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Struggling with a hunk of beef that's more akin to leather is an experience many of us try to avoid. What's the secret for perfectly tender chunks of beef?
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What Is Chicory And How Do You Use It?
Chicories are closely related to lettuces, and the family of greens includes a list of different salad, roast, and sandwich-ready greens. -
The Big Mistakes You're Making With Creamed Spinach From Scratch
Thanks to some common mistakes, homemade creamed spinach often turns out soupy or slimy. Here are steps to guarantee flawless creamed spinach from scratch. -
This Is What Causes Bitter-Tasting Vinaigrette
Since a vinaigrette is basically a commingling of acid and oil, it's imperative that both ingredients are good quality in order to prevent a bitter taste. -
Why You Should Think Twice About Buying Boneless Ham
Boneless ham may make carving easier, but here's why you should think twice before buying a boneless ham. Here's why you want bone-in ham. -
You've Been Making Hash Browns Wrong All This Time
There are a few culinary steps you need to employ to ensure you'll end up with potatoes that are golden and crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. -
What Is Mud Cake And What Does It Taste Like?
Mud cake may not sound appetizing, but this rich chocolate cake is a Southern classic for a reason. This is what mud cake really tastes like. -
This Is The Best Cut Of Beef For Swiss Steak
Buttery, ultra-tender steak, dripping with juice — that's what Swiss steak brings to the palate. Learn which cut of meat you should buy if you want to try it. -
Creative Ways To Use Green Tomatoes
With the ample amount of recipe inspiration at your disposal, the question should be, "What can't you do with green tomatoes?" -
Foods You Can Make With Squid Ink
If the idea of sitting down to a meal that's exceedingly dark is appealing to you, get yourself some squid ink and start having some culinary fun. -
What Is A Hatch Chile And Is It Spicy?
Looking for a chile pepper that delivers the perfect balance of heat and sweetness? Look no further than the Hatch chile. -
The Real Reason Five Guys' Fries Taste So Good
The real reason Five Guys' fries taste so good is because they aren't frozen, but rather made with whole potatoes. This is how Five Guys fries' get made. -
You've Been Making Gazpacho Wrong This Whole Time
Quickly prepared and served chilled, gazpacho is a simple, inexpensive soup made of basic ingredients. So why is it so easy to screw up? -
The Secret To Making The Best Hot Chocolate
Opening a packet of cocoa mix and swirling it into hot milk might be easy, but there are tricks to transform that mug of comfort into something truly awesome. -
This Is Why Bologna Is So Cheap
One of America's favorite sandwich stuffers, bologna, happens to be one of the least expensive meat products to buy. But why are these pink slices so cheap? -
This Is Dairy Queen's Most Underrated Menu Item
If you strut into Dairy Queen, there's a secret menu item that will knock your socks off, and all you have to do is ask for it: the secret Frozen Hot Chocolate. -
Here's The Difference Between Grilled And Tandoori Chicken
If you choose to char your chicken on an outdoor grill, you'll find that there's a significant difference in flavor and cooking technique when compared to cooking tandoori-style. Here's what that difference is. -
This Is What Makes Celery And Celeriac Different From Each Other
Although celery and celeriac are kissing cousins, celeriac is not the root of the celery you buy at the store. This is what makes celery and celeriac different from each other. -
This Is The Tastiest Cut Of Lamb
Lamb is the tender, mild-flavored meat from young sheep less than 12 months old, and there are plenty of options to consider. This is the tastiest cut of lamb. -
The Real Reason Oyster Mushrooms Can Be So Expensive
Oyster mushrooms get their name from their oyster-shaped cap, and light grey, or greyish-tan color but are known to be quite expensive.Why do they cost so much? -
Why You Should Avoid Buying Baking Soda At The Dollar Store
If you're looking to save a buck while spending one, the dollar store offers a decent array of household items you can check off your list. But if baking soda is one of those items, don't cross it off just yet. -
How To Know If Your Protein Shake Is Terrible For You
If you're looking to increase your protein intake with a souped-up shake, ask yourself if you really need the extra protein and if it's toxic. -
Why You Should Skip The Wine At Italian Restaurants
We're clearly willing to shell out more money for booze at a restaurant, but how much more we're paying is the shocker. For most of us, a little markup for a good wine selection is acceptable, we're unaware of the outrageous, greedy, and downright absurd price gouging. -
The Reason You Might Want To Add Stinging Nettle To Your Diet
Stinging nettle sounds like something you'd run from, not a vibrant green herb that improves blood sugar metabolism, prevents weight gain, and reduces pain. -
This New Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal Combines Two Popular Flavors
Cinnamon Toast Crunch has finally released its new flavor, Chocolate Churros. That's right: This new Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal combines two popular flavors. -
Survey Reveals That People Are Split On Their Favorite Candy Bars
In a recent Mashed survey seeking the "best candy bar," 40,000 respondents revealed four distinct winners. Basically, people are split on their favorite candy bars. -
Dishes To Try If You Want To Cook With Rice Noodles
Rice noodles are the ideal, gluten-free base for a gazillion recipes. The starchy strands add heft while absorbing the flavors of everything you add to the dish. Here are some dishes to try if you want to cook with rice noodles.