How to Cook

Learn how to store mild and hot peppers to keep their flavors fresh for as long as possible. ...

How long does cut watermelon last? The quality begins to diminish day after day, so the sooner you can savor it, the better. Still, you should have 3 to 5 days to enjoy your fresh watermelon after slicing and dicing the fruit. Find out more about how long cut watermelon lasts in this guide. ...

My family has farmed for nearly a century, and my mother-in-law has perfected her method for cooking corn. Here's her secret to perfectly cooked corn on the cob. ...

A growing number of readers have been asking, “should I wash my berries in vinegar?” We did a deep-dive into USDA food storage tips and asked our Test Kitchen to provide your final answer. So should you wash berries in vinegar? You certainly can, but you definitely don’t have to. ...

Learn tips to make frozen pancakes and how to reheat pancakes from the freezer using three different methods. ...

What is butterscotch, exactly? We asked food experts to explain what is butterscotch, how butterscotch got its name, and what makes butterscotch different from its cousins, caramel, toffee, and dulce de leche. Then once you’re well-versed in the variances, we’re dishing up our best butterscotch recipes to try at home. ...

Transform your favorite baked goods recipes into tasty meat- and dairy-free delights with these easy vegan egg substitutes. ...

Does honey expire? When stored properly, it shouldn’t ever spoil. Still honey will naturally start to dim in flavor and aroma between 1 and 5 years after harvest. Learn more about the lifespan of honey, how to store honey, and how to use honey so you can polish off your stock well in advance of that 5-year timeline. ...

Mash them, bake them, pressure-cook them, or turn them into fries—whatever your method, follow these steps to make perfect sweet potatoes every time. ...

Knowing how to cook green beans will boost the nutrition of any meal. Try these methods for cooking green bean casseroles, skillet dishes, and more. ...

Get tips on how to freeze soup in bags or containers to pull out on busy weeknights when there's no time to cook or on a chilly Sunday afternoon. ...

We’re comparing 6 potential sandwich spreads. Find out which schmear reigns supreme. 🍞🧀 ...

Spiraled cake rolls look tricky, but they whip up in just a few steps. Follow our cake roll recipe to learn how to make this dessert. ...

Add ham to a classic cheesy hash brown casserole, and you have a family-friendly main dish that comes together in 20 minutes. ...

Discover how to store lettuce to maximize its fresh, crisp lifespan. We’ll explain when to wash, as well as where and how to store lettuce so you can keep your iceberg, romaine, butterhead, little gem, and other leafy vegetables sandwich- and salad-ready for up to 10 days (or more). ...

Wondering how to ripen a pineapple? The answer is to allow it to continue growing on the plant. Pineapples don’t really ripen after they’re picked. Find out why, learn how to choose a good pineapple, and what to do if you happen to select an underripe fruit. ...

Preserve summer tomatoes with our guide to canning homemade salsa using your favorite recipe. ...

Whether you need a birthday cake or an over-the-top holiday cake, follow these Test Kitchen tips for a cake that’s scrumptious (and picture-perfect) every time. ...

See how to store tomatoes so they stay juicy and flavorful for a week or more. These Test Kitchen tricks for how to store tomatoes (hint: keep them out of the fridge until they’re ripe!) will help make your fresh tomatoes taste their best in salads, sandwiches, sauces, or any tomato recipe you feel inspired to whip up. ...

Learn the best ways to make corn on the cob to keep your seasonal menu fresh and exciting. ...