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Papaya as a Meat Tenderizer
Papaya is an excellent natural meat tenderizer. Use papaya (ripe or unripe) on tough cuts of red meat and the enzymes in the fruit will help break down the collagen, leaving you with a tender steak.
Spray the Flavor
Here's a simple tip to ensure even distribution of flavored liquids like coffee or liqueurs when making desserts like tiramisu or charlottes.
Pizza Herb and Lettuce Cutter
Your pizza cutter is more than a unitasker in the kitchen! Put it to good use to help chop fresh herbs — minus the bruising.
Easy Spice Storage to Save Space
Are you a lover of spice but low on storage space? Try this space-saving spice storage hack! You'll be amazed at how much extra room you'll have.
Build a Better Lasagna
Didn't think a classic lasagna could be improved upon? Here's a new way to assemble your lasagnas that help hold their shape better and give more structure to the pasta dish.
Company-Ready Freezer Muffins
Nothing is more welcoming to houseguests than having a batch of freshly baked muffins at the ready. Use this simple tip and you'll always be ready for company!
How to Soften Tortillas in Bulk
Tortillas are often fried or steamed one at a time in a skillet before filling and rolling. This can be time-consuming when you have a lot of tortillas to work with. Here's a simple tip to soften a lot of tortillas at once.
How to Revive Whole Black Peppercorns
Whole black peppercorns in bulk are an excellent value. But the problem is, they lose some of their spiciness after a few months. Here's how to revive your whole peppercorns.
How to Make Grease-Less Meatloaf
Meatloaf is notorious for being greasy when cooked in a loaf pan; it basically just sits in its own fat and cooks! Here's a simple trick to reduce the grease in your homemade meatloaf.
Why You Should Whisk Iced Tea
If you drink a lot of iced tea, this is a great tip to infuse more flavor — and make your tea infuse more quickly — all for that perfect cup of tea!
Pre-Made Muffin Mixes
No need to panic when unexpected guests call to stop by! This simple make-ahead muffin mix can save those moments — or lazy mornings when you can't be bothered to measure!
DIY Roasting Pan
No roaster? No problem! You can easily simulate the effects of a roaster with a common baking tool you likely already have in your kitchen.
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Béarnaise Sauce
Béarnaise [behr-NAYZ] is a derivative, or variation, of hollandaise. Prepare the sauce as directed in our How To Make Classic Hollandaise article, but follow this recipe for a delightfully buttery sauce enhanced with the light anise-like flavor of fresh tarragon. Use this béarnaise to top the Stuffed Filet Mignon Oscar…
Apple-Mustard Sauce
For a glazed corned beef, brush some of this Apple-Mustard Sauce over the Braised Corned Beef and broil until glazed, if desired.
Stir-Fried Leeks with Salt & Pepper Shrimp
Leeks aren’t usually the star of the show, they’re used to playing a supporting role. But when given the opportunity, they can shine.
Although they don’t look like onions, leeks are in the same family and share some of the same flavor characteristics — they’re just a bit more subtle and sweet. Unlike bulb-forming onions, leeks actually grow in layered stalks. The tops are much greener than the bottoms because they’re exposed to more sunlight. However, only the light portion is edible …
Beer & Brat Potato Salad
Potato salad is nearly synonymous with summer gatherings — what would a picnic or a barbecue be without it? This version takes a cue from the Midwest with beer, brats, and whole-grain mustard. Give it a try at your next cookout and be the hit of the party.
Watermelon Rind Pickles
Watermelon Rind Pickles are the classic way to prepare the squash-like rinds of watermelon. Simmer the rinds in salt water to tenderize, then pickle them in a sweet and tangy brine that’s enhanced with cinnamon, fresh ginger, and pickling spices. If you like bread-and-butter pickles, you'll love these!
Grilled Pepper Salad with black beans & avocado
The perfect Mexican-style side dish, this grilled pepper salad with black beans, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro pairs well with any smoky grilled main dish.
Breakfast Pizza with pico de gallo
To bake pizza in the oven, preheat oven to 450° and bake 12 minutes.
Tropical Fruit Salad
Most of the fruit can be cut ahead of time, but don’t slice the banana or combine fruit with the rum dressing until 5 minutes before serving.
Margherita Crostini with garlic vinaigrette
This side has all the great flavors of the favorite margherita pizza, but it’s easier to make.
Farro with dried apricots & feta
With bits of dried apricots, lemon zest, and feta, this hearty side feels light and refreshing.
Mojito Cocktail
Latin flavors are all the rage now, and here is one of the hottest drinks. It's a refreshing blend of rum, mint, sugar, and soda water — WOW!
Cheesy Grits Soufflé
The coarsely ground dried corn known as grits is a southern staple. Polenta or cornmeal may also be used in this recipe.