How to Make Tofu Taste Great
Tofu is fairly bland on its own, but that’s what makes it so versatile. If you’re not following a recipe, here’s a few ways to dress up tofu and make it taste great.
Kitchen Tools, Cooking Tips, and How-Tos
Use this Technique to Make the Perfect Vinaigrette
You can properly emulsify your vinaigrette mixture by just using the right tools and the right technique.
5 Best Substitutes for Kale
Kale has received a lot of love over the last few years, but not everyone’s a fan. Luckily, you can easily substitute other leafy ingredients for kale in a range of recipes, for a more palatable flavor and texture, and similar health benefits.
The Best Type of Oats for Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are easy, but you can still end up with a less-than-desirable dish if you don’t follow a few basic rules: like using the right type of oats. While you can buy a range of oats at the grocery store, there’s only one type that will give you a great texture without turning to mush.
4 Food Safety Rules You Need to Follow Around the Holidays
Avoiding a foodborne illness — at least when it comes to your own kitchen, cooking, and food prep — is easy enough if you follow a few rules. These four food safety rules are easy but often overlooked.
The Best Types of Potatoes for Soups and Stews
Depending on the type of soup or stew you’re making, as well as your desired texture, certain potatoes will be better than others.
How to Make Brussels Sprouts Less Bitter
For many, Brussels sprouts are becoming standard fare (especially around the holidays), as home cooks move beyond the sad, boiled brussels sprouts you may have grown up with, to more palatable recipes. But what if you’ve tried some of these much-improved Brussels sprouts recipes and still just find the veggie too bitter for your taste? We share four easy ways to make Brussels sprouts less bitter.
The Most Underrated Kitchen Gadget You Need to Buy
A potato ricer doesn’t just make the fluffiest potatoes; you can use it for other tasks as well. It is an extremely underrated kitchen tool that you should be using on a regular basis, and not just for potatoes. Learn four unexpected ways to utilize your potato ricer.
How to Make Turkey Stock from the Carcass
The second best thing about Thanksgiving is making turkey stock from the carcass. So before you start cleaning up and toss the turkey carcass in the trash, consider making turkey stock from it. The process is incredibly easy (just what you need after a full day or longer spent in the kitchen) and it results in a delicious, healthful, homemade broth that you can use in recipes all winter long.
Why Your Mashed Potatoes Turn Gummy (and How to Avoid It)
Mashed potatoes are one of the highlights of every holiday meal, but while mashed potatoes are relatively simple (potatoes, cream, butter, salt, pepper and you’re done), there are still ways they can go wrong, quickly and easily, and turn into gummy mashed potatoes.
The Name Chefs Use for this Classic Veggie Trio
You’ve probably been making this trio of vegetables your entire life (or, at least as long as you’ve been cooking). It forms the base of many a soup and stew and adds flavor, depth, and texture to many favorite Western dishes. It’s a simple blend of diced celery, onions, and carrots.
5 Ways to Lighten Up Your Sweet Potato Casserole
Let’s be honest, sweet potato casserole is more of a dessert than a side. With our tips to lighten up your sweet potato casserole, you can eat it all season long without sacrificing flavor.
5 Things to Do with Leftover Sweet Potatoes
If you have extra sweet potatoes on your hands and don’t want more plain-Jane boring leftovers, try repurposing your leftovers with these exciting dishes.
How to Make Lentils Taste Better
Lentils are one of those foods that, when served straight up, boiled in water, and drained, are just plain boring and bland. Here are six delicious ways to make lentils taste better.
What Rutabaga Tastes Like and Why You Should Add It to Your Mashed Potatoes
Rutabaga is a mystery food for many people. You’ve probably seen it at the farmers market and at restaurants. We’ll help you discover a new root vegetable you’re going to become obsessed with!
How to Freeze Butternut Squash
Savor the nutty flavor of butternut squash all year round with these easy freezing methods. Lock in the nutrients and taste of this fall favorite, ready to enhance your winter meals. Enjoy cubed or pureed, offering versatility in your favorite fall and winter recipes.
How to Give Homemade Pizza a Healthy Upgrade
Pizza is everyone’s favorite Friday night eat. However, don’t think that just because you’re indulging, that means you have to throw out your health and nutrition goals for the week. While you might see pizza as a cheesy, carb-laden treat that’s best enjoyed only on rare occasions, there are many ways you can have your pizza and eat it, too.
The Best Types of Pumpkins for Eating & Cooking
There’s so much more to pumpkins than that boring puree in a can. Discover varieties like Sugar, Cinderella, Kabocha, Fairytale, Jarrahdale, and Styrian, each offering unique flavors and textures.
