Giada De Laurentiis' Cheese Trick Leaves No Noodle Uncoated
Giada De Laurentiis puts freshly grated Parmesan cheese on pasta noodles before tossing them with sauce to help the sauce stick to the noodles.
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The Type Of Salt Ina Garten Uses In All Her Recipes
Ina Garten swears by Diamond Kosher Salt and uses it in all of her recipes. It is less salty and adheres better to food than other salt types.
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The Microwave Trick That Makes Cutting Squash Less Scary
To make cutting and peeling your squash easier, you can microwave it first, which will partially cook it. This softens it up and makes it easier to cut.
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Sorry, But Your Beloved Pyrex Might Not Be What You Think It Is
There are multiple types of Pyrex glass with varied uses, and not all are intended for high heat exposure, as they are made from different glass formulas.
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Why Pineapples Used To Be So Expensive
Pineapples used to be, well, a bit of a luxury item. In fact, during the 1700s, pineapples could sell for about $8,000 (in today's dollars).
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Actually, There Is A Difference Between White And Yellow Onions
Yellow and white onions may seem interchangeable but have specific flavors and uses. Yellow onions shine when cooked, and white onions are best served raw.
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What Exactly Is The White Stuff You See On Salmon?
So what are those little white globs and rivulets (that look a bit like scrambled egg whites) that appear on the surface of salmon as it cooks?
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The Flavor Difference Between Cherry And Grape Tomatoes
Have you ever wondered about the flavor differences between cherry tomatoes and their similar-looking, petite tomato counterparts, grape tomatoes
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No, Yams And Sweet Potatoes Aren't The Same Thing
Although yams and sweet potatoes are sometimes mistaken for one another, these starchy root vegetables are actually two very different foods.
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We Finally Know How Liquid Smoke Is Actually Made
Liquid smoke adds a delectable smokiness to food, but we've always wondered where it came from. Thankfully, it's an ingredient with a well-documented history.
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The Reason Grape Ice Cream Doesn't Really Exist
While you can generally find fruit-flavored ice creams at most ice cream shops, grape ice cream is extremely hard to come by. There's a reason for that.
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The Origins Of Oktoberfest (And Why It Starts In September)
Oktoberfest is an iconic German festival that brings millions to beer halls across Munich (and the world) every year, but why does this celebration exist?
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Jambon-Beurre Sandwiches Are The Simple Paris Staple You Should Try
The jambon-beurre combines butter and ham on half of a rustic baguette. It's beguilingly simple and absolutely delicious. It's also super French.
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How Non-Alcoholic Wine Is Actually Made
Non-alcoholic wine is fermented and made using the usual winemaking methods. Some are even aged like traditional wine. Then the alcohol is removed. Here's how.
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You're Not Wrong, Shopping Carts Are Bigger Than Ever
Grocery store shopping carts are getting bigger, and businesses have discovered that the size and design of a shopping cart influences how much you spend.
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Why You Should Avoid Using Your Oven's Self-Cleaning Setting
Your oven's self-cleaning setting was created for convenience but it can end up being more trouble than it's worth and can produce harmful fumes.
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Actually, Mold On Food Isn't Always A Bad Thing
You might assume that any amount of mold in food is automatically bad, but that's not actually the case. Not all mold is created equal. Not all mold is bad.
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Yes, Butter Temperature Actually Matters When It Comes To Baking
When it comes to butter, you can usually use margarine in its place, however, when baking you can't use melted, softened, or cold butter interchangeably.
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What Is Uni And How Do You Cook With It?
Uni is a divisive food. Some folks love it, but others not so much. Here's everything you need to know about the soft yellow lobes found inside sea urchins.
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One Canadian Province Produces Most Of The World's Maple Syrup Supply
The US produced 4.9 million gallons of maple syrup in 2022, but it's nothing compared to the amount of syrup one Canadian province produces.
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The Reason Authentic Parmesan Cheese Wheels Are Imprinted With Dots
Find out how to recognize an authentic wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano and what the stencil-pressed dots on the rind mean for the quality of the product.
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The Subtle Difference That Sets Pumpkin Seeds And Pepitas Apart
Have you been told that pepitas and pumpkin seeds are the same thing only to wonder why they look pretty different? There's a small distinction between the two.
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What Is Vegemite And How Do You Eat It?
Vegemite is fiercely loved and staunchly defended by Aussies. That alone make the thick, dark sticky spread a food worth learning more about.
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The Differences That Set Baby Back And Spare Ribs Apart
When you buy ribs for grilling, you might be a bit confused since you'll be able to choose between baby back ribs and spare ribs. Do you know the difference?
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Your Cast Iron Pan Wasn't Always So Rough
If you cook with cast iron then you're likely familiar with its rough, textured surface, but did you know it's not always been that way?
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Why Sandwiches Taste Better From A Deli
While food tends to taste better when it's made by someone other than yourself, this isn't the only reason sandwiches from the deli always seem to reign supreme
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The Reason Baked Alaska Doesn't Melt
Even though ice cream is one of the main ingredients and the dessert gets baked in a hot oven, somehow baked Alaska doesn't melt.
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