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  • open can of salmon

    Is Canned Salmon Raw Or Cooked?

    Canned salmon is useful for varied recipes, from enhancing pasta dishes to making fish burgers. However, many people are unclear if it's cooked before canning.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Fluffy waffles with ice cream, blueberries, and mint

    The Extra Step That Makes The Lightest And Fluffiest Waffles

    While there's nothing wrong with popping a frozen waffle into the toaster for a quick breakfast, homemade waffles benefit from this one extra step.

    By Kirsten Magas August 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Stacked jars of frozen Talenti gelato

    Why Are Talenti Gelato Jars So Hard To Open?

    If you've been personally victimized by a jar of Talenti Gelato, you're not alone. Across social media, reports keep flooding in about stubborn jars.

    By Sharon Rose August 17th, 2024 Read More
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    Waterdrop X16 Reverse Osmosis System

    Waterdrop Filter: Your Budget-Friendly Solution For Pure Water

    Waterdrop Filter Tankless RO systems use reverse osmosis to filter out 99% of contaminants in your drinking water. They are also sleek and easy to maintain.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 16th, 2024 Read More
  • broken bar of white chocolate on pink background

    If White Chocolate Isn't Really Chocolate, Then What Is It?

    White chocolate looks like regular chocolate and tastes like it too, so then what is it? Here's how it's made and why it can't be classified the same way.

    By Mary Cate McMillon August 16th, 2024 Read More
  • leafy greens on a plate

    Can You Still Eat A Salad If A Few Lettuce Leaves Are Wilted?

    It's almost inevitable. You open your new container of salad greens, and what greets you? A few slimy, gross pieces. Is the whole thing safe to eat?

    By Emily Zogbi August 16th, 2024 Read More
  • three vanilla ice cream cones melting in hands

    The Gross Reality Of Soft Serve Ice Cream Machines

    Before you go out and enjoy your next batch of soft serve ice cream from your local joint, make sure you understand the potential risks involved.

    By Emily Zogbi August 14th, 2024 Read More
  • A dented can

    Can You Eat Food From Dented Canned Goods?

    No one wants to toss a can of food they'd been planning on using, but when are dented cans safe for consumption and when should they be tossed?

    By Khyati Dand August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • rum raisin ice cream

    Can You Get Tipsy From Boozy Ice Cream?

    Creative types of boozy ice cream provide spirited dessert options. But can they make you drunk? The answer is a matter of science, and we have the scoop on it.

    By Tiffany Betts August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Open can of sardines

    Are Canned Sardines Raw Or Cooked?

    When you pop open a tin of sardines, whether they're in water, oil, or tomato sauce, do you need to then cook them before eating the contents?

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Soda can without a label

    The Reason Canned Soda Is Beveled On The Bottom

    Have you ever looked at a can of soda and wonder why it's designed that way? When it comes to the beveled bottom, there are a few key reasons.

    By Tiffany Betts August 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Buckwheat flour in large wooden spoon

    Is Buckwheat Flour Gluten-Free?

    Of all the different gluten-free foods on the market, some are a bit confusing. For example buckwheat flour. Wheat is in its name so is it really gluten-free?

    By Tiffany Betts August 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Cup of coffee with coffee beans on table

    Ever Wonder Why Decaf Coffee Tastes So Different From Regular Blends?

    If you thought your cup of decaf coffee tasted different from the regular kind, you're not alone. Here's why decaf might be tasting different than regular.

    By Jennifer Sweenie July 30th, 2024 Read More
  • fried eggplant on a tray

    Patience Is The Key To Avoiding Soggy Fried Eggplant

    Don't be disappointed with your next batch of fried eggplant. Whether you're making eggplant parmesan or rollatini, don't skip this one extra step.

    By Danielle Esposito July 29th, 2024 Read More
  • fried chicken on a table

    The Simple Mistake Everyone Makes When Draining Fried Food

    One of the key aspects of making decent fried food is how you drain it when it's out of the oil. Doing so incorrectly results in sad, soggy breading.

    By Danielle Esposito July 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Sous vide bag being placed in pot

    Reheat Your Leftovers Sous Vide And Thank Us Later

    Using a microwave to reheat leftovers leads to sadness -- burned in some places, ice cold in others. To avoid such sorrow, break out the sous vide.

    By Rachel Dennis July 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Cotton candy machine in action

    How To Make An Array Of Cotton Candy With Just One Ingredient

    Cotton candy always hits you right in the nostalgia when you visit a fair, but you can also make it at home with one popular candy and a straw.

    By Catherine Rickman July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Grilled tilefish

    The Unexpected Fish That Contains The Highest Amount Of Mercury

    Though the levels vary depending on the type, most fish and shellfish contain at least a trace of mercury - but one fish from the Gulf of Mexico has the most.

    By Jennifer Sweenie July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Mary Berry smiling

    The Tool Mary Berry Uses For Smooth Hollandaise Sauce

    To make creamy, dreamy hollandaise sauce with minimal risk of breaking, Mary Berry uses one specific tool to do the heavy lifting when creating the sauce.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • person holding dripping ice cream cone

    The Genius Marshmallow Trick To Prevent Leaky Ice Cream Cones

    If you want to prevent a leaky ice cream cone on a hot day, there's a genius hack that only requires the addition of marshmallows. It's a tasty tip too.

    By Melissa Willets July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Chicken salad in a bowl

    Why Is Canned Chicken Pink?

    If you've ever opened a can of chicken, you may have noticed that the meat was initially pink -- but why is that the case? Turns out, it's totally normal.

    By Jennifer Sweenie July 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Bacon jam spread on bread

    The Food Safety Reason You Never Should Can Bacon Jam

    While there's no harm in making a delicious batch of bacon jam, you should never try to actually can and store it as the risk of botulism is too high.

    By Catherine Rickman July 20th, 2024 Read More
  • various deli meats

    The Reason There Are Rainbow Spots On Your Deli Meat

    Sometimes you get back from the store only to find that your deli meat looks almost iridescent. Why does this happen, and what do those rainbow spots mean?

    By Hayley Sugg July 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Ice cream cone against blue sky

    How To Transform Ice Cream Into Soft Serve

    When the hankering for soft serve strikes, you don't need to be beholden to the random occurrence of an ice cream truck appearing -- you can make it yourself.

    By Catherine Rickman July 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Chef chopping mushrooms

    14 Insider Tricks Restaurants Use To Make The Most Delicious Mushrooms

    Mushrooms are more than just fungi - they're delicious ingredients worthy of a fine-dining preparation. Here are the ways restaurants prepare their mushrooms.

    By Emily M Alexander July 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of homemade vanilla ice cream

    The Perfect Egg Substitute You Need For Creamy Ice Cream

    If you want to make the creamiest homemade ice cream but want to opt out of eggs, never fear. Use this velvety combination instead for supreme results.

    By Lindsay Pevny July 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Close up of orange soda can

    The FDA Officially Bans BVOs Found In Common Sodas, But What Are They?

    On July 2, 2024, the FDA announced that brominated vegetable oils (BVOs) will no longer be permitted for use in food, citing safety concerns.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed July 3rd, 2024 Read More
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