The Salad Spinner Hack To Quickly Defrost Shrimp
The salad spinner is amazing for thawing frozen shrimp, as it does so without the risk of creating rubbery seafood - a common issue with microwave defrosting.
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Stories By Riya Anne Polcastro
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The Accidental 1940s Origin Of Nachos
Without the creativity of a local restaurant worker in Mexico in 1940, we may have never know nachos. Here's the story of Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya. -
The Best Liquor To Minimize Your Chances Of A Gnarly Hangover
Beyond the alcoholic strength of a drink, there's sneaky factor that influences why certain liquors give you a nasty hangover more quickly than others. -
Here's How Long You Can Eat Cream Cheese After Opening
As a fresh cheese, cream cheese can be delicate, but learning about its shelf life and how to store it properly can help you use it before it goes bad. -
Potato Candy Puts A Sweet Spin On Leftover Mashed Potatoes
It's easy to dismiss potato candy as a strange and gimmicky idea, but this treat is beloved around the world and even has a special place in American history. -
The Difference Between Sunny-Side Up And Over-Easy Eggs Is One Flip
Fried eggs are a staple in many a breakfast, but there are different types we should all know, including the difference between over easy and sunny side up. -
A Thumbprint Easily Prevents Your Burgers From Turning Into Meatballs
To prevent your burger patties from swelling up into meat balloons, make an indent in the middle of the raw patty with your thumb before cooking. -
Jet Tila's Baking Soda And Needle Trick To Peel Boiled Eggs Faster
If you want to make peeling your hard boiled eggs so much faster (and easier!), then you need to use Jet Tila's tip of poking your egg and using baking soda. -
Serve Up A Better, Fresher Salad By Chilling The Bowls
For salads that are as fresh, cool, and crisp as ones from a great restaurant, learn how to effectively chill your bowls for both tossing and serving. -
The Dish Ina Garten Never Serves At Dinner Parties
Ina Garten is just as known for her hosting abilities as she is for her mastery in the kitchen, so when she says to avoid certain dishes, we listen. -
The Time-Consuming Pork Chop Prep Step You Can Skip Entirely
Pork chops are naturally moist all on their own, so there's really no need to brine them before cooking to end up with deliciously succulent meat. -
The Tortilla Step You Shouldn't Skip For Perfect Enchiladas
To ensure your enchiladas come out perfect every time, always make sure to fry the tortillas first so that they can hold up to the fillings and sauce. -
The Unsanitary Way The Screwdriver Cocktail Got Its Name
If you wondered how the screwdriver got its name and assumed it had something to do with real screwdrivers, you're bang on. Or at least that's what legends say. -
Your Freezer Is Key For Crunchier Potato Chips
If you want to prevent your open bag of potato chips from going stale, you need to try this hack: Simply put your bag straight into the freezer. -
Why Canned Fish Comes In Such Small Containers
Small tins of fish make sense for many consumers who want to snack on the go, especially since storing pungent fishy leftovers isn't high on everyone's list.
