Tips and Tricks
When It Comes to Marinating Your Meat, the Third Dip's the Charm
A marinade is marvelous once. But it's even better when you use it again (and again).
By David Tamarkin
These Asparagus Ribbons Are Our Springtime Dinner Goals
They're not just pretty—they're tender, grassy, and delicious.
By Anna Stockwell
You Should Dump Your Kitchen Sponge and Use These Scrubbers Instead
Sponges are gross. What’s the alternative? After a lot of research, we found one (or two) clear winners.
By Lauren Viera
How to Freeze Strawberries
Don't let the season pass without saving a little sweetness for later. Here's the best way to preserve the flavor of a perfect strawberry.
By Joe Sevier
The Cut of Chicken Your Butcher Won't Tell You About
Next time you're seeking out chicken cutlets, skip the breasts and head straight to the dark meat instead.
By Joe Sevier
S'well Water Bottles Finally Have a Top That's Easy to Drink From
You can now drink from it one handed!
By Allison Considine
How to Make Actually-Good Strawberry Daiquiris
The poolside is calling. Here's the drink to go with it.
By Becky Hughes
How to Shop for Strawberries—and Why You Shouldn't Wash Them
Step 1: Pick the perfect strawberry. Step 2: Keep it that way.
By Janet Rausa Fuller
How to Cook Outside the Box (or Jar) with Simmer Sauces
Eight creative ways to take store-bought simmer sauces and turn them into something new.
By Joe Sevier
3 High-Protein Sauces That Turn Vegetables Into Dinner
They're the secret to our food editor's favorite quick and easy weeknight dinners.
By Anna Stockwell
We Just Started Baking with Infused Butters, and Now We're Never Going Back
We're crazy about infusing our butters with bay leaves, rosemary, and thyme—and we're turning those butters into herby and spicy cakes.
By Samantha Seneviratne
3 Reasons Your Chunks of Chicken Should Be Chunkier
When it comes to stir-frying, larger pieces of chicken are faster and easier to cook.
By David Tamarkin
The Make-Ahead Pancake Mix That's Not Just for Breakfast
Here are 10 dinners—yes, dinners—you can make with it.
By Anya Hoffman
Dumpling Filling Isn't Just for Dumplings
9 ways to get potsticker flavor, no wonton wrappers required.
By Joe Sevier
Family Dinner Wins: 5 Easy, Back-Pocket Meals That Save Us From Takeout
The last-minute recipes born of necessity—and, occasionally, desperation—that end up becoming family favorites.
By Anya Hoffman
How to Cut a Chicken in Half and Win the Crispy-Skin Game Every Time
Sometimes spatchcocking just isn't enough.
By Joe Sevier
The Fastest Way to "Hard-Boil" a Huge Batch of Eggs Is to Steam Them
Stick with me here.
By Anya Hoffman
How to Tame the Flame of Raw Onions
Sliced raw onions too pungent for you? After this trick, you'll never feel the heat again.
By Joe Sevier
Oven-Roasted Tofu Is the Vegetarian Main We've Been Waiting For
Instead of sautéing neat squares of tofu, try tearing it into rough, craggy pieces and roasting until browned and crispy.
By Joe Sevier