One Snack Food Your Air Fryer Can't Make Properly
Your air fryer may not be the answer for your popcorn needs. Here's why you might want to avoid this appliance when making the movie night snack.
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Oyster Sauce Is The Flavor Upgrade Your Stir Fries Deserve
Whether you're looking to spruce up a bag of frozen stir-fry or make it from scratch, keep oyster sauce handy for the ultimate flavor upgrade. -
Starbucks Officially Reversed A Major Policy And It Could End Up Costing You
Starbucks reversed a major policy that was first enacted back in 2018, partially due to a decline in sales. But how will it impact you? -
What Exactly Is Russian Egg Salad And How Is It Different From The Rest?
There are many international renditions of egg salad, with unique versions found on nearly every continent - and Russia's version is hearty and filling. -
The Uncommon, Citrusy Spice You Need To Sprinkle On Your Next Batch Of Cookies
If you want to bring a citrusy kick to your cookies without adding citrus -- either juice or zest -- just grind up some of this particular spice. -
How Banana Milk Became An Iconic Drink In South Korea
Banana milk has stood proudly as one of South Korea's most iconic drinks for generations, but how did it become so enmeshed in the country's culture? -
How Is Canned Ham Different From SPAM?
While canned ham and SPAM are both pork-based products originated by Hormel Foods, they have different ingredients, uses, and histories. -
The Unique Ingredient That Makes Filipino Sorbetes Stand Out
Sorbetes don't rely on expensive ingredients like eggs and cow's milk. Instead, these frozen treats sold by street vendors transform less-pricey stuff. -
How Ina Garten Designed The Menu For Barefoot Contessa
The Barefoot Contessa's stunning menu is one of the reasons Ina Garten saw such great success, but how exactly did she come up with it every day? -
The Budget-Friendly Cognac Style You Need To Try
We chatted with Molly Horn, chief mixologist and spirits educator at Total Wine & More, to get the scoop on budget-friendly Cognacs we need to try. -
What Does Turkey Tetrazzini Mean And Where Did It Come From?
Turkey tetrazzini is a classic casserole that started out as haute cuisine for the upper echelons of society, so where did it really come from? -
Why Taco Bell Steak Has That Odd Texture
A quick look at the ingredient statements on Taco Bell's website reveals the true culprit behind the gelatinous texture of the brand's steak products. -
One Sweet Bread Swap Turns PB&J Sandwiches Into Quite The Treat
Peanut butter and jelly is a staple in many households for a reason, but if you're feeling inspired, switch out your boring sandwich bread for this. -
One Unexpected Ingredient You Should Keep On Hand For Mocktails
One difficulty emulating cocktails is that specific brightness alcoholic drinks may have to balance the sweet, so keep this ingredient stocked for complexity. -
The Unexpected US Origin Of Mochi Ice Cream
While traditional mochi cakes have been a celebrated part of Japanese culture for centuries, most Americans are more familiar with mochi-wrapped ice cream. -
Roll Rugelach More Easily With One Simple Hack
There are two types of rugelach dough you can make, but whether yours is yeasted or enriched with cream cheese, try this simple slicing hack. -
What Type Of Olives Are In Your Olive Oil?
If you've eaten different types of olives like green, black, and purple, you may find yourself wondering which kind is used to make your cooking oil. -
The Unexpected Mixed Drink You Should Add Irish Cream To
Irish cream liqueur is a delicious blend of cream, Irish Whiskey, and something sweet (usually chocolate), and it pairs shockingly well with this mixed drink. -
The One Kitchen Tool You Need To Keep Mulled Wine At The Perfect Temperature
Want to get your mulled wine to the perfect temperature every time? Stop using the stovetop method, and break out this kitchen tool instead. -
For Hassle-Free Fry Bread, There's One Canned Shortcut
Fry bread is a culturally complicated staple in many Native American traditions, and while it typically only has two ingredients, you can use a canned shortcut. -
The Salty Cheese Your Ice Cream Has Been Missing
There's a whole world of unconventional ice cream toppings out there. If you're a fan of the salty-sweet combo, try topping your next sundae with this cheese. -
Do Yourself A Favor And Store Leftover Cookie Dough In Ice Cube Trays
If you want an easy way to store cookie dough, freeze it in your ice cube tray. Doing so will give you individual-sized portions you can bake any time. -
Give Garlic Bread A Sweet Upgrade With One Pantry Staple
Garlic bread can be simple or elevated, and it's satisfying either way. While your go-to upgrade might be cheese, we recommend drizzling honey. -
Does Vanilla Extract Ever Really Expire?
Vanilla extract has an extraordinarily long shelf-life, but does it ever really expire? It depends on whether it's pure or imitation vanilla extract. -
The Precise Difference Between Collard And Mustard Greens
Mustard greens and collard greens sound and look similar at a glance, but they require different cooking methods to get the most out of them. -
The Type Of Wood Alton Brown Suggests For Your Cutting Board
Alton Brown knows a thing or two about food and the tools you use to prepare, so his recommendation for the ideal type of cutting board carries a lot of weight.
