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This Easy Trick Helps Frozen Leftovers Defrost Faster — And Taste Better
Freezing leftovers is a great way to get more bang for your buck. You can make ground meat last longer or whip up a huge batch of your favorite chili or soup to reheat for weeks at a time. But if your food always ends up with unsightly freezer burn and seems extra watery when…
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8 Ways to Save Big When Going Out to Eat
We all deserve a break from the kitchen, making nights spent dining out with the family some of the most coveted moments of the week. However, taking the family out to eat can cost five times as much as eating at home. Luckily, there are ways to save big on your next night out. Keep…
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9 Easy Salad Recipes That Aren’t Sad or Limp
Easy salad recipes can be a huge help during a hectic and busy week. If we’re being honest, a lot of us intend to make more salads than we actually do at home. Considering how complicated and time-consuming some of the best salads can be, it’s no wonder why. Here’s the good news: It is…
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10 KitchenAid Attachments You Need in Your Kitchen Today
When you think about kitchen appliances, a couple standouts line most countertops — blenders, multi-cookers, grills, and of course KitchenAid stand mixers come to mind. From cooking to baking, KitchenAid mixers are beloved for their ease of use and versatility. One of the things that makes these mixers so versatile is the many attachments that…
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15 Recipes That Make the Most Out of Tomato Season
It’s tomato season! From cherry to heirloom, grocery stores, farmer’s markets, or perhaps your own garden will be bursting with the best tomatoes for just a couple more weeks — so it’s time to take advantage! Not only are tomatoes extra delicious this time of year, they are also packed with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.…
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This Savory Pancake Can Help Sharpen Memory, Strengthen Bones, and Boost Your Mood
For most of us, Italian food means pasta, pizza, and more pasta. But authentic Italian cuisine isn’t all carbs! We’d like to introduce you to a delicious, protein-packed treat from Italy that’s perfect for any meal of the day: chickpea pancakes. Otherwise known as Italian farinata, chickpea pancakes have a rich, nutty flavor, a crisp exterior, and a chewy middle. They pair extremely well with roasted…
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How to Reheat Brisket so It Pulls Apart at the Touch
Moist, tender smoked beef brisket is a favorite among meat and barbecue-lovers. That’s why knowing how to reheat brisket is something you need to become familiar with, especially if you want to turn your leftovers into a dinner sensation after the barbecue is over. But like so many other cuts of meat, it’s tricky: Brisket…
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The Heart of the Issue: The Right Way to Prepare Artichokes
Artichokes are one of spring’s best offerings, but the perceived effort involved in breaking through its steely exterior often means the plant gets left on the supermarket shelf. However, preparing an artichoke is relatively simple when you know how, and the pay-off — its sweet, soft heart and wonderful versatility — is worth it. To…
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Simple Steps to Slash Time Spent Slicing Stubborn Produce
We all like to think we’re pros with our kitchen knives and that we know how to cut fruits and vegetables. But if you’re anything like us, certain pieces of produce give us a harder time than others — quite literally. (Ahem, watermelon, anyone?) The good news is that our favorite fruits and veggies are…
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Sweet Potato Popsicles Are a Healthy and Delicious Summer Treat — And They’re So Easy to Make
Sweet potatoes have long been a delicious dish packed with loads of vitamins and minerals — and also plenty of flavor. You’re probably used to eating them as part of lunch or dinner, but did you know that frozen sweet potatoes could also make the perfect snack for a hot summer day? Sweet potato ice…