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Smoking a turkey, whether it's for Thanksgiving dinner or another special occasion, is a delicious and easy way to cook up a whole bird. You don't even have to own a smoker to do it. The result will be a juicy bird with delicious smoky flavor, and you won't have to give up your oven for hours.
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You've Been De-Boning Chicken Wings Wrong This Whole Time
Deboning chicken wings probably isn't something you're going to do every night, especially because getting rid of all those smaller bones can be kind of a pain for the amount of meat you end up with. Your usual method of deboning is probably just pulling out the bones as you eat. -
You've Been Cleaning Lettuce Wrong This Whole Time
Washing lettuce probably isn't anyone's favorite kitchen chore - it can be tough to hit all of its little crevices and make sure it actually gets clean. While there's not really any way around it, there are methods for washing your lettuce that are better than others. -
Dark Chocolate Vs White Chocolate: Which Is More Nutritious?
It's hard to resist a good piece of chocolate, and almost nothing makes a better flavor for dessert. -
The Surprising Origin Of Canned Bread
If you're a New Englander, you might've grown up knowing and loving brown bread, but if you're from any other part of the country, it's a little shocking to learn that this Northeastern staple comes in a can -- but just because it comes from a can doesn't mean it's not downright delicious. -
This Is The Best Type Of Apple For Baking
If you're going to go to all the trouble of making an apple pie or crisp, make sure it's worth all the slicing, peeling, and chopping by choosing the best apple for the job. You might not have thought about it before, but different varieties of apples each have their own niche in the kitchen. -
The Real Difference Between Soul Food And Southern Food
Soul food and Southern food are similar in a lot of ways, so it can be difficult to truly separate the two. In the most general terms, according to How Stuff Works, all soul food is Southern, but not all Southern food is soul food. Confused yet? Let us explain. -
Here's How To Thaw And Brine Meat At The Same Time
Freezing meat is a good way to stock up and make sure you always have a backup option for dinner when you need it. The downside is you have to wait for it to thaw before you can start cooking. But if you planned on brining your meat before cooking, you can save yourself some time. -
The Real Difference Between Watermelon Radishes And Regular Radishes
You might be used to seeing just plain red globe radishes with white centers at the store, but if you check out your farmers market, you'll likely find more kinds than you knew existed. Watermelon radishes are just one variation and they can be a little tougher to find, but are definitely worth it. -
You Don't Want To Eat Raw Lingonberries. Here's Why
Lingonberries probably aren't a fruit you're used to seeing at the grocery store — they're much more popular in Scandinavian countries, including Sweden. While you might be tempted to just pop one of these shiny red berries in your mouth, lingonberries aren't really meant to be eaten raw. -
What Vegetarians Should Know About Jell-O
If you're a vegetarian or vegan, you should definitely know what goes into Jell-O, because it'll probably change your mind about that box on your shelf. -
This Is The Proper Way To Blanch Almonds
Sometimes you'll see recipes that call for blanched almonds, either because the skin might come off during cooking or just to make the final product look a little nicer. Whatever the reason, blanching almonds yourself is super simple. It just takes some time to peel away all of the skins. -
You Should Never Eat Unripe Watermelon. Here's Why
If you bring home a watermelon that needed a little more time on the vine, suddenly your refreshing summer snack isn't quite as tasty anymore. Unlike other fruits, watermelons don't continue ripening after they've been picked, so your best bet is to avoid choosing an unripe melon if you can. -
You Should Always Soak Clams Before Eating Them. Here's Why
Cooking clams can seem intimidating at first, especially since they're known for being a little tricky to clean. Without doing some prep work beforehand to get them really clean, you could end up biting into a sandy clam that's filled with grit. -
The Real Difference Between Pomodoro Sauce And Marinara Sauce
If you're a pasta lover, then you know there's nothing more comforting than a huge plate of spaghetti smothered in sauce. Marinara and pomodoro sauce are both popular, and at first glance they almost seem like the exact same thing. However, there are a few subtle differences that make them distinct. -
Here's Why You Should Avoid Eating Tilefish
As delicious as seafood is, not all fish are created equal, and there are a few you should definitely steer clear of if you see them at the supermarket. Tilefish is one of them. Here's why you should avoid eating tilefish. -
The Real Difference Between Corn Syrup And Golden Syrup
As far as kitchen staples go, almost everyone has a bottle of corn syrup in their pantry. Golden syrup is a little less common though, which might lead to some confusion. Though they both have "syrup" in their names and are used for making desserts, they're completely different. -
This Is The Secret To Making Perfect Hasselback Potatoes
An ultra fancy type of baked potato, Hasselback potatoes are a crowd-pleaser that look much harder to make than they are. The secret to making perfect Hasselback potatoes is to cut a small section of the potato off the bottom, so the vegetable can fan out as it roasts. -
Do This Before Storing Coffee Beans In The Freezer
If you're serious enough about your morning cup of joe to buy whole coffee beans and grind them yourself, you definitely want to make sure you're storing them correctly. You might've heard the way to keep coffee beans fresh is by freezing them, but that might not actually be your best option. -
The Strange History Behind The Ice Cream Sundae
Ice cream sundaes are a dessert staple, and there's nothing quite like a big bowl of your favorite ice cream with chocolate sauce. Even though you can find an ice cream sundae just about everywhere now, that wasn't always the case, and the origins of the sundae are hotly contested. -
Read This Before Making Pickled Eggs
Canning and pickling are both good ways to preserve extra food and save for later use, but you have to be careful to follow the right process. If you don't and you eat food that hasn't been properly preserved and stored, you could end up getting seriously sick. -
The Reason Colorful Egg Yolks Are Uncommon In The US
Have you been paying attention to the color of the yolks inside? While you might be used to seeing an orange-ish yellow yolk, depending on where you buy your eggs, you'll sometimes notice slight changes in color. So, why are most of the egg yolks from the supermarket a similar color? -
This Simple Trick Makes Trimming Asparagus Easy
Before you even think about cooking asparagus, it has to be trimmed first to remove the root ends that are tricky to eat and not tasty at all. But don't just line up all of your asparagus and cut off the bottoms -- one of the best ways to trim asparagus is to forget about your knife completely. -
Kraft Singles Aren't Actually Cheese. Here's Why
Kraft Singles are a staple for a lot of people - after all, there's nothing easier for sandwiches or grilled cheese than those individually wrapped slices. But despite their flavor and appearance, Kraft Singles aren't really cheese at all. Calling them a cheese food product is more accurate. -
The Reason You Need To Avoid Cooking Bacon In An Air Fryer
For bacon, it's probably best to just skip the air fryer and choose another cooking method altogether. Here's why cooking bacon in an air fryer is a bad idea. -
Here's What The Colored Circles On Chip Bags Actually Mean
All the information on food packaging can get confusing quickly, but then you'll also sometimes see a row of colored circles or squares near the bottom. While it might look like a secret code, it actually doesn't have anything to do with the nutrition facts, or even the food inside. -
What You Didn't Know About Aldi's First US Location
Even the savviest Aldi shoppers might not know how the discount grocer made its way from Europe to the United States, or where the first US Aldi store opened.