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The Best Methods and How Long to Marinate Chicken for Tasty Meals

Learn the best ways and how long to marinate chicken using our two easy methods for the tastiest meals you'll make again and again.

9 Meat Alternatives to Add Protein to a Plant-Based Diet

Whether you’re cutting back on meat or looking for ways to include more veggies in your meals, these delicious meat alternatives offer plenty of protein.

How to Cook Bell Peppers 7 Ways to Delicious Perfection

Learn how to cook bell peppers seven different ways—using your stove top, oven, grill, air-fryer, and more.

What Not to Cook in Cast Iron, A Top Chef Winner Weighs In

Avoid these foods to keep your cast-iron skillet in great shape.

Is Pizza Oil the Secret to Better Pizzas at Home?

Pizza oil is an emerging secret ingredient to make your homemade pie even more delectable. But what is it, where can you get it, and is it worth it? Let’s find out.

How to Store Coffee—Find Out Once and For All If Freezer or Pantry Is Best

Learn how to store coffee grounds vs. beans to keep them fresh for as long as possible. The best way to store coffee is similar for beans and grounds, however, one type of coffee tends to last longer than the other. Experts explain how to store coffee grounds vs. beans and share the one place to never store coffee.

Banana Blossoms: A Plant-Based Seafood Substitute

Your mind is about to be blown by the next big plant-based meat alternative for fish: banana blossoms.

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 Cherries So They Stay Fresh as Long as Possible

Plump, juicy cherries are superstars of summer fruit. Here are our Test Kitchen's best tips for storing cherries so they last.

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How to Cook Asparagus 8 Ways: Our Test Kitchen's Easy Methods

Learn how to season asparagus and prepare and cook it, so it's tender but not soggy—like at your favorite restaurant. And you can even microwave it!

8 Egg Substitutes Our Test Kitchen Swears By

Try these common pantry staples when you need an egg replacement for baking or to make an egg-free version of your favorite non-vegan recipes.

Our Best Tips and Tricks for How to Decorate a Cake

Learn how to decorate a cake and other confections with these ideas, tips, tools, and tricks for using frosting, candies, and other creative toppers.

The Best Way to Choose a Ripe Avocado, According to Our Food Editors

Avocados are endlessly adaptable. But before you can put them to work in recipes, learn how to pick a ripe avocado. We put several methods for choosing a ripe avocado to the test, and this is the best one.

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.

What Makes Deli Meat "Deli," Exactly? Dietitians Dish

Get an official deli meat definition, then learn about the benefits of deli meat as well as the drawbacks of including the processed meat in your diet. Dietitians share their favorite deli meat recipes (and how often they serve them to their families), then reveal other healthy protein sources they rely on more.

How to Eat Kumquats (Including the Sweetest Part of the Fruit)

Learn how to eat kumquats for a very refreshing fruit snack. Wondering what are kumquats, exactly? They’re a type of citrus fruit that work well in fruit salads, drink recipes, fruit preserves, cakes, pies, and more. We’ll talk you through how to eat kumquats, when to wash them, and what parts of the fruit you can eat.

What Is Pavlova, and How Do You Make It?

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