How to Make a Cake from Scratch That Looks Like It’s From a Bakery
Whether you need a birthday cake or an over-the-top holiday cake, follow these Test Kitchen tips for a cake that’s scrumptious (and picture-perfect) every time. ...
Cut Your Prep Time in Half With Our Tips for Make-Ahead Pie Crust
Sped up your favorite sweet and savory pie recipes with a classic pastry dough that can be stored in the fridge or freezer for quick use. ...
5 Sour Cream Substitutes for Baking or Cooking with the Same Tang
Wondering what's a good sour cream substitute for baking, cooking, or dips? Our Test Kitchen has the answers, including dairy-free options. ...
How to Test Any Kind of Cookie for Doneness
Master the difference between doughy and delightful with these tips on how to tell when any kind of cookie is done. ...
6 Tips for Making Woodfired Pizza at Home
Make lightly charred woodfired pizza at home, just like your favorite restaurant! Learn how to recreate a smoky pie at home using these tips and tricks. ...
How to Make Hard Candy in High Humidity (and Soft Candy, Too!)
Learn how the weather affects candy making and master these workaround methods of how to make hard candy in high humidity (and soft candy, too!). ...
How to Store Meringue and Cream Pies for Fluffy Results
It's important for bakers to know how to store meringue and cream pies to keep them fluffy, pretty, and tasting their best. Get our Test Kitchen tips. ...
How to Store Cookies So You Can Savor Them Longer (Yes, Please!)
Whether you’re baking for the holidays or savoring your last batch, follow our complete guide to storing cookies so they will always be ready to devour. ...
How to Store Peppers So They Stay Crisp and Wrinkle-Free
Learn how to store mild and hot peppers to keep their flavors fresh for as long as possible. ...
How to Cook Sweet Potatoes—6 Different Methods Including Baked, Fried, and More
Mash them, bake them, pressure-cook them, or turn them into fries—whatever your method, follow these steps to make perfect sweet potatoes every time. ...
What’s the Difference Between Muskmelon and Cantaloupe?
Wondering what is the difference between muskmelon and cantaloupe? All cantaloupes are muskmelons, but not all muskmelons are cantaloupes. Discover all of the melons that fall under the muskmelon umbrella. Then snag our best cantaloupe recipe and muskmelon recipe ideas to add to your meal plan. ...
The Best Vegan Egg Substitutes for Every Type of Recipe
Transform your favorite baked goods recipes into tasty meat- and dairy-free delights with these easy vegan egg substitutes. ...
How to Can Applesauce, Including Our Favorite Recipe
Don't let any apples go to waste this fall, use this applesauce recipe to can your apples to enjoy all year. It only takes 3-4 ingredients depending on if you want to add cinnamon flavor. Don't just sit there, get canning applesauce! ...
How to Freeze Pancakes for a Tasty Breakfast on Busy Mornings
Learn tips to make frozen pancakes and how to reheat pancakes from the freezer using three different methods. ...
Can You Eat Kiwi Skin?
Yes, and here’s why you should. We tapped Sarah Brekke, M.S., Better Homes & Gardens Test Kitchen culinary specialist, to tell us everything you need to know about eating kiwi skin. ...
What Yaupon Tea Is, Its Benefits, and How to Brew It
Yaupon tea has been around for centuries, though it's considered a weed in the South. Its energizing properties make it a cult favorite. ...
How to Freeze Soup in Bags or Containers for Make-Ahead Meals
Get tips on how to freeze soup in bags or containers to pull out on busy weeknights when there's no time to cook or on a chilly Sunday afternoon. ...
How to Make a Cake Roll in 5 Steps for an Impressive Dessert
Spiraled cake rolls look tricky, but they whip up in just a few steps. Follow our cake roll recipe to learn how to make this dessert. ...
How to Blanch Vegetables to Add to All Kinds of Recipes
Knowing how to blanch vegetables will help you keep them vibrant in color and the perfect texture for freezing and for all your favorite dishes. ...
Why Are English Cucumbers Wrapped in Plastic?
If you regularly purchase English cucumbers at the grocery store, you’ve likely noticed that, unlike those other varieties of cucumbers, they usually come wrapped in plastic. Ever wonder why? Here, we’re solving that mystery and breaking down everything else you need to know about English cucumbers. ...
