be a better cook

Ali Slagle shares must-haves that'll make every meal one you can’t wait to eat.

Think you know what makes a quality cutting board? We’ve got your guide to this essential food prep tool, from buying to cleaning and everything in between.

It's time to take your knifework – and your dishes – to the next level.

If you’ve got cooking questions you’ve always been too afraid to ask, we’re answering them.

Sharpen your knives, because you're about to become an expert at butchering a whole chicken and making the most out of every piece of meat.

What's the secret to a gorgeous, gooey-but-runny poached egg that doesn't fall apart in the pot? Follow these steps to find out.

Consider this your complete guide to making a sensational salsa.

If you've been avoiding tofu because of its taste, texture or because you don't know how to prepare it, it's time to discover what a wonderful alternative to meat this versatile ingredient actually is.

What if we told you that you could turn meal prep into an enjoyable, therapeutic (dare we say relaxing?) process instead of a dread chore. Who wouldn't want that?

Whip up dishes on the fly and improvise based on what you have with this cheat sheet.

Avoid these pitfalls and get ready for the juiciest steaks and burgers of your life.

It's an art and a science – improve on both with these tips.

Part of being a good cook is being efficient with your ingredients (and it's great for the environment, too).

Save time and money and eliminate stress with these expert tips.

How well do you know the tools you turn to most often in the kitchen? Make sure you have these items on hand – and know how to fully utilize your knives.

Elevate your cooking game by keeping an eye out for these missteps.

Keeping your equipment, tools, pantry and work space neat sets the stage for successful cooking.

Kitchen experts from recipe developers to chefs to cookbook authors share their best tips and tricks for enhancing flavor and perfecting your technique.

Before you chop anything or turn on the stove, check these must-dos off your list.

Making your own beef jerky is super easy – and way healthier than packaged products. Follow our step-by-step recipe to create a savory, flavorful jerky that's also clean.

This extra-easy cooking technique lets you cook your turkey and stuffing at the same time – and it's so easy, you'll want to make this dish a holiday tradition.

Brush up on these basic cooking techniques, and you’ll have everyone thinking you’re an expert chef.

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.

Quick-cooking cutlets allow you to stretch and wrap lean cuts of meat with succulent flavors and crunchy textures, totally customizable to your tastes.

Oysters are a splurge most often enjoyed in a restaurant, but you can save a ton of money (and impress your guests) by shucking oysters at home.