Spread butter or mayo on the bread for a golden, crispy crust with rich flavor. Use a cast-iron skillet for even heat and perfectly toasted bread without burning. Choose hearty bread like sourdough or ...

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Cottage cheese in a rustic earthenware bowl sits on top of a burlap trivet on a gray countertop. - Aksana Ban/Getty Images For even the most practiced home chef, making homemade cheese may seem too ...

Tofu Cottage Cheese can be used anywhere you would use the dairy equivalent, such as on toast with fruit and agave nectar. (Tom McCorkle; food styling by Gina Nistico/Both for The Washington Post) ...

Cream cheese is the go-to bagel spread, but sometimes it can get a bit boring. We consulted experts for some creative upgrades to take your schmear up a notch.