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5 Common Baking Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them), According to a Cake Baking Legend

If you’ve ever pulled a dense cake, cracked cheesecake, or sunken muffins from the oven and wondered what went wrong, you’ve likely made one of the most common baking mistakes. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, even minor missteps can lead to major cake fails. To get to the bottom of it, we…

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LeRoy and Lewis BBQ: New School Barbecue, Old School Service—and a Michelin Star

When we heard that LeRoy and Lewis was one of only four BBQ spots in Texas to earn a Michelin Star in 2024, which happens to be the FIRST time the BBQ category received a Michelin Star -we knew we had to make the trip! Their motto? “New School BBQ, Old School Service.” And it’s…

Easy Angel Food Cake Recipe: Light, Fluffy, and Foolproof

Easy Angel Food Cake Recipe: Light, Fluffy, and Foolproof

Looking for the best angel food cake recipe that delivers on texture, flavor, and simplicity? This light, airy dessert is easier to master than you might think. Made with no butter, this easy angel food cake recipe rises tall and fluffy—all with just a handful of ingredients and one secret tool: a digital thermometer. What…

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Smoked Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage: A Texas BBQ Recipe from Chuds BBQ

As soon as our plane touched down in Austin, Texas, we made a beeline for Chuds BBQ, home of pitmaster and YouTube BBQ star Bradley Robinson. It was 92°F with 87% humidity—sweat beading, smoke hanging thick in the air—and the perfect day to dive into the deeply savory world of handmade Texas sausage. This was…