In a world where food waste is a growing concern, it’s not uncommon to find yourself staring at that container of leftover yogurt in your fridge, wondering if it’s destined for the trash. Or maybe you’ve experienced those moments when…
Before modern techniques refined wheat milling, sifting ingredients like flour helped bakers filter out chaff, seeds, and pests. Even though sifters are a holdover from the days before proper quality control, they’re still a helpful tool for bakers. Sifting is…
Trussing a chicken may sound like an unnecessary step. Still, it serves a few important purposes: Tying the bird together helps keep both the extremities and the breast from drying out from overexposure when cooking. By keeping the chicken cavity…
From marinating to dry brining, a lot of cooking techniques aim to tenderize meat — a process that makes it easier to prepare and cut and also boosts its flavor. The ultimate goal of tenderization, however, is to get better…
Corn on the cob is America’s ninth most popular dish, according to YouGov. But it might rank even higher if not for the corn silk that clings tenaciously to the kernels — albeit for good reason: The sticky strands attract…
There’s nothing worse than boiling a pot of fresh green beans only to watch them lose their vibrant color. You already know to season the water with salt first and raise the boiling point past 212º, but there’s another household…
Boiling potatoes isn’t rocket science, and it’s because this task is so easy that you might overlook a crucial step. If you consistently find yourself with broken or unevenly cooked potatoes, here’s a tip: Always start potatoes in cold water.…
Nothing beats the vibrant, refreshing taste of freshly squeezed citrus juice. Whether you’re concocting a zesty cocktail or adding a tangy twist to a homemade salad dressing, every drop counts. However, extracting the maximum amount of juice from lemons, limes,…
This simple trick keeps your strips chewy and evenly cooked every time If you don’t like crispy bacon (we forgive you), here’s a simple trick for getting perfectly chewy, evenly cooked strips every time. Cook bacon in water. If you’ve…
In the United States, shrimp makes up more than 25% of all seafood consumed: It ranks number one in terms of amount with almost 6 pounds per person in 2021, according to Seafood Source. And it’s easy to see why.…