Cooking Tips

Want to take your culinary skills to the next level? These cooking hacks will save you time, money and effort in the kitchen.

The Best Apples for Apple Pie

Some apples are good for snacking, and others are better suited for baking. These are the best apples for apple pie (and other apple-packed bakes).

Can You Freeze Milk? Yes, and Here’s How

Don't waste another drop of dairy. We'll walk you through our best tips for how to freeze milk.


The Ultimate Tips for Cooking Fish Perfectly

Planning on making fish for dinner? Learn what not to do before you start cooking.


This is the Best Way to Store Ice Cubes

Never chisel ice cubes apart again. Use this tool to keep those little guys loose.


This Trick For Peeling Potatoes is Taking Over the Internet

Gone are the days of spending tons of time peeling a bag of potatoes.

6 Foods You Should Never Reheat in a Microwave

Certain foods can become downright toxic when reheated in the microwave—here's what you need to know.


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Easy Bread Recipes Anyone Can Bake

If you're intimidated by homemade bread, these simply delicious recipes are the perfect jumping-off point.

10 Tasty Ways to Get More Carrot Cake in Your Life

From carrot cake pancakes to carrot cake oatmeal, these delicious recipes prove that everyone's favourite flavour isn't just for dessert.


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If You Can’t Get Enough Mini Eggs, These Mouthwatering Easter Desserts Are a Must

Sweet treats from Cake & Loaf Gatherings, the new cookbook from best-selling Canadian bakers Nickey Miller and...


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Mistakes Everyone Makes When Brewing Coffee

The best cup of coffee you’ll ever have is waiting in your kitchen—so long as you avoid these common brewing...


You’ve Been Microwaving Your Food the Wrong Way—Here’s What to Do Instead

Say goodbye to soggy pasta! This viral video will forever change the way you use a microwave.

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10 Canadian Cooks Share Their Best-Ever Chili Recipes

Craving a steaming bowl of spicy chili? Indulge in the ultimate cold-weather comfort food with these best-ever chili recipes from...


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Smart Cooking Hacks to Save Time (and Money) in the Kitchen

Everything you need for these quick fixes is already in your cupboards!


A 7-Day Meal Plan Using a Big Batch of Rice

Steam up a super-sized batch of rice to portion and serve with this collection of delicious dinner recipes.


10 Delicious Pies to Celebrate Pi Day

These top-rated pie recipes from the Taste of Home Test Kitchen are perfect for celebrating Pi Day—or any ordinary day,...


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14 Green Desserts to Enjoy on St. Patrick’s Day

These sweet treats might not be Irish in origin, but they're the perfect colour to celebrate the Emerald Isle!

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These Easy Valentine’s Day Desserts Can Be Thrown Together in a Heartbeat

Satisfy your sweet tooth without making another trip to the grocery store: You'll only need two ingredients for each of...


30 Tropical Recipes That Are the Next Best Thing to a Spring Break Vacation

These easy meals and mouthwatering desserts bring the taste of the tropics home.


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7 Cooking Mistakes Everybody Makes (and How to Fix Them)

Are soggy greens served up regularly in your kitchen? Are your pans lined with the burnt remains of meals past?...


This Hack For Peeling Hard-Boiled Eggs is Blowing Up the Internet

Soon you'll be peeling hard-boiled eggs like a pro.


Yes, You Can Freeze Cold Cuts—Here’s How

Overstocked on lunch meat? It turns out you *can* freeze cold cuts to extend their shelf life—if you follow these...


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Cooking Mistakes That Are Making Your Food Unhealthy

These bad cooking habits could be costing you essential nutrients, tricking you into overeating or even making you sick.


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Simple Slow Cooker Chicken Breast Recipes

Make tonight's dinner an easy one with these simple and delicious slow cooker chicken breast recipes. With everything from chicken...


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Depression-Era Cooking Tips Worth Trying Today

It turns out these old-school strategies are just as relevant in the 21st century. Find out how to stretch your...


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Clever Ways to Put Kitchen Scissors to Work

If you're only using your kitchen scissors to slice twine and open packages, you're tapping just a fraction of their...

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20 Tasty Treats For Super Bowl Sunday

We've got your game day appetizer menu covered.


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The Secret Ingredient For the Best-Ever Brownies

...And more baking tricks to take your homemade brownies to the next level.


Tasty Tropical Desserts to Brighten Up Your Day

These easy, breezy treats are the next best thing to a sun-soaked getaway.



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Winter Casserole Recipes to Warm You Right Up

When you're craving comfort food, nothing beats a hot and hearty casserole, right out of the oven.


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Healthy Baked Chicken Recipes Your Family Will Love

From baked Caesar chicken to chicken-stuffed peppers, enjoy a week's worth of nutritious, delicious and easy-to-fix dinners.