Will Rice and Dry Beans Last Forever?

It’s all about proper storage. (By Jason Horn)

To See a World in a Grain of Dry Ice

Does Chef Heston Blumenthal really find perfection? (By Sara Dickerman)

How Long Can Dried Pasta Be Stored?

It doesn’t get moldy, so surely it lasts forever. (By Michele Foley)

How Long Can You Keep Dry Spices?

It depends whether they’re whole or ground. (By Roxanne Webber)

Does Salting Dried Beans Make Them Harder to Cook?

Science says it’s an old wives' tale. (By Roxanne Webber)

Why Don't Tomatoes and Fruits Rot When They're Sun-Dried?

They get a little help from preservatives. (By Jason Horn)

Good & Plenty Sacrilege!

This week’s mission: candy with extra spice. (By James Norton)

10 Good Cheap Liquors

Tips from the experts on the best values in booze. (By Roxanne Webber)

Cheap, Good Frozen Lasagne

This week’s mission: Healthier breakfast junk food and decent frozen Italian entrées. (By James Norton)

Meal Kits: From Good to Worse

This week’s mission: Just add chicken to two different premade dinners. (By James Norton)

10 Canned Goods Worth Using

No need to wait for the apocalypse. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Good Imported Wines Under $10

Save money and drink well. (By Roxanne Webber)

Not Just for Sweet Tooths

Hungarian dry whites can compete with the big boys. (By Jordan Mackay)

10 Meads You Should Try

It’s not just for jousting tournaments anymore. (By Lessley Anderson and Roxanne Webber)

Not Your Grandmother's Sherry

Manzanilla fino is the entry point into a new world. (By Jordan Mackay)