Why You Should Always Rinse Melon
Melons are a delicious staple of summer snacking. Here is the big reason why you should always rinse your melon before cutting into it for an afternoon treat.
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The Real Reason You Should Always Use Pasta Water To Loosen Sauce
When cooking pasta, be sure to save your pasta water to loosen your sauce as this water is perfectly made for pasta and sauce, unlike tap water. Here's why.
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This Trade Agreement Made Avocados More Common In The US
Avocados haven't always been the cultural mainstay that they are today. Here is the trade agreement that made avocados more readily available to Americans.
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This Was Trader Joe's First Store Brand Product
Trader Joe's store-branded products are what make TJ's so unique, and it all started with one product that made its debut some 50 years ago.
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Filet Mignon's Name Wasn't Coined By The French
Filet mignon steak has become synonymous with luxury. Here is the surprising history of who actually coined the moniker in reference to this cut of beef.
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How The Almond Industry Is Trying To Become More Sustainable
Almonds have grown in popularity, being used in everything from candy to milk. Here is how the almond industry is striving to become more sustainable.
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Tips For Protecting Perishable Foods From Summer Power Outages
For when summer power outages hit, come up with a game plan for protecting perishables in your fridge and freezer. Here are a few tips to get started.
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Why Only Using Raw Vegetables Can Ruin Your Veggie Burger
Summer is the time of year when people get together for backyard cookouts. Here is the reason why using only raw vegetables can ruin your veggie burger.
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Don't Believe This Myth About Refrigerating Hot Food
We know we shouldn't leave food out at room temperature for too long, but can we really pop hot food into the fridge without heating up everything else inside?
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Is Tuna With A Dark Center Dangerous To Eat?
When you do eat tuna, particularly filets, you may come across pieces with darker centers, which begs the question: Are they safe to eat?
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The Scientific Way Producers Ensure Bananas Are Perfectly Ripe At The Store
Ever wonder why the bananas at the store seem to ripen at the same rate and time? The reason is thanks to scientists, who figured out how to control ripening.
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Possible Reasons Your Grits Turned Out Runny
There are a few reasons why grits can turn out runny, and here we go over the most common ways we, as home cooks, can sometimes end up serving up thin grits.
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Foods You Should Avoid Putting In Your Blender
A blender offers a quick and easy and to chop and immerse, but even top-of-the-line machines aren't equipped to handle everything that gets tossed into it.
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The Difference Between Mochi And Mochi Ice Cream
They say good things come in small packages, and such is the case with mochi. There's nothing else like the soft, chewy texture of the rounded doughy mochi.
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The Best Substitute For Vegan Carne Asada
When it comes to vegan-izing carne asada, the ultimate substitute for skirt steak comes down to one simple vegetable you may already have on hand.
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How To Know When To Grill Or Griddle A Steak
If you regularly like to cook steak, you may have wondered: How do you know when to grill it, and when to griddle it instead?
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Why You Should Roast Tomatoes First For Homemade Tomato Sauce
Roasting tomatoes first before making a homemade tomato sauce could be the flavor component you've been missing all along.
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Is Grocery Store Produce Washed Before It Reaches Shelves?
Sitting on the shelves and resting in bins at the grocery store, produce looks fresh and clean, so do you need to wash it after purchase?
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Do You Really Need To Clean Your Coffee Pot Daily?
If you are a coffee lover, your coffee pot is likely the most used appliance in your home, but how often do you clean it -- or need to clean it?
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How Hot Does Water Really Need To Be For A Bain-Marie?
Cooking with a bain-marie can be a little confusing, especially when it comes to the temperature of the water needed. Follow these tips and you're golden.
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How A Natural Disaster Solidified Sushi's Place In Restaurants
Today, sushi is usually eaten in restaurants. But at its inception, it was a casual street food. It wasn't until this disaster that sushi found its indoor home.
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How To Pick Out The Best Fresh Cherries
Behind their dashing exterior cherries have some specialities that may surprise and some things you should be mindful of when selecting the best ones.
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The Best Way To Preserve Hot Peppers
Hot peppers can sometimes be too hot to use all in one dish. A great way to keep them for a very long time is to pickle them, and here are some essential tips.
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Trader Joe's New Nuts Are A Cashew Lover's Dream
Any cashew lover should keep an eye out for the new product hitting Trader Joe's shelves -- honey-roasted cashews covered in cashew butter.
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Do This Before Putting On Marinade For Ultra-Flavorful Chicken
Chicken is one of the most consumed proteins on the planet, and its versatility means there are plenty of ways to prepare it.
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How Meatballs Might Have Originated From Persian Cooking
Meatballs may seem an American staple but the history of the comfort food goes back much further. Here's a potted history of that scrumptious little ball.
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The Reason Ina Garten Doesn't Care For Italian Olive Oil
Ina Garten counts olive oil a cooking essential, but when she advises using good olive oil in recipes, she doesn't mean Italian. Here's what she really means.
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