Store-Bought Foods Chefs Secretly Love
Most of us think that making food from scratch is better than food from the store. But many chefs don't have the time or convenience to make fresh ingredients.
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Stories By Lily McElveen
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14 Ingredients That Will Make Canned Chili Taste Homemade
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14 Ingredients That Will Seriously Upgrade Your Pasta Salad
Hosting a barbecue and looking to impress your guests? These simple ingredients will seriously upgrade your pasta salad and leave you hungry for more. -
14 Expert-Approved Ways To Upgrade Your Ordinary Meatball Recipe
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14 Expert-Approved Ways To Upgrade Your Guacamole Game
Looking for ways to upgrade your guacamole game? We've consulted the experts and found some tips that are super easy to try yourself at home. -
14 Surprising Ways To Use Leftover Coleslaw
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Mashed Potato Myths You Should Stop Believing
While you may find making mashed potatoes a breeze, you may not know all the misconceptions out there that keep your dish from being the best it can be. -
Julia Child's Best Cooking Tips Will Completely Transform These Popular Dishes
Julia Child had all kinds of wisdom to share. We've assembled her best cooking tips, which will transform some of the most popular dishes around. -
15 Ingredients That Will Take Your Meatloaf To The Next Level
Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that many people love. If you're looking for ways to upgrade your go-to recipe, these ingredients will make it stand out. -
14 Ways To Upgrade Your Bologna Sandwich
They may not be sophisticated, but there's a reason bologna sandwiches have endured all these years, and there are plenty of ways to upgrade them. -
What You're Eating When You Bite Into A Fig Newton And Is It Really Healthy?
Fig Newtons are considered to be a healthy snack, but after taking a closer look at the ingredients, these cookies might not be as healthy as you think. -
14 Best Ways To Use Tomato Sauce Beyond Pasta
Tomato sauce might seem like an ordinary pantry staple, but it contains countless meal ideas within each jar. Here's how to use tomato sauce beyond pasta. -
13 Creative Uses For Store-Bought Donuts
Donuts are the perfect doughy treat to satisfy your sweet tooth, and there are many ways to incorporate them into other recipes. Try these tasty concoctions. -
14 Simple Ways To Upgrade Squash For More Flavor
If you're a little bit bored with squash, there are many ways that you can upgrade your recipes, from using different spices to trying a new cooking method. -
The Best Meat Pies From Around The World
Meat pie is one of those endlessly versatile dishes that easily please a crowd. Here are some of the best versions of this dish from around the world. -
12 Things From Unfrosted That Are Actually True
Unfrosted is a Netflix movie that doesn't claim to tell the truth of Pop-Tarts, but it still manages to contain some real, if surprising facts about this snack. -
Different Uses For Eggs Around The World
Across the globe, there is diversity in how this miraculous ingredient is used, from boozy drinks to delicate desserts to some nonculinary uses -
13 Cake Myths Debunked
Baking a cake is always a great way to celebrate any occasion, but it's not always as easy as it seems. Let's take a look at some common cake myths. -
Genius Ways To Use Leftover Pasta Beyond Reheating
Whether you need a quick bite to eat after a stressful day or an elegant, indulgent meal to impress, here are genius ways to gussy up leftover pasta. -
Guy Fieri's Best Cooking Tips To Try In The Kitchen
Guy Fieri may be well known for his bleached hair and bombastic personality, but he also has some real kitchen skills. Here are some of his best cooking tips. -
Everything You Need To Know About Vegan Beers
Your favorite beer might not actually be vegan. Find out why some animal products are used during beer production and which popular beers are vegan-friendly. -
Mistakes Everyone Makes When Whipping Cream
The canned stuff just can't compare with homemade whipped cream. But according to the experts, everyone makes these mistakes when whipping cream. -
15 Ways To Use Instant Pudding Mix To Upgrade Your Desserts
You don't need to just make pudding with the instant pudding mixes from the store. Adding instant pudding to recipes can easily upgrade your favorite desserts. -
Everything You Need To Know About Cooking With Heirloom Tomatoes
Intrigued about heirloom tomatoes? We've got everything you need to know about this eye-catching vegetable (well, fruit if you want to get technical). -
What Are Australian Folded Eggs And Are They Worth The Hype?
Australian folded eggs are a new trend with social media foodies. Find out if they are worth the hype to order them at a restaurant or for cooking at home. -
13 Old-Fashioned Restaurant Dishes Chefs Love That Need To Make A Comeback
Many nostalgic foods from the past decades have had a comeback in recent years. Here are some old-fashioned dishes chefs would love to see become popular again.
