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5 Make-Ahead Lunches That Will Last Through The Week
Trying to eat healthier and prep meals ahead of time that still taste great? Yeah, us too. Well, you can do just that with a few simple and filling recipes, many of which you can eat right out of the container you store them in. Plus, it’s been found that folks who cook their meals…
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How to Reheat Pasta so It Tastes al Dente Again
If you’re a fan of spaghetti noodles that stick to the ceiling after you cook them, then you need to know how to reheat pasta so that it turns out perfectly al dente. The art of cooking pasta the right way takes time, and once you figure it out, you certainly don’t want to mess…
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How to Quickly and Easily Cool Down ‘Jalapeno Hands’
I absolutely love adding an extra kick of heat to my recipes with spicy peppers. However, I’m far less thrilled about the lingering “jalapeno hands” or “hot pepper hands” that stick around hours later. Anyone who’s accidentally touched their eye after slicing up peppers knows what I’m talking about. Your fingers can feel totally fine,…
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Get Extra Crispy Baked Potatoes With This Simple Hack
Ever feel like making a baked potato just isn’t worth the hassle? Sure, it’s a tasty side that could even serve as a full meal, but getting it just right can be tough. You don’t want them to be soggy, but you also don’t want want to make a mess to get them super crispy.…
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Add This to Your Coffee to Keep It Hot Longer
Even for the enthusiast, hot coffee that has cooled to room temperature is barely palatable. So, how do you keep it hot as long as possible? Other than buying an insulated thermos, there is a way you can fix your coffee at home to ensure a longer linger of heat to warm your fingers. It…
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This Chewable Coffee Is a Lifesaver for Busy Mornings
Ever have a morning so busy you didn’t have time to brew yourself some coffee? Or an afternoon so jam-packed you couldn’t swing by a café? If you’re anything like me, those are the times you need caffeine the most. Enter Go Cubes: the chewable coffee designed to be a lifesaver on days that are…
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Does Cooking Spray Really Have Zero Calories?
Whether you’re trying to eat healthier or simply enjoy the convenience of using cooking sprays, you may be surprised to see that most of those canisters claim to have zero calories. Unlike diet sodas or snacks that rely on substituting sugar for lower calorie sweeteners, these sprays still list regular olive, canola, and other fatty…
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Adding This Fridge Staple to Sauce Will Make Your Pasta Dishes Taste So Much Better
Whether you love a hearty marinara or a creamy Alfredo, sauce is a key component in any pasta dish — but a common mistake can cause the ingredients to not bind together well enough for the tastiest bites. Luckily, all it takes is a simple restaurant trick of adding some butter while the sauce is…
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Avoid Soggy, Rubbery Mushrooms With This Simple Cooking Tweak
Sautéed mushrooms are a delicious addition to so many recipes — if you cook them right. It’s unfortunately all too easy to end up with a soggy, rubbery mess rather than savory goodness. Luckily, there’s a simple key to achieving the perfect mushroom flavor and texture. How to Avoid Soggy Mushrooms According to Fine Cooking, it’s…
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How to Reheat Ribs in the Oven, Microwave, or on the Grill
If you want leftover ribs that taste like they just came off the grill, then you need to know how to reheat ribs. And whether you’re warming up a rack of ribs, BBQ ribs, spare ribs, or pork ribs, a few missteps could mean you end up with dry meat that even your dog won’t…