If you’re dealing with stubborn residue, experts recommend a simple pantry solution. Recipe photo: Jen Causey. Cooking can be full of surprises, and some are more welcome than others. Photo:Recipe photo: Jen Causey. EatingWell design. It happens to the best of us. But before you reach for the sponge, take a deep breath. French cast-iron company Staub has a clever cleaning tip that makes rescuing your cookware almost effortless. The solution is probably already in your pantry....

One sip brings me back to my childhood. It was something I always looked forward to. Until I turned 7 and started dieting for the next 20-some years. Photo: EatingWell I was the heaviest and right on the very end. But that event made me hyper-aware of how I looked, maybe for the first time ever. Around the same time, my parents had started becoming more health-conscious and signed us up for a gym....

This simple method for making baked potatoes in the oven turns out fluffy, tender spuds every time. Top with cheese, sour cream, chili or whatever else your heart desires. Dont want to turn on the oven? Photo:Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco Note that, for each method, times are an approximation. Why bother poking holes in your potato? Better safe than sorry! Casey Barber How to Make Baked Potatoes in the Oven Preheat the oven to 425F....

Remove skin from thigh and drumstick. Cut around both sides of thigh bone to separate meat from bone. Slice thigh meat thinly. Remove the skin from the breast using a fork. Slice down one side of the breastbone until your knife meets resistance near the base of the turkey. Cut horizontally into the turkey near the base and remove the entire lobe of breast meat. Repeat on the other side of the breastbone....

Meet your healthy eating goals while saving money with these tips. However, sometimes, it can be easier said than done. Fresh fruits and vegetables are great, but they can get expensive. Getty Images Here are some of my favorite tips on how to choose the healthiest ones. We recommend keeping side dishes like vegetables to360 milligrams of sodiumor less per serving as a general guide. Always check the label if you’re unsure of the nutrition in what you’re choosing....

From baking to biting into, different varieties of apples have different strengths. Here’s your go-to guide to choosing the perfect one every time. How do you like those apples? How many types of apples are there? We don’t know, and it probably depends on whom you ask. What wedoknow is how to make an apple crisp, pie, sauce or salad. Not all apples are this way, but when you find one, there are few better treats....

You know how to make coffee. Do you know how to clean your coffee maker? This vinegar-and-water method is nontoxic and easy. Getty Images / Blade_kostas You know how to make coffee. You could do it in your sleep (in fact, some days, you probably do). But do you know how to clean a coffee maker? Although there are a few methods, the best way to clean a coffee maker is also the simplest....

Here’s how to clean your humidifier to keep the air in your home free from bacteria and mold. Your humidifier can be helpful for keeping your home moist and cozy during cooler winter months. However, a dirty humidifier can aerosolize bacteria or mold and then mist it into the air you breathe. Photo: Getty Images / Axel Bueckert / Roman Kulinskiy What Makes a Humidifier Dirty? A humidifier can get dirty quickly, especially if you fill your humidifier with tap water....

When it comes to purchased cleaners, I’m a huge fan of Bar Keepers Friend. They act like microscrubbers, lifting and removing dirt, and are especially helpful in tight corners. Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. volgariver / Getty Images If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. Brie Goldman

These three, expert-approved methods will help your sink sparkle. Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, you’ve probably been deep cleaning all the surfaces of your home. But if you’re notcleaning your kitchen sink every day, you could be spreading unwanted germs and bacteria. Photo: Getty / Bill Oxford Read on for our tips for how to properly clean your kitchen sink using three different methods. Disinfect First Aerin Jacob, president ofPhoenix Janitorial, uses the following method, focused on disinfectant....

If you want more fiber, nutrients and antioxidants in your dieteat more vegetables! If you want more fiber, nutrients and antioxidants in your diet-eat more vegetables! For the following cooking tips, start with one pound of untrimmed raw vegetables. Photo: Caitlin Bensel Artichokes Look for:Tight, small heads without browning or bruising. Prep:Snip off tough outer leaves; cut off top quarter and trim off woody stem. Bring to a simmer; cover, reduce heat and cook until tender, about 15 minutes....

Asparagus season is fleeting, with April as the peak time to get it on the table. Look for bright green or violet-tinged spears with compact tips, firm stems and bottoms that aren’t woody. A ripe stalk of asparagus will actually squeak when squeezed. Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas The vegetable will naturally bend at the spot that needs to be removed. How to Store Asparagus 1....

Use this simple ratio and method to make perfect brown rice every time. Plus, they are high in fiber, which is important for a heart-healthy diet. Like other whole grains, brown rice has been minimally processed. Just use a regular saucepan. Over high heat, combine rice and water and bring to a boil. Let stand 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. This basic recipe will make 3 cups of rice cooked perfectly....