How To Clean That Incredibly Annoying Gap Between Your Counter And Stove
It's important to keep your kitchen clean and sanitary, but can sometimes be difficult to get every nook and cranny. Here's how you can clean those pesky areas.
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Sweet Potatoes And White Potatoes Aren't As Related As We Thought
Sweet potatoes and white potatoes may seem pretty similar at first glance, but there’s a world of difference between these two staples of the produce aisle.
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Is There Any Truth To Exclusively Cooking With Wine You Would Drink?
When using wine in recipes, you've heard that you should only select it if you'd drink it. But drinkability is subjective, so what does that mean for cooking?
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Quesadilla Burgers Are The Ultimate Dinnertime Mashup
A variation of the classic burger is making its way onto more dinner night menus. The Quesadilla burger is a quick-cook mashup you'll want to try.
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Eat Your Next Bowl Of Instant Ramen Cold And Thank Us Later
While it's not as popular in the west, many eastern countries enjoy cold meals. So, eat your next bowl of instant ramen cold and thank us later.
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The Fancy Breakfast That Inspired McDonald's Egg McMuffin
Chefs often experiment to create new versions of well-known foods. One McDonald's owner created the Egg McMuffin as an homage to his favorite fancy breakfast.
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You Can Use Your French Press To Make Tea. Here's How
The French press has been around since the 1800s, but did you know it can be used for more than just coffee? Brew a pot of loose-leaf tea using your press.
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The Scientific Reason Beer Gets Foamy At The Top
Have you ever cracked open a cold beer, poured it into a glass and wondered how the foam was formed? Here's the science behind the head of a beer.
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What You Need To Know About Bringing Your Own Birthday Cake To A Restaurant
Celebrating a birthday at a restaurant is usually a fun time. When it comes to dessert, what's protocol for bringing in your own cake versus ordering dessert?
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The Difference That Separates Pasta Salad From Macaroni Salad
Pasta salads contain a variety of savory ingredients, such as cured meats, hard or semi-soft cheeses, olives, nuts, beans, or sun-dried tomatoes.
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It's Actually Safe To Eat Oysters In July
Ever heard you should only eat oysters in months with an 'R' in them? That's not so true today: You can eat oysters during summer! Here's what you need to know.
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What Is A Torte, And Is It The Same Thing As Cake?
The next time you see the word "torte" on a menu, don't be perplexed and wonder if it's the same thing as cake. Here are the facts about this rich dessert.
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Here's How Long A Homemade Meat Pie Will Last In The Fridge
Homemade meat pies are the ultimate comfort food. Make them from scratch in advance, and mind this tip for how long you can store them in the fridge or freezer.
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What's The Difference Between Searing And Browning Meat?
You've probably seen "seared" tuna on many restaurant menus, and been instructed to "brown" meat in recipes. So what's the difference? Here are the facts.
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How To Properly Store And Reheat Frozen Meat Sauce
Frozen meat sauce can be a delicious and convenient dinner option when in a pinch, but make sure you know how to properly store and reheat the dish.
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What Sets Light Cream Apart From Heavy Cream?
Cream is a wonderful ingredient in baking and cooking, but the "light" and "heavy" versions really are different. Here are the facts on what sets them apart.
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What Is Marrow Squash, And What Does It Taste Like?
It isn't a zucchini or a pumpkin, and it certainly isn't part of an animal's bones; check out our guide to marrow squash and what it tastes like.
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Does White Chocolate Melt The Same As Other Varieties?
The short answer is no. The long answer has to do with the ingredients in white chocolate and its melting point. Read all about the best ways to melt it.
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All You Need To Turn Mayo Into A Delicious Dip Is A Sprinkle Of MSG
MSG has a dark past with many health claims leveled against it. However, used in small doses it is reportedly safe and can boost your mayo to the next level.
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The Differences Between Semi-Firm And Firm Cheeses
Cheese firmness has everything to do with moisture content, aging time (or lack thereof), and the development of curds during the cheesemaking process.
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The Simple Way To Reheat Your Leftover Burger Straight From The Fridge
If your microwave is good for one thing, it's quickly reheating leftovers. But there may be better methods for reheating some things, burgers included.
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The Science Behind Why It's Almost Impossible To Overcook Mushrooms
Ever wondered why you can cook mushrooms for a long, long time and they stay soft and don't dry out? Here's the answer to why it's hard to overcook mushrooms.
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The Unappetizing Reason You Might Want To Stop Buying Ground Coffee
If you're a coffee lover, you may want to brace yourself for this unsettling truth. Your beloved ground coffee might be hiding a dark secret in its contents.
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Use Leftover Peach Pie Filling For A Savory Barbecue Side
Everyone wants to bring something delicious to a barbecue. Use peach pie filling to add a sweet and unique twist to this popular barbecue side.
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Here's What It Means When Meat Is Prepared 'Al Pastor'
You've seen 'Al Pastor' on many menus and most likely as a choice for tacos. So what exactly is it? Here's the brief history of this beloved Mexican meat.
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The Ice Cream Capital Of The World Is A Little-Known Town In Iowa
Ice Cream's history is a sweet one, with so many varieties around the world. Here's how a little-known town in Iowa became the ice cream capital of the world.
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The Only Day Of The Week You Can Snag Cracker Barrel's Turkey N' Dressing
It's ok to crave Thanksgiving dinner any time of year, even summer. So head on over to Cracker Barrel on this one day per week to snag the Turkey N' Dressing.
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