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The Easy Ina Garten Salad I’m Making All Summer (It’s Restaurant-Worthy)

July 8, 2025

Many culinary schools include an internship as part of their program. The length of the internship and learning objectives differ among programs, but the general goal is to gain practical...

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The Creole Spaghetti Recipe I Learned from My Dad

July 8, 2025

A lot of my early memories in the kitchen are of my dad whipping up semi-homemade, Creole-inspired recipes. Andouille sausage was a staple of his cooking, even showing up as...

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Sirloin vs. Ribeye: A Butcher Explains the Difference

July 8, 2025

Key Takeaways • Ribeye’s greater fat content and marbling translate to rich flavor and tenderness.• Sirloin is leaner and more affordable while still being versatile and flavorful.• Ribeye’s fat allows...

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The Simple Trick for Mess-Free Corn Shucking (It’s a Game-Changer)

July 8, 2025

Key Takeaways • For mess-free shucking, microwave corn husks and all.• Microwave two ears of corn for six minutes, three ears for eight minutes, or four ears for 10 minutes.•...

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5 Make-Ahead Summer Dinner Menus That Make Entertaining a Breeze

July 8, 2025

One of the hardest parts of planning a summer party, in my opinion, is not getting overwhelmed by the details. I might start small, thinking to just plan a little...

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The 5-Ingredient Recipe That Made Me Love Pork Chops Again

July 8, 2025

My mom used to make pork chops at least once a week. She would pan-fry them and serve them with stewed tomatoes and bread covered in gravy. It was a...

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My Grandmother’s Surprising 1-Ingredient Upgrade for Better Tomato Sandwiches

July 8, 2025

Can we all agree that there is something beautiful about a simple tomato sandwich at the peak of summer? Juicy, thick slices of tomato layered between soft bread with a...

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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

July 8, 2025

These 3-ingredient cottage cheese egg bites are ultra-creamy, high in protein, and endlessly customizable, making them perfect for meal prep! Flavor: These tangy and cheesy egg bites are smooth and fluffy...

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The 5-Ingredient Giada De Laurentiis Recipe I Make Every Friday Night

July 8, 2025

The best part of any baked pasta dish is the crispy edges. It wasn’t until I watched Giada De Laurentiis make fried ravioli that I discovered pasta could be all...

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This $99 Aldi Appliance Is a Dupe for a Popular $399 Product

July 7, 2025

After years of dreaming, I finally have a pizza oven—and it was worth the wait. For years, I’ve been making homemade pizza weekly, obsessively tweaking recipes and temperatures, and trying...