I Drank Ketchup Packets on My Run, for Science
Even before I sucked down my first ketchup packet of the workout, I knew I had fallen for a dumb publicity stunt by Heinz. But as a Pittsburgher, I am…
Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, November 8
There were enough possibilities on this board to make me FLIP-FLOP several times, but I got the answers eventually. If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Wednesday, November 8,…
Make and Freeze Mash Potatoes Now for an Easier Thanksgiving
I know I think about Thanksgiving more than the average person, but it’s never too early to start planning the big meal. If you’re a true over-achiever, that can mean…
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…
My Favorite Ways to Fry a Perfect Egg
Fried eggs are straightforward eggs. A little fat, a hot pan, an egg—that’s all you really need to make one. But they’re also more riffable than a lot of people…
Make Super Savory Carrot Fries in Your Air Fryer
I have a bad habit of taking carrots for granted. They’re everywhere—in lunch boxes with hummus, alongside potatoes and pearl onions under pot roast, chopped or shredded in garden side…
If You Haven’t Had a Cheese Fries Omelette, Have You Even Lived?
While I cook up “whole” foods and balanced meals even, nothing can keep me from participating in snack culture–including, but not limited to, fast food, salted gummy candy, and the…
These Salt-Crusted Potatoes Are a Salt Fiend’s Dream
Photo: Claire Lower Much like myself, potatoes are capable of taking on a lot of salt. The sharp salinity is quickly tempered by the creamy, slightly bitter potato flesh for…
Bless Your Potatoes With Bacon Dip
Photo: Allie Chanthorn Reinmann French fries, tater tots, and even the humble baked potato all like to get dressed up with a special dip to match the occasion. Ketchup, mayo,…
How to Get Free Wendy’s French Fries All Week
Photo: Deutschlandreform (Shutterstock) Starting today, Wendy’s is offering you free fries until Sunday, Feb. 19 at an undisclosed time (probably midnight) if you make a purchase via their app. Here…