Kitchen Guide

Fresh, uncooked turkey is safe in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days when stored at 40°F (4°C).

A standard piece of watermelon (a wedge or slice) contains about 86 calories, while a thinner slice or smaller serving may have around 38 calories.

Yes, it is generally safe to eat canned soup past its best-by date as long as the can is undamaged — no dents, rust, bulging.

Cook rice sticks by soaking them in hot tap water until pliable but firm, typically 3–5 minutes for thin vermicelli or 25–45 minutes for thick flat.

Yes, research suggests garlic and its bioactive compounds, like allicin, may help reduce systemic inflammation in the body.

Grilling BBQ chicken takes 15 to 40 minutes depending on the cut — boneless breasts need about 10 to 12 minutes total.

Tempering eggs slowly raises their temperature by gradually adding hot liquid while whisking, which prevents the proteins from scrambling when combined with a hot base.

Smoking a 10-pound turkey typically takes 5 to 6½ hours at 225°F to 250°F, or about 30–40 minutes per pound, though internal temperature is the only reliable doneness test.

Plain dried oatmeal is safe to eat well past its best-by date if stored properly, but flavor and texture will degrade after about 1 to 2 years.

To make beef stew, brown beef cubes in a Dutch oven, add broth and aromatics, then simmer for 2 to 4 hours until the meat is tender.