Nothing beats a warm, freshly-baked bagel! Toasters are also relatively easy to use. While it's simple to sense and avoid sticking a knife in the toaster or getting it wet, can a toaster explode? Here's what I found out: No, even if...

I purchased an air fryer, and I wasn't sure what it was, how it operated, or why I would want one at first. So that piqued my interest in the benefits of using an air fryer. Here's what I discovered from...

French fries have traditionally been served as an appetizer or snack with burgers and a variety of other entrees. However, many people believe that baking frozen fries are healthier. However, an idea suddenly occurred to me: are frozen French fries...

Over the years, instant coffee has earned a poor rap. Most of us had a grandmother who kept a massive tin of instant coffee on their kitchen counter. However, there are many more coffee snobs today than there were decades...

Barbecuing is popular where I live! When you go to the store to buy charcoal, though, you have several options. So, despite my preferences, I was curious about the distinctions between wood and charcoal. So, I decided to put the debate...

I've had a food processor for a long time, and we use it frequently. But because it was a gift, I didn't have to pay for it. This begs the question, "Are food processors worth it?" if we do have...

How often should you change the oil in a deep fryer? This is a subject that customers and employees alike frequently ask. What I discovered is as follows: For non-breaded veggies, deep fryer oil should be changed after 6-8 uses, and for...

I've occasionally noticed little white specks floating in my coffee while brewing it. While I can simply remove it with a spoon, it made me question how and why there is the white stuff in my coffee. So I did some...

Cupcakes and muffins are both tasty and come in a range of flavors. You can flavor these desserts with whatever flavors you choose and surprise your visitors with a delectable treat. But are muffins and cupcakes the same thing, or...

A pot that is constantly watched never boils, and a pot left alone, on the other hand, appears to boil over as soon as you turn your back. So, if you've ever wondered how to keep soup (or any other...