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  • Round cake in pan

    Dropping Your Cake On The Floor Is The Hack You Never Knew You Needed

    Plenty of baking secrets are helpful when you're trying to make new desserts. But would you think dropping your cake on the floor would be a good hack?

    By Kelly Douglas May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • placing food container into microwave

    Why You Should Never Salt Your Food Before Microwaving It

    The microwave is an essential kitchen invention. As with cooking over the stove or oven, there's a science behind how and when to add ingredients like salt.

    By Lori McCall May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • Cranberries for sale at market

    The Bouncing Test That Will Help Determine The Ripeness Of Cranberries

    While you may be able to gently feel when certain fruits and vegetables are riped, cranberries are put to the test differently, involving a bouncing test.

    By Crystal Antonace May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • A sushi roll on a wooden board with wasabi.

    You Only Have About 15 Minutes To Enjoy Real Wasabi. Here's Why

    No matter what, every sushi meal features two side ingredients: pickled ginger and wasabi. But the weird thing is ... you've probably never tasted real wasabi.

    By C.A. Pinkham May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • wooden platter of grilled vegetables

    The Unexpected Grilling Tip That'll Brown Your Summer Vegetables To Perfection

    Chefs are always looking to step up their vegetable game. Various cooking methods yield different results, and one of those includes grilling in a specific way.

    By Lori McCall May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • Hands washing purple grapes

    We've Been Washing Grapes Wrong This Whole Time (They Need More Than A Rinse)

    Most people rinse their produce before chowing down, but grapes actually require some extra cleaning to effectively protect consumers from pesticides.

    By Crystal Antonace May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • ginger ales on black background

    Is Ginger Ale Actually Made Of Ginger, Or Is It Just In The Name?

    Ginger has some helpful health benefits, like soothing stomachs, but the amount of real ginger can vary between different ginger ale brands.

    By Jennifer Waldera May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • Hand stirring coffee

    Why Stirring Hot Coffee Is Pointless If You're Waiting For It To Cool Down

    Stirring your coffee to cool it down? It's time for a lesson in coffee chemistry.

    By Angel Albring May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • Basket of strawberries

    Save Mushy Strawberries This Season With One Simple Hack

    Strawberries are fantastic, but they can grow old fast due to their moisture. However, there is one easy trick to help preserve your strawberries in 20 minutes.

    By Angel Albring May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • Whisk used for melted chocolate

    We Have All Been Using A Whisk Totally Wrong. Here's Why

    Every so often we're just wrong, and that's okay. Now that you feel supported in this journey, we need to let you know you're using your whisk wrong.

    By Haldan Kirsch May 1st, 2023 Read More
  • cheese puffs

    Cheese Puffs Might Be The Happiest Of Accidents In The Snack Food World

    An animal feed manufacturer accidentally discovered how to make puffed corn and transitioned into a snack brand. The cheesy puffs we love today are the result.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Costco single serve hummus packaging

    Costco's Single-Serve Hummus Cups Make Nutritious Eating So Much Easier

    Eating healthy can be a feat, especially if you don't have time to meal prep. Costo has a single-serving healthy snack item that can help toward your goal.

    By Lori McCall April 30th, 2023 Read More
  • baking soda spoonful over sink of produce

    The Baking Soda Trick To Protect Vibrant Vegetable Colors

    The colors of your grocer's produce section are always so vibrant. You have a small window to maintain those hues when you get home, and baking Soda can help.

    By Lori McCall April 30th, 2023 Read More
  • glass bottles different vinegars

    The Best Replacements For White Wine Vinegar

    Have you ever been cooking and quickly realized you're out of an essential ingredient? If that ingredient is white wine vinegar, here are suitable substitutes.

    By Lori McCall April 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Mixed spices

    The Simple Reason Your Spice Jars Are Clumped Up

    Why are your favorite spices clumped up in the jar every time you get ready to use them? Condensation, that's why, and we know just what to do about it.

    By Angel Albring April 29th, 2023 Read More
  • cultivated wild rice

    It Turns Out Most 'Wild Rice' We Buy Isn't Actually That Wild At All

    Most of the wild rice on store shelves is actually cultivated paddy rice. Here are the differences between paddy rice and truly wild rice.

    By Alli Neal April 28th, 2023 Read More
  • various varieties of tomatoes

    What's The Deal With The Black Seeds On The Inside Of Tomatoes?

    Occasionally, you may find tomato seeds that are blackish instead of their usual yellow or greenish hue. Here's what that means and whether they're safe to eat.

    By Carly Weaver April 28th, 2023 Read More
  • bowl of water chestnuts with skin

    Water Chestnuts Aren't Really What They Sound Like

    What are water chestnuts and why aren't they actual nuts? Here's everything you wanted to know about these crunchy delights.

    By Elias Nash April 28th, 2023 Read More
  • Tilamook ice cream at creamery

    Tillamook Ice Cream's Secret To Creamy Goodness Is Pretty Simple

    Tillamook makes some of the creamiest and tasty ice cream flavors available, but the difference in manufacturing is a surprisingly simple step in the process.

    By Haldan Kirsch April 26th, 2023 Read More
  • person eating crackers on bench

    It Turns Out Crackers Can Be Worse For Your Teeth Than Candy

    Candy has always been a (reasonable) scapegoat for emphasizing the importance of dental health, but crackers may actually be the real villain of tooth decay.

    By Kelly Douglas April 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Mascarpone cheese tablecloth berries

    Can Cream Cheese Be A Quick Replacement For Mascarpone?

    Mascarpone cheese is an Italian spreadable cream cheese with a rich and silky flavor. It is likely most well-known as one of the main ingredients in tiramisu.

    By Missy Boylan April 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Various foods in the freezer

    How To Use Your Freezer To 'Cook' Food

    While your oven, air fryer, or grill are all great for whipping up delicious meals, did you know you can also use your freezer to "cook" your food?

    By Chase Shustack April 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Frozen food aisle

    The Salty Myth You Have To Stop Believing About Frozen Food

    Frozen foods are often cheaper than fresh foods, especially when you buy them in bulk, and they have a longer shelf life. But there's a salty myth around them.

    By Angel Albring April 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Frozen fruits and vegetables in the freezer

    Will Freezing Nearly-Expired Food Actually Extend Its Life?

    Some people may toss out their food once it expires, but others might try to stretch its shelf life for as long as possible. Will a freezer do the trick?

    By David Tran April 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Bottle of chilled vodka with shot glasses

    TikTok Is Divided Over This 3-Ingredient Hack For Eliminating The Taste Of Vodka

    TikTok is divided over this 3-ingredient hack for eliminating the taste of vodka. Here's what you need to know, including if it's safe to drink like this.

    By Lauren Wood April 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Bottles of Mountain Dew

    Does Mountain Dew Even Have A Flavor?

    What does Mountain Dew taste like? It's difficult to say, really. Here's what the citrusy beverage and its many flavors tastes like.

    By Angel Albring April 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Burrata with olive oil and fork

    Turn Mozzarella Into A Burrata Clone With Just Four Ingredients

    Fans of the creamy, delicate burrata dish available at your favorite restaurant can create their own version at home using just four ingredients.

    By Sarah Richter April 25th, 2023 Read More
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