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13 Recipes Made Sweet and Spicy With Pepper Jelly
When you need a lot of flavor in a little bit of time, pepper jelly is there to get the job done. Get recipes that get a sweet and spicy lift from pepper jelly, including chicken, roasts, appetizers, and more. → Read More
14 Gingerbread House Kits That Will Make the Holidays Sweeter
Take the frustration out of building gingerbread houses this year with these fun, family-friendly gingerbread house kits. Purchase these gingerbread house kits from Target, World Market, Walmart, and more. → Read More
19 Breakfast Recipes to Make in Your 9x13 Baking Dish
Feeding a crowd at breakfast or brunch? Try out one of these breakfasts that uses a 9x13 baking dish. They're easy to assemble and guarantee a satisfied table. → Read More
Yes, You Can Freeze Pizza Dough — But Should You?
Here's what you need to know about freezing pizza dough, including how to thaw homemade pizza dough and how long pizza dough will last in the freezer. → Read More
What Is Spam Made Of?
Spam contains just six ingredients: a combination of pork and hat meat, water, potato starch, sugar, and sodium nitrite. Learn more about the history of Spam, how it got its name, and how to cook with Spam. → Read More
Can You Freeze Cucumbers?
Anyone who's grown cucumbers at home knows just one plant can yield a lot of fruit. Which naturally leads to the question of whether or not you can freeze cucumbers. And the answer is yes. → Read More
Can You Refreeze Bacon?
Here's what to do if you thawed more bacon than you needed. → Read More
Can You Eat Raw Potatoes?
If you've ever wondered what might happen if you eat a raw potato, you've come to the right place. Read on to learn the disadvantages and risks associated with eating raw potatoes. We'll also tell you if you can eat raw sweet potatoes and if dogs can eat raw potatoes. → Read More
Why Don't We Use Tin Foil Anymore?
The "tin foil" you know and love is actually made from aluminum. → Read More
The Most Popular Recipes of the 1940s
Thanks to rationing, shortages, and cost, home cooks had to get creative during the 1940s. Learn the history behind these iconic 1940s-era dishes and how they changed food history. → Read More
Can You Store Potatoes and Onions Together?
Potatoes and onions should be stored separately in order to keep both veggies in prime condition. The ethylene gas that onions release will cause potatoes to ripen too quickly and spoil, while the moisture in potatoes can trigger onions to liquefy and leak. → Read More
What Is Amish Friendship Bread Starter?
Amish friendship bread starter is a type of sourdough starter that is made with flour, sugar, milk, yeast, and water. It origins may or may not be Amish, but its principle of sharing what you have with others fully reflects Amish values. → Read More
I Put Nails in My Baked Potatoes — Here's What Happened
Potato nails are nails made from food-safe metal that help potatoes cook faster. The metal rods conduct heat, which is then transferred to the potato's interior. → Read More
Can You Reboil Eggs?
If you accidentally under-boiled your egg, don't fret — it can be salvaged. Learn two ways to reboil eggs, how to tell if a boiled egg is done without cracking it, and how to boil eggs correctly the next time. → Read More
7 Substitutes for Heavy Cream
There are many heavy cream substitutes that suit different purposes. Here's how to choose the right heavy cream substitute for your recipe. → Read More
What Is Velveeta?
You probably have a block of Velveeta in your pantry, but do you know what is it or if it's even real cheese? → Read More
Is It Safe to Eat Eggplant That's Brown Inside?
Eggplants can develop brown spots or discoloration for two reasons: enzymatic browning, a process that occurs when eggplant's flesh is exposed to oxygen, or decomposing. → Read More
How to Store Eggplant
Eggplants have a robust appearance and taste, but they're delicate and spoil quickly. Learn the best ways to store eggplant on the counter, in the fridge, and in the freezer. → Read More
How to Store Broccoli to Keep It Fresh
Store fresh broccoli in a loosely wrapped or perforated plastic bag in the fridge. Cooked broccoli should be refrigerated and stored in a shallow, airtight container or tightly wrapped in aluminum foil. → Read More
20 Crescent Roll Appetizers to Get This Party Started
FACT: The best party-friendly appetizers start with canned crescent roll dough. Browse appetizers made with crescent roll dough, including pizza rings, chicken puffs, taco rings, and more. → Read More