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Next time you make deviled eggs, consider using sour cream instead of mayo - its creamy, rich texture and tang adds some delicious complexity to the dish.
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Why Excessive Meal Modification Is Bad Etiquette
When you rock up to a restaurant, look the menu over, and decide to make even several simple modifications, you're making everyone's life harder. -
The Key Difference Between Orzo And Risotto
You've likely eaten both, but do you know the difference between orzo and risotto? One is a pasta, and the other is a deliciously creamy rice dish. -
The Nut With The Most Protein Per Serving
If you're looking for a cheap but delicious way to add a little protein to your diet, all you need to do is get this inexpensive nut, err, legume. -
The Perplexing Myth You Should Stop Believing About Boiling Water
You may have heard several notions about how to boil water faster, and while some tips are legit, one widespread myth in particular just isn't true. -
Why There's A White Foam In Your Pasta Water
The white foam in pasta water is actually starch, and it helps creates consistently smooth and glossy sauces that will evenly coat every piece of pasta. -
The Flavorful Difference Between Rump Roast And Bottom Round Steak
While still technically part of the round, the rump's relatively higher fat levels make for a slightly more flavorful and tender cut of meat. -
What To Do With Honey When It's Already Crystallized
Looking for your bottle of honey only to discover that the thing has crystallized? Never fear! That honey is still good -- just treat it a little differently. -
Julia Child's Favorite Brand Of Mayo Is A Classic
Julia Child is the queen of French cooking and masterful recipes but even she has shortcuts like choosing this favorite brand of mayo for many dishes. -
Is It Safe To Eat Frozen Meat After It Expires?
While frozen meat remains safe for consumption after its expiration date, keeping it frozen for an extended period can lead to drawbacks in taste and texture. -
How Lemon Juice Makes Steak Scientifically More Delicious
Science and art go hand in hand, but when you throw cooking into the mix, real magic happens. For the best steak of your life, add a little acid. -
The Country That Produces The Most Beer In The World
Certain countries may come to mind when you think of big beer culture, but you probably can't guess which country actually produces the most beer in the world. -
How Duke's Mayo Became The Go-To Condiment In The South
Duke's mayo and Southern cooking are practically synonyms at this point, but how did that come to be? What makes this mayo so stinking special? A lot, actually. -
What Is The Actual Flavor Of Prickly Pear?
Recognizable for their flat, paddle-shaped leaves with bulbous fruits sprouting from their tops, these cacti are an excellent source of food. -
The Reason Orange Juice Concentrate Fell Off The Face Of The Earth
Most households in America used to keep orange juice concentrate in the freezer, but it's quickly sinking into obscurity for a few reasons. -
Make Your Bacon Grease Stash Last Way Longer With One Extra Step
Cooking bacon not only yields a great dish but also leftover bacon grease that you can use in place of butter or oil. Here's how to make it last longer. -
The Difference Between Dicing And Cubing In Recipes
When it comes to dicing and cubing veggies and meats for your recipes, it's not one size fits all. Here are key differences between the two methods. -
Swap Your Go-To Smashed Potatoes For Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts serve as excellent substitutes for smashed potatoes because they can be seasoned and paired with a wide array of other ingredients. -
Are Sprouted Onions Safe To Eat?
It's perfectly safe to eat a sprouted onion. The sprout isn't an indication of rot, but rather a signal of the onion's potentially bitter flavor profile. -
The Biggest Mistake You're Definitely Making When Cutting Pizza
If you make pizza at home and want perfect restaurant results, you may be making this one big mistake when cutting your pizza and it all has to do with timing. -
French Onion Dip Is The MVP For Creamy, Savory Mashed Potatoes
An unexpected twist that consistently elevates both the creaminess and delightful savoriness of mashed potatoes is the addition of French onion dip. -
Why Flour Grown In The Southern Vs Northern US Tastes Different
Flour may seem straightforward, but there are plenty of factors that can affect its performance, including whether it was grown in the Northern or Southern U.S. -
The Must-Know Dipping Etiquette For Cheese Fondue
Once a retro food trend, fondue is making a strong comeback. But to fully enjoy this delightfully cheesy meal, it's important to observe the dipping etiquette. -
The Italian Dish That Gloriously Unites Steak With Leftover Pizza Sauce
What exactly do you do when you have half a jar of leftover pizza sauce but can't stomach another pizza? Why, you make carne alla pizzaiola, of course. -
The Country That Produces The Most Watermelon In The World
Watermelon is quite a popular fruit in America, as it's a summer staple, but there's another country that far surpasses the U.S. in watermelon production. -
Why You'll Never Eat 'Real' Brie Cheese In The US
Real brie cheese is hard to find in the US, that's because it's typically made in France with raw cow's milk, which isn't allowable in America. -
Most Of The World's Saffron Comes From One Country (And It's Not India)
Saffron is a spice that many people might associate with Indian food since it's part of many dishes, but India isn't the biggest supplier; this country is.