The Step You Shouldn't Skip When Roasting A Whole Cauliflower
Blanching your cauliflower in salted water gives its interior a chance to season itself before the roasting process, infusing the entire head with flavor.
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You Should Be Buying Canned Chipotles Just For The Sauce
Canned chipotles often come soaking in delicious adobo sauce, and it's the perfect addition to so many foods from mac and cheese to your perfectly seared steak. -
The Best Bread For Actually Impressive Bruschetta
If you want your bruschetta to really shine, you need to choose the right bread, and no, a baguette or standard Italian loaf won't cut the mustard. -
Why You Should Season Poached Egg Water Like You Would For Pasta
For the best poached eggs, the water you boil them in matters. Try treating it like you would a pot of watar for pasta and season accordingly. -
Before Sharpies, Starbucks Had A Strange Code To Mark Custom Drinks
Starbucks once used a cryptic ordering code that told baristas how to prepare drink orders, and the company's labels continue to go through major changes today. -
The Cheap Tool That Protects You From Hot Food Splatter
Frying foods results in super tasty results, but comes at a price - usually burnt arms and messy stovetops. But you can use this cheap tool for protection. -
What To Do If You're Turned Away At A Fine Dining Restaurant
If you've been turned away at a fine dining restaurant, try not to take it personally; instead, secure reservations in advance next time and follow dress code. -
The Toxic Ingredient That Changed The Microwave Popcorn Industry
This controversial ingredient in microwave popcorn caused a health scandal of gigantic proportions, but it can still be found in a host of food products. -
How To Seriously Elevate Your Homemade Chicken Wings
Making your own chicken wings at home can be a worthwhile and delicious endeavor, but you could be doing even more to make your wings unforgettable. -
The Best Substitute For Soy Sauce In A Pinch
In the middle of cooking but realize you're all out of soy? Don't panic -- your pantry probably has the best swap you need for the job already there. -
What Company Makes Starbucks' Cake Pops?
You might not know that Starbucks doesn't make its own cake pops, and the company they actually come from has unique values that make its treats even sweeter. -
13 Delicious Ways To Use Up Leftover Mashed Potatoes
Leftover mashed potatoes can inspire a surprising amount of creative and delicious recipes, from Polish pierogis and Sheperd's pies to dumplings and pancakes! -
The Strict Etiquette Rules For Clinking Glasses In France
Raising a toast is common across many cultures, but each has its own spin. In France, if you don't follow these specific steps, you may cause offense. -
Why You Need To Look Up In Trader Joe's Frozen Food Aisle
The next time you find yourself at Trader Joe's, look up in the frozen food aisle and you may find some very interesting food pairings for your next dinner. -
The Reason Some Canned Goods Have Pull Tabs And Others Don't
If you've ever wondered why a lot of canned foods lack easy-open pull tabs, considering how convenient they are, the answer is surprisingly complex. -
For The Best Oatmeal Texture, Skip The Boiling Liquid
You might boil your oatmeal over high heat to get breakfast on the table faster, but there are a few good reasons why taking it slow is a much better idea. -
The Best Type Of Oats To Use For Oatmeal Cookies
Instant, steel-cut, and rolled oats all work in most oatmeal-based recipes, but there's a good reason why only one of these is the best choice for cookies. -
What Is Quark And How Do You Eat It?
Quark is a soft white cheese enjoyed across Europe, but it's less common in the U.S. Here's everything you need to know about what it is and how to eat it. -
The Cake Mix Hack For Delightfully Lazy Banana Bread
Yellow cake mix beautifully complements the taste and creamy texture of baked bananas, making it the perfect foundation for rich, tender banana bread. -
The Best Type Of Wood To Use For Smoking Brisket
Whether it's your first time smoking a brisket or you just want to try something new, you should absolutely be using this one type of wood to smoke your meat. -
The Etiquette Rule To Remember When Ordering Water At Starbucks
Starbucks is nice enough to offer free water, so as a customer, you should learn when and how to properly order it to make things easier for your barista. -
The Game-Changing Tool You Need To Replace Rolling Pizza Cutters
Rolling pizza cutters serve a purpose, but let's be honest -- they don't serve that purpose well, leaving pizza a sloppy mess. Avoid the stress with this tool. -
How To Rescue Limp Celery And Return It To Its Former Glory
There's nothing more disappointing than when your celery has gone limp, but don't despair. While it takes 24 hours, you can restore celery to its crunchy glory. -
The #1 Difference Between Home And Restaurant Chefs, According To Bobby Flay
If you want to cook like a pro like Bobby Flay, then there's one big thing you have to keep in mind that restaurant chefs always do but home cooks forget. -
The Science Behind Why Shrimp Changes Color As It Cooks
The colorful transformation of shrimp is caused by a single chemical reaction, and learning about it might make you leave the shells on next time you cook them. -
Gordon Ramsay's Three-Finger Rule For Chopping Herbs Is Genius
Gordon Ramsay's three-finger rule for cutting herbs not only helps you preserve the flavor of your herbs, but also protects your fingers from getting cut. -
Martha Stewart's Secret Ingredient For Hearty Meatballs
Meatballs are a great meal to batch cook and freeze. Whether a weeknight meal or party pleaser, there's a way to make them better, says Martha Stewart.
