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  • 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 February 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay smiling at Fox premier

    Gordon Ramsay Never Whisks His Scrambled Eggs

    While many professional chefs prefer the low-and-slow method of cooking scrambled eggs, Gordon Ramsay has a different technique involving bursts of high heat.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt February 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Pile of various mushrooms

    15 Types Of Mushrooms & What To Cook With Them

    Though mushrooms may not exactly be a mystery, there are enough types out there to leave you stumped on which ones to choose and how to prepare them.

    By Emily M Alexander February 21st, 2024 Read More
  • person cracking open an egg with one hand over a hot skillet

    The Easiest Way To Crack An Egg With One Hand

    It's a mistake to crack eggs on the edge of your counter. Instead, crack them on a hard, flat surface, such as the middle of your cutting board, with one hand.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen February 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Mandoline slicer and hand guard

    The Mandoline Hack For Ultra Thin Meat Slices

    You might have previously reserved your mandoline for making homemade potato chips, but it's also perfect for preparing extra thin meat slices.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed February 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Sliced chicken breast

    12 Simple Tips That Will Keep Your Poultry Juicy And Tender

    You may be used to cooking poultry considering how abundantly popular chicken and turkey are, but you may not be getting it right every time. Here's how.

    By Elaine Todd February 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Refried beans with condiments

    The Best Ways To Liven Up Your Refried Beans

    Refried beans are the perfect side dish or dip, and the possibilities for customizing them are nearly endless. Liven up your next batch with these tasty tips.

    By Emily M Alexander February 19th, 2024 Read More
  • 2 crocks of French onion soup with French bread

    The Onions You Need For The Best Bowl Of French Onion Soup

    If you want to make French onion soup at home, it's easy enough to do but requires always choosing the right onions - here's the kind that works best.

    By Jennifer Mathews February 19th, 2024 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 February 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Juicy seared steak with crispy french fries

    The Butcher Shop Find You Need For Restaurant-Quality Steak And Sides

    If you're wondering why restaurant steak tastes so much better, it isn't just technique: They often use this kind of fat to cook everything from steak to sides.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt February 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Homemade sesame oil mayonnaise in white bowl

    A Dash Of Sesame Oil Elevates Mediocre Store-Bought Mayo

    If you sometimes find store bought mayonnaise, well, a little underwhelming, then all you need to do is add this one flavorful ingredient to jazz it up.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt February 19th, 2024 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 February 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Charcuterie cones

    Think Beyond Your Basic Board: Introducing Charcuterie Cones

    If you've mastered the art of arranging delicious cheese boards, it's time to elevate your game with the next trendy way to serve charcuterie: in cones.

    By Hannah Beach February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling holding a microphone

    Why Ina Garten Prefers Dry Over Wet Turkey Brine

    When it comes to roasting a turkey, Ina Garten's go-to method is always to dry brine it. Here's why she prefers it over wet brining and how to get started.

    By Jennifer Mathews February 18th, 2024 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 February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • can of sweetened condensed milk

    14 Surprising Ways To Use A Can Of Sweetened Condensed Milk

    Sweetened condensed milk goes a long way in the kitchen. Here, we're highlighting how you can incorporate this toasty sweetness into lots of yummy treats.

    By Suzannah Kolbeck February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • David Chang smiling

    How To Cook Salmon In Your Microwave, According To David Chang

    Cooking fish in the microwave may seem like a big faux pas, but even pro chefs like David Chang advocate for this method. Here's how he does so with salmon.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • fried egg rolls on a black plate

    How To Fold Egg Rolls Like A Total Pro

    No takeout order is complete without a few eggs rolls. While they look and taste complex, it's surprisingly easy to roll and fold them at home.

    By Jennifer Mathews February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Whole cooked chicken on baking tray

    Crucial Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Chicken

    Chicken is one of most popular meats when it comes to cooking from home, but that doesn't mean we always get it right. Here's how to avoid mistakes.

    By Elaine Todd February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Assembling chips on cooling rack

    The Baking Tool That Prevents Soggy Nachos

    Making homemade nachos can be a fun if not delicious cooking activity, but if you want to prevent a soggy mess, use this baking tool you may have on hand.

    By Annie Epstein February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • José Andrés smiling

    The Jarred Beans José Andrés Cooks With Constantly

    There is a debate ever ongoing between the virtues of dried versus canned beans, but Spanish Michelin-starred chef José Andrés prefers to buy his beans jarred.

    By Catherine Rickman February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Closeup of Ina Garten

    Ina Garten's Favorite Cheese For Creamy Scrambled Eggs

    We all want to live like Ina Garten, so when she tells us her favorite cheese to use in scrambled eggs, we run to the store to replicate it.

    By Erica Martinez February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring oil into frying pan

    Why You Should Never Add Good Oil To Cold Pans

    If you're wondering if you should add oil to a pan before or after heating it, there are a few reasons why you should choose the latter for high-quality oil.

    By L Valeriote February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Salt shaker with grains of rice

    The Simple Hack To Stop Salt From Hardening In The Shaker

    If you live in a humid environment, or your kitchen regularly gets steamy, you may notice your salt caking in the shaker. To prevent this, simply add raw rice.

    By Annie Epstein February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Egg yolk in pasta with bacon

    Egg Yolks Are Your Secret Weapon Ingredient For Silky Pasta

    If you want to really ensure that your pasta sauce has a creamy mouthfeel, the secret isn't cream or cheese -- all you need are egg yolks for a luxurious sauce.

    By L Valeriote February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • hands shucking an ear of corn by peeling back husk

    Your Microwave Is Key To Cleaning And Shucking Corn

    There's nothing quite like a beautifully charred corn on the cob, but the shucking involved, oy! Make your life easier with a simple tool: your microwave.

    By Sharon Rose February 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Sweetened condensed milk in white bowl

    The Canned Good To Substitute For Sweetened Condensed Milk

    When you don't have condensed milk on hand, this canned dairy-free product is a great substitute, and there are also routes to take when you're in a pinch.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed February 18th, 2024 Read More
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