Why You Should Never Use A Hot Pan To Cook Bacon
Placing raw bacon in a hot frying pan causes the strips to seize and shrivel, cooking the protein too quickly and leaving chewy pockets of fat.
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How To Turn Your Forgotten Dried Fruit Into Nostalgic Candy
Sour patch kids, sour gummy strips, warheads -- our childhoods were full of mouth-puckering sweets. Hit that nostalgia with homemade dried fruit sour candy. -
How To Line Your Oven With Aluminum Foil Without Damaging It
Instead of lining the bottom of your oven with foil, which can actually damage its element, try placing in on the rack beneath a pan or casserole dish. -
5 Things You Need To Know Before Grilling In Cold Weather
Yes, cold weather is on the horizon, but that doesn't mean we can't break out the grill for a cookout. Here's how you can keep things safe when you do. -
Fried Chickpeas Are The Best Crouton Swap For Protein-Packed Salads
Want to add a pop of protein to your salad but still get that classic crouton crunch? It's time to fry up some garbanzo beans for this easy swap. -
When To Use Burr Vs. Blade Coffee Grinders
Burr grinders offer more control over the grind, produce consistently sized ground coffee, and tend to be more durable - but they also cost more. -
Sour Cream Is The MVP For Moist Bisquick Coffee Cake
Got plans to make your world-famous Bisquick coffee cake? Before you do, consider adding some sour cream to the batter for an extra-tender crumb. -
How To Portion Out Pizzas For 20 Very Hungry Friends
According to the golden pizza rule, if you're planning to host 20 hungry friends for dinner, you should plan to order approximately eight pizzas. -
How To Clean Melted Plastic From Oven Racks And Floor
If a spatula or wad of plastic wrap or even a Tupperware lid melted on your oven grates and now you have to figure out a way to clean it, here's how. -
The Crucial Etiquette Rule To Know While Dining In South Korea
Whether you're visiting Seoul or just stopping by your Korean friend's house for dinner, it's vital to know good etiquette before you dive into a meal. -
How To Pair Chocolate With Whiskey Like A Pro
The rich complexities of various whiskeys can complement chocolate - whether luxuriously creamy milk chocolate or bold bittersweet - extremely well. -
The First Step To Doubling A Recipe, According To Ina Garten
If you want to double a baked good recipe, it may not be as simple as multiplying the ingredients called for. Instead, Ina Garten advises to take this step. -
How To Unclog And Clean Keurig Needles
Have you noticed that your K-cup is pouring more slowly, or you're getting grit in your cup? It may be tie to unclog and clean your Keurig needles. -
Gets Eggs To Room Temperature In No Time With A Glass Of Water
If you need to get eggs to room temperature quickly, there is a way to do so that is safe and effective - simply place them in a glass of warm water. -
Your Favorite Bread Pan Should Be Your Go-To Ice Bucket
There's nothing quite as disappointing as ice that melts quickly in your drink, watering it down. Instead, create fantastic chunks of ice with a loaf pan. -
Always Preheat Your Oven To Keep It Cleaner Than Ever
Cleaning an oven may not be your idea of a fun time but there are ways to make it easier, one of which includes preheating the appliance to loosen grime. -
Ina Garten's Pro Tip For Effortless Chocolate Curls
One of the main differences between a professional dessert and homemade? Presentation. Nail those chocolate curls with Ina Garten's stress-free tip. -
Save Your Leftover Bread Ends For A Gooey Breakfast Strata
Have a leftover loaf of crusty bread and want something deliciously satisfying for breakfast (or breakfast for dinner)? It's time to meet the strata. -
The Key Ingredient For The Crispiest Possible Sweet Potato Fries
French fries are some of the most delicious sides around, but not when they're limp and soggy. To keep your sweet potato fries crispy, just add this. -
The Unexpected Cheese And Chocolate Pairing You Need To Try ASAP
You've likely tried a chocolate cheesecake or even brownies with cream cheese, but there are so many possibilities when it comes to eating cheese and chocolate. -
Why You Should Be Storing Plastic Wrap In The Fridge
Storing your plastic wrap in the fridge instead of in a drawer prevents it from sticking to itself, saving you from wasting crumpled sheets of plastic. -
An Empty Ketchup Bottle Will Change How You Make Pancakes Forever
Though your empty ketchup containers might seem destined for the recycling bin, they actually serve as excellent - and mess-free - pancake batter dispensers. -
Upgrade Mediocre Cornbread With Your Favorite Fruit
If you want to enhance your cornbread recipe and even add in some extra moisture, try adding some fruits to the mix, from blueberries to peaches. -
How To Season Your Pancake Batter For Irresistible Flavor
If you want to elevate your standard pancake box mix, simply add some spices to the batter - pumpkin, chai, vanilla, and cocoa are just some of the options. -
A Spray Bottle Full Of Whiskey Will Elevate Your Smoked Meats
Spritzing meat while with whiskey provides a quick, even coating and helps to lock in moisture, keeping the meat softer, tastier, and more succulent. -
Why Mayo Doesn't Work As A Yogurt Substitute
So you're halfway through the recipe and you've realized -- you don't have yogurt, or it's gone bad. Whatever you do, don't grab the mayo. It just won't work. -
Giada De Laurentiis' Flavorful Secret To Panzanella Salad
Tempted to try a Tuscan favorite and make a panzanella salad? To really amp up the flavor, follow Giada De Laurentiis' simple but delicious advice.
