Stella Totino

Santa Monica

Writer at Freelance

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The Best Way to Cut Corn Off the Cob, According to 4 Chefs

3 days ago | simplyrecipes.com | Stella Totino

Simply Recipes / Sara Haas When corn has arrived, it means summer has, too. I know we have access to the cobs year-round these days, but there’s truly nothing like peak-season corn—it's so fresh, so sweet, and so deliciously sunny. While there are a bunch of ways to prepare and eat corn, I favor the kernels off the cob. Eating corn on the cob, while joyful, leaves so many strands stuck between my teeth that I always find it’s a bit of an annoyance.
The Best Way to Cut Corn Off the Cob, According to 4 Chefs

3 days ago | yahoo.com | Stella Totino

When corn has arrived, it means summer has, too. I know we have access to the cobs year-round these days, but there’s truly nothing like peak-season corn—it's so fresh, so sweet, and so deliciously sunny. While there are a bunch of ways to prepare and eat corn, I favor the kernels off the cob. Eating corn on the cob, while joyful, leaves so many strands stuck between my teeth that I always find it’s a bit of an annoyance.
I Tried Green Chef for a Month — Here’s My Honest Review As a Chef

3 days ago | foodandwine.com | Stella Totino

Credit: Food & Wine There are few things that I both love and hate as much as making dinner. I can find the task glorious on days I’m inspired by a recipe or some fresh, seasonal produce I’ve just acquired. Plus, as a former restaurant chef, I often find myself missing professional kitchens, and it’s nice to re-immerse myself in culinary adventures from the comfort of my own home.
The Only Way You Should Store Hot Sauce, According to Tabasco

5 days ago | simplyrecipes.com | Stella Totino

Key Takeaways• Tabasco recommends storing their hot sauce in a cool, dry, dark place like the pantry, but the fridge is OK too—it's personal preference. • The salt and vinegar in Tabasco act as natural preservatives and make the sauce last three to five years. I think there are very few dishes that are not improved by the addition of hot sauce. Whether it be fried eggs, hot chicken, tacos, or Bloody Mary’s, I’m breaking out a bottle of hot sauce to add a zing of acidic spice and balance my meals.
The Only Way You Should Store Hot Sauce, According to Tabasco

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Stella Totino

Key Takeaways• Tabasco recommends storing their hot sauce in a cool, dry, dark place like the pantry, but the fridge is OK too—it's personal preference. • The salt and vinegar in Tabasco act as natural preservatives and make the sauce last three to five years. I think there are very few dishes that are not improved by the addition of hot sauce. Whether it be fried eggs, hot chicken, tacos, or Bloody Mary’s, I’m breaking out a bottle of hot sauce to add a zing of acidic spice and balance my meals.
The Best Stain Remover For Kitchen Linens, According to a Cleaning Expert

1 week ago | simplyrecipes.com | Stella Totino

Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock If you’re anything like me, you’re more than a little messy in the kitchen. In fact, back when I used to work in professional kitchens, I can distinctly remember sneakily switching out my apron mid-shift as the one I had been wearing was already stained after just three hours at my station. In my home kitchen, I worry less about spilled sauces or splashes of jus coating my apron, clothes, and kitchen towels because, well, I’m in the comfort of my own home.
I Asked 3 Experts How To Make the Best Pasta Salad-I'm Using This Easy Tip From Now On

1 week ago | simplyrecipes.com | Stella Totino

Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock A good pasta salad is hard to come by. So many are dry, cold, crumbly, or coagulated. In fact, I didn’t think I liked pasta salad all that much until I tasted one at a family gathering that was perfectly moist, with a beautiful balance of sweetness from tomatoes and bell peppers, saltiness from olives, and savory elements brought in by cheese and dressing. That said, I repeatedly fail to achieve a winning pasta salad at home, regardless of which recipe I try.
I Asked 3 Experts How To Make the Best Pasta Salad-I'm Using This Easy Tip From Now On

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Stella Totino

A good pasta salad is hard to come by. So many are dry, cold, crumbly, or coagulated. In fact, I didn’t think I liked pasta salad all that much until I tasted one at a family gathering that was perfectly moist, with a beautiful balance of sweetness from tomatoes and bell peppers, saltiness from olives, and savory elements brought in by cheese and dressing. That said, I repeatedly fail to achieve a winning pasta salad at home, regardless of which recipe I try.
The Best Bacon for a BLT, According to Experts

1 week ago | simplyrecipes.com | Stella Totino

Simply Recipes / Getty Images According to social media, it seems there are an endless number of new sandwiches to make. From melty grilled versions to deli-style delights to tiny tea time bites, the world of sandwiches can be overwhelming. How do you decide which delicious creation to try next? In my house, we experiment with sandwiches a lot. We follow TikTok, lean on tips our friends share, stay in tune with celebrity favorites—you name it.
How To Make a Stinky Dishwasher Smell Fresh, According to Whirlpool

1 week ago | simplyrecipes.com | Stella Totino

Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock I’m a little embarrassed to admit this, but I hope I’m not alone: Sometimes, my dishwasher stinks. I wish I could claim it smelled and felt sparkling clean 24/7, but that’d be a lie. Recently, I got fed up—even though the odor comes and goes, it’s honestly just gross. So, I reached out to appliance brand Whirlpool to see if the pros had any advice on this smelly subject.