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Tips and Tricks

Why You Should Butter Your Bread Before You Toast It

Flipping the script results in toast that's richer and crispier.

How to Use the Freezer to get Razor-Thin Slices of Meat

And pork. And chicken. And salmon. And any other animal protein you want to prep like a pro.

How to Use Your Freezer to Cook a Perfect Steak

A perfectly-seared crust and a pink-all-the-way-through middle—that's the steak of your dreams. And with the help of the freezer, that dream becomes a reality.

When Are You Actually Supposed to Salt Mushrooms?

Do you really need to wait until mushrooms are cooked to season them? We did a side-by-side comparison to find out.

The Power of the Pu Pu Platter

Sometimes the secret to getting kids excited about dinner is presenting it in a novel way.

This Tool Transforms a Regular Cup of Coffee Into One You'd Buy at a Fancy Café

And you don't even have to change out of your pajamas to drink it.

This Weeknight Dinner Makes Its Own Sauce as It Cooks

Sauces can feel fussy, but this quick, kid-friendly chicken dish couldn't be easier to make.

The Huge Batch of Rice You Cook Like Pasta

And nine family-friendly ways to turn it into dinner.

The Internet Lied to You About Popcorn

Forget everything you know about making stovetop popcorn and try this method.

My Coworker Does #COOK90 Better Than Anyone Ever Has

His Instagram feed is a master course in creative, on-the-fly cooking.

Why COOK90 Is Better With a COOK90 Club

Like any sport, High Intensity Interval Cooking is better when you have a team.

The Foolproof Restaurant Trick for Using Plastic Wrap

Stop the struggle and go for the hotel wrap.

Everything You Need to Make Pie This Thanksgiving

Uh oh, it's fall and you don't have all the supplies you need to make apple pie? We've got you covered.

Teach Your Kids to Make Their Own Lunch: Part Two

From grocery shopping to prep work, here's how you and your kids can nail the details.

The British Trick to Boiling Potatoes in Half the Time

They've got it all figured out over there.

Teach Your Kids to Make Their Own Lunch: Part One

And they might actually eat it.

Do I Really Need to Truss My Turkey?

You do, but it's not complicated. We promise.

Why You Should Grill Your Vegetables Before Pickling Them

You've had pickles with barbecue. But what about a barbecued pickle?

The Best (And Most Economical) AmazonBasics Kitchen Products You Can Buy

These are the top-rated inexpensive and handy kitchen tools you can find from Amazon's in-house product line, AmazonBasics.

The Best Starter Recipes for the Instant Pot

These dishes turn you into a believer.
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