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  • Potato gnocchi on plate with creamy dressing and scallions

    The Unexpected Swap To Make Potato Salad In Half The Time

    Love potato salad but hate the extensive prep of cleaning and cooking potato? There's an easy swap that's ready faster than you can say, "more please!"

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Stack of french toast with butter on top

    The Crunchy Step You Shouldn't Skip When Making French Toast

    Though it may seem strange, toasting your bread before making French toast helps trap moisture inside the bread, while the outside remains crisp and crunchy.

    By Avery Tomaso January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Chef Giada de Laurentiis on red carpet

    How Giada De Laurentiis Puts Stale Leftover Panettone To Use

    If you have leftover panettone from the holidays, take a tip from Italian chef Giada De Laurentiis and revive the bread for this classic topper.

    By Avery Tomaso January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Fried chicken with crunchy outside

    A Bag Of Fritos Is Your Secret For Flavorful And Crunchy Fried Chicken

    Frito-crusted fried chicken will give your meal the crunch you crave, with flavors that are unexpected but delicious. Plus, it pairs well with multiple sauces.

    By Erica Martinez January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • garlic bread in basket

    The Step You Should Skip To Prevent Soggy Garlic Bread

    If your garlic bread tends to turn out soft and soggy instead of crispy, you might want to skip a sneaky step that's called for in many recipes.

    By Carly Weaver January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Whole and sliced red onions

    Onion Cooking Hacks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

    Cooking with onions may seem daunting, but they are a total culinary staple for a reason. Here are some essential cooking tips you'll need for them.

    By Emily M Alexander January 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Ice cubes of broth on plate with vegetables

    The Ice Cube Tray Hack That Makes Freezing Stock Easier Than Ever

    If you want soup in a pinch, there's an easy way to do so. Simply use your ice cube tray to freeze individual portions of stock that you can thaw any time.

    By L Valeriote January 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    Ina Garten's Pro Tip To Make Simple Ingredients Shine

    People turn to Ina Garten's expertise about cooking and entertaining for good reason. The chef has a wealth of pro tips to offer, focusing on a key element.

    By Jennifer Mathews January 12th, 2024 Read More
  • sliced bone-in ham

    Is It Safe To Cook Frozen Ham Without Thawing?

    Everyone loves a baked ham, but thawing from frozen is extremely time-consuming. Learn the best tips for cooking a ham straight from the freezer.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 11th, 2024 Read More
  • cooking instant ramen

    The Peanut Butter Hack For Better Instant Ramen Broth

    Instant ramen isn't just for college kids anymore, especially as food prices continue to rise. But if you want to upgrade it, try this peanut butter hack.

    By Jennifer Mathews January 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Pasta salad with fresh vegetables

    The Sheet Pan Hack To Quickly Cool Pasta Salad

    Whether you need to make pasta salad quickly for a last-minute event or are simply hungry and can't wait, this sheet pan trick can speed things up.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Closeup of Ree Drummond

    Why Ree Drummond Prefers To Buy Frozen Vegetables

    This is why famed chef Ree Drummond, known as The Pioneer Woman, usually prefers to buy frozen vegetables for her staple stews, casseroles, and more.

    By Erica Martinez January 11th, 2024 Read More
  • creamy green onion potato salad

    How To Boil Potatoes For Tender, Fluffy Potato Salad

    To avoid ending up with mushy potato salad, start boiling your spuds in cold water, as the gradual rise in temperature allows their insides more time to cook.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten at 2023 Library Lions Gala in NYC

    The Reason Ina Garten Refuses To Use Table Salt

    Ina Garten has her specifics in the kitchen, just like we all do -- but why does she absolutely refuse to use table salt when she's cooking?

    By Jennifer Mathews January 11th, 2024 Read More
  • making soup

    12 Mistakes To Avoid When Making Soup

    Soup is one of the simplest meals that a home cook can make, but that doesn't mean it's without pitfalls. Avoid these mistakes when putting a pot on the stove.

    By Brian Good January 10th, 2024 Read More
  • rotisserie chicken being cooked over fire

    Turn Rotisserie Chicken Into A Bread Alternative With One Easy Tool

    Chaffles are popular treats that combine cheese and eggs pressed into a waffle iron; now you can use the same concept with shredded rotisserie chicken.

    By Jennifer Waldera January 10th, 2024 Read More
  • hard boiled eggs in bowl

    Here's How Long A Batch Of Hard-Boiled Eggs Will Stay Good

    If you like to boil eggs in advance for a quick snack or a shortcut to egg salad, learn how long hard-boiled eggs will last when stored in the fridge.

    By Jennifer Mathews January 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Frying pan of carrots

    Essential Tips You Need When Cooking With Carrots

    Carrots are healthy and nutritious, and can be used in countless dishes. But they're a little tricky to get right. Here's some tips when cooking with them.

    By Emily M Alexander January 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten at Mary Poppins Returns red carpet

    Ina Garten's Sauce Tip To Stop Chicken From Getting Soggy

    If you love chicken Parmesan or marsala but often find the meat soggy and unpalatable, there's a trick to getting around this and Ina Garten has the answer.

    By Jennifer Mathews January 9th, 2024 Read More
  • tuna salad sandwich on cutting board next to pickle slices and potato chips

    The Creamy Ingredient Swap For Tuna Salad Without Mayo

    Greek yogurt is creamy and thick with a touch of tanginess, making it a solid, protein-rich substitute for mayonnaise in dishes like tuna salad.

    By Jennifer Waldera January 9th, 2024 Read More
  • slow cooker cooking vegetables and meat

    The Warning Sign A Slow Cooker Recipe Isn't Worth Following

    If a recipe doesn't specify the size and shape of the slow cooker required, it's a potential red flag that the meal may not turn out as expected.

    By Jennifer Mathews January 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Ree Drummond smiling

    Ree Drummond's Secret Weapon Ingredient For Creamy Lasagna

    Lasagna is always a crowd pleaser but there are ways to amplify it even further, such as Ree Drummond's unique ingredient for a creamier result.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Grilled chicken in cast iron pan

    The Biggest Mistake You Can Make When Flipping Chicken

    If you're impatient when cooking chicken, the biggest mistake you can make it's not letting it cook through and letting it release naturally from the pan.

    By Annie Epstein January 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten laughing with a microphone

    Ina Garten's Flour Hack To Clean Sandy Mussels

    Preparing mussels requires some prep time to clean them properly since sand and debris can build up in the shell. But Ina Garten has a trick using only flour.

    By Jennifer Mathews January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain at 2015 Creative Arts Emmy Awards red carpet

    The Worst Bun For Burgers, According To Anthony Bourdain

    A burger's bun needs to hold up to the main draw: the patty. If it disintegrates before you finish, it's no good, at least according to late Anthony Bourdain.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands taking lettuce leaves from ice bath

    An Ice Bath Is Key To Making Crispier Salads

    If you had every intention of making a fresh salad when buying lettuce from the grocery store but the leaves have now wilted, use this ice back trick.

    By Annie Epstein January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Tomato and meat sauce on pasta

    Canned Soups That Make The Best Pasta Sauces

    A can of soup can be used for more than one type of meal. Here are some canned soup varieties that make an excellent ingredient for pasta sauces.

    By Suzannah Kolbeck January 8th, 2024 Read More
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