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When Are You Actually Supposed to Salt Mushrooms?

Do you really need to wait until mushrooms are cooked to season them? We did a side-by-side comparison to find out.

5 Things to Buy on Sale This Weekend

Hot tip: Instant Pots are on sale.

Our 7 Favorite Ways to Cook Green Beans

With these methods for roasting, blanching, grilling, and more, you'll never have to eat bland, overcooked green beans again.

Do I Really Need to Truss My Turkey?

You do, but it's not complicated. We promise.

How to Bake Pumpkin Seeds and Win at Fall Snacking

You probably don't want to eat a Jack-O-Lantern. But the seeds are a whole other story.

How to Smoke a Turkey, Step-by-Step

Free up oven space this Thanksgiving by taking the bird outside.

Can You Freeze Cooked Salmon?

Or, rather, should you?

The Best 4th of July Sales to Shop Right Now

Discounted kitchen products, right this way.

How to Make a Classic Margarita

Step one: put down the bottle of store-bought sour mix.

The Best Way to Re-Crisp Chicken Skin

Make second-time-around chicken extra delicious with this easy trick.

How to Peel a Dozen Eggs in 2 Minutes or Less

All you need to do is swirl, tap, and peel.

The Magic Trick for Reviving a Day-Old Loaf of Bread

This easy tip for refreshing day-old bread will make a stale loaf taste freshly baked.

6 Ways to Use the Dull Side of Your Chef's Knife

The dull side of the knife is actually pretty interesting.

4 Surprising Ways to Cut Your Favorite Vegetables

Got butternut squash problems? Not anymore.

How to Cook Pork Chops the Right Way

Dry, grey, rubbery pork chops have no place in your kitchen.

How to Freeze Eggplant

When your eggplant is on the brink of going bad, it's time to act fast.

The Original Maraschino Cherry

You're gonna need a drink after reading this.

How to Make Birthday Cake and Celebrate Your Life Like A Boss

A birthday isn't a birthday without cake.