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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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How Long An Open Jar Of Jelly Will Last In Your Fridge
Jelly is a ubiquitous good found in so many of our homes -- but if we don't eat it regularly, we may find ourselves wondering just how long that open jar lasts.
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What Gives Cheddar Cheese Its Iconic Orange Hue?
In the United States, cheddar is mostly known for its startling orange color, but elsewhere, it's a pale cream. What makes some cheddar orange and why?
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What It Really Means When Your Eggs Float In Water
You have probably heard that when an egg floats, it's rotten. Well, maybe, but not necessarily. You need to crack the egg to see if it's really gone off.
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Should You Eat Peanut Butter Every Day? This Is What Happens If You Do
For anyone with a prevalent craving for some tasty peanut butter, it's worth asking whether or not too much of a good thing can become a bad thing.
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How Long Does Coffee Creamer Last In The Fridge?
A big jug of coffee creamer can be a blessing in your morning Joe, but often, a little goes a long way. So how long do you have to use up the whole lot?
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Greek Vs Regular Yogurt: Everything You Need To Know
Texture, taste, nutrition; not all yogurt is created equal. As for Greek yogurt vs regular yogurt, there are some key differences you should know about.
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The Science Behind Why Bacon And Eggs Taste So Good Together
Bacon and eggs go together like toast and jam -- they just make sense. But why? What about this exact combination is so good? Science has the answer.
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How Long Canned Tuna Is Good For Once It's Opened
Got an open can of tuna but can't finish it all in one go? Stick that sucker in the fridge and, if stored properly, it should last about four days.
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How To Store Cooked Rice So It Doesn't Dry Out
Rice is one of those ubiquitous sides that goes with everything, and it's so easy to batch prep. But how do you store it without it drying out?
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Is The Dishwasher Salmon Hack Genius Or Salmonella-Inducing?
When was the last time you made buttery salmon but didn't heat up the kitchen or scent the house with fish? If you use your dishwasher, you can do just that.
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The Controversial, But Crucial Step You Need To Know For Better Stir-Fries
Stir-fries are quick to cook and delicious to eat, but there's a traditional (and controversial) step that you shouldn't overlook to tenderize your meat.
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Why You Should Never Eat Raw Flour
We all know that there's a risk of salmonella from raw cookie dough, but there's also a chance of E. coli -- and not from the eggs but the raw flour.
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We Finally Know Why Canned Beans Are Foamy When Rinsed
Canned beans make so many meals just that much easier -- they're nutritious, quick, and delicious. But just what is that foam that appears when you rinse them?
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When Do You Have To Worry About Fried Rice Syndrome?
The so-called fried rice syndrome actually applies to any cooked starch left at room temperature, and yes, it can be quite serious to many people.
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The Scientific Reason Blue Cheese Is Moldy But Safe To Eat
It's safe to say that most of us know that blue cheese has strains of mold in it, but what makes this mold safe to eat while other varieties are so darn toxic?
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Why Giada De Laurentiis Never Eats Eggs For Breakfast
Giada De Laurentiis prefers her morning fuel to come from satiating, slow-digesting carbs - which provide ample energy for her busy days - rather than eggs.
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Is Sourdough Bread Gluten-Free?
Sourdough bread is delicious, surprisingly nutritious, and while it contains lower levels of chemicals that will irritate tummies, it is not gluten free.
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