How to Cook Eggplant—5 Simple Methods
If you're wondering how to cook eggplant, keep reading. On the grill, roasted, sautéed, and—yes—even in the microwave, this vegetable is as versatile as it is delicious.
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How to Cook Asparagus 8 Ways: Our Test Kitchen's Easy Methods
Learn how to season asparagus and prepare and cook it, so it's tender but not soggy—like at your favorite restaurant. And you can even microwave it!
4 Tips for Choosing the Sweetest Cantaloupe, Honeydew, or Muskmelon
Here are four tricks our editors swear by to pick the sweetest melon at the store.
How to Wash Blackberries the Right Way, According to Our Test Kitchen
Here's the right way to wash blackberries, including tips for storing the berries so they stay fresh.
Should You Refrigerate Avocados? Yes, But Not Always—Here’s How to Know When
Readers often ask, “should you refrigerate avocados?” Our answer about how to store avocados is that it depends on how ripe they are—and if you’ve cut the fruit open. Learn how to store avocados in the refrigerator, freezer, and at room temp, depending on the ripeness level and the avocado recipe you want to make.
How to Test Any Kind of Cookie for Doneness
Master the difference between doughy and delightful with these tips on how to tell when any kind of cookie is done.
Can You Freeze Chicken Salad? Here’s Why We Don’t Recommend It
Can you freeze chicken salad? Technically, yes, and it shouldn’t be a food safety risk. But frozen chicken salad will never be as good as fresh, especially if your chicken salad recipe has mayo. Learn how to freeze chicken salad, discover how to thaw frozen chicken salad, and get alternatives to freezing chicken salad.
Does Honey Expire? Not Really—But We’re Revealing Its “Best By” Date
Does honey expire? When stored properly, it shouldn’t ever spoil. Still honey will naturally start to dim in flavor and aroma between 1 and 5 years after harvest. Learn more about the lifespan of honey, how to store honey, and how to use honey so you can polish off your stock well in advance of that 5-year timeline.
How Long Does Cut Watermelon Last? Our Test Kitchen Has the Timeline
How long does cut watermelon last? The quality begins to diminish day after day, so the sooner you can savor it, the better. Still, you should have 3 to 5 days to enjoy your fresh watermelon after slicing and dicing the fruit. Find out more about how long cut watermelon lasts in this guide.
Can You Eat Mango Skin?
While mango skin is edible, there are reasons to avoid consuming it. Here we break down everything you need to know about eating mango skin.
How to Make Hard Candy in High Humidity (and Soft Candy, Too!)
Learn how the weather affects candy making and master these workaround methods of how to make hard candy in high humidity (and soft candy, too!).
No, You Can’t Actually Ripen a Pineapple—Here’s Why
Wondering how to ripen a pineapple? The answer is to allow it to continue growing on the plant. Pineapples don’t really ripen after they’re picked. Find out why, learn how to choose a good pineapple, and what to do if you happen to select an underripe fruit.
Our Test Kitchen's Top Substitutes for Chocolate of Every Type
Discover the best substitutes for semisweet, baking, and unsweetened chocolate in your favorite recipes with our Test Kitchen-approved alternatives.
How to Make a Cake Roll in 5 Steps for an Impressive Dessert
Spiraled cake rolls look tricky, but they whip up in just a few steps. Follow our cake roll recipe to learn how to make this dessert.
How to Freeze Pie to Enjoy Months in the Future
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.
The Best Vegan Egg Substitutes for Every Type of Recipe
Transform your favorite baked goods recipes into tasty meat- and dairy-free delights with these easy vegan egg substitutes.
When and Why Do You Sift Flour for Cookies? Our Experts Explain
You may not have to take the extra step of sifting flour for cookies. Read what our Test Kitchen experts have to say about when sifting is necessary.
Can You Freeze Watermelon? Yes, If You Follow These Tips
Can you freeze watermelon? Absolutely. Just be sure to cut it first, then follow our Test Kitchen’s steps for how to freeze watermelon to prevent freezer burn. Then discover the best frozen watermelon recipes to put your hydrating, healthy fruit to good use.
How to Freeze Soup in Bags or Containers for Make-Ahead Meals
Get tips on how to freeze soup in bags or containers to pull out on busy weeknights when there's no time to cook or on a chilly Sunday afternoon.
How to Store Celery So It Doesn't Go Limp for 3 Weeks
Study up on how to store celery in the refrigerator to keep it fresh and crisp for weeks. This is one food storage hack that actually works, our Test Kitchen confirms! If you’d like to save your celery for longer, learn how to freeze celery to use in soups, stews, and other celery recipes.