
Pan-Fried Trout
In this pan-fried trout recipe, a crispy coating of cornmeal, crackers and Parmesan cheese encases a tender, flavorful trout.


Strawberry Cheesecake
Our strawberry cheesecake is a dressed-up classic cheesecake with a glossy strawberry glaze and fresh berries.


Pumpkin Bars
Pumpkin bars with cream cheese icing are a delicious (and surprisingly easy) festive fall treat. Flavorful, moist and oh, so...


Salmon Quiche
Enjoy this simple, sophisticated salmon quiche for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner!

An Easy Guide to Beets and Why You’ll Want to Eat Them
Learn how to cook beets (or beetroot) and you'll reap a wealth of health benefits that may surprise you.

How to Make Beef Jerky, 3 Ways
Whether you prefer to use the oven, smoker or dehydrator, we show you how to make beef jerky that's flavorful,...


5 Types of Buttercream Frosting to Top Your Cake
Need to frost a cake? Discover five types of buttercream frosting to find the best fit for your cake.

How to Make a Christmas Ham
This year, go ham for the holidays with the only recipe you'll ever need.

Turducken: A Brief History of the Most Complicated Thanksgiving Recipe
Learn what turducken is and how it came to be.

What’s the Best Potato for the Job?
Potato salad not turning out like Mom's? Au gratin a mushy mess? You might be using the wrong spud....

Sugar Cookies, Butter Cookies and Shortbread…What’s the Difference?
Sugar, butter and flour are the ultimate cookie-baking staples. Find out how to turn them into three classic and distinctly...

How to Write an Original Recipe, According to An Expert
Turns out, you're just a few tweaks away from creating the cookbook of your dreams.


How to Measure Flour Correctly
Baking is a science! Too much or too little flour can totally alter a recipe. Our Test Kitchen shows you...

How to Turn (Just About) Any Recipe Into a Slow Cooker One
Great news! Did you know you can turn most dishes into slow cooker recipes? With these super simple tweaks,...

How to Make Frozen Yogurt as Good as a Froyo Shop Right at Home
Looking for a sweet treat that's a bit better for you? Our Test Kitchen shows you how to make frozen...

7 Ways to Make Creamy Soup Without Using Cream
Contributor Rosie Mayes shares her secrets to making extra creamy soup—no cream included!

How to Separate an Egg: 3 Super Easy Ways
Making a key lime pie? A mousse? Angel food cake? You'll need to learn how to separate egg whites from...


How to Cut Basil, Thyme, Cilantro and Other Fresh Herbs
Our herb gardens are overflowing. Now it's time to learn how to cut basil, cilantro, parsley and more so you...

The Goof-Proof Way to Proof Yeast
Bread beginner? We'll help you conquer the first step of basic breads and rolls and show you how to proof...

How to Store Fresh Herbs the Right Way
Wondering how to make your parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme stay fresh longer? Follow these easy tricks.

How to Mince Garlic 6 Ways
Just a spoonful of minced garlic adds lots of savory flavor to recipes. Learn how to mince garlic with a...


How to Keep Lettuce Fresh
So long, sogginess! Learn how to keep lettuce fresh with these tips and tricks. They'll leave you with crisp, crunchy...

How to Make Salsa as Good as a Mexican Restaurant
We're all partial to the chips and salsa at our favorite Mexican joint. Learn how to make salsa at home...

How to Tell When Butternut Squash Is Ripe
Read on to learn how to pick a butternut squash for your fall recipes.

How to Carve a Chicken (You Can Do It!)
It's easier than you think. Learn how to carve a chicken like a pro using these easy step-by-step instructions. Carving...

Lettuce 101: Your Guide to the Most Common Lettuce Varieties
Which type of lettuce should you use when? Follow this handy guide to pick the best way to go green.

How to Make a Crisp with Any Fruit
This jammy, crumbly summer dessert couldn't be easier to make. Here's how to whip one together with any fruit you...

How to Make Vegetable Broth (and Why It’s Better Homemade)
Making vegetable broth is as easy as cook, strain and serve! Follow along with our step-by-step guide below.

How to Make Beef Stock the Old-Fashioned Way
It's the base of your soup, heart of your gravy and secret to your sauce. What are we making? Homemade...