The Best (And Worst) Coffee Beans To Brew For Espresso, According To A Pro
Espresso is a type of brewing that can be done with any variety of coffee beans, but some are better suited to the style than others. An expert gave us advice.
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Stories By Gene Gerrard
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The Simplest Way To Cut Potatoes For Fries (Plus The Pros And Cons Of Peeling Your Spuds)
Homemade french fries can be just as good as what you'd order in a restaurant, but you need to know how to properly cut them to get the best result.
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The Best (And Worst) Cuts Of Fish For Homemade Fish Sticks
Fish sticks are a staple of the frozen food aisle, but that doesn't mean you can't make them from scratch! An expert walks us through the process.
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Make Perfect Gluten-Free Sourdough With This Expert-Approved Flour Blend
It wasn't that long ago when it was impossible to find gluten-free bread. Here's a flour blend that will help you easily bake gluten-free bread.
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How Steaks Were Cooked To Order Mid-Flight In The 1960s
Decades ago, it wasn't uncommon for airlines to serve steak to passengers. Here's a brief history of this era in air travel, and how it ultimately ended.
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The Health Food Staple That Gives Smoothies A Satisfying Crunch
They are a health-food staple ingredient that when sprinkled on top of a smoothie adds a satisfying crunch and a substantial nutritional benefit to boot.
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5 Vintage Frozen Foods No One Remembers Anymore
Sometimes frozen meals get discontinued, only to be forgotten by time. Here are five of the most memorable vintage freezer meals that you likely forgot.
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How To Buy Squid For The Best Fresh Calamari
If you plan on making homemade calamari, you are going to need some squid. According to one chef, here is what you need to know before you purchase.
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The Best Cuts Of Meat For Venison Steaks
What are the very best cuts of venison for steak? We spoke with an expert who offered some great insight into this game meat.
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Yeast Vs Baking Powder: Which Is Best For Perfect Pizza Dough?
Yeast and baking powder are both commonly used to get a good rise from pizza dough, but which one works best? Here's what an expert suggests.
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Here's How Elote Seasoning Differs Across Mexico
How does the Mexican street food elote differ across the country? Well, depending on the region of Mexico you visit, the seasoning may change.
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Just How Much Caffeine Is In Dark Chocolate Vs A Cup Of Coffee?
Believe it or not, coffee and energy drinks aren't the only way to get that much-needed morning jolt. But does chocolate have caffeine, too? Here's a breakdown.
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Specialty Coffee Must Pass These Standards To Earn Its Title
A coffee has to meet some pretty strict requirements in order to be named a speciality coffee, it's much more than just a marketing term.
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How To Start Drinking Amaro If You're New To Italian Liqueurs
If you've never tried a drink that contains amaro, your taste buds are really missing out. Here's how to maximize the experience when starting out.
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How To Perfectly Cut An Airline Chicken Breast Every Time
You don't need to be up in the air to prepare a perfectly cut airline chicken breast. Here's everything you need to know about pulling it off.
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How To Keep The Fish In Your Homemade Poke Bowl Tasting As Fresh As Possible
We know that if we're prepping dishes containing raw fish there are health and safety tips to consider, but this one that affects flavor can get overlooked.
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5 Ways You Should Be Seasoning Pork Tenderloin But Aren't
Take your pork tenderloin from good to great by giving it the seasoning that it deserves. Here are our outside-the-box seasoning suggestions.
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The Absolute Best Way To Cook Top Vs Bottom Round Roast, According To A Chef
Top and bottom round roasts might be two sides of the same beefy coin, but that doesn't mean you cook them the same way. We asked a chef how to tackle each cut.
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Little Debbie: The Real Person Behind The Sweet Snack Mascot
Unlike many other food brand mascots, Little Debbie is based on a real person. Here's what she's been up to in the years since the company's launch.
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This Is The Absolute Best Way To Cook Flap Steak
Flap steak doesn't have tremendous name recognition. However, this cut will reward you with great flavor and texture if you know how to cook it.
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One Of The Best Ways To Enjoy Prime Rib Doesn't Involve A Fork And Knife
If you have ever wondered how to enjoy prime rib without a fork or knife, then there is one recipe that you need to explore for yourself.
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So, What Does A Restaurant Host Actually Do?
We all know that the host of a restaurant takes your name and leads you to your table, but did you know they do much, much more than that?
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Why Pork Is Considered Red Meat Even Though It Looks White
Depending on when you grew up, pork might seem synonymous with white meat. It also probably looks the part. However, despite the pale appearance, it's red.
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How To Cut A Leg Of Lamb Like A Pro
If you are still not sure the best way to cut your leg of lamb, try using this tried and tested technique recommended by a professional chef.
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The Most Important Tip To Remember For Making The Creamiest Vegan Ice Cream
Vegan ice cream can be just as delicious as ice cream made with eggs and milk, but the process is a bit different. We asked an expert for tips.
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What Is A Vegas Strip Steak, And How Does It Stack Up To The New York Strip?
If you're a fan of steak, chances are you're well-acquainted with the New York strip, but there's also a Las Vegas strip cut you should check out.
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Who Actually Invented Deep-Fried Butter?
Deep-fried butter sounds like the brainchild of a culinary mad scientist. We'll leave it up to you to decide whether the inventor fits that description.
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