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This Tool Is The Key To Better Cakes Without Using Parchment Paper - Tasting Table

Books

Listen to BA Bake Club's Podcast on Guinness Cake

fromLos Angeles Times

LA food

This revolutionary pastry chef helped lead the rise of L.A. bakeries

Cooking

Chiffon Is the Secret to a Roll Cake That Doesn't Crack

The 10-Second Trick That Stops Smudged Icing From Ruining Pastries - Tasting Table

Use toothpicks or straws to prevent icing smudging when covering baked goods.

Unsalted Vs Salted Butter: What's The Difference, And Which Is Better For Baking? - Tasting Table

Unsalted butter provides better control over salt levels in baking, impacting flavor and precision.

This Tool Is The Key To Better Cakes Without Using Parchment Paper - Tasting Table

Lining baking pans with parchment or silicone prevents cakes from sticking and ensures easier removal after baking.

Books

Listen to BA Bake Club's Podcast on Guinness Cake

Jesse Szewczyk shares his Chocolate Guinness Cake recipe and discusses the development of a brown butter frosting with Helen Goh.

LA food

fromLos Angeles Times

This revolutionary pastry chef helped lead the rise of L.A. bakeries

Roxana Jullapat leads a baking revolution with Friends & Family, emphasizing whole grains and local flours in her artisan bakery.

Chiffon Is the Secret to a Roll Cake That Doesn't Crack

Cakes are categorized into two methods: creaming and foaming, each resulting in distinct textures and structures.

The 10-Second Trick That Stops Smudged Icing From Ruining Pastries - Tasting Table

Use toothpicks or straws to prevent icing smudging when covering baked goods.

Unsalted Vs Salted Butter: What's The Difference, And Which Is Better For Baking? - Tasting Table

Unsalted butter provides better control over salt levels in baking, impacting flavor and precision.

How Long Properly Stored Dairy-Based Batch Cocktails Last - Tasting Table

Dairy cocktails can spoil quickly, but high alcohol content can extend their shelf life if stored properly.

Silicon Valley food

fromABC7 Los Angeles

'Bake Ability Bakery' offers treats made with love by people with intellectual disabilities

Bake Ability Bakery provides employment and life skills development for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Coffee

fromWIRED

There's a Secret Ingredient to Making Luxury Ice at Home

The extravagant ice trade highlights absurdities in resource allocation and sustainability concerns.

Paris food

9 Signs You're At A Traditional French Bakery - Tasting Table

French bakeries prioritize butter as a key ingredient for flavor, texture, and shelf life in their pastries.

9 hours ago

The Trick For Bakery-Worthy Cupcakes With Tall Frosting - Tasting Table

Piping a central dollop of frosting creates a tall, bakery-style look for cupcakes.

6 days ago

These Are The Baking Trends You'll See Everywhere In 2026 - Tasting Table

Contrast is at the center of many popular culinary trends. There's also a strong emphasis on contrasting textures within a single baked good. For example, soft milk breads and laminated doughs that have been hard-baked create exciting combinations.

Fashion & style

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9 hours ago

What can I do with leftover rice? | Kitchen aide

Cool cooked rice quickly and store in an airtight container to prevent bacterial growth and create versatile meal options.

Cocktails

The 24-Hour Rule You Can't Break When Using A Ninja CREAMi - Tasting Table

The Ninja CREAMi requires a 24-hour freeze for optimal ice cream texture.

10 hours ago

Ditch This Baking Myth For Pie Dough That's Much Easier To Handle - Tasting Table

Chilling pie crust is essential for gluten relaxation and achieving a flaky texture.

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Everyday cooking

Emeril Lagasse's Pro Tip For Adding Bonus Flavor To Oven-Baked Ribs - Tasting Table

fromcooking.nytimes.com

Is There a Perfect Way to Cook Eggs?

The pursuit of a 'perfect' boiled egg can overshadow personal preferences and the joy of culinary exploration.

The Pantry Mix You Can Use Instead Of Cornmeal For Frying - Tasting Table

Cornbread mix can substitute for cornmeal and flour in frying recipes, enhancing the crust with added flavor and texture.

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The Key To More Flavorful Fried Eggs Is Already In Your Spice Drawer - Tasting Table

Crushed red pepper enhances fried eggs with heat, color, and versatility, making them more exciting and flavorful.

