Adding A Sprinkle Of Salt To Watermelon Is A Long-Time Southern Tradition
There are many popular Southern traditions revolving around food, and adding a touch of salt to fresh watermelon is one that has recently gone viral.
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How Legit Is The Refrigerator Test For Olive Oil?
Many factors can affect the exact temperatures at which an oil begins to solidify, including the region and specific climate each harvest was grown in. -
Wait, Are Peanuts Beans, Not Nuts?
It's easy to see why people think peanuts are nuts -- it's in the name, after all! But peanuts aren't nuts at all; rather, they are something called legumes. -
Ever Wonder Why The Great British Bake Off Is Filmed In A Tent?
The developers of The Great British Bake Off, also called The Great British Baking Show, wanted a very specific aesthetic when picking their location. -
Is Double Cream The Same As Heavy Whipping Cream?
Double cream, popular across the pond in The United Kingdom, is similar to what we have in North America, heavy whipping cream, but it has more fat. -
Why You Should Never Store Avocados Or Citrus In Water
While this so-called hack has been making the rounds on social media, it is not safe to store any fruit, including avocados and citrus, in water in the fridge. -
Ever Wonder About What Makes Lemons Yellow?
Carotenoids, specifically, are responsible for the yellow and orange pigments that naturally emerge as lemons, which start off green, continue to ripen. -
The Worst Cut Of Chicken To Use For Smoking
Chicken may not be the first meat you think of when it comes to smoking, but so long as you avoid this one cut, you'll end up with a delicious dish. -
How To Store Dill So It Stays Fresher Longer
Do you have an abundance of fresh dill on your hands, but you don't want it to go limp and sad? Then you need to store it one of two ways in the fridge. -
How Long Does Steak Last In The Fridge?
So, you bought a steak a few days ago, and you forgot about it and need to make sure it's still safe to eat. Well, just how long does steak last in the fridge? -
Why Some Gummy Candy Actually Isn't Vegan
If you're familiar with candy, you likely know that gummies usually have gelatin, making them not plant based. Fortunately, some are totally vegan. -
Why It Seems Like Tomatoes Are Becoming Less Flavorful
No, you're not imagining it: Tomatoes today are a lot less flavorful on average than they used to be. And this has a lot to do with American history. -
What Is Natto And What Does It Taste Like?
Natto has seen a surge in popularity due to its nutritional benefits and divisive taste. Here is everything you need to know about the Japanese dish. -
Don't Skip This Step To Make Lamb Less Gamey
If you're cooking lamb but you want it to be a little less gamey, you need to try soaking the meat in salt and vinegar before you start cooking. -
For Better Cookies, Mix Baking Soda And Powder
If you want your cookie to get that beautiful golden brown and cook through at an even rate, you need to try adding both baking powder and soda to your dough. -
Is Canned Coconut Milk Supposed To Separate?
If you're cooking with a can of coconut milk, and notice that the ingredients have separated when you go to open it, it's okay and totally normal. -
Ever Wonder Why Some Pepperoni Isn't Refrigerated?
When you're at the grocery store looking for pepperoni, it can be confusing to see it sold in refrigerated and unrefrigerated sections. Here's why it's both. -
The Difference Between Crispy And Crunchy Textures
There's a good chance that you've used the words crunchy and crispy interchangeably, but they are actually two distinct and beloved categories of food. -
Giada De Laurentiis' Tip For Better Pizza Crust Is Actually Ice
If you want to ensure you get the perfect pizza crust every time and limit your risk of burning, you may want to bake it with a little crushed iced on top. -
The Reason Soft Serve Isn't Technically Considered Ice Cream
Soft serve, ice cream, frozen yogurt - aren't they all basically the same? Not so fast. Here's a big reason why it can't be considered one and the same. -
Customize Your Bao Buns' Flavor And Texture With Different Types Of Flour
While any variety of wheat flour should suffice for making bao, the amount of gluten in your dough can significantly affect the buns' appearance and texture. -
Why Cornstarch Is Key To Making Your Scrambled Eggs Better
If you want to enjoy the silkiest, creamiest scrambled eggs of your life, you don't need fancy techniques: You just need to add a cornstarch slurry. -
Why It's So Difficult To Carbonate Canned Cocktails
Canned cocktails have made leaps and strides in recent years, but there is still a real challenge in making them carbonated and shelf-stable. -
Think Twice Before Storing Basil In The Fridge
The urge to put all your fresh herbs into the fridge is strong, but doing so can actually make basil, a warm weather plant, wilt faster. Here's how to store it. -
Robusta Vs Arabica: Which Coffee Delivers The Biggest Caffeine Kick?
If you want to get the most caffeinated bang for your buck, you shouldn't actually turn to arabica beans, but rather you should look to robusta. -
How Acidity Affects The Shelf Life Of Canned Foods
Acid can act as a preservative to keep food safer for longer. But if that's true, why do acidic canned goods like tomatoes have a shorter shelf life? -
New Reports Reveal Concerning Amounts Of Lead In Kids' Lunchables
If you looked into your lunch box as a kid and saw Lunchables, you were immediately excited, but that excitement has dwindled after recent reports of lead.
