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      Cooking Tips

      Oven Space Tight This Thanksgiving? Consider Your Grill.

      Alleviate stress and free up space by using your grill as a second oven this holiday season

      Hannah Selinger

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      5 Tips for Low-Sugar Baking and Cooking Throughout the Holidays

      Here’s how to keep the sweetness in your favorite treats, without consuming a whole lot of sugar.

      Heather Adams
      Published Nov 14, 2022
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      How to Make Your Thanksgiving Menu Gut-Friendly

      Dig into these tips – and tasty recipes – to create a holiday spread that’s easy on even the pickiest of guts

      Heather Adams
      Published Nov 7, 2022
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      Why We’re Throwing Fruit on the Grill This Summer

      Food writer and editor Helen Graves shares some tips for achieving perfectly charred fruit on the grill, plus a recipe from her new cookbook, ‘Live Fire’

      Kelsey Lindsey
      Published Aug 26, 2022
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      How to Build a Cooking Fire

      Here's how to get your campfire's flames fine-tuned for outdoor cooking.

      Amanda M Faison
      Published Jun 30, 2022
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      Is It Safe to Cook With Aluminum Foil?

      Before you turn your back on the convenience of foil, you're going to want to read this.

      Heather Adams
      Published Jun 16, 2022
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      Ali Slagle’s Quick and Easy Cooking Tips Will Help You Get Dinner Done in Under an Hour

      When you’re short on time and inspiration, here’s how to make a meal that satisfies and impresses.

      Heather Adams
      Published Jun 3, 2022
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      The Best Way to Keep Olive Oil Fresh, According to an Expert

      Are you storing your EVOO in the right way? Here’s what Vincent Ricchiuti, founder of Enzo Olive Oil, wants you to know.

      Heather Adams
      Published Apr 29, 2022
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      Stop Making These 5 Rookie Mistakes When You’re Baking Cakes

      You might not be a professional baker, but there’s no reason to live with sunken, cracked or just plain messy cakes. Hone your baking skills so you can avoid these all-too-common mistakes.

      Chelsea Dolan
      Published Mar 16, 2022
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      How to Make the Perfect Corned Beef This St. Patty’s Day

      Don’t destroy your roast! Take the advice from nationally known culinary experts to ensure your corned beef tastes (and smells) just like a restaurant-quality version.

      Elizabeth Shaw MS RDN CPT
      Published Mar 15, 2022
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      Are You Making These Super Common Baking Blunders? Here’s How to Fix Them

      It’s time to stop ruining your chocolate chip cookies and start perfecting them.

      Lisa Turner
      Published Feb 18, 2022
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      8 Genius Hacks That’ll Make You a Gluten-Free Baking Pro

      Falling apart muffins, over-browned cookies, rock-hard crusts, scones as sandy and dry as the Sahara? We've got tips and tricks that’ll fix your biggest baking woes.

      Lisa Turner
      Published Jan 14, 2022
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      Upgrade Your Oats: 5 Ways to Make the Best Breakfast Even Healthier and More Delicious

      Cozy up to a better breakfast this winter and enjoy your classic oats in entirely new ways.

      Elizabeth Shaw MS RDN CPT
      Published Dec 22, 2021
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      Are You Totally Screwing Up Your Pasta? Find Out If You’re Making These Common Mistakes

      Step away from the room-temp sauce and leave your pasta water in the pot – it’s time to correct your awful pasta mistakes and start improving your bad habits.

      Heather Adams
      Published Dec 15, 2021
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      We Just Learned This Crazy Meat Cooking Tip, and It’s Going to Blow Your Mind

      Forget everything you know about thawing frozen food, because this is going to change your whole kitchen game.

      Heather Adams
      Published Dec 5, 2021
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      It’s Almost Time to Thaw Your Turkey – Here’s How to Do It Safely

      Wondering how you can take an entire frozen turkey from rock hard to ready for the oven? This surefire thawing method is as simple as it is safe.