Everyday cooking

Yes, You Can Make Cream From Powdered Milk. Here's How - Tasting Table

Powdered milk can be used to create a cost-effective substitute for cream in various recipes.

4 hours ago

Emeril Lagasse's Pro Tip For Adding Bonus Flavor To Oven-Baked Ribs - Tasting Table

Oven-baked ribs can achieve grill-like perfection by adding barbecue sauce during the final cooking stage.

fromcooking.nytimes.com

Is There a Perfect Way to Cook Eggs?

The pursuit of a 'perfect' boiled egg can overshadow personal preferences and the joy of culinary exploration.

The Pantry Mix You Can Use Instead Of Cornmeal For Frying - Tasting Table

Cornbread mix can substitute for cornmeal and flour in frying recipes, enhancing the crust with added flavor and texture.

The Key To More Flavorful Fried Eggs Is Already In Your Spice Drawer - Tasting Table

Crushed red pepper enhances fried eggs with heat, color, and versatility, making them more exciting and flavorful.

Yes, You Can Make Cream From Powdered Milk. Here's How - Tasting Table

Powdered milk can be used to create a cost-effective substitute for cream in various recipes.

Everyday cooking

Jamie Oliver's Foolproof Trick To Removing Tricky Eggshell Pieces From Your Dish - Tasting Table

Chef Jamie Oliver offers a simple method to remove eggshell fragments using the shell itself instead of fingers.

The Hands-Off Way To Intensify Pot Roast Without Adding A Single Ingredient - Tasting Table

Air drying pot roast in the fridge enhances flavor and speeds up cooking by reducing moisture.

21 hours ago

Jamie Oliver's Foolproof Trick To Removing Tricky Eggshell Pieces From Your Dish - Tasting Table

Chef Jamie Oliver offers a simple method to remove eggshell fragments using the shell itself instead of fingers.

The Hands-Off Way To Intensify Pot Roast Without Adding A Single Ingredient - Tasting Table

Air drying pot roast in the fridge enhances flavor and speeds up cooking by reducing moisture.

Put Your Waffle Maker Away And Break Out The Grill For An Unforgettable Breakfast - Tasting Table

Grill pan waffles can be made easily at home without a waffle maker, achieving a fluffy texture and crispy crust.

22 hours ago

Restore The Shine Of Aluminum Cookware With This Fruit Scrap - Tasting Table

Apple peels can help you get rid of pesky, stubborn stains on aluminum cookware without you having to break a sweat scrubbing away with an abrasive sponge.

Everyday cooking

Turn Canned Cinnamon Rolls Into A Bakery-Style Treat Within 10 Minutes - Tasting Table

Transform canned cinnamon rolls into delicious BonBites using an air fryer in just 10 minutes.

Make Bakery-Worthy Cinnamon Rolls With This Elegant Rose Trick - Tasting Table

Cinnamon rolls can be transformed into visually stunning cinnamon roses using simple techniques for a bakery-worthy presentation.

Turn Canned Cinnamon Rolls Into A Bakery-Style Treat Within 10 Minutes - Tasting Table

Transform canned cinnamon rolls into delicious BonBites using an air fryer in just 10 minutes.

Make Bakery-Worthy Cinnamon Rolls With This Elegant Rose Trick - Tasting Table

Cinnamon rolls can be transformed into visually stunning cinnamon roses using simple techniques for a bakery-worthy presentation.

Yes, Some Bakeries Will Sell You Buttercream Frosting - Here's What To Know - Tasting Table

Grocery store bakeries sell buttercream frosting by the pound at affordable prices, offering a convenient alternative to making it at home.

This Simple Egg Trick Solves The Scrambled Vs Fried Breakfast Dilemma - Tasting Table

Frambled eggs combine scrambled and fried techniques for a unique breakfast experience.

The Oil Substitute That Keeps Brownies Rich And Fudgy, According To An Expert - Tasting Table

Greek yogurt is the best oil substitute for fudgy brownies, enhancing texture and flavor while adding protein.

For Better Brownie Bites With A Creative Spin, Use This Unexpected Technique - Tasting Table

Brownies can be creatively transformed into deviled egg-style treats using silicone molds and various fillings.

The Oil Substitute That Keeps Brownies Rich And Fudgy, According To An Expert - Tasting Table

Greek yogurt is the best oil substitute for fudgy brownies, enhancing texture and flavor while adding protein.

