The Ultimate Bread Baking Guide
Head into your kitchen to learn the basic tips and techniques of baking yeast bread.
Bakeable: Your Guide to Everything Baking
Cakes, pies, cookies, bread—we love creating homemade treats. And we’re putting a new twist on baking with Bakeable from Taste...
What Does Chilling Cookie Dough Do?
Still trying to make the perfect cookie? It's easier than you think! All you need to do is chill cookie...
How to Prevent Soggy Pie Crust
Ready to bake the perfect pie? These tips on how to prevent soggy pie crust will have you serving up...
This 6 Cent Egg Replacement Is All I Use for Baking—and I’ll Never Go Back
It's a cheap, shelf-stable and endlessly useful egg substitute.
This Is the Best Cheese for Pizza, According to a Pizza Chef
To choose the best cheese for pizza, I like to consider meltability, flavor and age.
Toasted Pecan Nuts
Toasted pecan nuts are a snacker's dream, with their natural sweetness and buttery crunch. They are perfect for adding to...
9 Mistakes You Might Be Making with Raw Chicken (and How to Avoid Them)
Learn the safe (and proper) way to handle raw chicken by keeping certain chicken food safety tips in mind and...
How to Store Fresh Basil So It Doesn’t Wilt
Don't let one bit of this fresh, fragrant herb go to waste! Learn how to store fresh basil to make...
How Long Does Rice Last in the Fridge?
How long does rice last in the fridge after it's cooked? The shelf life is much shorter than you think.
How Long Does Chicken Broth Last in the Fridge Before Going Bad?
Homemade chicken broth is too time-consuming and store-bought broth is too expensive to waste. So how long does chicken broth...
What Is the Difference Between Olive Oil and Extra Virgin Olive Oil?
When do you use olive oil vs. extra virgin olive oil? We'll share the differences in taste and various uses...
How to Peel Butternut Squash Using the Microwave Trick
The secret: You have to microwave your squash.
Can You Tenderize Steak with Baking Soda?
This pantry staple could be the secret to tender steak.
How Long Do Eggs Last?
Eggs have a surprisingly long shelf life—if you follow these simple rules.
Do Pickles Need to Be Refrigerated or Can They Be Left Out?
Do pickles need to be refrigerated? It's a fair question, and you might be surprised by the answer.
Do You Have to Peel Zucchini? Our Pros Settle the Debate
Do you have to peel zucchini before you make bread—or kabobs or zoodles? Find out how to prep summer's most...
What Is Sweet Cream Butter?
In the dairy aisle and wondering what makes sweet cream butter different from basic butter? We've got the answers you...
Fresh to Dried Herb Conversion: How Much to Use in Recipes
If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, use this fresh to dried herb conversion to maintain your favorite recipe's...
What Is Pickling Salt and How Is It Used?
What is pickling salt? It sounds specialized, but it's really the simplest form of salt and keeps pickles bright and...
What Does ‘Room Temperature’ Mean, Exactly?
So, your recipe calls for room-temp eggs or dairy. What is room temperature, anyway? We'll give you the facts and...
Pork Chop Temperature Guidelines for Perfectly Juicy Chops
It's time to brush up on the proper pork chop temperature for juicy, tender results. Here’s the right number to...
What’s the Difference Between Crispy and Crunchy?
It might seem finicky, but there is a real difference between crispy and crunchy. Here's our quick guide to crispy...
What Are Ramps and How Do They Taste?
What are ramps? Well, they look like scallions but taste like garlic, and their soft leaves are as tender as...
How to Thaw Pork Chops Safely
Does your freezer hold the contents for tonight's dinner? No worries, just follow these methods for thawing pork chops.
The Two Best Methods for How to Wash Rice
Once you learn how to wash rice correctly, apply it to your recipes for a huge upgrade in taste, texture...
What Is the Best Oil to Fry Fish?
Whether it's cod, catfish or walleye, we'll point you to the best oil to fry any kind of fish.
How to Wash Grapes the Right Way
Don't just faucet-rinse your grapes! Here's how to wash grapes (with baking soda) and store them the right way.
Coconut Cream vs. Coconut Milk: What’s the Difference?
Which should you choose at the grocery store: coconut cream or coconut milk? The full-fat or "lite" can? Here's a...
This Brilliant No-Peel Hack Makes Cooking Mashed Potatoes So Easy
Tired of peeling potatoes? Us too! Next time, we're making these no peel mashed potatoes.
What Is Coconut Flour, and How Do I Use It?
Perfect for sweet and savory recipes, coconut flour is a fun substitution when experimenting with gluten-free baking.
