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  I Tried 4 Famous Ways of Making Banana Pudding, and the Winner Swept Them All

  The Kitchn - Ann Taylor Pittman

  In the world of desserts, banana pudding earns the congeniality award. It’s a friendly sort of recipe — good to the cook, because it’s a fantastic …

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  The Best Egg Substitutes for Any Recipe

  The Kitchn - Julissa Roberts

  Eggs are a baking essential, a glue that holds cakes, muffins, and quick breads together. But what if you’re vegan, have an allergy or aversion, or …

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  We Tried 4 Celebrity Chefs’ Favorite Nonstick Pans and the Winner Is Darn Near Perfect

  The Kitchn - Lauren Masur

  More often than not, you probably find yourself reaching for a nonstick pan simply because things don’t stick to them. With a trusty nonstick pan, …

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  We Tried 6 Different Types of Wine Openers — And the Winner Isn’t the One You’d Think

  The Kitchn - Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm

  Opening a bottle of wine should not be a frustrating experience. But, too often, it is. Raise your hand if you’ve ever struggled for far too long to …

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  We Tried 5 Different Types of Pie Weights — And Your Pie Crust Will Never Slump Again

  The Kitchn - Riddley Gemperlein-Schirm

  Whenever I bake a pie, I get this tiny voice in my head, whispering over and over again, “No soggy bottoms.” Disregarding the fact that the voice …

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  We Tried 6 Ways of Cooking Mac & Cheese, and the Winner Swept Them All

  The Kitchn - Ann Taylor Pittman

  For many of us, mac and cheese is a go-to staple that’s guaranteed to please everyone in the family. There’s nothing wrong with boxed stuff at all, …