Tasting Table | Food, Restaurants, Reviews, Recipes, Cooking Tips (2024)

Elevate The Flavor Of Vegetable Soup With A Splash Of Carrot Juice

Vegetable soup is a hearty, satisfying meal, but if your stew is feeling a little thin, try giving it a boost with some added carrot juice.

How Long To Cook Corned Beef In Your Slow Cooker For The Most Tender Results

If you're new to cooking corned beef, here's what you need to know about how long to cook it in your slow cooker for the most tender results.

The Internal Temperature Your Recipe Requires For Chicken Thighs Is Probably Wrong

We're all aware of the importance of checking food temperature for safety, and you might be getting the internal temperature for chicken thighs wrong.

Cook /Molly Harris

For A Flawless Sear On Steak, You Need To Keep It Moving

If you want to grill up a restaurant-quality steak at home, then make sure you move your meat around enough when you're searing it.

Why Landing A Last-Minute Reservation At A Steakhouse Isn't Always Great

You might feel like luck is on your side if you score a last-minute reservation at an expensive steakhouse, but are you really the lucky one?

The Elvis Presley-Inspired Whiskey That's Named After The King Himself

If you're an Elvis fan who likes Tennessee whiskey, you're in for a treat with a trio of spirits inspired by (and named for) the King of Rock and Roll.

Drink /Chesney McDonald

12 Best Mixers For Your Bourbon, According To Experts

Bourbon is one of those amazing spirits you can enjoy straight-up and as a mixed drink. We spoke with experts to learn what mixers work best with bourbon.

Cook /Molly Harris

How Your Cookie Dough Scoop Can Make Decorating Cakes A Breeze

Cookie dough scoops can do a lot more than what they were designed for, including making frosting your cakes a whole lot easier.

Cook /Luna Regina

The Secret For Robust Bolognese Is To Slow Roast It In The Oven

Bolognese is already a rich, robust sauce, but if you want to make this classic dish even heartier, try sticking it in the oven for a few hours.

Pine Needle Tea Is The Refreshing Drink You Can Make Without Going To The Store

If you're yearning for a hot cup of tea but don't want to brave the crowds at the market, look no further than the pine needles in your backyard.

Drink /Michelle Welsch

How A Few Pinches Of Salt Can Seriously Elevate Your Beer

If you enjoy chomping down on salted pretzels or French fries while downing a cold pint, you may be excited to hear salt can elevate your beer in these ways.

Cook /Molly Harris

The Flavorful Sourdough Topping That Will Upgrade Your Creamy Soups

Sourdough bread and creamy soup is a combo that's hard to beat, but take things up a notch by creating this sourdough topping instead.

Ina Garten Adds Pecorino Cheese To Scrambled Eggs For An Italian Twist

If you want to give this dish an Italian twist, it's time to borrow from Ina Garten's playbook and add a little pecorino cheese to your scrambled eggs.

The Telltale Sign That Grocery Store Meat Is Not Being Stored Safely

There is a telltale sign that packaged meat might not be in prime condition for bringing home from the grocery store, and here's what it is.

The Only Way To Successfully Season A Cast Iron Skillet With Olive Oil

If you need to season or re-season your cast iron skillet with some EVOO, here's what you need to do (and what you need to be cautious about).

Cook /Carmen Varner

16 Creative Ways To Use Brussels Sprouts

If you find yourself struggling to come up with new ways to implement Brussels sprouts into your cooking, try these creative options for your next meal.

Cook /Brandon Rich

The Budget Steak Cut Guy Fieri Recommends - Exclusive

Tasting Table sat down for an exclusive interview with Guy Fieri, wanting to know what the Mayor of Flavortown considers as a choice budget cut of steak.

The Amount Of Shots You'd Need To Drink To Equal A Single Glass Of Wine

Not all alcohol is created equal. How many shots would you have to imbibe in order to equal the amount of booze in a glass of wine?

Cook /Stephanie Maida

To Avoid Burning Skillet Brownies, Cook Them Over Indirect Heat

Cooking your brownies in a skillet gives this dessert new flavor dimensions, but there's a trick to baking them without burning them on the grill.

Cook /Sara Klimek

16 Creative Ways To Use Leftover Pancake Batter

Pancakes are arguably the king of breakfast foods, but there's a whole lot more you can do with your leftover batter than make more pancakes. Try these ideas!

Cook /Wendy Leigh

Is Velveeta Real Cheese? Here's What It's Actually Made Of

Velveeta is beloved for its melty, gooey, cheesy goodness, but does this classic product actually qualify as real cheese? Here's what it's made of.

Cook /Luna Regina

Never Throw Away Your Beef Brisket Fat. Here's What To Do Instead

There's a lot you can do with a delicious beef brisket, but arguably the best part is what you can do with your brisket fat trimmings. Don't throw them away!

Cook /Stephanie Maida

How To Properly Store Coconut Flakes In Your Pantry

If you want to make sure you get the best-tasting coconut custard pie every time you use your coconut flakes, the secret is in how you store them.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

Rice Paper And Fruit Make A Refreshing 2-Ingredient Snack

Wrapping your favorite fruits in sheets of rice paper can not only make for an aesthetically pleasing treat but also a delicious dish to bite into.

14 Store-Bought Bagel Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

Grocery store-bought bagels can't compete with fresh-baked bagels, but they sure are convenient. Here's our ranking of 14 packaged bagel brands.

The One Dessert Jordi Roca Is Most Proud Of - Exclusive

Jordi Roca's approach is influenced by molecular gastronomy, using scientific techniques to coax new flavors and textures out of familiar ingredients.

The Mistake You're Making When Pressing Smash Burgers

When you are making the ultimate smash burger, one of the biggest mistakes home cooks make involves the smashing technique.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

The 2-Step Method Ina Garten Uses To Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs

Some tricks don't always work for peeling hard-boiled eggs. Luckily, if you need a new technique to remove the shell from the eggs, you can turn to Ina Garten.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

The Key To Cooking Angel Hair Pasta To Delicate Perfection

You'll need focused attention to ensure your next batch of angel hair pasta remains enjoyably toothy and does not turn into a pot of mushy, limp spoonfuls.