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How to Use Baking Soda in the Fridge to Eliminate Funky Odors

This kitchen staple has a million helpful uses around the house. Here's why keeping baking soda in your fridge is a must.

How to Freeze Almost Every Type of Food

Your handy guide to freezing foods, from what you can freeze to how long they'll keep and more


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60 Simple Dinner Ideas with 5 Ingredients (or Less!)

Dinner doesn't have to be a hassle. Put these simple meals together with just a few ingredients you probably already...


10 Foods You Shouldn’t Reheat in a Microwave

We already know better than to nuke plastic—or heaven forbid, aluminum foil—but certain foods can become downright toxic when blasted...


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100 of the Easiest 30-Minute Meals You Can Make

Short on time doesn't mean short on flavor! Get these highly rated 30-minute meals ready in a snap—perfect for a...

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The Best Way to Store Fresh Herbs

Love cooking with fresh herbs but hate how fast they wilt? These expert tips on how to store fresh herbs...


Robots May Be Making Your Tacos in the Near Future—At Least That’s Chipotle’s Plan

What you need to know about Chippy the tortilla-making robot, as well as restaurants run by artificial intelligence


How Long Do Leftovers Last in the Fridge?

Not sure if those leftovers are still good? Don’t chance it—we have the answers to how long a variety of...


How to Make Fluffy Scrambled Eggs Like Dolly Parton

Hint: You don't even have to add milk or cream!


How Long Will Food Last in the Fridge Without Power?

Follow these expert tips when there's a power outage, and you can save the food in your fridge—and save yourself...


McDonald’s Just Launched an Adult Happy Meal—Here’s What’s in It

Happy Meals used to be just for kids, but McDonald's new adult Happy Meal has changed the rules


Queen Elizabeth’s Chef Made Her Scrambled Eggs with Two Secret Ingredients

The queen rarely changed her healthy diet, and her scrambled eggs became a breakfast staple


Are Purple M&M’s Being Added to Your Favorite Chocolate?

The new purple M&M is a fun addition to the candy crew, but you won't find her on store shelves

Does Salt Expire—and How Do You Know if Your Salt Has Gone Bad?

That shaker of salt has been in your pantry for ages—is it safe to eat, and does salt ever expire?


How Long Does Canned Food Really Last?

Canned goods are perfect for quick meals and emergency scenarios. Here's what you need to know about how long canned...


Does Flour Go Bad? How to Know if Your Flour Is Expired

Wondering if that flour in your pantry is still good? Get the lowdown on whether flour expires before you make...


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How to Build a Hydroponic Garden in Just a Few Easy Steps

Hydroponic gardening is a great way to grow food—without soil—in smaller spaces. Here's what you need to know.


Here’s How Fast Butter Expires—and How to Know Your Butter Is Bad

Does butter expire? It certainly does, but how you store it has a lot to do with its shelf life.


You Should Only Order Large Fries at McDonald’s—Here’s Why

It's the best deal in the world of fast-food fries


What Is Sustainable Fish, and Why Is It Better for the Earth?

Choosing sustainable fish is better for the environment—and better for you. Here's why.


The Best Fast-Food Fries, Ranked

Ready to stop for a quick bite? This list will help you figure out exactly where to find the best...


27 Restaurants Open on Labor Day 2022

Don't stress over a mess during your long weekend—instead, order out from one of these restaurants open on Labor Day

What Is Organic Food, and Is It Better for the Earth?

There's a lot of confusion surrounding organic foods, from what the term means to labeling to purported benefits. Read on...


Can You Put Aluminum Foil in the Air Fryer?

Before you put aluminum foil in an air fryer, you’ll definitely want to read this.


The Best Traditional Restaurant in Every State

For food that reflects your state's culinary culture, look no further than its best traditional restaurant


The Best Sandwich in Every State

We teamed up with Taste of Home and our collective readers to find the 50 greatest ways to fill two...


Can You Put Parchment Paper in an Air Fryer?

An air fryer can expand your cooking possibilities for the better, especially if you know how to best use it.


Is Avocado a Fruit or a Vegetable?

They're versatile, healthy, and the tastiest part of any plant-based meal. But is avocado a fruit or a vegetable? We...