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What is the Best Soy Sauce Substitute?
READER QUESTION: I can't eat anything with soy in it. Is there a substitute when I'm preparing food at home? Indeed there is! If you're looking for the savory, umami-ness you get from traditional soy sauce, but without the soy… -
What is Aquafaba and How Do I Use It?
Here's a great question from a reader about aquafaba. Have you heard of it? Wondering how to use it as an egg substitute? We have the answers! -
Is Salted or Unsalted Butter Best for Baking?
Salted vs unsalted butter: When it comes to baking, what's the best? Does it really make a big difference which you use? Here's what we have to say! -
What is the Best Oil for Deep Frying?
Wondering what oil to use for making your favorite fried chicken or doughnut recipe? Here's our top pick! -
Does the Position of Your Oven Rack Matter?
What's the best position for your oven rack when baking a batch of cookies or roasting a turkey? Does really matter? (Spoiler alert: Yes!) Here's everything you need to know. -
Is Minced Garlic in a Jar as Good as Fresh?
Jars of minced garlic are so convenient, but is the garlic as good as fresh? Can you use pre-minced garlic just like you would use fresh garlic you mince yourself? Here's what you need to know. -
Should I Have a Pro Sharpen My Knives?
How should you take care of your knives? Can you adequately sharpen them at home or should you leave it to the pros? What's the difference between honing and sharpening? Here's our advice! -
How Can I Save All My Favorite Recipes From Your Site?
Have you been wondering how you can save all your favorite meals from Simply Recipes? Wonder no more! Here's a quick rundown. -
Do You Need to Wash Mushrooms?
What is the best way to clean a bunch of gritty mushrooms? Can you rinse them in the sink? SHOULD you rinse them in the sink? You have questions, we have answers! -
What’s the Best Way to Freeze Soup, Beans and Broth?
Here's a great question from a reader about freezing pantry basics like beans and broth! Can you do it? How and for how long? We have the answers! -
What Are Some Good Make-Ahead Meals for Two?
Cooking for someone else often means challenging the way you think about dinner. Check out these ideas for healthy make-ahead meals for two. -
How Do I Substitute Dried Herbs for Fresh?
Is it worth running to the store for one bunch of herbs, or can you swap in some dried herbs for fresh? Are some herbs easier to swap than others? You've got questions! We've got answers! -
How Do I Get Crispy Skin on My Roast Chicken?
Got a hankering for roast chicken with extra-crispy skin? We understand! Here are our best tips and tricks for getting that chicken skin as crispy as possible. -
What Are the Best Egg Substitutes for Baking?
Looking to start baking without eggs? Know someone with an egg allergy that you'd like to bake for? We've got you covered with tips and recipes to bake without eggs! -
Do I Need to Soak My Beans?
Here's a great question from a reader about pre-soaking beans! Why do it? Do you need to do it? Can you skip it if you forgot? We have the answers!