16 Cooking Questions You're Always Googling, Answered
Learning how to cook doesn't come without its fair share of failures. And if you're one of those people who still googles "how to tell when chicken is done" no matter how many times you've cooked it, you're not alone! We've rounded up a handful of some of the most common cooking questions — plus their answers and recipes — so that you can remember the answer the next time you come across a dilemma in the kitchen.
1How to Tell If Chicken Is Done
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsIt's tough to tell when chicken is fully cooked just by looking at it, because the center could still be a little bit pink. Chicken is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, or when the juices run clear, so it's helpful to have a cooking thermometer stashed in your kitchen. Get the recipe:lemon pepper baked chicken breast 1 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsScrambling eggs is one of the most basic cooking techniques, but it's also one of the trickiest. If you're tired of rubbery, overcooked, and underseasoned scrambled eggs, there are a few changes you can make to end up with soft, fluffy, and flavorful eggs every time. It's all in the temperature of the pan and the way you stir the eggs. Get the recipe:perfectly scrambled eggs 2 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsThe best way to ensure juicy steak with a crusty exterior is to follow the reverse-sear method: bake it in the oven until it's cooked through, and then finish it on the stovetop by searing all sides in vegetable oil. Get the recipe:pan-seared steak 3 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsYou'll stop buying boxed pancakes for good once you master this incredibly easy recipe.Get the recipe:buttermilk pancakes 4 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsChocolate chip cookies don't require anything more than flour, butter, sugar, egg, and a few other pantry ingredients, but it's always helpful to check the recipe for exact measurements and baking times. Get the recipe:easy chocolate chip cookies 5 / 16
Image Source: Top With CinnamonYou know you've googled this before, and there's no shame — frying an egg takes practice! To avoid a cooked yolk and undercooked whites (or worse, breaking the yolk after attempting to flip the egg), follow this foolproof method that calls for separating the yolk from the egg before cooking. Get the recipe:fried egg 6 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsHint: you need a lot more salt than you might think. A common comparison is that your boiling water should "taste like the sea" before adding pasta, which means about one tablespoon per quart of water. This step is crucial to flavoring the pasta and the starchy pasta water for sauce. Get the tip:salt-to-water ratio for pasta 7 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Erin CullumCooking pasta al dente is key to making sure there's texture in every bite and you don't serve up a plate of mushy pasta that breaks apart when you toss it. Get the recipe:parmesan garlic spaghetti 8 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsThere's no shame in turning to your favorite boxed cake mix from time to time, but it's worth trying out a completely from-scratch cake when you have the time. Get the recipe:homemade chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream 9 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Jae PayneWhy is it that despite how many times you've made hard-boiled eggs, you find yourself looking up how to do it every time? Get the recipe:hard-boiled eggs 10 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Erin CullumYou bought a spiralizer — now what? Before you get started on your list of zoodle recipes, you'll want to know how to cook them. Get the tip:how to cook zucchini noodles 11 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsFew cooking struggles are more annoying than buying a bundle of fresh herbs only to see them wilted a couple days later. Instead of simply putting them in the refrigerator, there's a better way to store them to prolong their life: keeping them in water.Get the tip:how to store herbs in water 12 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sara YooIt really is possible to make a fast, easy, and no-knead bread recipe, thanks to this popular and foolproof recipe from chef Mark Bittman. Get the recipe:Mark Bittman's no-knead bread recipe 13 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Nicole PerryThere are plenty of tips for poaching eggs that will save you from a broken egg running all over the place in the pot. Get the recipe:spicy garlic kale with poached eggs 14 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Camilla SalemHomemade pizza dough can seem intimidating, but it's actually one of the easiest things you'll ever make, and it's infinitely better than the prepackaged kind. Get the recipe:pizza dough recipe 15 / 16
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsYou'll thank yourself for discovering this easy (hint: slow-cooker) chili recipe for those nights when all you want is a bowl of warm comfort food. Get the recipe:slow-cooker chili 16 / 16
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