How-To - Mashed

Man pushing cart with two television boxes outside of Sam's club. Maroon Hyundai parked nearby.

Amy Hamblen

How Sam's Club Is Making Holiday Shopping A Little Easier

For those practical shoppers who take convenience to the next level by buying in bulk, shopping wholesale just got even easier. Sam's Club is now offering curbside pickup to all members for a limited time.

Karen Hart

How To Substitute Dried Herbs For Fresh

We all love fresh herbs. They are fragrant, aromatic, and just taste better in our opinion, especially when a recipe calls for green basil or sweet smelling oregano or mint. But when can you use fresh herbs in place of dried?

Andrea Beck

Why You Should Make Cheesecake In A Slow Cooker

It's easy to overbake a cheesecake in the oven, which can leave a bunch of unsightly cracks on top. However, you can make near-perfect cheesecake every time just by switching from using your oven to using a slow cooker.

Maria Scinto

The Simple Trick To Giving Poached Fish Way More Flavor

The problem with poached fish is that it's not very exciting, is it? In fact, it can seem more like a punishment when everyone else around you is chowing down on thick, juicy steaks and heaping plates of marinara-topped pasta and you're facing a plate of...plain fish.

Alexandra Cass

Why You Should Be Putting Leftover Chick-Fil-A Nuggets In An Air Fryer

No one likes soggy, greasy nugget leftovers. Thanks to this hack, you can have leftover nuggets that taste like you just picked them up from the drive-thru.

Sophie Putka

You Should Always Soak Sticky Rice Before Cooking It. Here's Why

Sticky rice is just one of those things that seem so simple, yet it always seems to have that extra something at a restaurant that you just can't recreate at home. But here's the key: you must soak it.

Amanda Tarlton

How To Make McDonald's Discontinued McJordan Burger

Over the years, McDonald's has seen more than its fair share of special edition menu items come and go. But one of the most unique — and one of the most loved among Chicago basketball fans — was the McJordan burger.

Megan Scott

The Scandinavian Holiday Treat You Need To Try

Lefse hails from Norway and it has roots dating back to the early 19th century, when Norwegians began planting and harvesting potatoes to combat famine. The dish remains a Christmas tradition for many Norwegian-Americans today, using recipes that have been passed down through generations.

Karen Hart

Here's What You Can Do To Thicken Creamed Corn

Creamed corn is both delicious and filling and creamy (naturally) and sweet to the taste buds. However, one of the biggest pitfalls of making creamed corn is getting the consistency right. Often times you may find that your creamed corn is too runny. Here's how to fix that.

Michael La Corte

You've Been Salting Your Roasted Potatoes Wrong This Whole Time

It's paramount to only salt after the potatoes have roasted. Don't skimp on the salt -- potatoes require lots of it to be perfectly seasoned. Any type of salt is fine, but kosher is preferred. Next time you're looking for an incredibly crispy and delicious potato side, try this method.

Boshika Gupta

Don't Make This Common Mistake With Tandoori Chicken

Yogurt and spices are at the heart of the dish -- they will make or break it. It's important to marinate the chicken well. Though in many ways it's basic, simple (and delicious) cuisine, nevertheless, there's something else that you need to keep in mind while preparing the meal.

Boshika Gupta

The Festive Frozen Treat You Can Make With Chick-Fil-A Food

It's possible to experiment and come up with your own seasonal favorites using ingredients from Chick-fil-A. Here's one example: with fruits like oranges, strawberries, apples, and blueberries, you can present your guests with a Chick-fil-A special fruit tray. Oh, but there's more.

fresh ricotta cheese on a wooden cutting board

Molly Harris

Read This Before Freezing Ricotta Cheese

If you have a lot of ricotta cheese left over from a recipe and don't want to waste it, you can always freeze your ricotta. However, there are certain steps you need to take to make sure you free ricotta cheese the safe and best way to preserve its taste and texture.

