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  • Wheat and rye sourdough loaf

    The Flour Swap You Need For Towering Homemade Rye Bread

    Rye bread is rich and flavorful, but it's also dense and often doesn't rise as much as other breads. Fortunately, you can fix that with this one trick.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Loaf of bread with slice slathered with butter

    Your Store-Bought Sourdough Bread Might Be Sourfaux

    You might think it's easy to identify sourdough bread by its taste, texture, or label, but one UK operation warns that shoppers might be buying clever fakes.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • Colorful cake pops with white sprinkles

    Make Starbucks-Style Cake Pops From Store-Bought Sugar Cookies

    Starbucks cake pops are a popular treat but can add up fast. To create an easy and affordable version at home, using store-bought cookies as the base.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • mini cheesecakes with berries

    Vanilla Wafers Are The Perfect Base For Mini Cheesecake

    If you need the quickest cheesecake recipe, a mini version is the way to go, and using vanilla wafers as the crust cuts down on a somewhat time-consuming step.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • Puffy cookies

    Mix 2 Different Sugars For Spongy, Cake-Like Cookies

    If you prefer your cookies to be fluffy, soft, and cake-like rather than thin and crispy, follow our tips for using two types of sugar in your recipe.

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling on red carpet

    How Ina Garten Makes Her Breakfast Cakes So Dreamy

    Breakfast cakes are indulgent all on their own, but there are ways to take them up a notch and make them dreamy, including easy tips from Ina Garten.

    By Jennifer Mathews Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis smiling

    How Giada De Laurentiis Turns Store-Bought Cookie Dough Into Cereal

    Giada De Laurentiis knows the best way to make her own cookie cereal for a delicious morning treat, and no, you don't make the dough yourself.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • strawberry frosting closeup

    12 Ways To Upgrade Canned Frosting

    While canned frosting can taste great on its own, there are plenty of ingredients you can add to it if you want to create a more unique homemade dessert.

    By Brian Good Read More
  • Basque burnt cheesecake

    Honey Is The MVP For Perfect Basque Cheesecake

    Basque cheesecake is nothing like traditional New York cheesecake, including how it's made or its ingredients. One way to differentiate it more is using honey.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • caramel and custard filled filo pastry with ice cream

    Wrap Your Cookies In Phyllo Dough For A Crispy Bite

    Do you like crispy cookies, but you also want a nice, ooey gooey center? It's time for you to wrap your cookie dough in phyllo pastry for an extra crispy bite.

    By Jennifer Mathews Read More
  • Strawberries dipped in chocolate

    The Best Type Of Chocolate To Use For Deliciously Coated Strawberries

    Coating fresh strawberries in chocolate seems straightforward enough, but the nuances come down to the best type of chocolate to use and the way it's tempered.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Glass of coconut milk with split coconut

    Coconut Milk Whipped Cream Is A Serious Dessert Game Changer

    Whether you want to skip the dairy or simply have too many cans of coconut milk, you can make the most luxurious whipped cream with coconut.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Raw bread dough with indentation from poke test in bowl

    The Dough Poke Test To Tell If Your Bread Is Perfectly Proofed

    Proofing, just like baking in general, is an exact science, but one you can learn with experience and some helpful hints -- like the poke test.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • Metal hotel pan

    A Hotel Pan Is The Tool You Need To Keep Pizza Toppings Cool

    When the weather is hot, it's so easy for fresh ingredients to spoil quickly under the heat of the sun. To keep pizza toppings fresh, grab a hotel pan and ice.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • Fresh homemade tahini

    Tahini Is The Underrated Ingredient Your Baked Goods Need

    Tahini can enhance theĀ flavorĀ of cookies, breads, and more, or you can use it as an alternative to the fatty ingredients frequently used in baking.

    By Audrey Enjoli Read More
  • empty peanut butter jar

    What To Use When You're Out Of Peanut Butter

    Running out of peanut butter right in the middle of cooking something is the worst. When that happens, just use one of these peanut butter substitutions.

    By Brian Good Read More
  • Scalloped potatoes

    The Reason The Milk In Your Scalloped Potatoes Is Curdling

    Just when you think you've perfected your scalloped potatoes, your sauce breaks and the milk curdles. Why does this happen? Well, it comes down to fat and heat.

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • person tearing loaf of bread

    13 Tips That Will Help Your Bread Stay Soft For Longer

    Whether you're baking your own bread or storing a store-bought loaf, these tips will keep your bread soft and moist while avoiding mold and staleness.

    By James Hastings Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling on red carpet

    Martha Stewart's Brownie Hack Gives Edge Pieces The Best Flavor

    Brownie edge fanatics, your attention please! There's a new hack from Martha Stewart that can help you get the most flavorful, texture-filled pieces ever.

    By Avery Tomaso Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    Ina Garten's Salt Rub Tip For Golden, Flaky Potato Skin

    Everyone has their secrets when it comes to making that perfect baked potato, but kitchen guru Ina Garten has the best tip for flavorful crunchy potato skin.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • Raisins soaked in rum

    The Simple Step That Makes Raisins More Delicious

    Many, many dishes call for raisins in their recipes, but you can kick things up a notch by soaking your dried grapes in a complementary liquid before cooking.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Containers of baking powder and baking soda

    How To Substitute Baking Soda With Baking Powder

    Baking powder mostly consists of baking soda, so you can use it as a substitute. However, you must triple your amount of baking powder to replace baking soda.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Person rolling wine bottle on pastry

    Wine Bottles Are Your Best Bet For Rolling Out Pastry Without A Pin

    There's nothing worse than going to make a nice pastry from scratch only to realize you actually do need a rolling pin. No pin? No problem! Use a wine bottle.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • Chicken pot pie with one portion served

    13 Tips You Need When Making Chicken Pot Pie At Home

    Homemade chicken pot pie is the perfect comfort meal for any day of the week. Here's how to make yours come out of the oven perfect every time.

    By Elaine Todd Read More
  • Loaf of banana bread sliced with bananas

    The Secret To Storing Banana Bread So It Stays Moist

    When looking for a way to keep your banana bread nice and fresh, you can't just leave it sitting out on your counter. Here's how to keep it perfectly moist.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • Oatmeal cookies

    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.

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • A sliced loaf of banana bread

    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.

    By Holly Emily Charlton Read More
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