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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.
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.
A growing number of readers have been asking, “should I wash my berries in vinegar?” We did a deep-dive into USDA food storage tips and asked our Test Kitchen to provide your final answer. So should you wash berries in vinegar? You certainly can, but you definitely don’t have to.
In this guide to "What is espresso?" we share how to make a classic espresso—and recipes with espresso powder. Plus, coffee shop drinks with espresso.
If a watermelon has cracks in it, should you still buy it? Here's why making sure that your watermelon rind is intact, with no cracks, is a small step that leads to big rewards in taste and quality.
What is processed meat? Anything that's been flavored or preserved in some way. Find out how processed meats like hot dogs, deli meat, pepperoni, and sausage can impact health. After sharing the processed meat definition, dietitians reveal how to enjoy processed meats as part of a well-balanced diet.
Grilled pineapple is an ideal sweet side for savory pork loin chops.
Knowing how to blanch vegetables will help you keep them vibrant in color and the perfect texture for freezing and for all your favorite dishes.
Discover the best substitutes for semisweet, baking, and unsweetened chocolate in your favorite recipes with our Test Kitchen-approved alternatives.
Should you wash pre-washed greens? Fans have asked us this question, so we turned to food safety and cooking experts to answer. There’s no need to wash pre-washed greens; in fact, it might present a safety risk if you do. Learn more about preparing pre-washed greens for a safe and healthy salad recipe.
Preserve summer tomatoes with our guide to canning homemade salsa using your favorite recipe.
In the oven, microwave. deep-fryer or on the stovetop, we're here to prove this vegetable is tasty and versatile. Learn how to cook okra, four ways.