      Heather Adams
      Published Nov 18, 2021
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      How Bad Is It (Really) to Defrost Your Meat on the Counter?

      Think there’s nothing wrong with leaving frozen meat out at room temperature to defrost? You might want to change your ways once you find what happens as meat warms up outside of your fridge.

      Heather Adams
      Published Nov 6, 2021
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      Be a Better Cook and Master Your Knife Skills

      Before you get to work with your chef's knife, find out how to maintain and use it like a pro.

      Published Nov 3, 2021
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      Stop Ruining Your Baked Goods By Using the Wrong Pans

      Tired of burning cookies and wondering why your cakes and loaves never turn out quite right? You’re probably using the wrong kind of baking pan. Find out when you should be using metal versus glass pans – and why it matters.

      Heather Adams
      Published Nov 1, 2021
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      Should You Refrigerate Your Eggs?

      Eggs belong in the fridge – or do they? Find out whether or not you’ve been storing your eggs correctly or if you’ve been putting your health at risk.

      Heather Adams
      Published Oct 19, 2021
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      How Seriously Should You Take Expiry Dates on Spices?

      And other little-known but good-to-know facts from a spice master food scientist.

      Alicia Tyler
      Published Sep 27, 2021
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      How to Soften Rock-Hard Avocados in 1 Day (And Avoid Totally Ruining Them)

      Need to take your avocados from rock hard to perfectly ripened and ready for use? Here’s how you can achieve the right balance of texture and ripeness – and how to avoid effing it up.

      Heather Adams
      Published Sep 18, 2021
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      Need Softened Butter ASAP? Here’s How to Do It in Seconds

      Don’t put that stick of butter in the microwave! If you forgot to take your butter out of the fridge before starting a recipe, we’ve got a few quick tricks that’ll get it soft in no time.

      Heather Adams
      Published Sep 8, 2021
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      Should You Refrigerate Your Cooking Oils?

      To refrigerate or not to refrigerate? Find out how to maximize the health benefits and shelf life of your cooking oils.

      Cat Perry
      Published Aug 13, 2021
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      We Were Today Years Old When We Learned We’ve Been Using Our Oven Racks Wrong

      Here’s a little-known kitchen tip: Where you put your food inside your oven affects how it cooks (and tastes). Find out if you’re placing casseroles, cookies and pizzas on the right rack or if you need to revamp your oven interior.

      Heather Adams
      Published Aug 10, 2021
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      Your Guide to Ingredient Substitutes

      Published Jul 28, 2021
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      Stop Effing Up Your Fish

      “Eat more fish”, they say, “It’s one of the healthiest foods on earth,” they say. You know it, but when you make fish, it’s either overcooked, rubbery or half gets stuck in the pan. Here are 5 fish fixes that will make a fish lover out of you yet.

      Ivy Manning
      Published Jul 24, 2021
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      5 Terrible Food Hacks You Shouldn’t Try

      The internet is home to ingenious food hacks, and though they might sound awesome, they can be full of more risks than perks. Save yourself time, effort and potential danger and don’t try the following food hacks.

      Heather Adams
      Published Jul 14, 2021
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      Confused About When to Use Fresh Herbs Versus Dried?

      You're not alone. We're demystifying when to use which or how to best swap between fresh and dried in a pinch.

      Beth Lipton
      Published Jul 7, 2021
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      7 Common Grilling Mistakes That Could Be Ruining Your Food

      Are you indulging in some bad grilling habits? Correct these common mistakes, and you’ll master good grilling practices.

      Heather Adams
      Published Jun 23, 2021
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      6 Healthier Grilling Tips

      Healthy grilling isn’t just about cooking good-for-you foods. Keep these tips in mind to reduce your risk for grilling dangers like carcinogens and bacteria.

      Heather Adams
      Published Jun 22, 2021
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      Jarcuterie: The Newest Trend in Summer Snacking

      These single-serve appetizer jars are a game changer. We’re showing you how to make your own jarcuterie along with two unique recipes to try.

