

    This Is Hands-Down The Best Mayonnaise For Egg Salad

    Egg salad contains very few ingredients, so it's crucial that each one is the best it can be. Mayonnaise is essential, but which brand to use divides opinions.

    By Sara Kay 2 months ago Read More
  • Greek yogurt dip

    How To Make A Greek Yogurt Dip With No Dirty Dishes

    Even if you love cooking more than anything else, cleaning up the dirty dishes after is always a pain. Luckily, you can make Greek yogurt dip with no cleanup.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Raw ground beef in wood bowl surrounded by spices and seasonings

    The Dairy Hack That Prevents Ground Beef From Overcooking

    We asked an executive chef for his favorite technique to make the juiciest burgers by locking in beef’s moisture and flavor, even if it's cooked too long.

    By Rolland Judd 2 months ago Read More
  • A woman washes the dishes in kitchen sink while wearing yellow gloves and apron, and using a brush to clean one plate.

    Give Old Kitchen Gloves A New Lease On Life By Using Them To Solve This Common Problem

    Even worn-out dishwashing gloves can find new life in the kitchen, providing a practical solution that makes everyday cooking simpler and more efficient.

    By Kristine Belonio 2 months ago Read More
  • A watermelon and berry fruit salad in a bowl

    Elevate Summer Fruit Salads With The Most Vibrant Variety Of Watermelon

    If a sweet, juicy wedge of watermelon screams summer to you, get ready to dive into the sunniest summertime salad, thanks to this vibrant OG watermelon.

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of a crispy roasted potatoes

    The Cheap And Easy Way To Instantly Upgrade Roasted Potatoes

    Your go-to roasted potatoes deserve more than just salt and pepper. Here's what you need to do to turn up the volume on roasted spuds without any extra work.

    By Jonathan Kesh 2 months ago Read More
  • Fresh minced beef coming out of a manual meat grinder

    Should You Be Grinding Your Own Burger Meat?

    Is grinding beef at home instead of buying it from the supermarket an unnecessarily cheffy step or worth the extra effort? Here's what an expert has to say.

    By Alexandra Fay 2 months ago Read More
  • Overhead view of a blueberry pie on a wooden table

    Give Any Pie A Flavor Boost By Turning Your Favorite Cereal Into A Delicious Crust

    Don't settle for boring, flavorless pie crust. Here's how to use your favorite breakfast cereal to elevate this classic dessert.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of spoonful of ground coffee with some spilled on a black surface with whole coffee beans in the background

    The Tell-Tale Signs You Need To Throw Out Your Ground Coffee

    If you've ever wondered if your ground coffee is still good to drink, these are some signs that indicate it's time to throw out your coffee stash.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • A hand holds up a box of Pillsbury Ready to Bake Pumpkin Shape Sugar Cookie Dough above a refrigerated case of more boxes

    The '90s Transformation That Made Pillsbury's Halloween Shape Cookies So Iconic

    Baking cookies is easy with Pillsbury's Halloween Shape Cookies. But a change in the 1990s made it even easier to have holiday-themed treats.

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 2 months ago Read More
  • BLT sandwich with mayonnaise on a wooden surface near ingredients

    Your BLT Needs Mayonnaise On Both Slices Of Bread. Here's Why

    What a BLT needs: bacon, lettuce, tomato, and most likely, mayonnaise. How much depends on you, but an expert adds to both the top and bottom bread slices.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Assorted fresh and dried herbs

    The Critical Herb Mistake That's Costing You Flavor

    If your fresh and dried herbs aren't having the flavor impact you hoped, you might be making this mistake. Improve herbaceous recipes with these expert tips.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Raw tuna steak on stone surface surrounded by salt, peppercorns, and rosemary sprigs

    Should You Let Tuna Steaks Rest Before Eating Them?

    Thick cuts of hearty seared tuna sure look and feel like a hearty protein, so does that mean tuna steaks require the same resting time as a beef steak?

    By Dennis Lee 2 months ago Read More
  • Four cobs of glass gem corn with dried husks

    Don't Cook Multicolored Corn The Same Way As The Regular Stuff

    Corn isn't just the sweet, tender, bright yellow cobs. Multicolored glass gem corn is brilliantly hued, but you have to cook it differently.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • chicken katsu with shredded cabbage and a lemon wedge

    The Best Breadcrumbs To Use For The Crispiest Chicken Katsu

    Beautifully golden and deliciously crisp, chicken katsu's mouthwatering texture relies on a specific ingredient. You need this type of breadcrumbs.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • A chef in a striped apron plates food on a metal counter in a professional kitchen

    13 Things You'll Never See A Professional Chef Do In The Kitchen

    The best professional chefs are creative with their flavors but precise in their techniques. You’ll never see them making these common culinary mistakes.

    By Sophia Conti 2 months ago Read More
  • cooked branzino on a black board with a decorative smear of ketchup

    How Much Your Branzino Fish Should Weigh To Feed 2 People

    Branzino, that trendy fish, is not only delicious but works for any dining situation, from single to parties. But how much branzino is right for just two?

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • A hand sprinkling salt onto cooking burgers.

    The Perfect Time To Season Burgers Depends On The Texture You Want

    Well-seasoned meat is a must, but when it comes to burgers, timing is key. You'll end up with a different texture depending on when you season the meat.

    By Cassie Womack 2 months ago Read More
  • A person removes a loaf of bread from a bread maker

    Bread Makers Are Convenient But Have Some Major Downsides

    Missed out on '90s bread-core? Bread machines offer fresh-baked carbs with the flick of a switch, but we "knead" to be real about the downsides. Here's why.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Close up of a food processor

    The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Using A Food Processor

    Food processors make easy work of tasks that would take much longer by hand, but you need to avoid some common mistakes to get the best results.

    By Anita Surewicz 2 months ago Read More
  • Fresh carrots with tops placed on the ground after harvesting.

    Why You Should Remove Your Carrot Tops Immediately

    Although the leafy tops make your carrots look fresh, but removing them as soon as possible is the best way to maximize this root vegetable's shelf life.

    By Kristine Belonio 2 months ago Read More
  • grilled zucchini slices in a white bowl

    This Simple Prep Tip Will Help You Avoid Soggy Grilled Zucchini

    Zucchini doesn't have to be dull, or soggy, for that matter. Grilling can liven up zucchini, but it can also turn soggy. But there's a simple trick to fix that.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Glass of milkshake with rainbow sprinkles on top and a straw

    For The Thickest Milkshakes, Always Go For This Expert Ice Cream To Milk Ratio

    Ice cream and milk are a match made in heaven when it comes to milkshakes, but to achieve the perfect thickness, this is the ratio you should aim for.

    By Jonathan Kesh 2 months ago Read More
  • Banana slices on cooked chicken in a casserole dish next to handcuffs on a table

    TikTok's 'Banana Chicken' Feels Illegal

    Brace yourself for the viral banana chicken TikTok recipe you never wanted to see. But, shockingly, the combo just might work when done a lot better than this.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
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