It's foolproof and timeless, and my go-to for when I need a dependable cake.

These easy homemade cake recipes are perfect for birthdays, holidays and anytime you want a special treat. Whether you make a beautiful layered cake with decorations or just an easy sheet cake we have ...

Alexandra is an associate editor on CNET's Performance Optimization team. She graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in New York City, and interned with CNET's Tech and News teams while in school.

The typical Passover Seder meal is a minefield of familial politics. Jackie Mason could base a stand-up routine on it: “I want the soup but no chicken in it; matzo balls but soft, not hard, ones; ...