How to Cook

Looking for a sweet treat that's a bit better for you? Our Test Kitchen shows you how to make frozen...

Contributor Rosie Mayes shares her secrets to making extra creamy soup—no cream included!

Making a key lime pie? A mousse? Angel food cake? You'll need to learn how to separate egg whites from...

Our herb gardens are overflowing. Now it's time to learn how to cut basil, cilantro, parsley and more so you...

Bread beginner? We'll help you conquer the first step of basic breads and rolls and show you how to proof...

Wondering how to make your parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme stay fresh longer? Follow these easy tricks.

Just a spoonful of minced garlic adds lots of savory flavor to recipes. Learn how to mince garlic with a...

So long, sogginess! Learn how to keep lettuce fresh with these tips and tricks. They'll leave you with crisp, crunchy...

Nothing beats a sizzling platter of ultra juicy, tender beef fajitas. Learn how to perfect your fajita game at home.

We're all partial to the chips and salsa at our favorite Mexican joint. Learn how to make salsa at home...

Our tips on what to look for when choosing the perfect butternut squash for your fall cooking.

Whether you're in a rush or feeling fancy, chicken always saves the day. These 10 ways to cook chicken will...

It's easier than you think. Learn how to carve a chicken like a pro using these easy step-by-step instructions. Carving...

Which type of lettuce should you use when? Follow this handy guide to pick the best way to go green.

This jammy, crumbly summer dessert couldn't be easier to make. Here's how to whip one together with any fruit you...

Making vegetable broth is as easy as cook, strain and serve! Follow along with our step-by-step guide below.

Our Test Kitchen shares expert tips for how to grill pork chops. You'll have juicy, flavor-packed chops in no time!

It's the base of your soup, heart of your gravy and secret to your sauce. What are we making? Homemade...

Whether you want a custom flavor (rum vanilla, anyone?) or want to avoid the additives in store-bought extract, we've got...

Peas aren't just for TV dinners anymore. Learn how to cook (and dress up) spring's simplest side.

Don't let St. Patrick's Day go by without learning how to make soda bread! This simple Irish loaf is the...

De-fuzz a kiwi quickly, without losing any of the fruit. We've got two fail-free methods for peeling kiwi.

Homemade versions of these kitchen staples are cheaper and healthier than their store-bought counterparts-and they taste much better, too.

It only takes a few simple ingredients to make homemade granola bars. Learn how to make this grab-and-go snack that's...

Preserve the perfection of your cake's design. Our Test Kitchen teaches you how to grease a Bundt pan.

Our Test Kitchen will show you how to make biscuits the old-fashioned way. Trust us—these are way better than anything...

Want to learn how to make cheesecake? Our Test Kitchen has all the tips on how to make a great...

Nothing is more heartbreaking than reaching for a rock-hard avocado. In a pinch, here's how to ripen avocados in a...

Dried beans are a pantry staple you should definitely stock up on. Learn how to cook dried beans, plus two soaking...