Sorry, But Microwave-Safe Plastic Is A Myth
Microwave-safe plastics are not all they're cracked up to be - many are still susceptible to breaking down materials and releasing harmful agents into your food
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Ina Garten's Gravy Hack For No-Stress Thanksgiving Turkey Is Genius
Thanksgiving is a time of togetherness, but it's also pretty darn stressful when you're the one cooking. Take some pressure off with this genius hack.
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How To Clean Brussels Sprouts, The Foolproof Way
Brussels sprouts are as delicious as they are divisive, but these mini cabbages can be difficult to clean. Fortunately, there's a foolproof way.
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The Vinegar Solution For Perfectly Clean Raspberries
Raspberries are a very delicate fruit, so they need to be handled with the utmost care like this simple vinegar solution to properly clean them.
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TikTok's Air Fryer Cleaning Hack Is High-Key Dangerous
TikTok and social media in general are known for their different hacks -- but this CleanTok air fryer hack should absolutely be avoided at all costs.
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Zipz Wine: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
Zipz Wine sought to really transform the wine market with shelf-stable single serving glasses, but how did things turn out for the company after Shark Tank?
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The 2 Types Of Cooking Oil That Fare Better In The Fridge
Flavorful infused oils and the cold-pressed Italian olive oil you brought back from your Tuscan vacation - yes, we're jealous - should be kept in the fridge.
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How To Store Caramel Apples Like A Pro
As the autumn wind blows in, we can feel it in our bones: It's apple season. And with it comes candy apples, coated in caramel. But how do you keep them fresh?
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Here's How Long You Can Stretch A Frozen Batch Of Chili
Chili takes a lot of time and effort to cook and develop its rich flavor, but when stored properly, a batch of chili can be frozen for up to six months.
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The Hot Knife Hack To Quickly Soften Ice Cream
What worse disappointment is there than reaching for your favorite ice cream, only to be thwarted by a rock-solid brick? Fortunately, this knife trick exists.
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The Myth You Still Believe About Egg Carton Dates
Ah, the incredible edible egg - they're used in just about every cuisine and can transform a dish, but do you need to really worry about the date on the pack?
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How Long Lemon Zest Will Last In Your Fridge And Freezer
Find yourself juicing a good deal of lemons? Before you do, make sure you zest the peels! You'll be surprised how long it can keep in the refrigerator.
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How To Store Green Onions To Last Longer In The Fridge
Keeping green onions fresh for over a week is simple and requires just a bit of water, a plastic bag, and either a paper towel or a glass jar.
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Make Cookies With Frozen Dough And You Won't Go Back
Want to master the art of crispy but still chewy-in-the-middle cookies? It's simple, really. All you need to do is freeze your dough before you bake.
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Here's How I've Lived Off Of Nothing But The Food In My Pantry For Weeks
Once I became an empty nester I challenged myself to clean out the pantry and freezer, but I didn't realize how long this experiment would take.
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How To Freeze Any Potato Salad, Store-Bought Or Homemade
So, can you freeze potato salad? Yes, but freeze it in a flat, single layer to maintain as much of its textural integrity as possible when it thaws.
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How Long Does A Watermelon Last Before Cutting It Open?
You can likely keep an uncut watermelon on the kitchen counter for about a week at room temperature and in the refrigerator for up to three weeks at most.
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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.
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How To Freeze Egg Yolks After Hard-Boiling Them
The whites and yolks of hard-boiled eggs have different features and uses and don't hold up exactly the same way in the freezer.
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The Best Way To Load Food In Your Freezer After Cleaning It
Don't let all that hard work go to waste after you've cleaned your freezer. Check out our tips on properly loading your food back into cold storage.
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Stop Freezer Burnt Ice Cream With A One-Step Hack
Ice cream is a finnicky one to store - if you don't do so properly, freezer burn can quickly form and ruin it. But there is a one-step hack that helps.
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How To Make A Reduction
It's a line that comes up in recipes frequently: Reduce sauce by half, reduce liquid by 1/3, etc. But what does that mean, and how do you do it?
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The Best Way To Store Leftover Egg Whites For Long-Lasting Use
Quite often, egg-forward dishes require more yolks than whites, leaving us with unused egg. Fortunately, you can store the white safely for months.
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When To Defrost Frozen Vegetables For The Best Texture Results
Unlike sauces and meats, which must be thawed before use, most frozen vegetables yield the best results when cooked directly from their frozen state.
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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.
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It's Virtually Impossible To Zest An Already Juiced Lemon Or Lime
We've all been there: We're making lemon muffins, we get the juice, and then we see we need zest. Just try getting zest from a juiced fruit. It's impossible!
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Freeze Shrimp In Water For The Best Possible Results
The reason freezing shrimp in water works is because it protects the shrimp from air exposure, which can cause freezer burn and alter its taste and texture.
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