How to Store Peppers So They Stay Crisp and Wrinkle-Free
Learn how to store mild and hot peppers to keep their flavors fresh for as long as possible.
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How to Wash Potatoes to Actually Get Them Clean, According to Our Test Kitchen
Learn how to wash potatoes, when to wash potatoes, and score a solution for how to wash potatoes that are small without spending an incredible amount of time scrubbing. Our Test Kitchen will walk you through how to wash potatoes and are also sharing one tool that’s a “must-have” for cleaning potatoes.
If You Need a Bread Crumb Substitute, Here are 5 Ideas
Fresh out of bread crumbs? If you need a bread crumb substitute, here are five ideas for what you can use instead, including one that's gluten-free.
How to Cook Bell Peppers 7 Ways to Delicious Perfection
Learn how to cook bell peppers seven different ways—using your stove top, oven, grill, air-fryer, and more.
No, You Can’t Actually Ripen a Pineapple—Here’s Why
Wondering how to ripen a pineapple? The answer is to allow it to continue growing on the plant. Pineapples don’t really ripen after they’re picked. Find out why, learn how to choose a good pineapple, and what to do if you happen to select an underripe fruit.
Is There a Difference Between Olive Oil and Extra Virgin? Find Out Why It Matters
Olive oil has been lauded as one of the most heart-healthy ingredients on Earth, but it comes in several grades. Here, we'll walk you through the difference between olive oil and extra virgin. Plus, we're sharing the common terms you may see on olive oil labels.
How to Cook Sweet Potatoes—6 Different Methods Including Baked, Fried, and More
Mash them, bake them, pressure-cook them, or turn them into fries—whatever your method, follow these steps to make perfect sweet potatoes every time.
Cranberry-Orange Tea Ring
Cranberry-Orange Tea Ring
The Best Vegan Egg Substitutes for Every Type of Recipe
Transform your favorite baked goods recipes into tasty meat- and dairy-free delights with these easy vegan egg substitutes.
What Not to Cook in Cast Iron, A Top Chef Winner Weighs In
Avoid these foods to keep your cast-iron skillet in great shape.
How to Store Cherries So They Stay Fresh as Long as Possible
Plump, juicy cherries are superstars of summer fruit. Here are our Test Kitchen's best tips for storing cherries so they last.
4 Tips for Choosing the Sweetest Cantaloupe, Honeydew, or Muskmelon
Here are four tricks our editors swear by to pick the sweetest melon at the store.
What Makes Deli Meat "Deli," Exactly? Dietitians Dish
Get an official deli meat definition, then learn about the benefits of deli meat as well as the drawbacks of including the processed meat in your diet. Dietitians share their favorite deli meat recipes (and how often they serve them to their families), then reveal other healthy protein sources they rely on more.
Grilled Pork and Pineapple
Grilled pineapple is an ideal sweet side for savory pork loin chops.
The Best Way to Choose a Ripe Avocado, According to Our Food Editors
Avocados are endlessly adaptable. But before you can put them to work in recipes, learn how to pick a ripe avocado. We put several methods for choosing a ripe avocado to the test, and this is the best one.
Is Butter the Best Option for a Golden Grilled Cheese? Our Test Kitchen Sounds Off
We’re comparing 6 potential sandwich spreads. Find out which schmear reigns supreme. 🍞🧀
How to Boil an Egg So It’s Your Ideal Texture
Boiling an egg sounds simple, but getting that just-right texture is trickier than you think. Try our expert Test Kitchen tips on how to boil an egg to always get the perfect texture.
How to Store Onions for Up to 3 Months, According to Our Test Kitchen
Discover where and how to store onions to keep them fresh for up to 3 months. It’s important to learn how to store onions of different varieties, as green onion storage differs from white and red onion storage. Find out how to store onions of all types and study up on the produce items that you shouldn’t keep close by.
When and Why Do You Sift Flour for Cookies? Our Experts Explain
You may not have to take the extra step of sifting flour for cookies. Read what our Test Kitchen experts have to say about when sifting is necessary.
The Best Substitutes for Heavy Cream For Sweet or Savory Recipes
Get the best substitute for heavy cream, as well as whipping cream or half-and-half, without sacrificing flavor in your recipes.