How to Make Oatmeal Taste Good Without Sugar
Indulge in a bowl of oatmeal that’s both delicious and sugar-free. Enhance the flavor with low-sugar fruits, natural sweeteners, or protein powders. Mix in nuts or explore savory options for a hearty, satisfying meal. Your tasty, healthful breakfast awaits!
How to Peel and Cut a Butternut Squash
Discover the simple steps to mastering the art of peeling and cutting butternut squash. This guide ensures a quick, safe, and easy process, turning a daunting task into a breeze.
Best Types of Pears for Baking
Just as is the case with apples, not all pears are the same. Certain varieties are best for certain uses. Learn which pears stay crisp when baked and which ones fall apart.
Oven Roasted Tomatoes
This oven roasted tomato recipe is loaded with flavor. It makes a wonderful base for pasta sauce, homemade tomato soup, and more. You’ll never buy canned roast tomatoes again after learning this super simple recipe.
The Best Apples to Use for an Apple Crisp
To make the best apple crisp you should not use the same apples as your apple pie. Learn which apples are best to use for an apple crisp for the best taste and texture.
How to Make Brown Rice Taste Better
Brown rice contains more nutrition compared to white rice but for all of brown rice’s benefits, it’s about as tasty as a piece of cardboard. Luckily, there are several ways you can easily make brown rice taste better.
8 Great Substitutes for Leeks
Discover eight versatile alternatives to leeks, from green onions to garlic powder, ensuring your dishes maintain flavor and texture even when leeks are out of reach.
How to Make Quinoa Taste Better
Quinoa is a fantastic, nutritious food to include in your diet, but many people find it lacking in flavor, or worse, having a bitter taste. Try these tips to make it more flavorful.
The Secret Spice That Will Take Your Watermelon to the Next Level
There’s one secret spice that you need to add to your watermelon slices, stat.
Is Risotto Rice or Pasta?
Risotto — it looks like rice, but a good plate of risotto is creamy, tender and altogether reminiscent of a pasta dish. So which is it? Rice or pasta?
How to Make Eggplant Less Bitter
One thing that can really ruin your eggplant experience — a bitter veggie. Here’s how to keep that from happening.
How to Make Cucumbers Taste Better
A simple extra step in your cucumber prep makes this popular summer staple taste so much better.
Why You Should Be Using an Onion to Clean Your Grill
Cleaning your BBQ grill with an onion is the best way to keep things healthy and tidy with the added benefit of a non-stick surface.
12 Fruits You Need to Grill This Summer
Discover healthful fruits, from apples to pineapples, that are perfect for grilling. Learn techniques and serving ideas to elevate your nutritious summer meals.
Don’t Make This Mistake When Making Gluten-Free Pasta Salad
Don’t pick the wrong gluten free pasta for your pasta salads! Here are the best kinds of pasta to pick, what to avoid, and a few tips.
How to Pick the Best Blueberries
Want to make sure that you pick the best, juiciest, and most flavorful blueberries in the summer? Here’s how to ensure you find the best ones.
How to Make Bruschetta Bread
This homemade bruschetta is an outstanding appetizer or snack that combines homemade olive oil bread with a rich, savory tomato topping. It’s perfect for dinner parties or summer picnics and tastes even better using in-season tomatoes.
An Easy Hack for Saving Herbs Before They Go BadÂ
This hack is the simplest yet effective technique of preserving herbs to maintain their aroma and taste. Learn how to freeze your favorite herbs for long-term storage and enjoy their freshness all year round.
How to Make the Best Chimichurri Sauce in 5-Minutes
This easy chimichurri recipe is bright and zesty, with ingredients like fresh herbs, vinegar, oil, and garlic, making the base of the no-cook sauce. It’s a healthy versatile vegan and gluten-free topping that can be used on everything from meat to vegetables!
How to Clean Pumpkin Seeds
Cleaning pumpkin seeds can be a messy project. Let our 7 easy steps clean up the process so you can enjoy your roasted seeds sooner.
How to Make Redbud Jelly
This easy redbud jelly recipe is the perfect way to celebrate spring all year long. All you’ll need is a basket of redbud flowers, sugar, pectin, and lemon juice to capture the delightful floral flavors of the season.
How to Make Yogurt Without a Yogurt Maker
Homemade yogurt is high in protein, calcium, and probiotics that aid the digestive system. And you don’t need an expensive yogurt maker to make great DIY yogurt.
