Your morning coffee, weekend pancakes, and Friday bourbon just got better. Most of us grew up with vanilla extract in the pantry. It’s reliable, sure, but it often gets lost in the mix after baking.

Make all of these delicious dinner recipes, from easy skillets to high-protein soups, that start with a can of white beans.

People who love to bake know that what they whip up in the kitchen is only as good as the ingredients they put into it. Reach for baking powder beyond its expiration date or substitute buttermilk for ...