Kitchen

The next time you make stovetop macaroni and cheese, add a can of tomato soup into the mix to double down on the nostalgia and elevate the flavor.

Though banging your baking a pan against the counter is normal when making macarons, it can also improve the texture of other types of cookies too.

Grilling is a great way to impart a distinct smokey flavor into meat, but there are certain cuts that you just shouldn't grill. Brisket is one of those cuts.

Fluffy rice is a satisfying addition to so many meals, but it's not always easy to make. There is an ingredient that can help make the process foolproof though.

We don't think there's anything as classic as a chocolate chip. Still, there's a few reasons you might want to reconsider using chocolate chips to your recipe.

While hard boiling your eggs in water is the standard method, it isn't your only option. Turns out, your grill makes super tasty hard-boiled eggs too.

Have you ever felt like you are in a bit of a rut when it comes to mixing up fun, spirited beverages? A common kitchen appliance can help.

Cream cheese is a smooth and versatile ingredient that works well with many flavors. Swapping it for mayo can add some excitement to your sandwich routine.

Your oven's self-cleaning setting was created for convenience but it can end up being more trouble than it's worth and can produce harmful fumes.

When it comes to butter, you can usually use margarine in its place, however, when baking you can't use melted, softened, or cold butter interchangeably.

Freshly shredding your cheese is worth the effort, but it's a real pain when cheese gets stuck in your grater. A little cooking spray can help.

If you have leftover wine you don't want to throw away, one of the best things to do with it is to freeze it for later use in a variety of recipes.

Looking to make a cake from scratch? For the perfect cake, read our guide to avoid the mistakes that everyone makes when baking a cake.

The most common way to fix thicken soups is to add a slurry made from flour or starch or to simply let it reduce. But Jacques Pépin has a different approach.

Most people consider size and sharpness when deciding what knife to use, however, when cutting avocados, the material of the blade matters just as much.

Have you been told that pepitas and pumpkin seeds are the same thing only to wonder why they look pretty different? There's a small distinction between the two.

Shepherd's pie and cottage pie are similar, but a few key differences set them apart. If you don't have those straight, you've probably been mixing them up.

Vegemite is fiercely loved and staunchly defended by Aussies. That alone make the thick, dark sticky spread a food worth learning more about.

When you buy ribs for grilling, you might be a bit confused since you'll be able to choose between baby back ribs and spare ribs. Do you know the difference?

If you cook with cast iron then you're likely familiar with its rough, textured surface, but did you know it's not always been that way?

When it's time to clean your grill, don't reach for the standard plastic or metal-bristle grill scrub brush. Instead, head to the pantry and grab a big onion.

Whether you're roasting a turkey or frying up some chicken drumsticks, a meat thermometer is your go-to kitchen tool. Here's what you need to know.

Typical recipes call for corn, black beans, black-eyed peas, onions, and seasonings like garlic, herbs, and vinaigrette, but variations abound.

If struggling to open a jar is really starting to cut into your cooking time, Martha Stewart's rubber band trick is sure to come in handy.

Since nuts are kept on the shelf at the store, it's easy to assume you should just put them in the pantry, but there's actually some place better.

Perfectly poached eggs can seem like an unattainable feat eluding you at every turn. But, here are 14 tips and tricks to reach the holy grail of poached eggs.

Cook something on an unseasoned cast iron, and it'll most likely stick. But luckily, this can easily be avoided with an easy tip from Martha Stewart.