Real Simple Cooking School
Consider this the ultimate resource for easy cooking and genius ways to save time in the kitchen, waste less food, and make all of your meals more delicious. We're sharing advice straight from professional chefs—how to grill the perfect steak, how to make delicious plant-based meals, and how to make crepes at home—among other tips.
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How Long to Cook a Turkey, in One Easy Chart
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How to Cook Ramen According to Pro Chefs, Plus 4 Recipes to Try
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Expert Tips for Grilling Vegetables Perfectly—Plus 7 Recipes to Try
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The Most Effective Way to Slice Crusty Bread (Professional Bakers Agree)
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How to Tell if a Pecan Pie Is Done—Plus How to Bake It Like a Pro
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How to Grill the Perfect Steak, According to a Professional Chef
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What Is a Dutch Oven—and How Do You Cook With It?
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How to Grill Corn on the Cob Perfectly—Plus Tips on How to Buy and Shuck It
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How to Take a Turkey's Temperature
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37 Mouthwatering BBQ Side Dishes for Pulled Pork, Brisket, and More
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20 Trader Joe's Shopping Mistakes You Should Avoid at All Costs
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5 Recipes That Use Time-Saving Frozen Puff Pastry
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12 Winter Soups You Can Make With 10 Ingredients or Less
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What Is Yuzu? Learn How to Cook With it, Store It, and More
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10 Ways to Use Chickpeas That Don't Involve Hummus
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13 Tips for Making Better Quiche, Straight From Professional Chefs
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9 Vegan Foods to Buy at Trader Joe's to Make Meatless Mondays Easier
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Is Mold on Food Safe to Eat? Here's When to Toss It
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How Your Grocery Store's Layout Is Costing You Money
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How Long to Thaw a Turkey on One Easy-to-Use Chart
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How to Choose Ripe Oranges and Store them Properly, According to Experts
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34 Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Recipes So You Can Enjoy the Holiday
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25 Classic Cocktail Recipes Everyone Should Know
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How to Store Wine so It Lasts as Long as Possible
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Is Aldi Cheaper Than Trader Joe's? We Compare the Cost of 25+ Products
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31 Best Sides for Ribs: What to Serve at the Next BBQ
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16 Thanksgiving Salads That You Can Make Ahead
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32 Mini Thanksgiving Desserts for Cute Individual Servings
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7 Genius Ways to Keep Your Coffee Hot for Hours
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How Long to Cook (Pretty Much) Anything on the Grill
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How to Make Hard-Boiled Eggs in an Air Fryer Like They Do on TikTok
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6 Better-for-You Cocktails That Taste Delicious
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We Found a Genius Method for Making Homemade Cinnamon Rolls in 30 Minutes
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How Long You Can Store (Almost) Anything in the Fridge and Freezer
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7 Mistakes You're Making When Storing Wine and Spirits
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14 Genius Ways You Can Use Your Instant Pot for Meal Prep
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6 Types of Grills to Consider for Your Next Barbecue
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9 Genius Tips From a Professional Baker to Build the Perfect Gingerbread House
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Here's Exactly What You Should Know Before You Use Your New Air Fryer
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22 Grilled Food Ideas That Will Surprise and Delight You
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How to Clean a Grill With Household Items
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Here's the Best Way to Store Food in the Freezer
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30+ Healthy Thanksgiving Sides to Serve This Year
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11 Cranberry Recipes to Make This Thanksgiving
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The Go-to Guide for Grilling Fruit to Perfection
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9 Plant-Based Foods You Should Be Eating More Of
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The Best Cool-Season Vegetables You Can Enjoy All Winter Long
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How to Carve a Turkey
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How You Arrange Your Oven Racks Can Make You a Better Cook
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What Is Convection Cooking, and When Should You Use It Over Regular Roasting or Baking?
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How to Tell if a Turkey Is Done Without a Thermometer
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Canned Pumpkin vs. Canned Pumpkin Pie Mix: What's the Difference?
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37 Easy Cocktail Recipes, Each With 5 Ingredients or Less
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Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe—Plus Other Substitutes and Uses
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7 Online Culinary Classes to Help You Improve Your Home Cooking Skills
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The Best Types of Apples for Making Apple Pie, Plus Our Recipes