With this controversial dishwasher hack, you’re throwing money down the drain. As always, the internet has an abundance of advice to offer. So instead of using the dedicated dispenser, the pod should be thrown into the bottom of the dishwasher. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Adobe Stock One appliance expert even suggested putting the pod in the silverware caddy. So I set out to settle it by reaching out to the experts....

Youve heard of smashed potatoes, but have you had batatas a murro? Simply Recipes / Laurel Randolph I remember the first time I ever encountered asmashed potato. From that moment on, the technique has stayed securely in my repertoire as an easy side. Simply Recipes / Laurel Randolph Every time Ive made them, theyve been a little bit different. Or maybe Illroast the potatoesfirst instead of boiling them to save time and dishes....

Its one of my favorite, most versatile freezer hacks. Lets just say that I didnt grow up with a Nonna who taught me the art of pasta making. Pasta contains a lot of starch. Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe Adding a few cubes of frozen pasta water cools it quickly without watering it down. The end result is super creamy, without any of those not-so-tasty powdered cheese clumps. Place leftover cold pasta in a small skillet with one or two pasta water cubes....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. It’s one of my most used kitchen tools. This was exactly how I came to love my giant measuring cup. Simply Recipes / Amazon When done, the pour spout and handle make it easy to transfer the stock to storage containers. Again, the pour spout and the handle make it easy to scrape the batter into the loaf tins. From there, I kept finding more and more ways to put this big ol measuring cup to work....

This interview has been edited for length and clarity. I like to extend that feeling. The soup with some bread and maybe a salad and some ice cream is so easy and delicious. Simply Recipes / Natalie Chitwood / Andrew Bui Kids love it; everyone loves it. That’s something I can put out while I figure out what to make. I make theChickpeas and Spinach Ricefrequently. Simply Recipes / Photo by Andrew Bui / Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne...

Its budget-friendly, packed with veggies, and ready in under half an hour. Simply Recipes / Ali Redmond I’m a private chef and often come home too tired to cook. This one-pot spaghetti with kale is one of those meals and one that my husband loves, too. Simply Recipes / Ali Redmond Affordable Ingredients One aspect of this recipe that I love is how budget-friendly it is. Put a lid on the pan and place it over high heat....

My kids love them, too. These garlic noodles have a lot of flavor but arent intimidating for young eaters. Theyre tasty on their own for lunch or with somegrilled proteinsin the mix. Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu The world is your noodle when it comes to this dish. Just stick to using about 10 ounces of noodles per batch of sauce. The sauce is super fast to prepare, making it perfect for lunch or a fast weeknight dinner....

I rarely went for the turkey simply because there were too many other good things on the table. However, I always left room for my moms crunchy ramen salad. The Magic of Ramen Salad My mom makes her ramen salad for every family gathering. Simply Recipes / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Hannah Greenwood Roughly crush the ramen noodles with your hands and add them to the skillet....

What the experts say about eating the wax coating. Plus, tips for how to avoid it. I mostly get cucumbers from my local grocery store and Ive noticed that they always look and feel waxy. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Why is the skin covered with wax? Is the wax safe to eat? I recently asked two food scientists to weigh in. Elise Bauer Why Are Cucumbers Waxy? So its common for processors to add a layer of wax to cucumbers....

A bit of beer and Baileys make this cake extra decadent. Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm For my entire childhood, I thought I was more than 50% Irish. My father claimed to have roots in Ireland as well, but the details were a little fuzzy. Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm No matter my actual heritage, I identify as a very fond connoisseur of Irish-style stout. ), and its an ingredient I always have on hand for cooking....

I’m going to make this on repeat. My family loves it for snackingfor grown-up cocktail gatherings and dinner parties with kids alike. I use any kind of cereal and my favorite mix-ins. Simply Recipes / Meghan Splawn There are so many variations. My party mix-loving family raved so much about it! It also differs from Chexs original snack mix recipe in a few key ways. Simply Recipes / Meghan Splawn...

It’s a 150-year-old family recipe. Simply Recipes / Meghan Splawn I will forever be fascinated by minimal-ingredient cookies that actually taste delicious. I’ve baked Joy the Baker’s famous4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookiesdozens of times. Simply Recipes / Meghan Splawn These3-Ingredient Brownie Cookiesare a staple in my housewe bake it at least once a month. You mix the cookie dough by hand and then chill the dough for 20 minutes while the oven preheats....

Its not Christmas without them. My brother and I becameobsessedwith them. Those same qualities are exactly what I wanted these brownies to be. Simply Recipes / Photo by Julia Gartland / Food Styling by Samantha Seneviratne This recipe leans on the convenience of boxed brownie mix (use your favorite fudgy style mix!) However, any brand will work the same. Just avoid using a brownie mix that has chocolate chips, as they become hard when chilled....