How to Cook

In the oven, microwave. deep-fryer or on the stovetop, we're here to prove this vegetable is tasty and versatile. Learn how to cook okra, four ways. ...

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. ...

Cranberry-Orange Tea Ring ...

If you have a warehouse store-sized bottle, you might be wondering, “does olive oil go bad?” It sure does, and we’ll tell you how long you have to use it. Plus, we asked experts to share olive oil storage tips to keep your fat as fresh as possible during its lifespan. ...

Wow guests at your next brunch by presenting a pan of Better Homes & Garden cinnamon rolls topped with creamy icing—they'll be even more in awe when you reveal that they're completely homemade. ...

Whether you’re baking for the holidays or savoring your last batch, follow our complete guide to storing cookies so they will always be ready to devour. ...

Master the difference between doughy and delightful with these tips on how to tell when any kind of cookie is done. ...

Fresh out of bread crumbs? If you need a bread crumb substitute, here are five ideas for what you can use instead, including one that's gluten-free. ...

Can you eat strawberry leaves? Absolutely, and by doing so, you’ll generate less food waste and score some nutrition benefits. Learn why you should eat strawberry leaves, how to clean them, and snag the best strawberry leaf recipes whether you want to sneak them in or let them shine. ...

Combine a tender pastry with a scrumptious filling to make the best single-crust pie ever. We'll show you how to do it, from mixing up your own homemade pie dough to pulling the pie out of the oven (and checking that it's completely done). ...

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

We're sharing exactly how to make a moist cake, plus our Test Kitchen tips on how to make box cake moist if you don't have time to bake from scratch. ...

Also known as yuca, the starchy tropical tuber that's dried and ground into flour is also Paleo-friendly. ...

Curious about how to store corn on the cob? For the best flavor and juiciest kernels, you’ll consume it within 24 hours of being picked. But if you'd like to learn how to store corn longer, we’ll explain how to do so in the fridge for 1 week. We’re also revealing two options for how to store corn for up to a year. ...

Learn how to wash potatoes, when to wash potatoes, and score a solution for how to wash potatoes that are small without spending an incredible amount of time scrubbing. Our Test Kitchen will walk you through how to wash potatoes and are also sharing one tool that’s a “must-have” for cleaning potatoes. ...

Cooked tomatoes are easy to prepare. Whether you're looking to learn how to make grilled tomatoes, fried tomatoes, sautéed tomatoes, or roasted tomatoes, we'll show you how to make cooked tomatoes at home and explore new ways to savor them. ...

Can you freeze pie? Yes, but it has to be the right kind of pie. We'll show you how to do it so you can fruit pie long after the season has passed. ...

Discover the best substitutes for semisweet, baking, and unsweetened chocolate in your favorite recipes with our Test Kitchen-approved alternatives. ...

Homemade Strawberry Jam ...

What is a tri-tip roast? It's a tender and juicy (yet lean) cut of beef—if you prep it right. Learn how to cook tri-tip in ovens, on grills, and in smokers. ...