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Here's how Edna Lewis demolished stereotypes about Southern soul food. Lewis became a culinary icon in the 1900s.
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The Best Ingredients To Pair With Soy Sauce, According To Professional Chefs
Although practical health applications of umami require further study, we can easily create interesting flavors using soy sauce in chef-approved ways. -
Tempeh Is The Plant-Based Solution To Boost Boring Jar Sauces
Due to its nutritional value, flavor, and versatility, adding tempeh is also a great way to boost a pre-made jar of sauce. -
The Case For Adding Black Pepper To Cake Frosting
We think adding black pepper to cake frosting and other decadent desserts is a must-try. Before you doubt us, remember that salted caramel used to be weird. -
The Chef-Approved Mushroom Trick For Quick-Boosting Umami Sauces
Want to add a quick boost of umami to sauces and other foods? Try this mushroom trick employed by chefs. -
Genius Or Cruel: TikTok Spots A Chick-Fil-A Worker In A Portable Pod During A Storm
To speed up its drive-through, Chick-fil-A sends workers outside to serve customers. But do they really need to go out in pods during a storm? -
Upgrade Your Pasta With Lidia Bastianich's Cherry Tomato Method
Some things just go together, like spaghetti and tomatoes. Check out this easy way to upgrade your pasta with Lidia Bastianich's cherry tomato method. -
Heart-Shaped Cheese Pizza Arrives At Aldi In Time For Valentine's Day
If you've been mulling over how to celebrate that special person, or show any appreciation, on Valentine's Day, Aldi's heart-shaped cheese pizza may be the way. -
What, Exactly, Is Cupid Corn And Should You Buy It This Valentine's Day?
You've likely seen this familiar sweet on shelves for Valentine's Day, and perhaps been caught off guard. So what, exactly, is Cupid Corn and should you buy it? -
What Makes Scrumpy Different From Regular Apple Cider
Scrumpy is a traditional form of cider from Great Britain. It has its own unique history that explains the difference between it and the cider we see today. -
Here's How To Keep Cilantro Fresh
You may not need to deny yourself fresh cilantro if you learn a few storage techniques so it's still perky when you're ready to make that guacamole. -
Who Actually Makes Kirkland Wine?
Some private-label brands hide the identity of their partner winemakers, but not Costco. Here's what to know about who actually makes Kirkland Signature wines. -
The Secret Behind This Starbuck's Copycat Lemon Loaf Is Lots Of Grated Lemon Zest
Starbucks carefully guards its secret, but one TikToker suggests that lemon zest is one of the primary reasons why it's so good. -
The Time Julia Child Pulled A Prop Gun On Jacques Pépin
One particularly playful episode of "Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home" unexpectedly involved a prop gun. -
The Egg Tip To Remember For Fluffier Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes
Pineapple upside-down cake is easy to make since it is so forgiving. But if you want a lighter, fluffier version of this classic, try this surprising egg hack. -
The Simple Trick For Turning Frozen Taquitos Into Enchiladas
If you need a quick dinner but just aren't feeling excited by regular taquitos, you can transform them into another classic dish with just a few ingredients. -
Why You Should Never Order This Seafood More Than 100-Miles Away From The Coast
When it comes to certain types of raw seafood, you may want to think twice depending on where you're ordering from. -
Why You Should Season Your Cutting Board Instead Of Steak
This seasoning technique makes it easier to serve moist, well-seasoned steak quickly. Here's why you should season your cutting board instead of the steak. -
Why It's A Mistake To Cover Pasta While Boiling It
Cooking pasta may seem simple but can actually be trickier than you think. Here's why it's a mistake to cover pasta while boiling it. -
You Should Definitely Be Rinsing Bananas To Prevent Pesky Fruit Flies
No one likes fruit flies, especially since they are so hard to eradicate. This is one reason you need to be washing your bananas with their peels. -
The Simplest Mistake To Avoid When Making Homemade Sauces
If you want to get your sauce on, learn the basics. Once you understand sauce fundamentals, you can improvise and create something special. -
What Is Scotland's Irn-Bru Soda?
Apparently, only three living people know the recipe to Irn-Bru which supposedly originally contained 32 flavors when it was created in 1901. -
The Time Subway Was Inside A Laundromat
What if you could combine laundry day with sandwich day? For a few glorious years, a Subway-laundromat combination in L.A. answered that question. -
The Unlikely Ingredient You Should Be Adding To Risotto
Chances are, you already have an unexpected ingredient on your spice rack that works surprisingly well in risotto dishes. -
Can You Use Coconut Oil To Fry Food?
The scent of coconut makes many of us think of sunshine, warm weather, and paradise, but can you use coconut oil to fry food? Here's the deal. -
Does Fully Cooked Frozen Food Have To Be Warmed Up?
If frozen food has been thoroughly cooked, you may wonder if you have to heat it up before eating it. We checked with the USDA and we got an answer. -
Here's Why You Shouldn't Use Your Instant Pot As A Grill
Few appliances are as versatile as an Instant Pot, but there are still some things you shouldn't use your Instant for, such as grilling.