How to Cook

Whether you prefer to use the oven, smoker or dehydrator, we show you how to make beef jerky that's flavorful,...

Need to frost a cake? Discover five types of buttercream frosting to find the best fit for your cake.

This year, go ham for the holidays with the only recipe you'll ever need.

Learn what turducken is and how it came to be.

Need a tart, tasty cranberry sauce recipe for your Thanksgiving table? Look no further.

Potato salad not turning out like Mom's? Au gratin a mushy mess? You might be using the wrong spud....

Sugar, butter and flour are the ultimate cookie-baking staples. Find out how to turn them into three classic and distinctly...

Turns out, you're just a few tweaks away from creating the cookbook of your dreams.

Baking is a science! Too much or too little flour can totally alter a recipe. Our Test Kitchen shows you...

Great news! Did you know you can turn most dishes into slow cooker recipes? With these super simple tweaks,...

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...