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The Misunderstood Chili Pepper: More Than Just Heat

Whether it’s watching tears being shed during a Hot Ones video or desperately fanning your mouth yourself, we all have what I like to call “spice memories.” Most of mine happen to take place on the ...

How to Properly Heat your Pan so Food Won't Stick

Let me tell you a story that may sound familiar. There was once a man who cooked a boneless skinless chicken breast. He put his skillet on the stove and turned the heat on. He added some oil and then ...

Franks and Beans from Scratch

by Drake 5/23/25 10:30 AM

I'm back with another bean blog! It’s been a while since I’ve had the canned...Read more

TCB Chef Wins America's Test Kitchen: The Next Generation

by Andrea 5/22/25 10:30 AM

If you watched America's Test Kitchen: The Next Generation you already know the great news: our...Read more

Riesling Rocks

by Mary Ross 5/21/25 10:30 AM

The number one question I receive by a wide margin is “What’s your favorite wine?” More...Read more

Chinese Birthday Traditions

by Nina 5/20/25 10:30 AM

Although my family comes from Burma, many of our traditions are deeply rooted in Chinese...Read more

Limited Space? Here's Your Grilling Solution

by Alex 5/16/25 10:30 AM

Grilling season is finally in full swing, and I couldn’t be more excited! After years of not...Read more

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The Misunderstood Chili Pepper: More Than Just Heat

How to Properly Heat your Pan so Food Won't Stick

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