The Secret To More Impressively Decorated Cakes Is Easier Than You Think
With the help of a special nutty ingredient, even novice bakers can begin adorning their cakes with beautiful, tasty designs.
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Stories By Megan Shoop-Volz
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What Is A Baked Salad And How Do You Make One?
Salads aren't just for summer. Turn up the heat on baked salad season with an easy wintery recipe that lends veggies a caramelized crunch.
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What's The Difference Between Pita And Naan Bread?
Though both fall into the category of flatbread, pita and naan have vastly different origin stories, culinary uses, and recipes.
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The Flavorful Way To Rehydrate Dried Fruit
Of course, everyone's reached for the raisins only to find they've become impossible to chew. Luckily, all you need is a hot liquid and a little patience.
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How White And Yellow Onions Differ
Plenty of recipes call for onions but does it really matter which ones you use when it comes to white and yellow onions? We take a look at their differences.
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Cereal-Infused Vodka Is A Game Changer For Sweet, Delicious Drinks
If a Froot Loops-inspired nightcap along with a vintage episode of cartoons on YouTube sounds like fun, you need to try this flavored vodka hack.
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What Makes Michigan's Detroit-Style Pizza Unique?
When it comes to pizza in America, the debate is usually New York-style versus Chicago-style. But if you want something more unique, give Detroit-style a try.
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What Did Thomas Jefferson Eat For Breakfast?
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day according to some, but what did Thomas Jefferson enjoy for his morning meal? We take a look.
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The 5 Ingredients You'll Need For Indiana's State Pie
The Hoosier State stands by it's official pie, and even if you can't make it to Indiana for a slice, you can whip one up pretty easily at home.
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How To Make Sweets Without A Candy Thermometer
Some people believe making candy without a candy thermometer is impossible, but that simply isn't the case thanks to something called the cold water test.
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Give Canned Cranberry Sauce The Bold Boost It Needs With A Boozy Addition
There is no more divisive a holiday staple than cranberry sauce. Whether you like it canned or homemade, there's an easy way to elevate it: booze.
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Cook Hand Pies In Your Air Fryer For Easy Desserts Any Time
With pre-made puff pastry you'll be on your way to making delicious hand pies that you can freeze and then pop in the air fryer any time you want.
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What's The Difference Between Nougat And Marshmallow?
Nougat and marshmallows may have shared similar ingredients in their ancient forms, but these two confections have some key differences today.
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Your Chili Deserves To Spotlight A Classic Barbecue Dish
When it comes to comfort food, chili is hard to beat. However, it's easy to make even better by adding this flavor-packed protein, perfect for slow cooking.
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Transform Leftover Apple Peels Into A Flavorful Vinegar With 3 Ingredients
If you hate waste and love apples making your own scrap vinegar is a must. And it only requires three ingredients and a squeaky-clean Mason jar or two.
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The Science Behind Why Overripe Bananas Taste Better In Banana Bread
Bananas are infamous for being ripe one minute, brown the next. But that's good news for your best banana bread because ripe bananas could ruin your bread.
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Get Creative With Trader Joe's Spinach And Artichoke Dip And Have Your Favorite Appetizer For Dinner
Trader Joe's spinach and artichoke dip is a cheesy, garlicky, veggie-rich dream you can use to zhuzh up breakfast, a weeknight dinner, or a midnight snack.
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A Butter Flight Is The Unique Way To Experiment With Your Bread Course
If you love bread and butter, why not serve a butter flight to your party guests? Experiment with serving different types of compound butters and breads.
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Corn Is The Sweet Addition Your Pancakes And Waffles Need
Whether you're trying to add more veggies to your diet or simply craving something new for brunch, elevating pancakes and waffles with corn fits the bill.
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Ricotta Vs Cottage Cheese: Are They Interchangeable?
Ricotta and cottage cheese are both soft, mild cheeses, but their flavors remain markedly distinct. Can you use one in place of the other in the kitchen?
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How Ruby Chocolate Gets Its Pink Color
Ruby chocolate is considered the fourth variety next to dark, milk and white. We wanted to know how it gets its pink hue, but its origins are mysterious.
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The Easy Technique That Prevents Sad Dry Cakes
To prevent disappointing, dry cakes, consider adopting this simple technique to produce gorgeous baked items, rich in flavor, texture, and aroma.
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Bake Your Potatoes Cowboy-Style For A Spud Worth Singing About
Creating a cowboy potato is almost as simple as smothering your baked potato with Southwest flavors, from Tex-Mex to barbecue. What do you want to try first?
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Why You Should Start Marinating Your Berries
The flavors of fresh berries can be easily elevated with a simple marinade. Add the saucy fruit to ice cream, baked goods, and even coffee for a special treat.
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How To Recreate Trader Joe's Everything But The Bagel Seasoning At Home
We love Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoning because it elevates almost everything it touches. And fortunately, you can make it at home. Here's how.
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Next Time You Whip Up Pudding, Reach For Your Coffee Creamer
A box of stove-top pudding is a classic, easy to make treat. Sure, regular milk will get the job done, but coffee creamer takes this dessert up a notch.
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What Is The Best Substitute For White Chocolate?
If you're not a fan of white chocolate and are struggling to find an alternative for your recipe, consider this ingredient that shares similar qualities.
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