      Andrea Gourgy
      Published May 19, 2021
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      5 Ways to “Chef-ify” Your Packaged Foods

      Think like a chef and learn to transform everyday packaged foods into gourmet meals with these easy tips and tricks.

      Beth Lipton
      Published May 19, 2021
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      5 Ways to Make Store-Bought Foods Healthier

      There’s no shame in taking shortcuts and using convenience foods to get you through a busy week. Here are ways to make store-bought foods healthier with a few easy swaps and additions.

      Beth Lipton
      Published May 19, 2021
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      6 Chef’s Secrets to Making The Perfect Salad Dressing

      Learn to balance acidic, sweet, salty and umami flavors to make the perfect salad dressing from scratch.

      Beth Lipton
      Published Apr 28, 2021
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      8 Must-Have Ingredients for Mediterranean Cooking

      You don’t need a lot of ingredients to cook Mediterranean – but you do need to stock your pantry right. Chef and television host Christopher Kimball reveals his must-have ingredients.

      Andrea Gourgy
      Published Apr 28, 2021
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      7 Instant Pot Tips the Manual Doesn’t Tell You

      There’s more you probably don’t know about your Instant Pot. Here are 7 hot tips for the hidden features of your favorite kitchen workhorse.

      Ivy Manning
      Published Apr 11, 2021
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      Kitchen Rhythms

      Keep your cooking fun! Whatever your mood or meal, we have 15 curated Spotify playlists that take you from prep work to clean up.

      Anika A. Syeda
      Published Feb 8, 2021
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      Meal Prep Made Easy with Pamela Salzman

      Check out The Clean Eating Team's author page.

      The Clean Eating Team
      Published Feb 21, 2020
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      Three Easy Ways to Add Protein to Any Dessert

      You can lose weight and still enjoy dessert. Get started with these three easy ways to increase the protein in some of your favorite baked goods!

      Beth Lipton
      Published Aug 21, 2019
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      Surprisingly High-Protein Side Dishes

      You tend to think of the entree as the main protein source for meals, but these sides can add a surprising amount of protein as well.

      Beth Lipton
      Published Aug 21, 2019
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      How to Improvise a Sheet Pan Meal

      Learn how to use what you have on hand to make to make an easy and delicious sheet pan meal on the fly — no recipe required!

      Beth Lipton
      Published Aug 19, 2019
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      The Smartest Kitchen Hack for Your Colander

      Pasta dinner on deck tonight? Instead of just using your colander to drain hot pasta water, learn a quick trick to maximize your meal.

      Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbrough
      Published Oct 23, 2017
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      7 Ways to Eat Healthy on a Tight Budget

      Go beyond buying in bulk or choosing cheaper cuts of meat to stretch your food dollar. Here’s how you can step into a higher level of cleaner, greener eating without sacrificing your budget or your taste buds.

      Kate Geagan
      Published Oct 19, 2017
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      5 Fresh Uses for Pesto

      Pesto isn't just for pasta! It's a mother sauce that can be used on nearly anything to boost flavor and bring a welcome pop of color.

      Pamela Salzman
      Published Aug 29, 2017
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      The 7 Clean Ingredients That Can Save Any Dinner

      Stock your pantry and freezer with these clean go-to items and you'll never be at the mercy of a bad or boring dinner again.

      Pamela Salzman
      Published Aug 21, 2017
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      3 Reasons You’re Ordering Takeout—And How to Stop

      Pamela Salzman, Clean Eating's contributing culinary nutritionist and the instructor of our newest course, Batch Cooking 101, shares her secrets to getting—and staying—ahead of the dinner rush.

      Mandy Major
      Published Aug 11, 2017
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      How to Make Perfectly Poached Eggs Every time

      Topping a dish with a poached egg is like putting a bright red bow on top of a package – it’s a sure sign that something special has arrived.

      Laura Walsh
      Published Apr 11, 2015

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