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From the press
Simply Recipes ·

I Asked 4 Chefs To Name the Best Mayo—They All Said the Same Brand

As a Southerner, the answer didn’t surprise me.
Bon Appetit ·

Can You Make Stuffing Ahead of Time? Yes—Here’s How

Free up oven space and thank yourself later.
The Kitchn ·

Plumbers Agree: This Is the Absolute Best Dishwasher Detergent You Can Buy

Unsurprisingly, they had a lot to say on the subject. READ MORE...
Epicurious ·

Butternut Pasta With Sausage and Dates

Yes, you can use the pre-cut squash.
Serious Eats ·

10 Indian Recipes That Taste Like They Simmered All Day—but Take Less Than an Hour

Smart techniques and pantry shortcuts make bold Indian flavors possible on busy weeknights.
Chowhound ·

19 Trader Joe's 2026 Savory Fall Finds

Trader Joe's is packed with fall favorites for 2026, and they're not all sweet. These savory seasonal finds deserve a spot in your cart before they're gone.
Simply Recipes ·

5 Grandma-Style Pot Roast Recipes That Turn Out Fall-Apart Tender Every Time

Our readers love the recipes, and it’s easy to see why.
Bon Appetit ·

Caroline Chambers on Why Cooking Can Feel Like ‘An Absolute Hellscape’

We talked to the author about her new book, making dinner for four kids, and her favorite thing to do with a rotisserie chicken.
The Kitchn ·

Store Bananas Like This So They Stay Fresh and Yellow for Way Longer

So simple! READ MORE...
Epicurious ·

Steak Bites With Spinach Couscous

Cut steak into cubes and suddenly it transforms into a quick-cooking protein.
Serious Eats ·

I Tested 5 Ways to Thaw Ground Beef. This 30-Minute Method Is a Weeknight Lifesaver

We tested five methods for defrosting ground beef to find the best way to do it quickly and safely.
Chowhound ·

The Customer Behavior Pro Bartenders Are Sick Of Seeing In 2026

Between making drinks and dealing with customers, being a bartender isn't an easy job. Customers who do this one annoying habit make it even harder.
Simply Recipes ·

This 5-Ingredient British Potato Pie Is Pure Comfort Food

It’s hearty, buttery, and ultra-flaky, thanks to a clever shortcut.
Bon Appetit ·

The Best Aprons for Home Cooks, Vetted by BA Editors

Whether you prefer flowy linen or indestructible canvas, these picks have you literally covered.
The Kitchn ·

Bye-Bye, Peanut Butter: This Delicious Spread Is So Good, I’m Already Ordering Another Jar

Pistachio has absolutely skyrocketed in popularity over the past few years, thanks in part to the viral Dubai Chocolate Bar that took the world by storm. Even prior to this trend I was a big fan of…
Epicurious ·

Maple Bourbon Chicken With Brussels Sprouts

Sticky-sweet mall-style bourbon chicken gets a fall makeover.
Serious Eats ·

The Lentils You Buy Matter More Than You Think—Here’s How to Choose the Right Ones

Lentils are tiny, mighty, and endlessly versatile. Here’s how to make the most of them in every dish.
Chowhound ·

20 2026 Aldi Fall Foods That Aren't Pumpkin Spice Flavored

Pumpkin is normally the name of the game in the fall, but Aldi has you covered if you need a flavor break. Check out these 20 delicious fall foods.
Simply Recipes ·

The 3-Can Chili I Make When I Have No Time To Cook

Green enchilada sauce adds tons of flavor.
Bon Appetit ·

How a Drinks Influencer Balances Diabetes With Dining in 35 Cities a Year

Between Champagne tastings and restaurant-hopping, eating healthy without breaking the bank proves a major challenge.
The Kitchn ·

The Next Time You Have Brownie Mix, Make This Midwestern Treat

One of the perks of working in The Kitchn’s office is that everyone gets to taste the recipes our studio team makes and shoots for our website (and now magazine!). I still remember my excitement upon…
Epicurious ·

Mussels With Garlicky Miso Broth

A fancy-feeling dish that comes together in 20 minutes.
Serious Eats ·

We Tested Dozens of Ways to Store Apples. This Simple Method Kept Them Crispest.