Andrea Beck

Don't Make This Common Mistake With Baked Pasta

Making the best baked pasta, however, isn't quite as simple as cooking the noodles, mixing in your sauce, cheese, and meat, and baking it. For the most delicious baked pasta, you might actually want to skip boiling the noodles and just let them bake in the oven.

Amanda Tarlton

This Is The Absolute Best Way To Reheat Burritos

Burritos tend to be one of those meals where our eyes are bigger than our stomachs. There's probably a good chance you might end up with some leftovers in the form of a half-eaten burrito.

Hope Ngo

This Biscuit Making Hack Changes Everything

Every cook or chef that has ever made a biscuit has a secret for making these flaky quick breads that can defy gravity and melt in the mouth. This biscuit making hack changes everything, and all it takes is a little overnight preparation and a box grater to get the flakiest biscuits.

Erich Barganier

The Secret To Making Roasted Potatoes In An Air Fryer

If you have an air fryer at home or even like the idea of testing one out, you have to try air-crisped roasted potatoes. This is the secret to making roasted potatoes in an air fryer. All you need for air frying potatoes is the equipment, potatoes, spices, and oil.

Sarah Crocker

How To Build The Perfect Charcuterie Board

Building the ideal charcuterie board isn't difficult. Even if you're working in a budget, there are ways to create a delicious and visually impressive display.

Molly Harris

The Secret To Making Sticky Rice In A Rice Cooker

Sticky rice is a perfect addition to Japanese, Chinese, and Thai cuisine, but it can be really difficult to make well at home. While many choose to cook rice on the stovetop, there is one secret to making sticky rice in a rice cooker. Your rice cooker doesn't even need a sticky rice setting.

Erich Barganier

Creative Ways To Sweeten Cold Brew Coffee

If you're trying to make a cup of cold brew coffee at home, you might miss the sweeteners easily available at cafes. Here are creative ways to sweeten cold brew coffee at home, from making your own simple syrup to indulging in some unique creamers.

Michael La Corte

This Ingredient Swap Makes Cream Of Mushroom Soup Vegan-Friendly

Creamy soup may not immediately conjure up the idea of vegan cooking -- but that's where you're mistaken. Rich, uber-creamy soup can be fully vegan and it can come together in under an hour! The Simple Veganista's, mushroom soup is simple, uses mostly pantry staples, and only dirties one pot.

Karen Hart

This Is How You Should Freeze Your Oreos

We have to warn you that it may sound a little unorthodox, but once you try it, this method may be your new guilty go-to dessert. You need to start freezing your Oreos, but before you pop them into freezer, there's one thing you need to do.

Mirtle Pena-Calderon

This Is The Absolute Best Way To Reheat Fried Rice

Fried rice can be an incredible meal, but how do you go about reheating your leftovers for lunch? We can help.

Hannah Cole

Here's What You Can Substitute For Cinnamon

We've all been there -- you want to whip up a recipe and realize you're missing an essential ingredient. Here's what to do if it's cinnamon you're missing.

Hannah Cole

What You Can Do To Remove Stubborn Grease From Your Stove

Admit it -- it's been far too long since you really inspected your stove and gave it some much-needed TLC. Chances are, there's a stubborn grease stain or two that just won't quit. No matter how many times you try to wipe things down after your latest one-pot meal, the issue stands.

Whipped cream over raspberries and blackberries

Amy Hamblen

You Should Be Infusing Your Whipped Cream. Here's How

It's hard to imagine that something as soft, sweet, and sinfully satisfying as whipped cream could be made even better, but, if there's one thing our kitchen experiments have taught us: where there's a will, there's a way. Here's how to infuse whipped cream to make it even better.

Karen Hart

Here's How You Can Get A Year's Worth Of Keebler Cookies For Free

Keebler's iconic little cookie making mascot, Ernie the Elf, is spreading his elfish magic this holiday season as he celebrates 50 years of bringing joy to families with a special (and dare we say, uncommonly good) opportunity for you to win 50 weeks of cookies.