Crisco is a cooking and baking staple, but if you don't have any on hand, there are plenty of other ingredients that can ...

For Aaron Hutcherson, it was pasta. Emily Heil struggled with whole fish. And I was petrified of making pie crust. Each of us eventually worked through the obstacles to come out victorious.

Beneath California's Sierra Nevada mountains, the crust is peeling away. This process, called lithospheric foundering, is nothing to worry about. In fact, it may be how the continents first formed.

The obvious reason for preparing the pan is to ensure a clean release and flawless appearance, but it also contributes to the cake's crumb, texture, and crust. Pan prep methods vary with the type ...