For Better Brownie Bites With A Creative Spin, Use This Unexpected Technique - Tasting Table

Brownies can be creatively transformed into deviled egg-style treats using silicone molds and various fillings.

30 Recipes To Use Up A Bunch Of Eggs Before They Go Bad - Tasting Table

Eggs are versatile and can be used in various recipes beyond scrambling or poaching.

Instantly Elevate Cinnamon Rolls With An Unexpected Cheesy Addition - Tasting Table

Cheddar cheese can enhance the flavor of cinnamon rolls by adding a savory-sweet contrast.

Adding Liquid To Your Slow Cooker Isn't Always Necessary. Here's When You Can Skip It - Tasting Table

Slow cookers can create flavorful dishes without always needing added liquid, as ingredients release their own moisture during cooking.

Give Chicken Wings Picture-Perfect Glaze With One Last-Minute Ingredient - Tasting Table

Crispy baked chicken wings can be enhanced with butter for flavor and visual appeal.

Should Butter Always Be Refrigerated? - Tasting Table

Butter doesn't always need refrigeration; salted butter can be stored at room temperature for short periods.

Why You Might Want To Drop Your Cake Right After It Comes Out Of The Oven - Tasting Table

Chiffon cakes require careful handling, including a controlled drop after baking to release steam and prevent collapse.

3 days ago

The 10-Second Foil Trick That Gives Cheeseburgers The Gooiest Bites - Tasting Table

Properly melted cheese is essential for a classic cheeseburger that rivals Shake Shack's.

For Blueberries That Stay Fresh Longer, Wash Them In This Solution, Then Pat Dry - Tasting Table

Using vinegar or baking soda baths effectively cleans blueberries and prolongs their shelf life.

Cooking

The Step You Can't Skip When Baking With Blueberries - Tasting Table

6 days ago

For Blueberries That Stay Fresh Longer, Wash Them In This Solution, Then Pat Dry - Tasting Table

Using vinegar or baking soda baths effectively cleans blueberries and prolongs their shelf life.

Cooking

The Step You Can't Skip When Baking With Blueberries - Tasting Table

Homemade Chocolate Pop-Tarts Recipe - Tasting Table

Pop-Tarts, invented in 1964, remain a popular breakfast option with a homemade recipe offering a gourmet twist.

This Simple Twist Turns Eclair Cake Into A Springtime Dessert - Tasting Table

Springtime no-bake eclair cake can be enhanced with lemon flavors and vibrant chocolate options for a seasonal twist.

Take No-Bake Eclair Cake To The Next Level When You Add This Gem To The Ganache - Tasting Table

A no-bake eclair cake uses graham crackers and vanilla pudding as shortcuts, topped with espresso-enhanced chocolate ganache for an elegant dessert requiring minimal effort.

This Simple Twist Turns Eclair Cake Into A Springtime Dessert - Tasting Table

Springtime no-bake eclair cake can be enhanced with lemon flavors and vibrant chocolate options for a seasonal twist.

Take No-Bake Eclair Cake To The Next Level When You Add This Gem To The Ganache - Tasting Table

A no-bake eclair cake uses graham crackers and vanilla pudding as shortcuts, topped with espresso-enhanced chocolate ganache for an elegant dessert requiring minimal effort.

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Cocktails

Jeff Mauro Uses This Simple Ingredient To Help Whipped Cream Stay Stable Longer - Tasting Table

Cream of tartar, an acidic winemaking byproduct, stabilizes whipped cream when added in small quantities of one-eighth to one-quarter teaspoon per cup, though using a cold, clean bowl is equally essential for success.

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Cooking

How Bakery Pros Get Finicky Frosting Into The Tip Of Their Piping Bags - Tasting Table

Cooking

Don't Toss Empty Condiment Bottles When You Could Use Them For Your Next Cake - Tasting Table

Cooking

How Bakery Pros Get Finicky Frosting Into The Tip Of Their Piping Bags - Tasting Table

Cooking

Don't Toss Empty Condiment Bottles When You Could Use Them For Your Next Cake - Tasting Table

One Unexpected Addition Transforms French Onion Dip Instantly - Tasting Table

Pickles enhance French onion dip with tangy richness and flavor contrast, elevating the dish beyond traditional ingredients.

10 Ways To Make Your Sheet-Pan Dinner Taste Gourmet - Tasting Table

Sheet-pan dinners offer a quick, nutritious, and gourmet meal solution with minimal effort.

fromLos Angeles Times

Make your own butter. Or try to at least once

"The solution to everything was just add butter. It was the moment when I realized so much of the magic that occurs in pastry, but also in sauces, emulsification, creating that silky texture of a classic French sauce, it's all because of butter."

