Greta Pano
School
University Of Wisconsin - Madison, University Of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Expertise
Home Cooking, Cooking On A Budget, Food Culture
- Greta enjoys coming up with clever ideas to get her three kids to eat new and healthy foods.
- She believes that one of the best ways to appreciate and learn about other cultures is to explore their food.
- Her passion for diversity and social justice issues fuels her writing on a wide variety of topics.
Experience
Greta's appreciation for turning plain food into an exquisite dish began at an early age when she became obsessed with watching home-cook competition reality shows. Her passion for turning words into meaningful prose also started early and was developed in her undergrad and grad school education at two of Wisconsin's top universities. She has written professionally for BestColleges and Women.com and is excited to apply her experience and love of home cooking to her writing at Tasting Table.
Education
Greta has bachelor's degrees in English and gender studies and master's degrees in women's studies and library and information studies.
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Stories By Greta Pano
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Everybody loves apple slices slathered in caramel or peanut butter. If you cut more than you can eat in one go, try this sweet hack to keep the slices fresh.
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Making sushi at home isn't an easy undertaking, but the flavors can be worth it. Next time, use this muffin tin hack for quick and easy sushi bites.
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After all that holiday cooking, sometimes you just need a little break. If you're looking for a fix of fried chicken on Christmas Day, where can you go?
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There is no better time to eat corn on the cob than at a backyard BBQ. Luckily, there's a great way to cook up a large batch... but is it safe?
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Baking cupcakes and muffins will be a whole let easier and cleaner if you follow this hack using oil. Here's what you need to know for mess-free scooping.
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Any grill chef will tell you there's an art to creating the perfect sear. The key is the position of the vents. Here's how to get it right every time.
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The cleanup is always the toughest part of any holiday party. Using kitchen tools for multiple purposes to cut down on unnecessary dishes later.
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Breakfast innovation alert! Mix up your cereal game with delightful combos, from 'Lucky Golden Puffs' to healthy twists. Master the art of cereal mash-ups.
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You should know a few things when ordering a bar drink. What does asking for a well drink instead of a call drink mean? The answer is clear, but it also varies.
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Pre-cooked spiral ham is a great option to serve when hosting. Follow our easy tip to avoid a dry disappointment and guarantee a juicy result.
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By writing down how long each food takes to prepare, you'll be able to time everything so that it's done simultaneously (or at least close to it).
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To get a perfect frothy egg foam on top of your pisco sours and eggnog, use of these two cocktail shaking techniques that guarantee success.
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Costco is famous for its affordable hot dog and soda combo, but how does this duo compare in other countries? Find out what you'll need to pay overseas.
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Budget-friendly and quality frozen pizza! ALDI's Mama Cozzi's Rising Crust, a DiGiorno alternative, delights with taste and value. See why it's a fan favorite.
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Costco's rotisserie chicken is so popular that locations frequently run out, disappointing hungry customers. However, slow-moving employees are not to blame.
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Cornichons are a great addition to any cheese board because of the contrast they present. Aldi has cornichons which customers love for their flavor and price.
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Who knew you could use an air fryer to bake pies? Try this faster, energy-saving alternative to a traditional oven to create pies with a perfect crunch.
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Nobody likes dry leftover turkey -- but many enjoy a post-Thanksgiving leftover turkey sandwich. For a moist sandwich, slather it in butter and thank us later.
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Pumpkin pie is a holiday classic. Even if you have a tried and true recipe, this extremely simple step can take your pie filling to the next level.
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Many coffee lovers enjoy an espresso martini, but there are other ways to use coffee in your cocktails. Here's how to use coffee beans to flavor your drinks.
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Making caramel apples at home is a fun activity, but it can get messy unless you know the best way to melt caramel to coat your apples perfectly.
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Spiking your apple cider is a way to stay warm during fall festivities, but there are plenty of spirits to choose from. Which will bring out the best flavors?
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The microwave can do much more than just reheat leftovers. With a little preparation, it can turn out perfectly crispy, mess-free homemade potato chips.
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To avoid a disastrous mistake when deep-frying turkey, use this simple method for measuring the right amount of oil you'll need in the fryer pot.
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Cheap beer isn't known for its taste, but even the most inexpensive brews can be kicked up a notch with a splash of your favorite hot sauce.
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Pulling out your heavy oven can make cleaning underneath it an insurmountable task. It's actually quite easy to get that patch of floor sparkling clean, though.
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Impress your dinner guests next time you make beef stew by adding in a bright ingredient that will really amp up the flavor.