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    Campfire Dessert Cones

    4 reviews

    Kids love to make these! Set out the ingredients so they can mix and match their own creations. —Bonnie Hawkins,...


    Easy Taco Cups

    2 reviews

    These zesty little cups rank high on my list of favorites because they combine three things I look for in...


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    37 Big-Batch 13×9 Recipes for Your Memorial Day Bash

    Draw crowds at your Memorial Day party with these appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts that make enough...


    How to Blanch Vegetables

    Take the frustration out of freezing produce with this simple guide for how to blanch vegetables.


    How to Make a Paloma Cocktail—the Tequila Drink You Never Knew You Needed

    The Paloma is a popular Mexican cocktail starring smooth tequila and sweet-tart grapefruit soda. This simple Paloma recipe makes a...


    This Is How to Make Southern Chocolate Gravy

    The idea of chocolate gravy is only odd until you've had some slathered on fresh-baked biscuits.


    Here’s Why You Should Always Bake with Room-Temperature Eggs

    If you skip this step, you may be disappointed with the results.


    The Internet Is Obsessed with Butter Making—Here’s How to Make Your Own

    Wondering how to make butter at home? Spoiler alert: You don't need a butter churn!

    How to Make Olive Oil Cake

    Grab your favorite bottle of EVOO and break out the mixer. We'll show you how to make olive oil cake...


    Pork & Bok Choy Udon Soup

    3 reviews

    While traveling in Thailand, my husband sampled a local version of this tasty soup from street vendors. We have tried...


    Boneless, Bone-in and Spiral Ham: What’s the Difference?

    Spiral ham might be a fan favorite, but it's worth getting to know the other types, too. Your taste buds...


    25 Brilliant Kitchen Shortcuts You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

    Save time prepping food and make cooking easier with these cooking hacks that are pure genius.


    27 Chicken Recipes to Cook in Your Cast-Iron Skillet

    Dust off your favorite pan because we've rounded up our best cast-iron skillet recipes for chicken. The birds the word...


    Can You Freeze Ham After It’s Been Cooked?

    Can you freeze ham on the bone? Yes! Here's our take on safely freezing leftover cooked ham.


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    25 Springtime Slow Cooker Recipes

    Whether spring is just around the corner or fully upon us, arm yourself with these super tasty and refreshing spring...


    Are Rhubarb Leaves Really Toxic?

    The answer is more complicated than you think.


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    Sweet Potato and Pesto Slow-Cooker Bread

    I like to bake fresh bread at home as a way to offer my family a delicious accompaniment to dinner....

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    Cauliflower Pizza Crust

    3 reviews

    Make your next pizza night a little healthier with this recipe. The herbs and cheese add a ton of flavor...


    The First 16 Things You Should Cook in Your Instant Pot

    We knew it could do so much more than a regular pressure cooker, but who knew quick meals could be...


    Flaky Chicken Wellington

    4 reviews

    This cozy, flavorful entree takes a classic recipe and makes it super easy! I like to cook the chicken...


    Grilled Buttermilk Chicken

    12 reviews

    I created this recipe years ago after one of our farmers market customers, a chef, shared the idea of marinating...


    The Best Fish to Buy Instead of Tuna, Halibut, Mahi Mahi and More

    It doesn't matter what type of fish your recipe calls for—we know the best fish to substitute!


    Can You Freeze Cheese? Yes—Here’s What You Need to Know

    You can freeze cheese to make it last longer. Here's how to freeze shredded cheese, sliced cheese and even blocks of...

    How to Make Bangers & Mash (Just Like an Irish Pub)

    This Irish bangers recipe is incredibly easy to make and should be a hit with your whole family. It's popular...


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    42 Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

    Putting a healthy chicken dinner on the table is easier than you think. Just rely on your trusty slow cooker...


    10 Vintage Jell-O Flavors You Won’t Believe Existed

    Would you cook with a box of celery-flavored Jell-O? It was perfect for vintage Jell-O recipes in the '50s!


    This Is the Best Way to Keep Your Herbs Fresh

    You can keep herbs fresh for up to a month—if you know how to store parsley, cilantro and basil the...


    Can You Freeze Cooked Chicken Safely?

    People who like stocking up on chicken when it's on sale know it can be hard using it all up....


    How to Freeze Cooked Pasta

    So you made a ton of spaghetti and need to store it: Can you freeze cooked pasta?