Karen Hart
Expertise
Cooking Tips & Tricks, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Comfort Foods
- Karen joined the Tasting Table news team in 2022.
- She has written dozens of articles for the food site, but her favorite article so far is "The Bourbon Brand Ulysses S. Grant May Have Drunk By The Glassful."
- Karen is currently cooking her way through Nigella Lawson's "Nigella Bites."
Experience
Karen has worked as a professional writer for over two decades, most recently for Tasting Table and Mashed. She freelanced for the Washington Post, writing for its retired Sunday Source, as well as the D.C. Examiner. When she isn't trying the newest ice cream spot in town with her kids, she is watching Premier League Soccer.
Education
Karen has a B.A. in English Literature.
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Stories By Karen Hart
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Ever craved a chocolatey, minty Thin Mint cookie, but it wasn’t Girl Scout season yet? We’ve found the perfect dupe that's just as delicious.
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Jiffy boxed mix is already a convenient way to whip up cornbread, but there is one certain ingredient that will have everyone thinking it's from scratch.
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Brown butter is often called liquid gold, and for good reason. It's the secret ingredient for the best chocolate chip cookies. But don't forget this one step.
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While the beverage selection at this beer garden in North Carolina is a big selling point, there are so many other reasons to visit this Tar Heel State staple.
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Just because you inherit a staff and a mansion doesn't mean your food tastes change. President Grover Cleveland's favorite was always an Irish-Jewish mashup.
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Need a reason to eat mac and cheese for breakfast? No? Neither do we! But turning it into a legitimate breakfast or brunch dish will impress your friends.
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Elevate canned cinnamon rolls with a simple ingredient you already have at home. This easy upgrade makes for a much tastier treat anytime of day (or night)!
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This chocolate mousse is so good that it could be served to guests after a gourmet meal. The best part: The six recyclable glass jars come ready to serve.
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Can you guess how many times Tito's distills its vodka? Discover what the process entails, its effects, and which vodka brands distill the most.
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The origin of hot dog buns is shrouded in mystery. And the only thing more mysterious than who invented the hot dog bun is how they are sliced.
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This healthy and delicious Aldi snack is going to help you and the entire family fall back in love with a particular vegetable - here's why.
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Before Ina Garten became Food Network royalty, the Barefoot Contessa ran a shop for nearly two decades. Here's why she decided to sell her business.
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Steak makes a great addition to all sorts of dishes, including salads. But don't stick just to green salads when steak instantly upgrades this classic.
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Discover the one ingredient that can ruin your slow-cooker baked beans, and learn how to perfect this classic Game Day dish with a few simple tips.
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Milk chocolate is a creamy, dreamy choice for dessert. But before you indulge in a late night nibble, you might want to know if it has any caffeine.
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Black-eyed peas are a New Year's Day tradition that brings luck and prosperity. But if you forget this crucial step, you'll ruin your stovetop black-eyed peas.
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Frozen eggs can happen to the best of us, but whether you can thaw them and use them after they've been frozen depends on a few different and important factors.
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Some of the big brands behind popular Kirkland products at Costco might surprise you. Can you guess which brand may produce their coffee pods?
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Fermented cabbage isn't for everyone, but you'll love this powerhouse ingredient that transforms sauerkraut into a hearty meal. Here's how it works!
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Part of taking care of the utensils in your kitchen to keep them like new is to avoid this big mistake you could be making with your steak knives.
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Andrew Zimmern can't stand to eat at one particular California icon, calling its burgers "flavorless" and its fries "easily the worst fries in the business."
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You may be used to shooting tequila or enjoying it in a margarita, but if you've spent the money on a premium bottle, here's why you need to aerate it.
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This ingredient is definitely untraditional in a pasta sauce (cue the Italian eye rolls). However, this flavorful twist is famous in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Avoid avocado toast mishaps! Learn why you should never use this type of knife on an avocado and how to ideally prepare your favorite green fruit.
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Jet Tila is a renowned chef, but even cooks with his status use frozen products from the supermarket. Here's the one he never wastes money on.
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Call it a bûche de Noël or a Christmas Yule log, this beautiful cake makes the ideal holiday dessert. Take this pastry chef's advice for the perfect frosting.
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The next time you're in the kitchen and want to amp up dinner, include cream cheese to make the best baked salmon of your life. Here's how.