Everyday cooking

Food & drink

Start Pan-Frying Stale Leftover Donuts To Turn Them Into A Whole New Breakfast Treat - Tasting Table

Slightly stale glazed or cinnamon-sugar donuts can be soaked in egg custard and pan-fried or baked as French toast; avoid frosted varieties.

This 30-Second Step Gives Boxed Cake Mix Bakery-Level Texture - Tasting Table

Boxed cake mixes can be improved significantly by sifting and using room-temperature eggs for better texture and consistency.

For Bakery-Worthy Boxed Cake, These Are The Only Pans To Use - Tasting Table

Using light-colored aluminum cake pans improves baking results for boxed cakes by ensuring even cooking and preventing crispy edges.

This Is Why Chocolate Chips Keep Sinking In Your Baked Goods - And The Easy Fix That Stops It - Tasting Table

Coat chocolate chips in flour before adding to batter to prevent sinking by creating friction on the chip surface.

This 30-Second Step Gives Boxed Cake Mix Bakery-Level Texture - Tasting Table

Boxed cake mixes can be improved significantly by sifting and using room-temperature eggs for better texture and consistency.

For Bakery-Worthy Boxed Cake, These Are The Only Pans To Use - Tasting Table

Using light-colored aluminum cake pans improves baking results for boxed cakes by ensuring even cooking and preventing crispy edges.

This Is Why Chocolate Chips Keep Sinking In Your Baked Goods - And The Easy Fix That Stops It - Tasting Table

Coat chocolate chips in flour before adding to batter to prevent sinking by creating friction on the chip surface.

Jacques Pepin's 2-Second Trick Stops Avocados From Browning Too Quickly - Tasting Table

Dunking cut avocados in cold water prevents browning and extends their freshness.

How To Use An Immersion Blender The Right Way And End Splattering For Good - Tasting Table

Immersion blenders can be messy, but proper techniques like full submersion and starting on low speed can minimize cleanup.

The Best Hand Mixers for Dense Cookie Doughs and Stiff Peaks

Breville Handy Mix Scraper and Beautiful by Drew hand mixers outperformed six other popular models in testing for power, noise level, ease of use, and cleaning efficiency.

fromBuzzFeed

People Are Sharing The Easy Tips For Beginner Cooks That Will Immediately Improve Your Food

Basics in cooking are more important than complex recipes.

Why Baking Your Pie Crust Upside Down Is Actually Genius - Tasting Table

Baking pie crust upside down between two inverted pie dishes uses gravity to prevent slumping during blind baking, eliminating the need for messy pie weights or beans.

fromwww.theguardian.com

How to turn old sourdough into a classic pudding recipe | Waste not

Bread-and-butter pudding transforms old bread into a comforting, indulgent dish, utilizing whole eggs and wholemeal sourdough for a richer flavor.

fromwww.theguardian.com

How to turn puff pastry offcuts into a brilliant cheesy snack recipe | Waste not

Transform puff pastry trimmings into cheese straws by topping with cheese and fermented vegetables, twisting, and baking for a zero-waste snack.

Slice Your Loaf Cake Before You Bake It

Slitting loaf cake batter with a nonstick-coated knife creates a controlled crack down the center, improving both appearance and texture by allowing better expansion and a lighter crumb.

This Simple Topping Takes Blueberry Muffins From Good To Great - Tasting Table

Blueberry muffins can be enhanced with a streusel topping for added texture and flavor.

The Sad Thing That Happens When Your Cookie Dough Scoops Are Way Too Big - Tasting Table

Oversized cookie dough scoops produce unevenly baked cookies with golden edges and gooey or underbaked centers, while smaller scoops ensure consistent, properly baked results.

Do Bakeries Ever Use Premade Cake Mixes For Their Bakes? - Tasting Table

One piece of evidence is that there are actually quite a few cake mixes out there sold in bulk and specifically marketed to bakeries. A 50-pound bag of red velvet cake mix doesn't have a lot of uses aside from a fairly large-scale operation. But beyond that, there are plenty of bakery employees on the internet spilling the beans.

Cooking

Skim Fat From Ground Beef In Seconds With This Simple Trick - Tasting Table

Use paper towels and tongs to quickly remove excess fat from browned ground beef while retaining enough fat for flavor and juiciness.

