How to Choose the Right Cooking Oil (or Butter)
Cooking without fat is doable, but not fun. Not only does fat equal flavor, it promotes browning, helps seasonings cling, and keeps food from sticking to the pan. There is…
Welcome to The Grown-up Kitchen
Hello, and welcome to The Grown-up Kitchen. While Allie and I usually focus on helping people cook better, smarter, and faster through tips, tricks, and (of course) hacks, we’re getting…
You Can Make Oatmeal in Your Rice Cooker
Oatmeal lovers, I have good news for you: If you got excited when overnight oats were added to your groat repertoire, you might not be able to contain yourself when…
How to Roast Frozen Broccoli Without It Getting Soggy
Frozen broccoli isn’t sexy or exciting, but it is convenient, nutritious, and cheap. But nutritious food is only beneficial if it is consumed, and it can be challenging to convince…
How to Air Fry Without Directions
Despite the remaining air fryer haters out there, this mini convection oven is here to stay. You can air fry steaks, and cheesecakes, but my favorite things to air fry…
Why You Should Salt Your Scrambled Eggs Before Cooking Them
Photo: Nata Bene (Shutterstock) There’s a lot of debate about when is the best time to add salt to your scrambled eggs. Some people salt them at the table. Some…
Fry Food Without Burning Your Beautiful Hands
Fried food is art, and fish houses, purveyors of fried chicken, and Southern gas stations have it making down to a science. But there is something deeply satisfying about transforming…
You Can Poach a Dozen Eggs at Once in a Muffin Tin
Photo: Joe Gough (Shutterstock) Whether you like to meal-prep your eggs, or you’re fixing up a girl dinner for a group of friends, poaching a lot of eggs at once…
The Best Prime Day Deals for Your Home Bar
Photo: Syda Productions (Shutterstock) Being able to enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine at home becomes more appealing as you age. You can control the music, don’t have to…
There’s a Better Way to Reheat Your Boiled Egg
Hard-boiled eggs are a perfect food. They’re great for bulk cooking and meal prepping. They keep for days in the fridge, they’re satisfying, hand-held, filling, and you can adjust the…