The Safety Advice To Commit To When Frying Homemade Donuts
Deep-frying donuts at home is a great way to enjoy a delicious treat, but it can be dangerous. To avoid the worst of it, follow this expert safety advice.
Food Science
Save Money On Air Fresheners By Making Your Own Room Spray On The Stove
Air fresheners are a must for any home, but store-bought versions can get expensive quickly. Instead, make your own on the stove with this ingredient.
Transform Cool Whip Into Frosting With Just One Extra Ingredient
Cool Whip makes for a delicious frosting for just about any baked treat. But to give it a frosting-like texture, you need to add this one extra ingredient.
Here’s How To Avoid A Bitter Marinade When Adding Raw Garlic
Adding raw garlic to your marinade can be a gamble, as it can come out extremely tasty or horribly bitter. We asked an expert how to avoid the latter.
Does Honey Need To Be Refrigerated Once Opened?
If you've just popped open a fresh jar of honey, you may be wondering if you should refrigerate it for the best results. Well, we've got the answer.
The Key Flavor Differences Between Iced And Cold Brew Tea
You may think iced and cold brew tea are essentially the same based on their names, but they have enough differences to truly change how the brewed tea tastes.
The Scientific Reason Some People Can’t Handle Raw Tomatoes
Tomatoes might be a common ingredient in a slew of popular recipes, but not everyone can handle what's inside. Here's the scientific reason why.
The Exact Number Of Seconds It Takes To Perfectly Toast A Piece Of Bread
Most people have a toast preference, whether it be basically untoasted or just shy of burned. However, science seems to have settled on a perfect slice.
The Cooling Step That Might Be Ruining Your Corn On The Cob
If you're preparing to make a batch of buttery corn on the cob, make sure to avoid this cooling step. It may be the reason your entire meal is ruined.
How To Keep Microwave Mac And Cheese Cups From Getting Watery
Sick of cooking the handy microwavable mac and cheese cup and ending up with goopy, cheesy slop? Well, this hack will keep your dinner from getting watery.
Ironically, The Best Fast Food Chain Soft Serve Ice Cream Isn’t Even Real Ice Cream
We ranked several fast food chains' soft serve ice cream options. Ironically, our winning cone technically doesn't even consist of real ice cream.
This Fairlife Milk Copycat Passes The Taste Test According To Aldi Fans
If you're looking for a more affordable version of Fairlife milk that rivals it in flavor, check out this Aldi dupe of the popular dairy product.
The Forgotten Beef Sandwich That Helped Families Stretch Meals For Decades
In the 1920s, there came to be a beef sandwich that remained a food-stretching staple for a number of decades. Now forgotten, it lives on through memory.
Why Watermelon-Flavored Food Never Actually Tastes Like The Real Deal
Have you ever wondered why your watermelon-flavored candies or drinks don't really taste like the fruit? Well, there's actually a scientific reason for this.
Your Ranch Dressing Deserves This Chef-Approved Flavor Boost
Keeping a bottle of ranch dressing in the fridge to enhance your meals is common. What should be more common is adding this chef-approved flavor boost first.
How To Get Thick, Velvety Froth From Soy Milk Every Time
If using soy milk is leaving your coffees with thin, unstable, and curdled-looking foam, chances are you're not frothing it properly. Here's how to do it.
How To Know When Scallops Are Done So You Don’t Overcook Them
Scallops are tricky things that can go from buttery rich to rubbery if seared for a second too long. Here's an expert's advice on how to perfectly cook them.
The 10 Best Halloween Candy And Cheese Pairings, According To A Cheesemonger
Halloween candy and gourmet cheese may not seem like it goes together. However, there are 10 delicious pairings we can recommend that won't let you down.
The Mistake That’s Ruining Your Grilled Cheese Sandwich’s Cheese Pull
As we learned exclusively from Harris Meyer, chef and owner of the Creamline restaurant, one mistake is ruining your grilled cheese sandwich's cheese pull.
Why Browned Eggs In A Slow Cooker May Still Be Undercooked
Don't let that beautifully crusted top and golden edge fool you, those browned eggs you just cooked in your slow cooker might still be undercooked.
Before You Cook With IPA Beer, Make Sure You Know This
Some say IPA is the worst beer to cook with due to its over-the-top hoppy notes. That's not true, though; just make sure you know this before you cook with it.
According To Science, It Might Be A Bad Idea To Booze Up On An Airplane
If you're up in the air and of the proper age, a drink or two is a common way to pass the time. Only, it may not be as good an idea as you thought.
Here’s How Long You Have With That Fresh Espresso Shot (It’s Shorter Than You Think)
If you have your own espresso machine for your daily latte, you should know you don't have long between pulling a shot and drinking it for optimal quality.
The Absolute Best Beef For Old-School Sloppy Joes
Ground beef simmered in a sweet and savory sauce is the most crucial part of a sloppy Joe. For the best version of the hearty sandwich, use this type of beef.
Hungover? This Unexpected Food Should Be The First Thing You Eat
You might go for a greasy fry-up or a takeout pizza to cure a hangover. But one of the best foods to eat the day after drinking is something else entirely.