Instead of memorizing recipes, professional cooking often relies on simple ratios. From mayonnaise and dressings to sauces ...

Baking is often described as a science, and for good reason. Unlike cooking, where you can freely adjust ingredients to taste, baking requires precision. Too much flour and your cake turns out dry; ...

There's a reason the classic margarita is the best-selling cocktail, according to data from NielsenIQ -- it's because it's the best cocktail. Did you think it was anything more complicated than that?

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. Whether it’s squash, watermelon rind, or plain ...