What Those Circular Shapes On Your BBQ Grill Grate Are Actually For
The shape of a grill's grates might seem fairly standard, but there is a curious design deviation that has some wondering "what are these circular shapes?"
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Stories By Whitney Bard
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Using Aluminum Foil As A Lid Isn't The Trick You Think It Is — It Could Be A Mistake
Using aluminum foil as a lid feels automatic in many kitchens. Still, its role during longer cooking times isn’t as straightforward as it seems.
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Want To Eat Beans Without The Bloat? Start Here
Beans are a superfood, but tend to come with some unwanted bodily reactions. This is an easy way to prep them to limit those and have a healthier experience.
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Homemade Grape Jam Is Nearly Effortless With This Slow Cooker Technique
Making grape jam on the stove requires a lot of hands-on stirring. Plus, it's more prone to burning. This slow cooker technique is more reliable and easy.
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The Cooking Method That Makes Fresh Polish Sausage Shine
Polish cuisine is delicious and features plenty of sausage. There is a best way to cook it and when you do, it has maximum flavor and a great texture.
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The Last Ingredient To Add To Red Pepper Soup For A Thick, Luxurious Finish
While you've likely used this ingredient in soup before, you probably haven't utilized it with this technique which forms a luscious texture.
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Why You Should Wait Until Beef Bourguignon Is Almost Done Before Adding Mushrooms
Beef bourguignon is a carefully prepared dish, with every ingredient having its time and place to be added. For mushrooms, that means the very end. Here's why.
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The Prep Step That's Crucial For A Successful Beef Bourguignon
Beef bourguignon isn't necessarily a difficult dish to make, but it does demand some intense prep work. Whatever you do, don't skip this major step.
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The 5 NYC Spots I Visit For The Best 'New York Happy Meals'
A local shares favorite spots for the "New York Happy Meal" — comprised of a martini, fries, and an incredible ambience only found in the Big Apple.
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Why Your First Visit To Costco Should Take A Few Hours (And That's A Good Thing)
It's hard to imagine the magnitude of Costco until you're actually there for the first time. Think of it more as a marathon than a sprint, and take your time.
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5 Refreshing Drinks Without Caffeine Or Sugar To Enjoy Any Time Of Day
A lot of people don't like drinking water on its own, but before you slurp another highly caffeinated or sugary drink, try these sips instead to keep hydrated.
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Why You Should Always Let Food Rest After The Microwave
The microwave oven can be a powerful tool to heat (or reheat) meals with speed and ease, but you should always let your food rest before eating.
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The Absolute Easiest Tomato Variety To Grow In Your Garden
For a simple tomato that you can grow in record time in your garden, look no further than this miniature variety full of great flavor.
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Which Types Of Fish Have Edible Bones?
Usually when you see a bone on your dish, you try not to eat it. But many different preparations of fish have edible skeletons, including tinned fish.
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This Vintage Cheese Dish Used To Be A Jiggly Favorite — Now It's Practically Vanished
During the 1960s, it was impossible to go to a party without seeing one of these dishes straddling the line between dessert and side dish.
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The Safe Way To Clean Your Slow Cooker In The Dishwasher
Slow cookers are excellent appliances for an easy set-and-forget dinner, but they can create a caked-on mess to clean. Fortunately, you can use the dishwasher.
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If Your Dishes Still Feel Greasy After Hand Washing, Here's Why
There are some important techniques when it comes to hand washing that will ensure your dishes actually come out clean. This why it doesn't always work.
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Does Molasses Actually Expire, And How Long Is Its Shelf Life?
Sweet and smoky molasses has a much longer shelf life than you might expect. The trick is simply knowing how to properly handle and store the sugary stuff.
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Next Time You Deglaze A Pan, Reach For Orange Juice
Deglazing your pans is incredibly useful to do while you are cooking, but if you haven't tried doing so with orange juice, you are missing out.
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Canned Vs Fresh Tomatoes: Which Are Actually More Nutritious?
Canned vegetables get a bad rap, but they can rival their fresh counterparts in the nutrition department. This is how to assess tomatoes in various forms.
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The Homemade Pesto Mistake That'll Lead You To An Unappetizing Dish
There's nothing like homemade pesto, but making one common mistake will turn your heavenly green sauce into a discolored mess. Luckily, it's easy to avoid.
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Why Parchment Paper Is Your Friend When Traveling With Baked Goods
After putting lots of care and attention into homemade baked goods, it's important they arrive to your destination in one pieces. Parchment paper is the key.
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Ditch The Milk! This Sweet Breakfast Staple Will Taste Even Better With An Eggnog Bath
Giving this breakfast staple a dunk in eggnog instead of milk turns ordinary mornings into festive holiday-flavored feasts and makes meal prep super simple.
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Why You Should Keep Silver Cutlery Out Of Your Dishwasher
Fine silver cutlery is often passed down. One needs to take special care to keep it beautiful, but does that mean avoiding the dishwasher?
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The Aromatic Kitchen Trick That Keeps Rodents At Bay
Your kitchen is no place for rodents, but deterring these pests can be tricky. Luckily, a certain kind of essential oil can get the job done with ease.
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Prevent Soggy Slow-Cooker Veggies With Just One Simple Step
Soggy and limp vegetables are never ideal. So the next time you make a slow cooker recipe, remember one rule to keep produce firm, flavorful, and aesthetic.
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Why You Should Be Cleaning Greasy Kitchen Cabinets With Cooking Oil
You need to fight oil with oil; the very same oil you keep next to the stove (no need to use fancy olive oil for this).
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