We’re not trying to be rudewe’re just looking out for you.

If your answer is “Google it,” you’re not alone.

Literally millions of people turn to Google every day, looking for that perfect recipe.

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But that doesn’t mean the recipe is going to work.

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The Biggest Mistake Modern Cooks Make

Blindly trusting the Internet is the biggest mistake.

How Do You Know Who To Trust?

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There are two things you’re able to do to build trust in a blogger.

Second, read the recipe reviews before you begin.

This isn’t a guarantee that the recipes will be good, but it’s a place to start.

What’s The Most Reliable Way To Find Good Recipes On The Internet?

The best chance you have for finding a trustworthy recipe online is to go to a reliable source.

If that’s a blogger who you’ve gotten to know, great.

If it’s a publication or company with a Test Kitchen, even better.

That extra set of eyes and hands makes a big difference when it comes to cooking.

bang out “Southern Living Peach Pie” (or “Food & Wine Peach Pie” etc.)

Including a brand or site you trust will deliver you search results you will be happy with.

We can’t claim perfect.

We’re humanwe make mistakes.

It’s why we do what we do.