The mixture of textures in bacon jam, as well as its sweet yet intensely savory taste, makes it a great addition to sauces and gravies, giving them extra body.
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.
Hard boiled eggs are a super versatile ingredient for many dishes. If you have leftovers, try turning them into elegant tea sandwiches for a snack or party.
Let's take that homemade meatloaf of yours and give it some pizzazz, shall we. These ingredients just might knock your socks off. Did we mention shrimp?
There are many ways to cook hot dogs but boiling them in water is a foolproof method for quick and juicy results. If you want to vary it, try beer or broth.
Fortunately, there are some ingredients capable of replacing eggs in mayo. Chickpea water (also known as aquafaba) and soy milk are two worthy alternatives.
Mason jars are good for storing, preparing, and transporting food - which is probably why they're Martha Stewart's secret weapon for make-ahead salads.
While there are similarities between lemons and limes, they're not always interchangeable due to differences in their flavor profiles and juice volumes.
Whether you prefer to cook it on the stove, in the oven, or in an air fryer, it's important to drain, rinse, and dry your canned asparagus spears first.
Alton Brown knows a thing about brown butter - he uses the ingredient in copious recipes. Here's why he says the color of your pan matters when making it.
For those of us who dread peeling potatoes, this ice water trick will help you slide the skins right off with no risk of cutting yourself or making a mess.
It happens to the best of us - you reach for tortilla chips to dip in guac to only realize they're totally stale. Here's how to revive them with the microwave.
Making Marshmallow Fluff at home is as simple as combining marshmallows with a small amount of corn syrup - just enough to keep the mixture soft and gooey.
If you love the smell of your Christmas tree, you should learn how to use parts of it in your drinks, desserts, and more for the ultimate holiday spread.
Slicing Hasselback potatoes without accidentally cutting them in two can difficult, so use this chopstick trick to prevent your knife from going too far.
When you think salad, you likely think a plate of fresh vegetables topped with some sort of dressing -- unless you're from the South or Midwest, that is.
If you're really looking to take your next shrimp boil up to new heights, you've got to try swapping out water for beer. Trust us and say thank you later.