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  • Pink and chocolate donuts with rainbow sprinkles

    The Ingredient That Makes Sprinkles A Risky Choice For Vegans

    From the fun confetti sprinkles on birthday cake to the rainbow sprinkles on your ice cream sundae, you might be eating bug bits with your candy.

    By Sharon Rose September 25th, 2023 Read More
  • cream being poured into cup of coffee

    Why Your Favorite Coffee Creamer Is Made With Vegetable Oil

    Many people don't realize that it takes a variety of ingredients to give coffee creamers their flavor and long shelf life - one of which is vegetable oil.

    By Erica Martinez September 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • Lineup of different colored vinegar bottles

    High-Quality Vinegar Production Shares A Lot In Common With Winemaking

    When it comes to high-quality vinegars, producers often monitor the fermentation as closely as winemakers oversee the development of their wines.

    By Catherine Rickman September 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • glass of whiskey with glass of water

    How Much Water You Should Add To Whiskey For The Best Tastings

    Contrary to what many gatekeepers say, you really should be adding some water to your whiskey. The question is simply how much do you add before losing flavor?

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt September 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • bread in an oven surrounded by fire

    Global Warming Is Making Bakery Products Worse

    In hotter conditions, dough can rise too quickly, resulting in bland flavors due to insufficient yeast development or even causing loaves to collapse.

    By L Valeriote September 22nd, 2023 Read More
  • selection of pumpkins on display

    How To Choose A Pumpkin That Won't Rot Too Quickly

    Whether we're using it for baking later in the season or we want to carve it, pumpkins can be finicky at the best of times. Here's how to choose the best one.

    By Chris Sands September 19th, 2023 Read More
  • Ruby chocolate bar

    What Is Ruby Chocolate And Does It Really Taste Fruity?

    You've heard of white, dark, and milk chocolate, but what about ruby? Relatively new to the scene, it's touted as the fourth type of chocolate.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed September 19th, 2023 Read More
  • White granulated sugar and cubes

    What Is Bone Char And Why Is It In White Sugar?

    Anyone who has seen raw sugar knows that it's a light brown, almost golden color. So how do we get white sugar, well, white, and why are bones involved?

    By Wendy Leigh September 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Three eggs with different yolk colors

    The Myth Behind Bright Orange Egg Yolks

    You might have heard that the color of an egg yolk has major ramifications for its nutritional value. But should you believe everything you hear?

    By Tim Forster September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • peanut butter spoonful on jar

    Does Peanut Butter Expire?

    How long is peanut butter safe to consume? The amount of time you can store it before expiration depends on some conditions, which you can find out here.

    By L Valeriote September 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Trick-or-treaters at the door

    How To Calculate The Exact Amount Of Halloween Candy You Need To Buy

    Imagine having a child, dressed up in an adorable costume, show up only for you to run out of candy and turn them away. Avoid the guilt with this trick.

    By Audrey Enjoli September 14th, 2023 Read More
  • warm cup of espresso next to beans

    Turns Out Decaf Coffee Does Have Caffeine

    While drinking a cup of decaf coffee at night is less likely to keep you awake than the real stuff, you are still going to be drinking in a bit of caffeine.

    By Kristina Vanni September 13th, 2023 Read More
  • Close-up of Alton Brown smiling

    Alton Brown's Countertop Hack For Sweeter Sugar Cookies

    Alton Brown is known for his quirky humor and his know-how when it comes to food science. That's why his trick for sweet sugar cookies is so fantastic.

    By Audrey Enjoli September 13th, 2023 Read More
  • Holding half a watermelon

    Watermelon Is A Berry And We Just Have To Accept That

    Maybe you're like us and only recently learned grapes are berries. If you really want to blow your mind then you need to know: watermelon, as well, are berries.

    By Andrew Housman September 12th, 2023 Read More
  • apple butter in jar with toast and apples

    The Best Type Of Apple To Turn Into Butter

    Apple butter is an autumnal favorite whether it's spread on toast or simmered into apple chicken. But which are the best types of apple for the job?

    By Carly Weaver September 11th, 2023 Read More
  • Wood smoking for barbecue

    The Flavor Profile Of Mesquite And What Beginners Should Pair It With

    If you're venturing into the world of smoking meat, you're going to run across mesquite. A tricky wood, it requires strong flavors to stand up to it.

    By Andrew Housman September 11th, 2023 Read More
  • Alton Brown smiling at Cirque Du Soleil event

    Alton Brown Owes His Cooking Show Success To 3 Unusual Influences

    Anyone who watches food television likely knows "Good Eats," and that Alton Brown beautifully marries science with humor. These are his primary influences.

    By Andrew Housman September 9th, 2023 Read More
  • Chocolate chip cookies

    The Best Ingredient For Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

    If you want your chocolate chip cookies to be ooey-gooey chewy delights, then you absolutely need to try this swap. Your cookies will never be the same.

    By L Valeriote September 9th, 2023 Read More
  • cooked pumpkin pie surrounded by mini pumpkins

    Bake Pumpkin Pies Just Right With The Wiggle Test

    No one wants a cracked pie, especially on a holiday when one may or may not try to impress the family. With the wiggle test, your pumpkin pie will be perfect.

    By Kristina Vanni September 8th, 2023 Read More
  • Chef Gordon Ramsay smiling on red carpet

    Gordon Ramsay's Weirdly Sensual Hack For Prepping Avocados

    Gordon Ramsay is known primarily for two things: His temper and his elegant food. However, he also gives great --sometimes vexing -- advice on social media.

    By Audrey Enjoli September 7th, 2023 Read More
  • Ugli fruits sliced on a napkin

    Ugli Fruit Deserves Its Time In The Limelight

    Ugli fruit may, unfortunately, live up to its name in the looks department, but it's one tasty citrus! Here's everything you need to know about this citrus.

    By Khyati Dand September 6th, 2023 Read More
  • separating egg yolk from the white

    The Benefits Of Separating Eggs Cold Vs. Room Temperature

    Depending on what you're making, having some yolk in your egg white (or vice versa) could ruin your dish. This is why the temperature of your eggs is vital.

    By L Valeriote September 5th, 2023 Read More
  • blueberry and raspberry muffins

    The Frozen Fruit Tip For Perfect Muffins

    Baking muffins can be a great way to celebrate the weekend, but how do you get the perfect pastry every time? Why, with frozen fruit of course!

    By Kristina Vanni September 5th, 2023 Read More
  • Rice pudding in glass jars

    The Best Type Of Rice To Make Creamy, Al Dente Pudding

    Nothing is quite as disappointing as soggy, mushy rice pudding. To get that creamy consistency that still has some bite every time, you need to use this rice.

    By L Valeriote September 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • sourdough starter

    Delicious Dishes Using Sourdough Discard

    Did you know sourdough discard can be used to make a variety of excellent dishes? Let's get, uh, doughy-eyed, and find out what some of these dishes are.

    By Melissa Perreault September 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • Japanese milk bread shokupan next to honey

    Pai Bao Is The Long-Lasting Fluffy Bread You Need To Try ASAP

    Whether you call it pai bao, shokupan, or Hokkaido milk bread, this soft baked good is a delicious treat that you will find yourself making over and over.

    By Wendy Leigh September 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • Cracked white egg on pink background

    When To Throw Away And When To Salvage Eggs With Cracked Shells

    Is this economy, is there anything worse than wasting money? - Yes! Getting food borne illness because you ate eggs you should have thrown out.

    By Tim Forster August 30th, 2023 Read More
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