The Part Of Puff Pastry Dough You Should Never Roll Out
Puff pastry, whether homemade or store bought, is incredibly finicky to work with. For the best results, never ever roll out your puff pastry along the edges.
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The Sopranos-Esque Reason Capicola Is Also Called Gabagool
We have "The Sopranos" to thank for many cultural touchpoints including how they said certain Italian words like gabagool, another way to say capicola.
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Julia Child's Raw Egg Trick For Creamier Scrambles
Julia Child has a tip for nearly every recipe, and scrambled eggs are no exception. Her technique involves using raw eggs to get a perfectly tender result.
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The International Cuisine Marcus Samuelsson Wants To Tackle Next - Exclusive
With the recent opening of Marcus Addis in Ethiopia's capital city, Samuelsson continues to explore regional flavors and international twists.
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The Science Behind Why Store-Bought Bread Lasts Longer
If you've ever noticed that bakery bread goes stale way quicker than a loaf from the grocery store, you're not imagining things. Here's the science behind it.
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Ina Garten's Undercooking Tip For Incredibly Moist Chicken
If your chicken routinely turns out dry, you might be overcooking it, but not in the way you expect. Follow Ina Garten's expert advice for moist chicken.
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Poach Your Scrambled Eggs For Shockingly Creamy Results
For those eager to cook their eggs swiftly and bypass the post-scramble pan scrubbing, consider poaching your scrambled eggs for the creamiest consistency.
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Ice Cubes Are The Secret Ingredient For Better Grilled Cheese
Next time you make a grilled cheese, add an ice cube to the pan and close the lid. The trapped steam helps melt the cheese while keeping the bread from burning.
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The Time-Consuming Pork Chop Prep Step You Can Skip Entirely
Pork chops are naturally moist all on their own, so there's really no need to brine them before cooking to end up with deliciously succulent meat.
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The Tortilla Step You Shouldn't Skip For Perfect Enchiladas
To ensure your enchiladas come out perfect every time, always make sure to fry the tortillas first so that they can hold up to the fillings and sauce.
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How Wasabi Tricks Your Senses When Eating Sushi
That green paste that comes with your sushi rolls is more than just decoration - wasabi actually can trick your senses when eating the Japanese dish.
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The Origins Of Fast Food In The Ancient Roman Empire
While any Californian can tell you In-N-Out was the first modern drive-thru burger joint, fast food actually has its roots in none other than Ancient Rome.
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Nut Butter Is Your Secret To Totally Elevated Store-Bought Salsa
Is your store bought salsa feeling a little bland? If so, then all you need to do is add a little dollop of your favorite nut butter to brighten things up.
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The Unsanitary Way The Screwdriver Cocktail Got Its Name
If you wondered how the screwdriver got its name and assumed it had something to do with real screwdrivers, you're bang on. Or at least that's what legends say.
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Bread With Chocolate Sprinkles Is The Netherlands' Favorite Breakfast
Hagelslag - sweet chocolate-flavored sprinkles dusted on buttered toast, similar to Australian fairy bread - is a beloved breakfast in the Netherlands.
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The Best Substitute For Cornstarch Is Already In Your Pantry
Cornstarch is a workhorse of a thickener and also creates the crispiest coatings, but if you run out, there's a great substitute sitting in your pantry.
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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.
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Secrets Of Bologna You'll Wish You Knew Sooner
The secrets behind bologna's history and role in modern diets is a winding and fascinating tale. From immigrants to Oscar Meyer, here's what you need to know.
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Your Freezer Is Key For Crunchier Potato Chips
If you want to prevent your open bag of potato chips from going stale, you need to try this hack: Simply put your bag straight into the freezer.
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The Americanized Origins Of Dutch Baby Pancakes
While Dutch baby pancakes don't resemble American-style flapjacks, these large, puffy pancakes are actually thought to have originated in Seattle.
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What You Can Do With Leftover Buffalo Chicken Dip
There are about a million things you can do with leftover buffalo chicken dip, from making delish snacks to hearty meals perfect for family dinner.
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The Secret To Storing Bananas Without Bruising Them
The best storage method for bananas mimics how they grow: hanging. This prevents bruising from the pressure of other bananas, as well as accelerated ripening.
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The Pillowy Pasta You Can Make From Stale Bread
Save your old bread and heels in the freezer so that you can whip up this delicious, rustic pasta from northern Italy that's cooked in chicken broth.
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Foods Anthony Bourdain Hated With A Passion
Anthony Bourdain had a lot of opinions about food, and there were a number of foods he admitted he could not stand. Here are a few of those foods.
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Why Canned Fish Comes In Such Small Containers
Small tins of fish make sense for many consumers who want to snack on the go, especially since storing pungent fishy leftovers isn't high on everyone's list.
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How French Roast Coffee Gets Its Smoky Flavor
There are maybe a million ways to drink your coffee, but one popular roast is French, known its deep notes and smoky quality. But how does it taste so smoky?
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The Difference Between Clementines And Mandarin Oranges
Technically speaking, all clementines are mandarins, though not all mandarins are clementines - but clementines are seedless, and tend to be sweeter.
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