Claire Lower
Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG.
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Make Better Yams With This Homemade Marshmallow Fluff
This homemade marshmallow fluff is not only vegetarian-friendly, it’s surprisingly nuanced and refined.
Air-fried Croissants Make the Best Croutons
Croissants come packed with butter, so there’s no need to toss them with any extra oil.
Why You Should Never Tent Your Turkey With Foil After Cooking It
Do you want soggy skin? Because that's how you get soggy skin.
You Should Make the Tiny Frozen Fried Eggs Reddit Hates
These mini eggs from TikTok are totally silly and utterly charming.
The Easiest Smoked Turkey Recipe Is Also the Best
Smoking a turkey is a surprisingly easy Thanksgiving task, and this recipe makes it even easier.
Make a Booze-free Pan Sauce With Coca-Cola and Vinegar
I'm calling it "coke 'n vin." The French are going to love it.
Make This Easy Appetizer Board for Thanksgiving Dinner
You can enjoy Snacksgiving for the entirety of autumn (to set the mood), as a Turkey Day appetizer, or as your Thanksgiving meal.
Make Sour 'Candy' With Dried Fruit and Citric Acid
Think of it like a Sour Patch Kid birthed by Mother Nature herself.
The Real Difference Between Dressing and Stuffing
Dressing is not only safer than stuffing, it tastes better too.
Make a Vibrant Syrup Using the Liquid From a Can of Fruit
Making a syrup out of canned fruit liquid is a little different than making a simple syrup.
The Best Turkey Dry Brine Recipe Is a Simple Ratio
Dry brining your turkey leads to crisp skin and flavorful meat. Use this ratio to make Thanksgiving easier.
Turn Woody Mushroom Stems Into an Umami-packed Powder
The downy powder adds a subtle earthy flavor to whatever you sprinkle it on.
Nine Tips for Perfect Mashed Potatoes
As with any dish with few ingredients, the secret to making good mashed potatoes lies in the details.
You Can Totally Marinate Meat in Flavored Yogurt
Your meat will be tender, juicy, and well-browned, with a touch of subtle, fruity whimsy.
Fry Your Eggs in a Pile of Crumbled Feta
It adds needed texture and flavor to the white of your egg, so it’s good down to the last bite.
Turn a Box of Cake Mix and Can of Soda Into a Plush Vegan Cake
With the exception of diet soda, any carbonated beverage will do.
This Buttermilk Brine Will Turn You Into a Turkey Breast Enthusiast
This easy roasted turkey breast recipe owes its success to tangy, tenderizing buttermilk.
Waffle Your Store-Bought Croissants
Serve it with butter and jam and it's breakfast; stuff it with ham and cheese and it's lunch.
Make Better Chicken Nuggets With Thighs Instead of Breasts
Breasts can be great, but this is one instance where you have to hand it to the leg guys.
Make Hot Honey With Just Three Ingredients
Don’t let Trader Joe's fool you—hot honey is one of the easiest condiments to make at home.