This Comforting Italian-Inspired Dinner Starts With A Can Of Beans
Italian cuisine is big on beans, but this comforting dish takes that sentiment further by substituting a can of them for the pasta completely
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Stories By Claudia Alarcón
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Not Sure What To Do With The Chickpeas Sitting In Your Pantry? Make A Casserole
You can turn that can of chickpeas into a nourishing casserole using other ingredients you may already have on hand.
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Slather Tomato Toast With This Cheese For A Quick Breakfast That Feels Gourmet
Tomato toast is an underrated breakfast choice, with endless opportunities to customize. This cheese is the perfect pairing, whether store-bought or homemade.
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Ask This One Thing At A Restaurant And Watch The Service Change
There's nothing worse than dining out and having a lousy experience. Follow this tip to develop a rapport with the server, leading to a great meal.
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Cook Roast Beef The Same Way As Rotisserie Chicken And You'll Never Go Back
Rotisserie cooking is not only fun, but can make your roast beef joint taste extra delicious. Here's what you need to know about how to spit-roast your beef.
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The One-Ingredient Upgrade For Better Roasted Carrots
Roasted carrots are a fantastic side dish that can be lightly tweaked to fit almost any meal. This very simple addition brings a depth of flavor.
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Cleaning Under Large Kitchen Appliances Doesn't Have To Be Hard With This Unique Tool
The prospect of cleaning hard-to-reach places under appliances is daunting. Fortunately, this flexible tool can be a real stress saver.
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4 Michelin-Starred BBQ Restaurants That Won't Break The Bank
Just because a restaurant has a Michelin star doesn't mean it has to cost a fortune. We've rounded up four just such starry BBQ places that you should head to.
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Don't Cry Over Split Tamales – If You Prep The Husks Like This, You Won't Have To
If you're making a batch of tasty tamales at home this holiday season, there's one crucial tip that will ensure the wrapping process isn't too frustrating.
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The Only Way You Should Be Cutting A Tomato
Slicing a tomato seems like it wouldn't involve a lot of thought, but improving the quality of your cuts requires technique. This is what you need to do.
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This Ikea Find Is A Must-Have For Small, Cluttered Kitchens
If your kitchen feels more like a closet with an oven, you'll want to find efficient ways to use empty space. This IKEA product can help store various items.
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Salt Doesn't Technically Expire, But Here's When You Should Throw It Out
When it comes to seasoning, salt is arguably the most essential. However, with so many different types of salt, it's important to keep track of the shelf life.
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How To Grow Nutrient-Packed Microgreens Using Items You'd Normally Toss
We always love a creative upcycling idea to help us limit waste. It is remarkably easy to grow your own delicious microgreens in your kitchen.
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Stop Buying Pricey Storage Containers — Here's How To Organize Your Kitchen For Free
there is a simple solution that makes sense economically and environmentally. It will make your life easier, and perhaps spark a new crafty hobby.
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Should You Really Leave The Triple Sec Out Of Margaritas?
We asked a bartending expert: When making a classic or specialty margarita at home, do you really need to add a dash of sweet triple sec to the glass?
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Adding This Alcohol To Your Martini Can Give It A Uniquely Fruity Twist
Over the years, bartenders have stretched the possibility of what a martini can be, so we asked an expert about adding this fruit-forward spirit.
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This Ikea Find Will Maximize Vertical Storage In Your Kitchen Cabinets
Finding the best storage solutions in the kitchen doesn't have to be difficult when you can simply increase the surface area you have to work with.
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The Plant Used In Your Hibiscus Tea Might Not Be The Flower You Think It Is
There seems to be confusion among consumers when it comes to identifying the correct hibiscus plant that is used to make the infusion.
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The 2-Meat Combo That Makes Shepherd's Pie Unforgettable
Simply swapping some of the meat in your shepherd's pie recipe will yield a tastier dish all around.
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How Kolaches Went From A Czech Secret To A Texas Staple
Kolaches are a Czech pastry that's typically enjoyed as a sweet way to start the day, but here's how they became a beloved, classic Texan dish.
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Tomato Salad Gets A Huge Burst Of Umami With This Unexpected Liquid Pairing
Without a little innovation, tomato salad can become one-note. But by adding a splash of one pantry staple, you can revive the dish and lift its umami flavor.
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Will Baking Soda Actually Kill Weeds In Your Veggie Garden?
Baking soda has many uses beyond cakes. The clever non-toxic chemical powder can even be used with care in the garden, but you need to know a few things first.
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This Is Exactly How Sherbet Differs From Ice Cream
Ice cream, sorbet, and sherbet are sweet treats you might find at an ice cream shop, but each differs and offers distinct flavor and texture combinations.
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This $7 Ikea Kitchen Rack Organizes Way More Than Just Spices
Turns out the little rack you bought to store your cinnamon and cayenne can be a versatile tool to keep your whole kitchen looking neat and tidy.
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The Reason Mixed Nuts Are Always So Expensive
If you buy nuts regularly, you may have noticed that mixed nuts are generally more expensive than a single type of nut, but have you ever wondered why?
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Give Your Pickled Red Onions A Kick With This Spicy Pepper
if you want to kick things up a notch with your condiment of pickled red onions, add a punch of spice with slices of this pepper.
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Here's Exactly How To Tell If The Meat You're Buying Isn't Ethical
It's no secret that the factory farming industry isn't exactly ethical, but how can you tell if the specific meat that you buy is ethical or not?
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