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Costco's rotisserie chickens are iconic, and, until recently, came in clamshell plastic boxes. However, to reduce its environmental impact, it switched to bags.
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Martha Stewart's Favorite Tip For Storing Lemon Zest
Martha Stewart knows a thing or two about storage, and she embraces the idea of keeping your lemon zest fresher for longer by keeping it in her freezer. -
Giada De Laurentiis' Tip For Making A Restaurant Reservation In Italy
When dining in Italy, take a tip from Giada De Laurentiis and make a restaurant reservation for a very specific hour if you want the best experience. -
Why Bobby Flay Prefers To Serve His Food Family-Style
When entertaining, Bobby Flay enjoys serving his food family-style because it is easier for the host and offers a better experience for the guests. -
Cottage Cheese Is The Easiest Way To Beef Up Boxed Oatmeal
Cottage cheese is the secret key ingredient for the creamiest, heartiest oatmeal that will brighten your morning and keep you energized all day long. -
How To Store Dill So It Stays Fresher Longer
Do you have an abundance of fresh dill on your hands, but you don't want it to go limp and sad? Then you need to store it one of two ways in the fridge. -
Think Twice Before Cleaning Your Wooden Cutting Boards With A Lemon
Lemons can be effective for cleaning for various areas in your kitchen, but here's what you need to know about using lemon to clean a wooden cutting board. -
Why You Should Be Drinking Red Wine With Burgers, According To An Expert
You may not think red wine and burgers go together hand in hand, but, according to bar manager Cody Freed at the Infinite Monkey Theorem, they just make sense. -
Don't Worry, Bobby Flay's Dessert Pizza Still Has Cheese
When you picture dessert pizza, you probably don't picture it covered in mozzarella, but Chef Bobby Flay has a recipe incorporating another delicious cheese. -
The Seasoning Mistake You're Probably Making When Cooking Rice
Cooking rice seems so simple that you may not think to consult a recipe - which is why there's a chance that you're making a mistake when preparing this grain. -
The Myth You Should Stop Believing About The Tequila Worm
Impress your friends with this fun trivia fact next time they break out the tequila, and know what you're buying when you see a bottle with a worm on the shelf. -
Serve Pork Tenderloin With Fruit For The Perfect Mixture Of Sweet And Savory
For pork loin dish that feels fancy and exciting, trade the ho-hum garnishes for fruit in all its delicious forms, the perfect complement to the savory meat. -
The Best Way To Reheat Cookies For A Soft, Chewy Result
If you prefer soft and chewy cookies, make sure to wrap them in a damp paper towel and then reheat them in the microwave for delicious results. -
Lemon Juice Is Your Ticket To Upgrading Jarred Spaghetti Sauce
Using jarred sauce for your pasta dishes is a fantastic shortcut, but you are missing out on serious flavor if you don't add some lemon juice to the mix. -
To Sip Or To Stir — What Are Those Tiny Cocktail Straws For?
Those tiny little stir sticks that can double as straws if you really, really need them to -- just what are they actually there for and how do you use them? -
The Fingertip Trick You Should Know For Perfectly-Cooked Rice
Using your fingertip can help regulate the amount of water you use to cook your rice, which ultimately influences the texture of each grain. -
For A Nutty Twist On Boxed Pancakes, Add Almond Extract
Boxed pancakes are a great way to get breakfast done fast, but you can make them even tastier with the simple addition of a little almond extract. -
What Is Namelaka And What Makes It Different From Ganache?
You might not have heard of namelaka, but you'll be glad you did. Find out how it differs from ganache and some tips for making the perfect namelaka. -
What Gives Raindrop Cakes That Dewy Look?
Raindrop cakes hit social media like a storm a few years ago, but many people may find themselves wondering how these gem-like desserts are made. -
The Coffee Filter Folding Tip You Probably Didn't Know About
If you're just popping your paper filter straight into your drip coffee maker, you're making a classic mistake and are at greater risk of your filter tearing. -
Why It's So Difficult To Carbonate Canned Cocktails
Canned cocktails have made leaps and strides in recent years, but there is still a real challenge in making them carbonated and shelf-stable. -
The Easy Way You Can Remove Rust From Your Cookie Cutters
Whether you inherited a set of antique cutters or you simply found some of your favorites have gone a little rusty, cleaning up your cookie cutters is simple. -
How To Score Sourdough Bread For A Beautiful Rise Every Time
Interested in making your own sourdough? You may be wondering how to get those beautiful scores on the finished product -- thankfully, it's easy. -
The Plates Ina Garten Never Uses When Hosting A Dinner Party
No one throws a dinner party like Ina Garten throws a dinner party, and if you want to know her secrets, a lot of it boils down to presentation. -
Whatever Happened To Umaro Foods After Shark Tank?
Umaro Foods produce a unique take on bacon -- made out of sustainably harvested seaweed. Great for the environment, but how did it fare with the Sharks? -
Should You Store Focaccia In The Fridge Or At Room Temperature?
Unless it's heaped with quick-to-spoil ingredients such as meats and cheese, focaccia should always be stored at room temperature instead of in the fridge. -
What Gives Cheddar Cheese Its Iconic Orange Hue?
In the United States, cheddar is mostly known for its startling orange color, but elsewhere, it's a pale cream. What makes some cheddar orange and why?