Tips and Answers

How to Easily Pit Olives

No olive pitter necessary! You can use a paper towel and your hands to easily pit olives, without the mess. Here's how to do it.

An Easy Way to Tell if Casseroles are Heated Through

It can be hard to tell if your casseroles are heated through to the center without taking a bite! Here’s an easy way to tell if the casserole you’re heating is hot throughout.

How to Evenly Cook Asparagus

Overcooked asparagus is a sad, mushy occasion! Here's a simple trick to ensure your steamed asparagus turns out perfectly every time.

How to Store Ice Cream to Prevent Ice Crystals

After you've opened a carton of ice cream, ice crystals quickly form on top which can ruin the texture of frozen dessert. Here's a simple way to prevent those pesky crystals from appearing!

Use a Cooling Rack for Bulk Dicing

Dicing and chopping eggs for salads like macaroni, potato, or egg can be time-intensive. Use a common kitchen item to help speed up the process!

Splatter-Free Bacon

Everyone loves bacon, but not the grease splatters that go with cooking in a skillet! Here's a simple way to cut down on splatters and keep your stovetop clean.

How to Achieve Salad Perfection

Salad greens sometimes reject the dressing, causing it to pool in the bottom of your bowl and ruin your salad. Here's a simple tip to help the dressing cling to your greens — and add more flavor!

A Mess-Free, Waste-Free Way to Measure Dry Ingredients

Measuring dry ingredients (that come in small containers) like cocoa powder can be a hassle — and messy! Here are a few ways you can measure these ingredients out without wasting a thing.

Berry Barrier for Pie Baking

Fresh berries in pies can make the bottom crust soggy. Here's a simple trick to keep the crust crisp and sliceable for your fruit pies.

Juice Your Citrus in Reverse

Keep those pips out of your mixing bowls when juicing citrus with this simple tip!

An Easy Way to Emulsify Dressings

A broken salad dressing equals a broken heart, in our opinion. Here's an easy, no-stress way to emulsify your dressings.

How to Roast Cherry Tomatoes

Grape tomatoes are expensive, so if they’re a little past their prime (a bit wrinkled), don’t throw them away — roast them. Here's an easy way to do it.