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Are you holding a can of fish you received as a gift and wondering what to do with canned fish? Canned fish is popping up all over social media right now - it's having a moment! With newer US companies like Patagonia Provisions and Fishwife joining the ranks with the older European brands like Matiz …

If you're wondering what the best red wine vinegar substitute is, we have nine great substitute ideas! Red wine vinegar is usually easy to find at the grocery store, but you may need a good substitute if it's not a common pantry staple for you or if you're all out. We're going to give you …

Do you need a good tamari substitute? We have seven great tamari substitutes and we'll explain how to use them.   Tamari is a soy sauce that does not contain gluten. Regular soy sauce uses wheat and soybeans, so tamari is a great soy sauce alternative for those following a gluten-free diet.  You can generally …

If you need a roasted spaghetti squash, but the thought of cutting a whole spaghetti squash prior to cooking sounds like torture, you'll love this recipe that will show you how to roast a spaghetti squash whole.  Cooking spaghetti squash whole is the easiest way to cook it. And the best way to save yourself …

Let's tackle a sticky kitchen conundrum - how to tell if cantaloupe has gone bad! Cantaloupe, also called rockmelon and sweet melon, is a large roundish fruit with a thick rind and juicy interior. A ripe cantaloupe has a fantastic flavor and is a treat to eat, but once melons start rotting the flavor quickly …

Here's how to easily make toast in the oven - it's effortless and a great way to make toast for a crowd. It takes less time than doing multiple slices in a toaster and is largely hands-off. If you are making several sandwiches with toasted bread or making a big breakfast for several people, making …

Mini watermelons are the best! They have the same delicious flavor as larger watermelons but are easier to cut and transport. Here's how to choose the best mini watermelon to make sure it's extra juicy and flavorful! Because we can't usually cut into a melon to check its ripeness, we have to have several ways …

Here's how to easily tell if bell peppers have gone bad! Bell peppers can last for a week or two in the refrigerator but it's important to know the tell-tale signs that fresh peppers are about to go bad or should be discarded. Bell peppers are a versatile vegetable - they are great in stir-fry …

Pomegranates are a beautiful and delicious fruit with jewel-like seeds, called arils. A whole pomegranate can keep for up to two weeks, but they can rot so it's important to know what a rotten vs fresh pomegranate looks like. Pomegranate is one of my absolute favorite fruits - and is featured in some of the …

Here's how to easily tell if celery has gone bad! Celery can last for a surprisingly long time in the refrigerator and you can even revive celery that has gone a little soft, but older, rotting celery has some tell-tale signs. Celery is a great veggie to have on hand. It's usually inexpensive and while …