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Make Mundane Meals Instantly Exotic
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Make Mundane Meals Instantly Exotic

Jay Weinstein | December 1, 2021

Go beyond ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise to add interesting new flavors to your meal with these nine international sauces.

Picnic Perfection
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Picnic Perfection

Ashley English | November 14, 2021

Having a picnic always sounds like a great idea, but a little bit of planning goes a long way toward making it the fun experience you’re dreaming of.

Wood Pellet Grills Are Hot
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Wood Pellet Grills Are Hot

Steven Raichlen | August 18, 2021

Wood pellet grills are among the hottest trends in the barbecue world. They offer the smoky flavor of wood-fire cooking,…

Unusual Spices and Spice Blends to Make Your Dishes Sing with Flavor

Unusual Spices and Spice Blends to Make Your Dishes Sing with Flavor

Lior Lev Sercarz | July 15, 2021

Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme, step aside. These unusual spices and chef-level spice blends make your dishes sing with less toiling in the kitchen.

Meet Your New Favorite Potato Recipes

Meet Your New Favorite Potato Recipes

Linda Gassenheimer | May 15, 2021

We bake, roast, boil and mash them…we cover them in butter. How about trying something different with your potatoes? Greek potatoes…charred sweet potatoes and more. Mmmmm!

Organic Apples Are Better for Gut Health

Organic Apples Are Better for Gut Health

March 26, 2021

Apples are a healthy fruit, especially when eaten raw. For the health of your gut microbiome, organically grown apples are best, new research finds.

Best Flavored Spirits for Your Holiday Celebration

Best Flavored Spirits for Your Holiday Celebration

Jeff Siegel | March 4, 2021

Flavored spirits—infused with chocolate, mandarin, cucumber and more—are a tasty way to bring more cheer to your holidays. Drink on their own or as part of a cocktail.

Tips for Tastier Takeout Food
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Tips for Tastier Takeout Food

Tanya Holland | February 18, 2021

Fine dining restaurants are making menu items available for pickup, but some foods travel better than others. Here’s how to maximize flavor once you get it home.

No-Fail Bread in Minutes

No-Fail Bread in Minutes

Jeff Hertzberg, MD | January 29, 2021

The “Bread in 5” technique involves just a few minutes of active prep work to create a large batch of dough, ready to go when you’re ready to bake.

Healthy Snacks You’ll Love
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Healthy Snacks You’ll Love

January 15, 2021

Try these five easy-to-make, nutrition-packed snacks, created by well-known nutrition bloggers…

Go Meatless—But Not Hungry

Go Meatless—But Not Hungry

Mark Bittman | January 4, 2021

Bestselling cookbook author Mark Bittman shows you how to leave out the meat but not the flavor with delicious vegetarian recipes.

Olives You’ll Love
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Olives You’ll Love

Dan Flynn | December 21, 2020

If most of your olives come from a can, it’s time to explore. There are choices from mild to pungent, with a variety to please every palate.

Healthier Holiday Baking: Try These Sugar Alternatives
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Healthier Holiday Baking: Try These Sugar Alternatives

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | December 5, 2020

Make your baking a bit healthier by swapping out sugar for a healthier alternative. Pros and cons of the five trendiest natural and alternative sweeteners.

How To Freeze Food So It Tastes Fresh When Eaten

How To Freeze Food So It Tastes Fresh When Eaten

Julie Garden-Robinson, PhD | December 4, 2020

From meat to fish to vegetables, most foods still taste good if they're frozen, then thawed, even months later—if you do it properly.

The Secret to Super-Refreshing Iced Tea

The Secret to Super-Refreshing Iced Tea

Lisa Govro | November 23, 2020

One of a kind ice tea recipes: Enjoy some cucumber agua fresca…rosie Arnold Palmer…and creamy chai horchata.