This popular brand is both reliable and nostalgic. Of course, I had to make them myself and see what all the hype was about. Let me tell you, I was surprised. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock That cookie doughslayed, excuse my Gen-Z lingo. But was it the best cookie dough out there? In search of my answer, I asked five baking experts to name their favorite brand of cookie dough....

I lean on this foolproof method at least twice a week. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Roasted potatoes are a side dish I lean on at least twice a week. Once the oven is preheated, I slide the potatoes in and roast them undisturbed for about 30 minutes. Simply Recipes / Getty Images There are many ways to make roasted potatoes, but Ive found this to be the best and simplest....

The same could be said for roasting a chicken. Heres why I think its her temperature of choice and why its the right temperature for roasting chicken. The Ina Garten Method I have madeIna Gartens roast chicken recipemany times. Simply Recipes / Getty Images In fact, it was one of the first recipes I made for my husband when we were dating. Around the one-hour mark, Icheck the temperature of the thigh....

Its above freezing but below the point of spoilage. Simply Recipes / Getty Images I gauge the refrigerator temperature by how the milk tastes. It should never be warm (gross), and it should certainly not have ice crystals. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Obviously, there are much better ways to monitor your fridge temperature. Keeping the refrigerator at the proper temperature is essential for both food safety and quality. Additionally, it helps maintain freshness, texture, and flavor, preventing spoilage and waste....

It results in crispy edges and a crisp-tender interior. Its not a random number Ive chosen out of the blue, either. I discovered it after reviewing a multitude of roasted broccoli recipes and from my own testing. Simply Recipes / Getty Images What I found is that425F is the sweet spot when it comes to roasting broccoli. Heres why and how to do it. What Does It Mean To Roast? Simply Recipes / Getty Images...

Banish the funk and the germs with these easy and inexpensive methods. Simply Recipes / Getty Images What kind of things do you grind up in your garbage disposal? Whether itsvegetable scraps, banana peels, or dinner leftovers, little bits of food always seem to linger. Simply Recipes / Getty Images The disposal can teem withsalmonella,E. coli, and other harmful bacteria. Its no wonder mygarbage disposal sometimes smellslike something crawled into it and died!...

Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock Its finally fall, which means its apple season. So, thats just what I did. The Honeycrisp is the crunchiest variety that’s commonly available in supermarkets, says Morgenthau. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock Its texture comes from its unusually large cells, which burst with juice with every bite. The variety also, as the four experts attest, deserves to be renowned for its crisp flesh. Shales agrees, exclaiming, Its just been hard to beat since its creation!...

You’ll want to make this for your favorite people. There are BJs locations nationwide, and the closest one to me in Stockton was on Pacific Avenue. Without fail, we would get the signature Pizookie, usually the chocolate chip flavor with vanilla ice cream. Simply Recipes / Photo by Andrew Bui / Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne Baked ube crinkle dough makes for an ideal skillet cookie with its chewy center and crisp edges....

Here’s how to cook it, according to the people who make it. My kids prefer angel hair, while I gravitate towards sauce-clingers like mafalde or soups favorite noodle, ditalini. Despite a surge in newer shapes over the past few years, the classics are holding strong. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Fettucini and lasagna round out the top five. Spaghetti is the little black dress of ingredients. Barilla attributes spaghettis popularity to its versatility and ease of preparation....

Its a classic for a reason. But in the Midwest, this comforting classic isnt relegated to a single holiday. French’s Fried Onions are sacrosanct! Simply Recipes / Getty Images But there is no shame in using canned cream of soup if that makes your holiday prep easier! I think the real reason that green bean casserole is so popular is the French fried onion topping. Simply Recipes / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Hannah Greenwood

Melty potatoes enveloped in cream and cheese. What’s not to love? Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm What comes to mind when you hear the word casserole? Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm Its a dependable crowd-pleaser that comes together with simple ingredients. And it’s super comforting, which is another hallmark of Southern cooking," explains Cericola. What could possibly go wrong? Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas The characteristics of all great things!...

It might surprise you. They all satisfy my sweet tooth. The southern sweet takes a much simpler approach. Simply Recipes / Molly Allen It can be made ahead and serves a crowd, so theres no wonder its so popular. Its so simple: Combine instant vanilla pudding with peanut butter, milk, and whipped topping. Next, layer graham crackers and peanut butter pudding in a large baking dish. Simply Recipes / Molly Allen...

And as someone who grew up in the South, I am not surprised. Salty country ham,deviled eggs, andbiscuitsall played a prominent role in my childhood. Inspired to make your own potato soup? Simply Recipes / Getty Images Here are a few of Simply Recipes' favorite recipes: Simply Recipes / Getty Images