The Best Easy Ways to Thicken Spaghetti Sauce
If there is one thing that really gave me the ick as a child, it was watery spaghetti sauce. There was something about it that just looked (and tasted!) so wrong. And that’s not to say I really wanted a chunky tomato sauce, but thin and watery? No way. Get out of here with that. […]
Cups of Mozzarella Cheese: Understanding Quantity in a Pound
A lot of people who read our recipes come to us with asking “How many cups of mozzarella cheese are in one pound?” So we decided to settle this with a simple experiment.
How To Thicken Spaghetti Sauce: Tips & Simple Fixes
Well, we’ve all been there. It’s time for dinner, but instead of a rich, hearty sauce, you’ve basically made tomato water. If you’ve ever stood over the stove wondering how to thicken up spaghetti sauce without ruining the flavor, this guide is for you. This usually happens when too much pasta water sneaks into the […]
Food Safety: How Long Does Pasta Sauce Last?
As a home cook with a passion for making delicious, healthy meals, I get asked this question all the time: how long can spaghetti sauce sit out? It sounds simple, but there’s more to it than you might think. If you’ve ever wondered how long does homemade pasta sauce last, you’re not alone. Food science […]
How To Bake Lasagna at 400 Degrees (The Secrets to Great Lasagna!)
How long should you bake a lasagna in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit? The short answer is that how long to bake lasagna depends on whether it’s fresh or frozen. In most cases, it will cook for 35–45 minutes at 400 degrees if it’s not frozen, and 65–75 minutes if it is. That said, […]