If You're Not Dry-Charring Asparagus, You're Making A Huge Mistake
What's worse than soggy, limp asparagus? Not a whole lot. Avoid the disappointment by dry charring the asparagus for crispy, delicious results.
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Why Branzino Is Almost Always Served Whole
A whole branzino is a common meal at Italian and Greek restaurants but did you ever wonder why it's served that way? It has to do with its size and skin.
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What's Actually In Store-Bought Egg White Cartons
Egg whites from a carton may seem mystifying, due to their different appearance and texture than to fresh egg whites, but these products really are simple.
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Here's What You Can Expect From Travis Kelce And Patrick Mahomes' Restaurant
Kansas City Chiefs stars Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes are ready to conquer the world of restaurants too, announcing their steakhouse will open in 2025.
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American Cheese Is The Secret Ingredient You Didn't Know Ramen Needed
Whether you're reaching for ramen or ramyeon, your bowl won't be complete until you try it with a slice of American, yes, American cheese melted right in.
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The Ingredients That Make Up Artificial Food Coloring
Most artificial food dyes come from the same source and contain the same compounds, and understanding these ingredients can explain the controversy around them.
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The Best Ways To Liven Up Plain Spaghetti
Spaghetti is a classic dish, but making it the same way every week can get boring. Next time, try a pumpkin-based sauce, mix in some ricotta cheese, and more!
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How Much It Costs To Attend History's Most Expensive Meal In A Space Balloon
You may have had an expensive meal or dined at three-star Michelin restaurants, but no one has ever eaten like this before, caviar with a view of planet Earth.
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How To Microwave Popcorn Kernels Without The Bag
If you love movie theater popcorn and want that taste at home, skip the store-bought options and heat up kernels and oil in the microwave (no bag needed).
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Giada De Laurentiis' Stove Tip To Prevent Clumpy Cacio E Pepe
For the silkiest cacio e pepe with no unpleasant, gritty lumps of grated cheese in the sauce, follow Giada De Laurentiis' simple cooking technique.
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The Easiest Grocery Store Return Policies To Use
While it's reasonable to be particular about the quality of your food, shopping at stores with a straightforward return policy can provide peace of mind.
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The Worst Foods To Order In Disney World, According To TikTok
There are some dubious dishes in the most magical place on earth. These are the worst foods to order in Disney World, according to TikTok.
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Why Bread Gets Rubbery In The Microwave, But Not The Toaster
Toasters are powered by infrared radiation, which is less selective than microwave radiation, and doesn't specifically target certain components in your food.
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What Is The Expo In Fine Dining Kitchens?
In restaurant kitchens, the expo refers to a super important part of the cooking process that many customers have no idea about (but should be thankful for).
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It's Time To Swap Your Hot Dog Bun For Cornbread
You can make cornbread buns by using a boxed cornbread mix; make the batter as directed, but pour it into a bun-shaped mold that you form out of aluminum foil.
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The Easy Way To Make Sushi Without A Bamboo Mat
This super easy rolling method can help you make all your favorite sushi rolls without a bamboo mat, and some other techniques deliver great results, too.
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Ever Wonder Why Halloumi Is Squeaky?
In order for cheeses like halloumi and unaged, low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella to squeak, they need to be low in acid to begin with, and young.
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Make Ice Cream Boozy At Home With Just One Easy Step
If you want to turn your ice cream into a tasty adult treat, you don't need a blender. All you need is the liquor and the tub of ice cream itself.
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What Is Cowboy Coffee?
Cowboys (and girls and, well, general cowfolk) often don't get to take much with them out in the field, and so cowboy coffee was born out of necessity.
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For The Best Béchamel Sauce, Break Out Your Griddle
While you can make a solid béchamel sauce on the stove, it's so much easier (and less likely to burn) when you use the indirect heat of a griddle.
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Here's Why Some People Don't Eat Rice During Passover
During Passover, much of the Ashkenazi community (Jews who relocated to Central and Eastern Europe) refrain from eating rice as well as leavened bread. But why?
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The Strange Breakfast Marilyn Monroe Ate Every Single Day
Marilyn Monroe was as glamorous as they came but her choice of breakfast - not so much. Here's what the Hollywood star would eat every single day.
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The Historic Reason Bagels Have A Hole In The Center
It's true that a bagel would just look wrong without the hole, but the true purpose of this iconic feature has both historical and culinary significance.
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How To Reheat Lasagna In The Oven For Crispy, Bubbly Results
Before you reach for the microwave, turn to your oven for bubbly and crispy reheated lasagna that won't leave you with cold spots or burnt noodles.
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The 3-2-1 Method You Should Know For A Better Passover Brisket
We know, we know -- your Bubbe always braised the brisket, but you're missing out if you don't try the 3-2-1 smoking method for your Pesach Seder.
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Ina Garten Cuts Her Bagel Into Thirds, And You Should Try It Too
Want to make your bagel easier to bite, or do you simply want to stuff more filling into your bagel? Then you need to try Ina Garten's trick for slicing bagels.
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The Origin Of The Rusty Nail — Frank Sinatra's Go-To Cocktail
Frank Sinatra's go-to cocktail order, the Rusty Nail, carries an air of mystery in its name, its possible origin story, and even one of its key ingredients.
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