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Yams Vs. Sweet Potatoes

Have you ever wondered about the difference between yams and sweet potatoes? Discover more about each of these foods and find easy at-home recipes.

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What Is Cardamom?

Cardamom can add an irresistible flavor to so many recipes! So what is cardamom, and how can you use it as a home cook?

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What Are Shallots?

What are shallots? A way to make your recipes more exciting and more. Read here to learn how to incorporate them into tasty, easy-to-make recipes!

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How To Ripen Bananas

What can you do when your bananas aren't ripe enough? Read here to discover how to ripen bananas and make tasty, straightforward recipes with Jow. 

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Is Risotto Gluten-Free?

Is risotto gluten-free? Learn the basics of making risotto, a traditional Italian dish with tons of flavor, and find out whether this meal is gluten-free.

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7 Best Dairy Substitutes

Do you know your options for going dairy-free? You don't have to give up milk with this list of the best dairy substitutes from Jow.

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Caster Sugar vs. Powdered Sugar: Which Should You Use?

Do you know which sugar to use while making your favorite dessert? Click to find out the difference between caster sugar vs. powdered sugar.

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What Is Polenta?

What is polenta, and how do you make it? We've got the information you need for preparing polenta and other easy dishes with just a few ingredients.

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Should You Refrigerate Tomatoes?

Should tomatoes go in the fridge or be left out on the counter? JOW has the answers, plus some fascinating tomato facts.

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Stock vs. Broth | What's The Difference?

Are you interested in cooking soups and stews? Learn the key differences between stock and broth, as well as how to use these savory liquids in your meals.

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All Types of Steak Explained by Cut

Confused about all the different types of steak? We’ve got some quick, simple explanations of each cut right here.

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Weekly Menu: August 21 - 27

Check out our weekly selections for your meal planning this week!

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10 Easy Pasta Recipes for Busy School Nights

Getting back into the swing of school can be tough—try out these recipes to prevent anyone from getting hangry in the coming busy days! :-)

Weekly Menu: August 14 - 20

Check out our selections for your meal planning this week!

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Weekly Menu: August 7 - 13

Take a look at our recommended recipes of the week!

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Melons, Gourds, & Squashes: How are they Related?

Gourds can refer to most all fruits in the cucurbitaceae family, whereas melons and squashes are smaller groups. Read on to learn more!

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Drinks for a Crowd: Batching Cocktails in 5 Easy Steps

If you want to entertain but would like to serve something other than wine or beer, try batching some cocktails! It's not as difficult as you might think.

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5 Vibrant & Summery Salads to Try

Check out 5 of our favorite bright and colorful summer salads!

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Staff Picks: Our 10 Favorite Fourth of July Recipes

We've assembled 10 superstar dishes to build out your menu this Fourth of July, in case you were short of any inspiration!

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Stay Salty: A Brief History and 5 Kinds to Know

If you're a home cook, there's no doubt you've paid attention to salt—but usually it's about how much is the right amount.

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10 Mobile Lunches to Bring on a Hike

You don't need to settle for plain old turkey on sliced bread—the possibilities are only as limited as your imagination!

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Water and Oil: Demystifying Emulsions in the Kitchen

You might not use the term "emulsion" in your daily life very much, but you are probably eating them. In your refrigerator, there are likely two or more.

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So What Exactly is Vinegar, Anyways?

Yes, we've all put it in a salad dressing. Or maybe it's something you clean your kitchen with. But where does this versatile wonder come from?