Here's How Long You Can Stretch A Frozen Batch Of Chili
Chili takes a lot of time and effort to cook and develop its rich flavor, but when stored properly, a batch of chili can be frozen for up to six months.
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The Hot Knife Hack To Quickly Soften Ice Cream
What worse disappointment is there than reaching for your favorite ice cream, only to be thwarted by a rock-solid brick? Fortunately, this knife trick exists.
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The Myth You Still Believe About Egg Carton Dates
Ah, the incredible edible egg - they're used in just about every cuisine and can transform a dish, but do you need to really worry about the date on the pack?
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How Long Lemon Zest Will Last In Your Fridge And Freezer
Find yourself juicing a good deal of lemons? Before you do, make sure you zest the peels! You'll be surprised how long it can keep in the refrigerator.
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How To Store Green Onions To Last Longer In The Fridge
Keeping green onions fresh for over a week is simple and requires just a bit of water, a plastic bag, and either a paper towel or a glass jar.
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Make Cookies With Frozen Dough And You Won't Go Back
Want to master the art of crispy but still chewy-in-the-middle cookies? It's simple, really. All you need to do is freeze your dough before you bake.
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Here's How I've Lived Off Of Nothing But The Food In My Pantry For Weeks
Once I became an empty nester I challenged myself to clean out the pantry and freezer, but I didn't realize how long this experiment would take.
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How To Freeze Any Potato Salad, Store-Bought Or Homemade
So, can you freeze potato salad? Yes, but freeze it in a flat, single layer to maintain as much of its textural integrity as possible when it thaws.
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How Long Does A Watermelon Last Before Cutting It Open?
You can likely keep an uncut watermelon on the kitchen counter for about a week at room temperature and in the refrigerator for up to three weeks at most.
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How To Choose A Pumpkin That Won't Rot Too Quickly
Whether we're using it for baking later in the season or we want to carve it, pumpkins can be finicky at the best of times. Here's how to choose the best one.
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How To Freeze Egg Yolks After Hard-Boiling Them
The whites and yolks of hard-boiled eggs have different features and uses and don't hold up exactly the same way in the freezer.
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The Best Way To Load Food In Your Freezer After Cleaning It
Don't let all that hard work go to waste after you've cleaned your freezer. Check out our tips on properly loading your food back into cold storage.
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Stop Freezer Burnt Ice Cream With A One-Step Hack
Ice cream is a finnicky one to store - if you don't do so properly, freezer burn can quickly form and ruin it. But there is a one-step hack that helps.
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How To Make A Reduction
It's a line that comes up in recipes frequently: Reduce sauce by half, reduce liquid by 1/3, etc. But what does that mean, and how do you do it?
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The Best Way To Store Leftover Egg Whites For Long-Lasting Use
Quite often, egg-forward dishes require more yolks than whites, leaving us with unused egg. Fortunately, you can store the white safely for months.
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When To Defrost Frozen Vegetables For The Best Texture Results
Unlike sauces and meats, which must be thawed before use, most frozen vegetables yield the best results when cooked directly from their frozen state.
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Gordon Ramsay's Weirdly Sensual Hack For Prepping Avocados
Gordon Ramsay is known primarily for two things: His temper and his elegant food. However, he also gives great --sometimes vexing -- advice on social media.
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It's Virtually Impossible To Zest An Already Juiced Lemon Or Lime
We've all been there: We're making lemon muffins, we get the juice, and then we see we need zest. Just try getting zest from a juiced fruit. It's impossible!
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Freeze Shrimp In Water For The Best Possible Results
The reason freezing shrimp in water works is because it protects the shrimp from air exposure, which can cause freezer burn and alter its taste and texture.
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How To Sort Your Halloween Candy To Get A Head Start On The Holidays
You can patiently wait for the novelty of hiding candy in their bedroom to wear off or sort through their loot once they fall asleep and take what you can use.
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How To Clean A Deep Fryer Without Damaging It
Using a deep fryer at home creates delicious meals that can rival any fast food chain, but you have to clean your machine regularly. Here's how to do so.
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Why You Should Never Eat Canned Food That Was Accidentally Frozen
Most of us know that botulism is a big threat when it comes to damaged cans. But if your canned soup accidentally froze, it's at risk of causing sickness too.
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Turn Your Used Lemons Into A Purée That Tastes Like Pure Sunshine
Time to add one more food waste hack to your repertoire: Here's how to turn those used, juiced lemons into a lemon purée for your cooking and baking needs.
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How To Rehydrate Freeze-Dried Fruit With Delicious Results
Freeze-dried fruit is created by removing most of its moisture, resulting in a product with a shelf life of around 25 to 30 years. But how do you rehydrate it?
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How To Save And Reheat A Big Batch Of Poached Eggs
Although delicious, eggs benedict is not an easy dish to scale without some prep work ahead of time. This is especially true for poached eggs.
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How To Wash A Hydro Flask For Clean Tasting Water
Like all water bottles, however, a Hydro Flask must be washed frequently to prevent bacteria or corrosion. Often, in this case, means once or twice per week.
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The Water Bucket Hack To Keep Indoor Fresh Herbs Thriving
The most challenging aspect of growing herbs is managing their watering schedule. Get your plants to water themselves using only a bucket and some string.
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