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Charcuterie Chalets Are The Edible Holiday Houses You Didn't Know You Need

If you're the kind of person that prefers savory to sweet, it appears the 2020 holiday gods have decided to give you the holiday treat you deserve because instead of gingerbread houses, people are now making charcuterie chalets.

Maria Scinto

Myths That Trick You To Avoid Food When You Shouldn't

If there's one thing we know about science, particularly as it relates to telling us what we should and shouldn't eat, it's that it's remarkably inconsistent. There's persistent disinformation telling us to stay away from foods that we'd formerly been told were not only okay but downright healthy.

Amanda Tarlton

This Is Katie Lee's Secret To Making Fantastic Scrambled Eggs

Scrambled eggs are a breakfast staple beloved by many, but for a dish so simple, it's not always easy getting your eggs just right. Food Network's Katie Lee has a secret to making fantastic scrambled eggs. For scrambled eggs, Katie Lee suggests paying attention to the heat of your pan.

Ralph Schwartz

Why You Shouldn't Throw Away Turkey Giblets

Why shouldn't you throw away the neck and giblets -- the gizzard, liver, and heart -- that are stuffed inside the carcass of your Thanksgiving turkey? To put it simply, and to borrow the pun in the title of a cookbook by Chris Cosentino, it's because they're "offal good."

Maria Scinto

How To Trick Your Family Into Eating More Veggies

We know we really should be eating more veggies as well as inflicting them on sharing them with our loved ones. Without resorting to threats, bribery, or hypnotism, perhaps the most effective way to get more veggies into everyone's diet is by resorting to good old fashioned subterfuge.

Erich Barganier

This Hershey's S'mores Kit Is The Perfect Gift For Campers

The camping and sweets enthusiasts inside all of us can join forces this holiday season and celebrate Hershey's release of their official s'mores kit. It's perfect for anyone looking for an intimate dessert experience or who just wants to recapture the memories of sitting around a campfire.

Audrey Michels

Costco's Mini Turkey Dinner Is Perfect For A Low-Key Thanksgiving

Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the CDC is recommending we not travel for Thanksgiving and limit our celebrations. However, Costco has an even better idea.

Maria Scinto

Why You Should Think Twice Before Eating Canned Cranberry Sauce

Should you actually be eating the kind of cranberry sauce that comes out of a can? We spoke with two food experts, dietitian Emily Wunder, MSCN, RD, LDN, and chef Seamus Mullen, and both of them gave us the same answer: no, you should probably give it a pass.

Mirtle Pena-Calderon

The Surprising Secret Ingredient Your Gravy Has Been Missing

With a recipe so simple, it's easy to build upon it and make gravy even better than it already is. This year, if you're feeling like adventurous with your culinary endeavors, when you're mixing up your gravy, try adding this special ingredient.

Carly Caramanna

What You Need To Know About Disney's Upcoming Holiday Food Festival

Foodies will delight in the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, with the milder temperatures and lighter crowds. Check out what's going down!

Megan Scott

Ina Garten Is Hosting A 'Micro Thanksgiving' This Year, Here's How

Due to the pandemic, Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa, is hosting a Micro Thanksgiving this year. Ina Garten's Thanksgiving menu is downsized for four guests and includes three vegetable sides and turkey. Here's how to make Ina Garten's Mico Thanksgiving meal.

Karen Hart

You Should Never Throw Out A Stale Baguette. Here's Why

The one downside with baguettes is their short shelf life. Sadly, they get stale and hard pretty quickly. But don't send this bread down the garbage disposal if you find it hard as rocks. There are plenty of ways to breathe new life into your baguette when it is past its prime.

Andrea Beck

Why You Should Start Using Egg Wash In Your Baking

Brushing on an egg wash right before baking is one of the simplest ways to make your breads and pastries even tastier (and it'll make them look a lot more Instagram-worthy, too). This finishing touch will make your baked goods look like they came straight from a professional bakery.

Ralph Schwartz

TikTok Is Divided On This Unique Ice Cream Machine

A popular social media site that promotes products found on Amazon recently raved about an ice cream maker/blender hybrid. But TikTok is apparently divided.

Hanna Claeson

Ina Garten Thinks You Should Make This Pantry Staple For A Holiday Gift

Ina Garten is a beloved star, so when Garten recommends a holiday gift, you'll want to listen up. Well, that's exactly what she did in the short tour of her kitchen that she filmed as part of her Times profile. So here's how to make Garten's holiday treat.

Sophie Putka

The Surprising Thing Julia Child Always Served At Thanksgiving

Julia Child may have mastered the art of French cooking, but her go-to appetizer for Thanksgiving was surprisingly simple.

Amanda Tarlton

How To Order Starbucks' Secret Menu Hot Cocoa Cold Brew

The holiday menu at Starbucks is full of everything from peppermint mochas to caramel brûlée lattes, but it's the secret holiday menu that really steals the show this season. And there's one drink in particular for 2020 that mixes coffee with the flavor of hot chocolate: the Hot Cocoa Cold Brew.

Holly Riddle

The Most Traditional Cakes From Around The World

Everyone loves a good cake — and it's easy to see why. After all, cake comes in a variety of flavors, shapes, sizes, temperatures, etc. Interested in seeking out and trying (or baking) some of the world's most traditional cakes? Here are some that deserve your attention.

Sophie Putka

Here's What You Can Make With Leftover Egg Whites

Okay, so you made some lemon bars, a creamy custard, a caesar dressing, or if you're a real food nerd, some cured egg yolks. You've used up every egg yolk in sight, but what about the egg whites? Armed with some egg white-centric recipes, you'll be on your way to light, airy kitchen magic.

Molly Harris

The Vintage Champagne Cocktail That Needs To Make A Comeback

When it comes to cocktails, fads come and go. Though cocktails can be rather involved, there are some classic, vintage cocktails that are easy to make and definitely worth the minute effort they take. One such cocktail is the French 75

Emily Alexander

The Untold Truth Of Celebrity Chef Christina Tosi

Christina Tosi, CEO and founder of Milk Bar, has come a long way since her outlandish childhood kitchen experiments.

Ralph Schwartz

Desserkys Are The Bizarre Thanksgiving Mashup You Didn't Know You Needed

Reynold's certainly hopes you're thinking about them around Thanksgiving and have their signature product handy, to help with the turkey-baking and leftovers. But the brand apparently has chefs on the payroll who also want to share with you some creative ways to prepare your Thanksgiving bird.

Sarah Crocker

Insanely Delicious Desserts You Need To Try Before You Die

The dessert completist faces a pretty daunting challenge. But by checking off the items on this list, you may get close to trying them all.

Hanna Claeson

The Surprising Topping Some People Put On Apple Pie

While you might think you know all the best toppings for this classic American dessert, there is one fan-favorite topping that you may have never considered.

Erich Barganier

The Vintage Brandy Cocktail That Needs To Make A Comeback

Hundreds of these concoctions exist, but only a handful deserve to get revived and added back to their former place of honor. Enter one of the most delicious vintage cocktails that deserves its comeback — the Brandy Alexander.

Ralph Schwartz

People Can't Stop Talking About This TikTok Steak 'Hack'

Despite a video on TikTok from a self-proclaimed "master chef" that has gotten 4.2 million views, you cannot cook steak in a toaster.

Kate Hagan Gallup

Stove Top's Unusual New Products Are Turning Heads

Stove Top's new products are turning heads. In 2017, Stove Top created a buzz with their stuffing pants, and this year they are adding to their collection.