15 Mistakes You Make While Cooking Salmon

The typical American consumes about 2.4 pounds of salmon per year, making it one of...

This Is Exactly What a Mirepoix Is, According to a Chef

There's a chance you might've seen mirepoix listed on a recipe you were attempting to...

How to Cook Fish Without Making Your Whole House Smell

It's likely not often that you cook seafood in your house, especially if you don't...

This Is Why Brown Butter Has So Much More Flavor Than Basic Butter

If you're not an avid cook or chef, it may come as a surprise to...

You Shouldn't Put Frying Oil Down The Drain—So Where Should You Put It?

Whether you fry a lot of food or do so moderately, knowing how and why...

Exactly How to Deglaze a Pan, According to a Chef

You don't have to be a chef to know how to deglaze a pan, but...

The One Item You Need to Buy to Cook Bacon Perfectly Every Time

Bacon is an essential food to have at breakfast and brunch get-togethers because a lot...

25 Ways to Organize Your Kitchen for Weight Loss Success

It's so easy to let your kitchen become a magnet for chaos, especially when it...

The Best Way to Slice an Avocado, According to a Chef

Cutting an avocado may not exactly seem like a challenging task on the surface, but...

How to Properly Fry an Egg Without Destroying the Yolk

How many times have you attempted to make the perfect sunny-side up egg but you...

Hawaij Is the Next Big Thing in Spices

What is this warming spice blend that looks like it reads Hawaii? For starters, it's...

Confused About Grits? Here's Everything You Ever Wanted to Know

If you've dabbled with Southern cuisine, you've likely tried grits. You know, the buttery and...

Learn How to Make a Roux, the Secret to Deliciously Thick and Creamy Soups and Sauces

Have you ever flirted with the idea of cooking up a flavor-filled gumbo, a creamy...

12 Ways You're Ruining Your Kitchen Knives

Your fully-stocked kitchen knife block looks stylish, but can what's stored inside really cut it?...

The One Trick to Butter Corn on the Cob Without Creating a Mess

Corn the cob is one of the most quintessential barbecue and picnic foods. Think about it:...

How to Cut Onions Without Crying Ever Again, According to a Chef

Many delicious recipes call for a serving of onion. Whether it be tossed into a...

This Is the Easiest Way to Cook Rice

Rice is one of those foods that can be the simplest to make–once you've figured...

The Only Gluten-Free Flour I'll Bake With When Carb Cravings Hit

There's no arguing how good carb-heavy desserts can be. Muffins, brownies, cookies, cake—the (very delicious)...

23 Best Soft Foods to Eat After Surgery

You've had your wisdom teeth removed, or maybe you're struggling through strep. Ouch! Whatever the...

The #1 Chef-Approved Trick for Flipping a Pancake Perfectly Every Time

Whipping up, or should we say flipping up, a stack of fluffy hot pancakes can be a delicious, yet...

Learning How to Salt a Steak the Right Way Will Make It Even Tastier

We hate to break it to you, but you may not be cooking your steak...

Protein-Packed Turkey BLT Salad Recipe

Bacon, lettuce, and tomato may be the finest combination ever introduced to sliced bread (sorry,...

A Restaurant-Worthy Jalapeño Cheeseburger Recipe

Americans have always been hamburger crazy, but never more so than now, as celebrity chefs...

Quick Chicken Burger With Sun-Dried Tomato Aioli Recipe

It's true: alternative burgers nearly always lead you astray when you're dining out at a...

Easy Panini With Provolone, Peppers, and Arugula Recipe

Philadelphians are justly proud of their robust sandwich culture. Sure, there's the eponymous cheesesteak, but...

Healthy Honey-Pecan-Cherry Granola Recipe

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why would you...

How to Roast Garlic in the Oven for a Major Flavor Boost

Have you ever attempted to roast garlic? It may sound like a daunting task, but...

The Difference Between Baking Soda and Baking Powder Every Baker Should Know

For some, especially regular bakers, the following statement may seem very obvious: baking powder and...

Our Guide to Every Kitchen Knife You Need

Even if you're starting out as a beginner home cook, you likely know that certain...

23 Genius Uses for Leftover Candy Canes

Twinkling lights, the smell of Christmas trees, and holiday-themed cocktails are among the most welcomed...