The pure vanilla extract brand thats worth the splurge. Simply Recipes / Eliezer Martinez Most sweet baked goods call for vanilla extract. In somevery vanilla-focused treats, its the star of the show. Simply Recipes / Eliezer Martinez Ask any baker; they will always tell you that pure vanilla extract is the best. Its more expensive than imitation vanilla, of course, but its worth the extra cost for its flavor. I asked professional bakers, pastry chefs, recipe developers, and cookbook authors to name their go-to....

This margarita mix is causing a buzz, even for the best bartenders out there. They tend to be cloying, offering anything but the refreshing and bright taste Im after in a margarita. For this reason, I disavowed margarita mixes entirely years ago. Simply Recipes / Getty Images With summer here, theres nothing like a fresh margarita. Most bartenders I spoke with told me I hadnt found a satisfactory margarita mix because one doesnt exist....

Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock The holidays are just around the corner! Its the best time of year because it traditionally demands much cooking and family timetwo of my favorites. Somehow, its just fallen into others hands. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock But this year, Im dead set on making it myself. As I was delighted to discover, they all said the same thing! All the other chefs agree! It turns out making the sauce is pretty straightforward....

Experts reveal the secret to a perfect fried egg. because theyre harder to screw up than a fried egg. Heres a hint: frying an egg is all in the name. Simply Recipes / Getty Images You need a lot of fat to cook with. Seven chefs told me why. Its all in the name when it comes to a fried egg. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Heat a good amount of your fat over medium-low....

The result is a gooey, melty, delicious sandwich. Ive made this undeniably delicious staple in endless ways. All summer, for instance, I whipped up grilled cheese with a secret ingredient:yellow nectarines. Simply Recipes / Getty Images To my surprise, all the food experts I spoke with shared the same steps. They prefer the creamy flavor butters high milk fats bring. However, butter has one drawback: It burns quickly, and no one wants a charred grilled cheese!...

Their favorite method isnt complicated at all. Its a quick and delicious side but also can be added to agrain bowlor salad, she added. For a lower-temperature preparation, baked sweet potato wedges are a go-to for Narron. Simply Recipes / Eliezer Martinez I love these because they are savory, not sweet. They have a bit of heat from red chili flakes that make this dish a must-try, she said. Some farmers like to utilize baked sweet potatoes as part of a more intricate dish....

Simply Recipes / Lori Rice Fudgy browniesare in a league of their own. Ive wondered if there was a secret to making them irresistibly fudgy every time. Each baker has their perfect brownie recipe, so their methods and ingredients differ somewhat. Simply Recipes / Lori Rice But their overall strategy is the same, and it always leads to delectably fudgy brownies. Indeed, as I sifted through everyone’s responses to my question, a clear pattern emerged....

This is the only butter you’ll need for all your baking. I cannot live without butter. My favorite butter depends on the situation. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Which brand is worthy of taking up freezer, fridge, and counter space for all your baking needs? Every baker I asked gave me the same answer, and its one of my favorites, too! Becky says, At home for baking, I use Kerrygold Unsalted....

Its been around since 1790 (yes, you read that right). Its so tough to decide between the options when baking already has so many variables. Unlike fruits or vegetables, you could’t justify your decision by taste-testing it before committing. Simply Recipes / Getty Images To settle the battle of the flours once and for all, I decided to turn to the experts. Their combined experience and knowledge are unparalleled, making them the perfect panel to determine the best flour....

Buying them firm and letting them ripen is the best strategy. Neither was a good option. This feels like a universal problem. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Avocados are seemingly either bruised and mushy or woefully underripe, but finding the perfect avocado is possible! You just have to know how and where to look. Inspect the avocado for any blemishes before placing it in your cart, too. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock...

Is the future of meal planning as easy as asking A.I.? Sometimes 5 p.m. rolls around and neither of our brains has an answer. And I know I’m not alone in thisit’s a timeless and universal conundrum for all humans. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas So I wondered, couldChatGPTthe A.I. Maybe its just the phone-a-friend I need. I asked ChatGPT, What should we make for dinner tonight? Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe...

you might easily find it at most grocery stores. ), I have yet to find a plant-based milk option that I truly enjoy. The product is only made with three simple ingredients: water, organic almonds, and sea salt. Simply Recipes / Getty Images This one is certainly for someone looking for an almond milk product that packs all of the punch. The organic option in particular does not contain additional ingredients like gums and additives....

Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock For parents, back-to-school often means back to packing school lunches. I am no exception. My two kids rotate through a handful of lunch favorites, including turkey and cheese sandwiches. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock For years, Ive been packing these sandwiches on store-bought bread. Recently, I wondered if I was really getting the best loaf for the job. Many parents mentioned that they, too, feel good about the ingredients in Daves Killer Bread....