Cut Your Prep Time in Half With Our Tips for Make-Ahead Pie Crust
Sped up your favorite sweet and savory pie recipes with a classic pastry dough that can be stored in the fridge or freezer for quick use. ...
Can You Freeze Watermelon? Yes, If You Follow These Tips
Can you freeze watermelon? Absolutely. Just be sure to cut it first, then follow our Test Kitchen’s steps for how to freeze watermelon to prevent freezer burn. Then discover the best frozen watermelon recipes to put your hydrating, healthy fruit to good use. ...
What Is Processed Meat? Find Out—And See if it Can Be Part of a Healthy Diet
What is processed meat? Anything that's been flavored or preserved in some way. Find out how processed meats like hot dogs, deli meat, pepperoni, and sausage can impact health. After sharing the processed meat definition, dietitians reveal how to enjoy processed meats as part of a well-balanced diet. ...
Should You Wash Bananas After Bringing Them Home? Experts Clear Up the Confusion
Should you wash bananas after bringing them home? It might seem unnecessary since you peel the fruit before eating, but there are two very valid reasons why you should wash bananas before storing them. Learn more about the benefits of washing bananas and snag pro tips to keep them fresh for as long as possible. ...
The Best Substitutes for Heavy Cream For Sweet or Savory Recipes
Get the best substitute for heavy cream, as well as whipping cream or half-and-half, without sacrificing flavor in your recipes. ...
Can You Eat Mango Skin?
While mango skin is edible, there are reasons to avoid consuming it. Here we break down everything you need to know about eating mango skin. ...
4 Ways to Cook Kale That Actually Taste Amazing
Kale, whether boiled, sautéed, or blended into a smoothie, is the perfect delicious and nutritious green to add to your meal. We'll teach you how to cook kale three different ways, plus how to make kale chips better than any you could ever buy in a store. ...
Cashew Cream Pasta Sauce
Give your basic creamy white sauce for pasta a nutty twist with this cashew sauce. Use it in place of Alfredo or drizzled over nachos and enchiladas, you'll want to put it on everything! ...
How to Wash Rice Properly, According to Someone Who Eats Rice Daily
Rice is part of my daily diet, and I never skip washing it before cooking it. Here's how (and when) I wash my rice properly. ...
How to Make Oven-Dried Tomatoes (Including a Bonus Dehydrator Method!)
Here's how to dry tomatoes in the oven or dehydrator, including our Test Kitchen's secret for storing the dried tomatoes for up to 9 months. ...
Does Honey Expire? Not Really—But We’re Revealing Its “Best By” Date
Does honey expire? When stored properly, it shouldn’t ever spoil. Still honey will naturally start to dim in flavor and aroma between 1 and 5 years after harvest. Learn more about the lifespan of honey, how to store honey, and how to use honey so you can polish off your stock well in advance of that 5-year timeline. ...
When to Chill Cookie Dough (And When You Can Skip It), According to Pro Bakers
Curious about how long to chill cookie dough for the best results—and whether you need to do so in the first place? We tapped three professional bakers to help us separate fact from fiction about when and how long to chill cookie dough. These baking tips will guide you to your best batch yet. ...
How to Make a Cake from Scratch That Looks Like It’s From a Bakery
Whether you need a birthday cake or an over-the-top holiday cake, follow these Test Kitchen tips for a cake that’s scrumptious (and picture-perfect) every time. ...
What Is In Eggnog—and Why Do We Drink It at Christmas?
Here's everything you need to know about what is in eggnog, how to make it, its history, recipes, and more. ...
Here's Everything You Need to Know to Bake a Homemade Pie
Combine a tender pastry with a scrumptious filling to make the best single-crust pie ever. We'll show you how to do it, from mixing up your own homemade pie dough to pulling the pie out of the oven (and checking that it's completely done). ...
How to Cook Tomatoes Using These Different Methods
Cooked tomatoes are easy to prepare. Whether you're looking to learn how to make grilled tomatoes, fried tomatoes, sautéed tomatoes, or roasted tomatoes, we'll show you how to make cooked tomatoes at home and explore new ways to savor them. ...
What Not to Cook in Cast Iron, A Top Chef Winner Weighs In
Avoid these foods to keep your cast-iron skillet in great shape. ...
What Is Cassava Flour? Here's How to Use It for Gluten-Free Baking
Also known as yuca, the starchy tropical tuber that's dried and ground into flour is also Paleo-friendly. ...
How to Broil Food of All Types for Fast, Flavorful Meals
Discover how this classic oven method can be used to quickly cook meats, poultry, seafood, and (even more surprisingly) vegetables and fruits. ...
Is Butter the Best Option for a Golden Grilled Cheese? Our Test Kitchen Sounds Off
We’re comparing 6 potential sandwich spreads. Find out which schmear reigns supreme. 🍞🧀 ...