Martha Stewart's 10 Best Tips That'll Make You A Better Baker - Tasting Table

Martha Stewart shares practical baking techniques that help home bakers master fundamentals and achieve consistent, delicious results with confidence.

The Curious Technique Behind Our Latest Bake Club

Reverse-creaming, mixing dry ingredients with butter before wet ingredients, produces significantly more tender cake crumbs by coating flour molecules in fat to limit gluten formation.

This Often-Overlooked Creme Brulee Addition Adds Unique And Sweet Floral Notes - Tasting Table

Adding honey to crème brûlée introduces nuance and depth while complementing the delicate cream, egg, and vanilla flavors with floral, fruity, or caramel notes depending on honey varietal.

'It Works Wonders' - The Cheap Kitchen Gadget Home Bakers Are Using For Mess-Free Cupcakes - Tasting Table

A batter pen or squeeze bottle simplifies cupcake batter distribution by enabling mess-free, portion-controlled dispensing into muffin tins.

10 Creative Ways To Use Up Leftover Puff Pastry - Tasting Table

Leftover puff pastry can be refrigerated or frozen and easily transformed into sweet or savory treats like mini tarts, sausage rolls, and Wellingtons.

The Best Way To Thaw A Whole Frozen Cake - Tasting Table

Cake can be frozen to preserve freshness and consumed gradually, requiring careful wrapping and a specific thawing process through the refrigerator to prevent condensation damage.

The Easy Shortcut For A Bakery-Quality Trifle - Tasting Table

Trifles are impressive make-ahead desserts combining cake, custard, fruit, and cream that can be easily made using boxed cake mix to save time and ensure quality results.

How Sugar Could Actually Be Messing Up Your Homemade Cookies - Tasting Table

Excessive sugar in cookie dough causes excessive spreading and browning in the oven, resulting in flat, crunchy cookies; precise measurement using a scale prevents this problem.

fromScary Mommy

15 Recipes To Use Up The Heavy Cream Carton In Your Refrigerator Door

Heavy whipping cream is one of those things that pops up in a lot of recipes, but for some reason, it's never sold in exactly the amount you need. Instead, you're always left with some odd amount of heavy cream left over and no real idea what to do with it because, well, the recipe you bought it for is done now. That's where these recipes to use up heavy cream come in handy.

Cooking

A Low-Fi Technique for Laminated Biscuits

Folding dough to create parallel layers of butter produces flaky, peel-apart biscuits that can be made at home without specialized equipment.

10 Mistakes To Avoid With Cream Cheese Frosting - Tasting Table

Adding all cream cheese frosting ingredients at once harms texture; add ingredients in stages and properly prepare components for a smoother result.

fromBuzzFeed

The Average Person Won't Be Able To Identify These Desserts From Just Their Ingredients, So I'll Be Impressed If You Do

I love dessert as much as the next person. The existence of dessert is truly one of the best things to have happened to mankind, and I've always had immense respect for people who know how to make these sweet treats. Now, if you're curious like me, you've probably also tried whipping some stuff up in the kitchen (no one's going to ask if you failed. That's between you and your stand mixer).

Cooking

Why A Paper Towel Is A Game-Changer For Luscious Homemade Cookies - Tasting Table

We first have to answer the question: What actually causes cookies to go stale? Well, it's due to a chemical process called starch retrogradation; once baked goods leave the heat of the oven, the starch molecules recrystallize - a process that's expedited by exposure to air. The most logical solution, of course, is not to leave your cookies sitting out on a plate. But to preserve their texture even more, you may want to reach for that roll of paper towels.

Cooking

Perfect Your Meatloaf's Texture For Good With Help From One Common Appliance - Tasting Table

Using a stand mixer with a flat beater on low speed prevents overmixing and evenly distributes pressure for a cohesive, tender, moist meatloaf texture.

These Ridiculously Easy 2-Ingredient Puff Pastries Are Chocolatey Perfection - Tasting Table

Even though we will always defend the viewpoint that the best way to eat Nutella is with a spoon straight out of the jar, this beloved creamy hazelnut spread actually has many creative uses in the kitchen. It's super easy to bake with and handy to have in the pantry when you're craving a rich chocolatey dessert that tastes homemade without taking hours to prep. For example, the easy-peasy two-ingredient chocolate puff pastries.

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