We put apples through dozens of storage tests—washed, unwashed, bagged, unbagged, and chilled—to find the most effective way to keep them crisp and juicy.
Chowhound ·

What's New At Trader Joe's In October 2026? Here's What To Buy

The shelves at Trader Joe's are full of new treats, side dishes, snacks, and more in October 2026. Here are some hot products to look out for.
Simply Recipes ·

This Major Rule About Washing Mushrooms Turns Out To Be Wrong

You won’t make your ‘shrooms soggy or rubbery.
Bon Appetit ·

3 Excellent Hot Chocolate Mixes, According to Our Taste Test

From nostalgic hot cocoa to a seriously chocolatey splurge.
The Kitchn ·

58 Delicious Thanksgiving Mains That Aren’t Turkey

It’s often assumed that roast turkey will be sitting front and center as the main course on Thanksgiving. Sure, it’s traditional, and the homemade turkey stock that follows cannot be beat, but it’s…
Epicurious ·

Schmaltzy Chicken and Stuffing Skillet

The Thanksgiving staple makes for a stellar weeknight dinner.
Serious Eats ·

I Love Brown Butter, but This Nutty, Golden Version Is Even More Versatile and Delicious

An ode to the near-magical transformation of butter into ghee.
Chowhound ·

9 Items Trader Joe's Discontinued In 2026 (So Far)

To make room for new products, Trader Joe's has discontinued quite a few items this year. Here are the items you should grab before they're completely gone.
Bon Appetit ·

The DIY Descaling Solution I Use All Over My Kitchen

It’s cheap, easy, and super-safe to make at home.
The Kitchn ·

The 174-Year-Old Chocolate Brand Coming to the Cookie Aisle for the First Time

Ghirardelli is famous for its chocolate. I, for one, have a strong preference for its milk chocolate bars filled with caramel and its peppermint bark. But there is passionate debate over whether they…
Epicurious ·

Frico'ed Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts are better with a crunchy Parmesan skirt.
Serious Eats ·

12 Make-Ahead Halloween Apps and Snacks That Take the Stress Out of Party Prep

These wickedly indulgent dips and mouthwatering bites will garner plenty of oohs and aahs—without the elaborate decor and food coloring.
Bon Appetit ·

BA’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Crisp, rippled edges, chewy centers, and puddles of melted chocolate.
The Kitchn ·

Our 19 Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Recipes of All Time

There are two kinds of people in this world on Thanksgiving: those who come for the roast turkey, and those who only care about the side dishes. I’m definitely in the latter group; I would be totally…
Epicurious ·

Toasted Meringue Hazelnut Blondies

This isn’t competing with a brownie. It’s in a class of its own.
Serious Eats ·

8 Cozy Casseroles to Make on Sunday and Eat All Week Long

Make them ahead, reheat all week, thank yourself later.
Bon Appetit ·

Awkwafina Had Zero Culinary Skills, But Her New Show Changed That

How a comedian with no culinary skills—and a legendary restaurant lineage—learned to hold her own in the kitchen
The Kitchn ·

This Candy Bar Is So Good, I Buy 3 Bags at a Time (and It's on Major Sale!)

“They’re unreal" (and I've never seen them priced this low). READ MORE...
On the forums
When marinating meat and a recipe says to "cover and rest in the refrigerator for 10 minutes," we all just yeet the uncovered bowl into a corner of the counter, right? Is there any actual benefit to covering the bowl and putting it in the fridge?
r/Cooking · 60 · 66
Classic egg flip, no butter
r/castiron · 237 · 85
Made my own duck sauce!
r/cookingforbeginners · 12 · 5 Recipe
Trying to make a pineapple gel, Pastry Chefs pls help
r/AskCulinary · 21 · 16
Kept it simple and cheap this week: broccoli cheddar rice w brussels and chicken
r/MealPrepSunday · 123 · 7 Low Calorie
What cooking tip did you learn embarrassingly late?
r/Cooking · 107 · 140
Mac and cheese in 10” Lodge skillet - and a confession
r/castiron · 278 · 31 Food
why are all my sauces thin?
r/cookingforbeginners · 27 · 51 Question
ways to keep chopped peppers from going bad too quickly?
r/AskCulinary · 8 · 20
Weekly ingredient + meal prep and the meals I made from it
r/MealPrepSunday · 1215 · 97
What is your twist on a dish that makes it your “specialty”?
r/Cooking · 91 · 177
Good Morning slides campfire eggs
r/castiron · 79 · 14
I decided to finish everything in my pantry cabinets. I have close to 20 packages of pasta. Do you have any interesting recipes?
r/cookingforbeginners · 29 · 32 Request
If I am halving the amount of meat in a roast should I halve the entire recipe?
r/AskCulinary · 15 · 10 Recipe Troubleshooting
College student’s meal for the week
r/MealPrepSunday · 188 · 10 Frugal
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat completely changed how I cook.
r/Cooking · 7421 · 855
Nice to see lodge stand behind their products
r/castiron · 388 · 47
How can I make a healthy ramen that tastes the same as chicken top ramen?
r/cookingforbeginners · 48 · 31 Question
How do you balance fish sauce in a dressing without it tasting too fishy?
r/AskCulinary · 22 · 50
Lunch and breakfast this week used a whole tub of cottage cheese; Cottage cheese lasagna and savory breakfast muffins
r/MealPrepSunday · 879 · 84 High Protein
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