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  • Slices of garlic bread

    For Crispy And Creamy Garlic Bread, Add Mayo Instead Of Butter

    Taste-wise, mayonnaise adds a touch of tang to garlic bread that you wouldn't get from regular butter. It also adds just the right amount of creaminess.

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • Bacon in pan frying over outdoor fire

    Don't Wait For Camping Season To Cook Bacon On An Open Fire

    If you think campfire cooking is only for summertime s'mores, you need to try building a backyard fire this winter and roasting some truly superb bacon.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • Scooping ice cream

    How To Soften Ice Cream That's Too Frozen To Scoop

    When you don't have time to leave ice cream out on the counter, this softening method delivers a perfectly scoopable sweet treat in record time.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • Block of cream cheese on a plate

    Why You Shouldn't Leave Cream Cheese On The Counter To Soften

    Defrosting cream cheese on the counter should be avoided for a very important reason, so try these two faster, better methods for softening it.

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • hands making fresh pasta shapes

    How To Store Fresh Pasta In The Freezer

    If you try making fresh pasta and realize how easy it is to do, you may never go back to store-bought again. Here's how to store batches in the freezer too.

    By Carly Weaver Read More
  • Whipping cream with whisk

    The Crucial Difference In French Vs Swiss Vs Italian Buttercream

    Buttercream is buttercream, right? Wrong! There are three types (not including American buttercream), and they all vary in taste, preparation, and consistency.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • closeup of four fried eggs

    Fried Egg Hacks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

    Who doesn't love a fried egg? But we get it -- sometimes it's challenging to fry up an egg to perfection. No worries. We've got several excellent hacks.

    By Felicia Lee Read More
  • Mayai pasua on plate with herbal iodized sea salt

    Mayai Pasua Is The Fresh, Herby Hard-Boiled Egg You Must Try

    Hard-boiled eggs are a staple in many kitchens, but mayai pasua is a Kenyan delight that will bring crisp freshness to your egg's creaminess.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Shiny side of parchment paper

    Why Using The Shiny Side Of Parchment Paper Actually Matters

    You might think both sides of your parchment paper were created equal, but you might be wrong. If one side is dull and the other shiny, they aren't the same.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Fennel seeds in wooden measuring spoon

    Fennel Can And Will Change Your Jarred Tomato Sauce Forever

    There's nothing wrong with store bought, and jarred tomato sauce is no exception. However, to spice things up a bit, consider adding fennel.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Alton Brown holding up his candy-like bacon strip

    Alton Brown's Sugar Trick For Ridiculously Crunchy Bacon

    Alton Brown's sugar trick turns each slice into crunchy, candy-like bacon by sprinkling it with muscovado sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

    By Jennifer Mathews Read More
  • A hand holding a non-stick pan

    The Oil Mistake You're Probably Making With Non-Stick Pans

    Non-stick pans are a blessing in the kitchen but if you're not using some oil to cook with them, it could be a big mistake when it comes to the lifespan.

    By Khyati Dand Read More
  • Pepperoni pizza in a cast iron pan

    Ditch The Oven, Cook Your Frozen Pizza In A Cast Iron Pan

    Using a cast iron pan to cook frozen pizza is a simple method that results in a crispier pie with perfectly melted cheese and more uniformly cooked toppings.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • Ina Garten on stage at 2019 New Yorker Festival

    Why Ina Garten Ditches The Spaghetti For Bolognese

    Sure, we've all probably had a cheeky spaghetti bolognese -- aka spag bol -- but it's the opposite of traditional. Here's what pasta Ina Garten uses instead.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • Knife cutting fillet of salmon

    The Trick To Cutting An Uneven Piece Of Fish So That It Heats Nicely

    Fish is a tasty, nutritious dish, but when your cuts of meat are uneven, it can make cooking difficult. Fortunately, there are ways to cook evenly regardless.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • creamy mashed potato puree

    Rehydrate Chips For The Dreamiest Mashed Potato Puree

    Is your meal missing a certain something, maybe a starch, but you don't have anything but potato chips? Don't worry. You can make a mouth-watering potato puree.

    By Jennifer Mathews Read More
  • man storing prepared food ingredients in containers

    Meal Prep Mistakes That Can Lead To Food Poisoning

    Meal prepping requires some safety precautions -- especially if you're working with raw meat. Here's the bigger mistakes people make and how to avoid them.

    By Felicia Lee Read More
  • bacon rack in oven

    The One Step That Will Stop Bacon From Sticking To Your Oven Rack

    The simple trick to prevent your bacon from sticking to the wire rack is to shift it halfway through cooking, ensuring the crispiest and best results.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen Read More
  • Woman cutting up a banana

    Fresh Bananas Are The Perfect One-Step Air Fryer Dessert

    Armed with an air fryer, a home cook can do just about anything they want in the kitchen -- including make delicious desserts with just one simple fruit.

    By Audrey Enjoli Read More
  • Cast iron pan full of hash brown patties

    Eggs Benedict Is Even More Comforting With A Hash Brown Base

    If you love eggs Benedict, but are looking for new ways to experiment with the brunch dish, try making it even more comforting with a hash brown base.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • Spoon of crystallized honey

    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.

    By Luke Field Read More
  • Smothered burrito

    Turn Your Sad Frozen Burritos Into A Fully-Loaded Casserole

    All you need is a can of enchilada sauce and some shredded cheese to transform those frozen burritos in your freezer into a flavorful Tex-Mex bake.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Eggs in bowl with mini whisk for scramble

    The Mini Kitchen Tool That Scrambles Eggs With Ease

    A mini whisk is perfect for scrambling a couple of eggs for a single-serve breakfast without needing to pull out a bigger pan or kitchen utensil.

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • sticks of sweet cream butter

    What Is Sweet Cream Butter And Is It Actually Different From Standard?

    You may have seen sweet cream butter at the store and wondered what's so special about it, and the definition behind this label is surprisingly simple.

    By Carly Weaver Read More
  • Bowl of Jell-O

    Frozen Jell-O Is As Close As You Can Get To Eating Stained Glass

    Sometimes, the forbidden calls. For anemics, it's rocks -- for everyone else, we may wonder just what that stained glass tastes like. Find out with Jell-O!

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • Ina Garten at event

    Ina Garten's Best Hacks For Roasting Vegetables

    Ina Garten rocks on every level in the kitchen! And roasting vegetables is absolutely no exception. Peek in here for Ina's hacks on perfect veggie roasting.

    By Emily M Alexander Read More
  • S'mores with chocolate and marshmallows

    Your Air Fryer Is Key To Cooking S'mores Without A Campfire

    Your trusted air fryer is the secret to customizable, ooey-gooey s'mores, ready in just a fraction of the time, all from the comfort of your home.

    By Audrey Enjoli Read More
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