Some things should always be made from scratch—we’re looking at you, vinaigrette. But also, there is no shame in taking a shortcut in the kitchen now and then. Cake mix is one such thing, and we’re ...

Swap the oil for brown butter to instantly add rich, nutty, caramel-like flavor. Let the brown butter cool slightly before mixing to avoid scrambling the batter. This simple 5-minute step makes boxed ...

Southern bakers have always been crafty with the ingredients they have on hand and the time they have to use them. Even if Mama is a diehard from-scratch baker, there are times when everyone has to ...