Featured Article: Seasoning Basics
Seasonings can be the most important part of a recipe. Herbs are the leaves of plants, while spices are the seeds, buds, fruits, flowers, bark, and roots of plants. Learn about herbs and spices. See more »
tips & advice library
Tips & Advice is a more general section dealing with things that our editors have gleaned from decades in the kitchen. Read this section and you won't make the mistakes we have already made.
- 1
- 2
Articles 1-20 of 40
5 Tips for Baking the Perfect Cookie
There are many ways your cookies can go wrong. From the cookies merging together on the sheet to the bottoms burning to an undesirable shade of black, the bottom line is baking isn't easy. But these tips may help!
See more »
Cooking Quiz
You may be a whiz in the kitchen, but just how well-versed are you when it comes to the art of cooking? Test your culinary prowess with this HowStuffWorks cooking quiz.
See more »
Top 10 Grilling Recipes
Chances are, you've got a grill in your backyard. But if you're tired of the same old burgers and ribs, try these 10 recipes HowStuffWorks has compiled. You won't be sorry and you won't go back to your boring burgers, either.
See more »
Baby Carrot Tips
Baby carrots hold up well in stir-fries, can be softened quickly for cakes and cookies, and give added crunch, color, and body to a wide variety of salads, soups, and stews.
See more »
Baking Flour Facts
The many different types of baking flour, such as cake flour, pastry flour, and others, can be confusing. Using the right type of flour can make all the difference in taste and texture. Find baking powder facts and information.
See more »
Baking Mix Tips
In today's fast-paced world, who has time to bake delicious brownies, biscuits, and other desserts from scratch? Luckily there are plenty of baking mixes available for making quick desserts that taste like you spent hours baking. Read more.
See more »
Brunch and Breakfast Tips
Breakfast and brunch are important meals, providing energy to get through the day. Learn how to host a brunch and make time for breakfast with the array of yummy breakfast and brunch foods available, even when you are on the go.
See more »
Budget Grocery Shopping Tips
Grocery shopping on a budget does not have to mean unhealthy, tasteless food, or not having enough to eat. While budgeting begins at the supermarket and continues at the table. Discover the maximum amount of food you can get for your money and establish proper food portions.
See more »
Citrus Tips
Citrus fruits like lemons and limes are great sources of important nutrients. Find tips and helpful ideas to incorporate citrus into your diet.
See more »
Cook Once Eat Twice: Using Leftovers
Tired of cooking every night? Learn how to use key ingredients prepared in extra quantities for use in a future meal so you only have to cook once.
See more »
Cooking
You don't have to be a gourmet to love cooking. We'll show you the best cooking methods to create feasts or simply feed yourself. Learn how to cook using our step-by-step instructions in this article.
See more »
Dessert Tips
Dessert is one of the sweetest pleasures in life. Learn about baked and frozen fruit treats, low-calorie delectibles and how to make your own ice cream. Find dessert tips and recipes at HowStuffWorks.
See more »
Different Types of Cheese
Different types of cheese are defined by their age and cheese-making processes. So what's the difference between fresh and ripened cheese?
See more »
Dinner Preparation Tips
These dinner preparation tips can help you get dinner on the table in no time. Learn about easy substitions, do-ahead tips and what you should buy at the market to make dinner preparation easier. Read more and get slow cooker recipe ideas.
See more »
Dinner Tips
Figuring out what to make each night for dinner -- and finding the time to make it -- can become a real chore. But it doesn't have to be. These easy tips and time-saving ideas can help you bring the fun back into a family meal. Get mealtime ideas and read information about healthy eating.
See more »
Easy Cooking Substitution Solutions
No need to panic when you find you're without an ingredient to complete a recipe. Try these emergency substitutions when you are in a pinch and view other cooking tips at HowStuffWorks.
See more »
Entertaining and Party Planning Tips
Entertaining and party planning can be stressful, but they don't have to be. Check out these tips, including kitchen appliance tips, food safety tips, and holiday cooking tips to ensure your next bash is stress-free.
See more »
Food Tips
Food tips range from helpful hints on making soup and breakfast to freezing food tips and how to downsize a recipe. Learn more time-saving food tips in this article.
See more »
Garnishing Tips
Looking for a way to add a garnish to your cooking? We have great tips and ideas to help you make the most of your garnish. See what you can do with radishes, tomatoes, mushrooms, strawberries and chocolate to liven up your dishes and dinner parties.
See more »
Grilling Tips
Grilling, once only a summer-time favorite, is now a year-round cooking option for more and more people. Want to take your grilling cuisine up a notch? Follow these simple grilling tips and wow your guests while pleasing your own pallet..
See more »- 1
- 2
Articles 1-20 of 40
videos: cooking tips & advice
Related Ad Categories
