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  • bowls of baking soda and white vinegar

    Say Goodbye To Kitchen Sink Clogs With This Baking Soda And Vinegar Fix

    Baking soda and vinegar are a dynamic duo for plenty of cleaning issues, but did you know it can also help you with clogged kitchen sinks?

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • Close-up of Hollandaise bowl

    How Restaurants Achieve Perfectly Thickened Sauces

    Are you struggling to get thick and flavorsome sauces in your homemade dishes? Try this secret ingredient commonly utilized in restaurant kitchens.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • Hands are kneading pasta dough on a floured table.

    11 Tips You Need For Making The Best Fresh Pasta Dough

    Not all pasta is created equal, and the difference usually lies in the dough. These are the tips you need to make the best fresh pasta dough.

    By Michelle Bottalico Read More
  • milk being poured into small glass cup with milk-filled bottles in background

    Can You Use Your Microwave To Boil Milk?

    Boiling milk can be a tricky process; do it too fast, and you'll lose all of its beneficial nutrients. Plus, you might be wondering if you can microwave it.

    By Megan Lim Read More
  • Paella being served

    The Easy Shortcut To Get Paella On The Table Faster

    If the idea of spending hours at the stove making a traditional Spanish paella fills you with dread, consider this hack for cooking a speedy version instead.

    By Jessica Riggio Read More
  • Platters of different kinds of cooked seafood

    You're Not Cooking Enough Of This Affordable, Richly Flavored Fish

    Sweet, salty, and fabulously rich and oily, this fish deserves a permanent spot in your weekly meal rotation. Plus, it's relatively affordable as well!

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • A dainty white coffee cup on a saucer is stained inside with a coffee ring.

    Why Your Coffee Mugs Have Stubborn Stains And How To Get Rid Of Them

    Coffee stains on your favorite mug can be particularly hard to remove. Science explains how the beverage can leave marks on your cup (and how to remove them).

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Bowl of vanilla ice cream with fresh mint leaves, warming spices, and star anise seeds

    Why Savory Spices Are The Unexpected Addition Ice Cream Needs

    Savory spices might be the last thing you consider putting on your ice cream, but they can add a surprising boost of flavor. Here are the best combos to try!

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • Hand selecting fresh peaches at an outdoor market

    How To Avoid Buying Mealy Peaches

    Nothing ruins a delicious summer fruit snack like peaches that have gone mealy. Here's how to avoid buying peaches with this texture in the first place.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • Hand holding frozen meat

    Can Steak Go Bad In The Freezer?

    Is it possible for steaks to go bad while safely tucked away in the back of the freezer? Let's break down some important details and storage techniques.

    By Buffy Naillon Read More
  • cookies spread onto parchment paper ready for baking

    This Easy Trick Brings Out The Best In Store-Bought Cookie Dough

    You can rejuvenate your store-bought cookie dough with one simple hack that will make a world of difference to the flavor of your cookies.

    By Camryn Teder Read More
  • Waffle in waffle maker, next to waffles and nuts in a plate

    The Proper Way To Clean Your Waffle Iron

    A waffle maker has little crevices that give waffles their signature pattern, but which are also very hard to clean. Here's the best way to go about it.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • Empty bottle of ketchup lying on table

    Don't Toss That Empty Condiment Jar! Turn It Into A Marinade Instead

    The next time you finish a condiment and are left with its empty jar, follow this hack to avoid unnecessary food wastage and end up with a tasty marinade.

    By Allison Lindsey Read More
  • Tuna in and out of the can

    The Trick To Adding Moisture Back To Canned Tuna (No Mayo Required)

    Canned tuna has a reputation for going dry once it's been opened, but there's an easy way to restore that moisture back into this delicious protein.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson Read More
  • Variety of popular oven mitts and an oven

    The 15 Best Oven Mitts Money Can Buy

    A good oven mitt should protect your hands from heat but it shouldn't break the bank. We've rounded up some of the best you can find online.

    By Hunter Reis Read More
  • A stick of butter with part of it cut into cubes sitting on a cutting board

    5 Ways To Soften Butter Quickly In A Pinch

    If your butter is too cold, don't despair. There are a number of simple yet effective ways to warm up that chilly dairy product. Here's how.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • saucy spaghetti noodles on a fork

    Turn Your Leftover Spaghetti Into An Epic Sandwich

    If you've got leftover spaghetti and want to do something fun with it, you can achieve culinary excellence by simply nestling the noodles betwixt some buns.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • A white dip is stylishly topped with oil and herbs.

    The Pantry Staple That Can Upgrade Almost Any Store-Bought Dip

    Store-bought dips often lack the pizzazz of their homemade counterparts. Fortunately, you probably have an easy fix for that issue sitting in your pantry.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Fork dipping into coffee mug full of pizza ingredients

    Give Your Microwave Mug Cakes A Savory Pizza Twist

    If you love the convenience offered by microwave mug cakes and want to explore a savory counterpart, try making an easy microwave mug pizza.

    By Jessica Riggio Read More
  • Person taking roasted pecans on a sheet tray out of the oven

    How Long To Oven-Roast Pecans For Toasty Perfection

    Oven-roasted pecans add tons of great flavor and texture to practically any dish, but they can easily burn. Here's how long to toast them for.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson Read More
  • Variety of kitchen tools floating on blue background

    17 Useful Kitchen Tools You'll Always Find At Second-Hand Stores

    It's worth checking your local thrift store to see if you can get a more affordable kitchen tool there, and here are 17 we recommend buying second-hand.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • Person removing tray of roasted vegetables from oven

    The Umami-Packed 3-Ingredient Mixture That Leaves Roasted Veggies Dazzling

    If you've been feeling as though your roasted vegetables could use a boost in the flavor department, this three-ingredient combo will improve them.

    By Allison Lindsey Read More
  • Two fillets of uncooked salmon arranged on a wooden cutting board

    How To Safely Defrost Salmon In Your Microwave

    Keeping frozen salmon on hand ensures you always have an easy dinner. If you forgot to defrost it ahead of time, here's how to do it safely in the microwave.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Cherry tomatoes are arranged into a heart shape in a person's cupped hands.

    When Life Gives You Tomatoes, Turn Them Into A Tasty Tomato Butter

    Sometimes life gives us lemons, and on better days, it gives us tomatoes that we can turn into a tasty compound butter. It's simple, and here's how.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • A container of baking soda next to cleaning tools

    Is It Safe To Use Baking Soda To Clean Cast Iron?

    Baking soda is often a go-to for cooks looking to clean stubborn grime. But can you use this miracle powder on your cast iron?

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • Pancakes and bacon on plate

    The Coiling Trick That Makes Frozen Bacon Easier To Handle

    If your bacon always sticks together when you freeze it, you need to try this simple coiling hack to prevent your bacon from freezing together.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • Bowl of roasted chickpeas on blue napkin with spoon

    The Best Way To Store Roasted Chickpeas For Maximum Crispiness

    If you want to keep your roasted chickpeas crispy for days after roasting them, all you need to do is follow this simple chickpea storage method.

    By Allison Lindsey Read More
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