Kitchen

Soft, Medium, And Stiff Peaks Are Not The Same When It Comes To Whipped Cream

When making whipping cream, the threat of over whipping can be a little nerve-wracking so it's important to learn how to identify soft, medium, and stiff peaks.

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The Extra Step You Shouldn't Skip When Scrambling Eggs In Butter

To make seriously delicious scrambled eggs, use butter as a base of decadent fat to add flavor and prevent sticking. Just don't forget this one other step.

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Fish Sauce Is The Umami Key That's Missing From Your Tomato Sauce

You can make a solid tomato sauce only using pureed tomatoes and a few aromatics. For an absolutely delicious tomato sauce, add fish sauce.

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The Easy Thumbprint Trick That Can Make Your Burgers Better

Many people assume that to stop burgers from forming a dome while cooking you have to keep pressing them onto the grill, but there's actually a better way.

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The Baking Staple That Gets Stuck-On Labels Off Of Glassware

While repurposing glass jars is sustainable and cost-effective, there's no denying the hassle it can be to remove the label. A common baking staple can help.

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12 Facts You Didn't Know About Tomatoes

Juicy and tasty, tomatoes are one of the best culinary ingredients. To master this ingredient, here are 12 facts you didn't know about tomatoes.

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The Secret Salty Ingredient That Creates The Perfect Cheese Pull

If you've ever tried to heat up a dry aged cheese, you know it's almost impossible to make it melt well, but there's a salty ingredient that changes everything.

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11 Unexpected Foods You Actually Don't Have To Refrigerate

Need fridge space? From basil to butter, here are 11 unexpected foods you actually don't have to refrigerate. Trust us, it'll taste better too.

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Mistakes Everyone Makes When Making Pasta Salad

Craving pasta salad? Want to make the best? From spices to choosing pasta shapes, here are mistakes everyone makes when cooking pasta salad.

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Ree Drummond's Favorite Way To Make Toast Isn't In The Toaster

According to the Pioneer Woman, if you're making cinnamon toast by simply adding butter, cinnamon, and sugar to a piece of toast then you're missing out.

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The Baking Staple That Helps Get Rid Of Used Cooking Oil

When discarding used cooking oil, most people wait until the oil cools and solidifies, then toss it in the trash, but there is a much more convenient approach.

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Now We Know What Cream Of Tartar Is Actually Made Of

Cream of tartar frequently pops up on the ingredient list for baked goods made with whipped egg whites, but does anyone know what this ingredient actually is?

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What You Should Be Looking Out For When Searching For Real Olive Oil

Because high-quality extra virgin olive oil is so sought after, there are unfortunately a lot of fraudulent bottles out there claiming to be the real deal.

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Stop Throwing Out Leftover Ramen Broth And Make Eggs Instead

After eating a bowl of ramen, you probably end up with some leftover broth. You can actually turn this into a second meal if you have an egg on hand.

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The Restaurant Hack For Peeling Garlic Is A Game Changer

Peeling garlic is no big deal, unless your peeling a lot, which can actually be very time-consuming. Thankfully, there's a chef's hack that can make it easier.

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You Should Be Infusing Your Cocktail's Simple Syrup More Often

Homemade infused simple syrup is an easy way to add a special touch to your drinks. Once you get the hang of it, you'll wonder why you don't do it more often.

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Kewpie Mayo Is The Secret Ingredient That's Missing In Your Egg Salad

If you haven't experimented with Kewpie mayo, you've been missing out. This iconic Japanese mayo can definitely take your egg salad game up a notch or two.

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Martha Stewart's Tip For Removing The Garlic Smell From Your Hands Is Genius

Considering she's been cooking on TV since 1993, it comes as no surprise that Martha Stewart knows just what to do to rid your fingers of a garlicky smell.

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