# 8 Flavor Hacks Tested

> Hannah Loewentheil tests 8 one-ingredient flavor boosters for everyday foods.
- Title: 8 Flavor Hacks Tested · Tasty | Shortify
- Summary: Hannah Loewentheil tests 8 one-ingredient flavor boosters for everyday foods. Hannah Loewentheil tested 8 one-ingredient flavor boosters for everyday foods…
- Keywords: hannah loewentheil, grilled cheese, soy sauce, scrambled eggs, brownie batter, spaghetti, mac n cheese, pancakes, meatballs, applesauce, flavor boosters, one-ingredient hacks
- Source: Tasty — https://tasty.co/article/hannahloewentheil/i-tested-out-8-one-ingredient-flavor-boosters-that
- Published: 2017-08-30T19:16:03+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: hannah loewentheil, grilled cheese, soy sauce, scrambled eggs, brownie batter, spaghetti, mac n cheese, pancakes, meatballs, applesauce, flavor boosters, one-ingredient hacks
## Grilled Cheese Hack
Hannah Loewentheil tested grilled cheese with mayo for crispier bread and less greasy texture.

> i made two grilled cheese sandwiches side by side
## Popcorn Butter Hack
Hannah Loewentheil added soy sauce to popcorn butter for a savory, nutty flavor boost.

> between the nutty popcorn, the rich butter, and the umami soy sauce
## Scrambled Eggs Hack
Hannah Loewentheil tried sparkling wine in scrambled eggs but found a sweet flavor that wasn't desirable.

> wine and eggs don't mix...unless you're talking about mimosas
## Brownie Batter Hack
Hannah Loewentheil added coffee to brownie batter for deeper chocolate flavor without overpowering it.

> if you add coffee to chocolate, it gives it a depth of flavor
## Spaghetti Hack
Hannah Loewentheil boiled spaghetti in water with baking soda for ramen-like texture but found no taste difference.

> the noodles cooked in baking soda were slightly darker, definitely more springy
## Mac N Cheese Hack
Hannah Loewentheil added mustard to mac n cheese for balanced flavor and a kick without overpowering the cheese.

> the sharp flavor of the mustard even enhanced the cheesiness of the cheddar
## Pancake Hack
Hannah Loewentheil used seltzer in pancake batter for lighter texture but found the pancakes tasted richer.

> the batch that i made using seltzer water may have been ever-so-slightly more airy
## Meatballs Hack
Hannah Loewentheil added applesauce to meatballs for extra moisture and a hint of sweetness.

> the meatballs made with applesauce were slightly more moist and noticeably lighter
## Results
Hannah Loewentheil found some flavor boosters worked well while others didn't, with the best results being the mac n cheese and meatballs hacks.

> the meatballs made with applesauce were slightly more moist and noticeably lighter
## What's Next
Hannah Loewentheil invites readers to share their favorite secret ingredients for cooking in the comments.

> what secret ingredients or flavor boosters do you swear by when cooking
## Key takeaway

Hannah Loewentheil tested 8 one-ingredient flavor boosters for everyday foods, finding some worked well while others didn't.