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The $1.25 Dollar Tree Find I’m Buying Now for Thanksgiving

September 27, 2025

There was a time in my life when I made everything from scratch for Thanksgiving. I’d pre-prep stock, freeze pie crusts, brine my turkey, and much more. But I’m older,...

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4 Food Recalls You Need to Know About This Week

September 27, 2025

This was a big week for listeria contamination, with premade poke, pasta dishes, and even a wrap flagged. Meanwhile, 1.29 million countertop ovens were recalled over a burn hazard. (P.S....

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This Crispy Bacon Trick Saves Time and Cleanup!

September 27, 2025

Cooking bacon in the oven is the easiest, mess-free way to make a full pound of perfectly crisp, golden slices. No splatter, no flipping, just hands-off, evenly cooked bacon every...

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For the Best Cookies, Add My Mom’s Secret Ingredient

September 27, 2025

In my purely unscientific research, it seems to me that chocolate chip cookie enthusiasts tend to fall into one of two categories: There are those who like a flatter, crispier...

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I Put Mississippi Comeback Sauce On Everything

September 26, 2025

Having lived most of my adult life as a city girl in Los Angeles and New York, it’s a wonder that comeback sauce, the unofficial condiment of Mississippi, can always...

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20 Easy Fall Recipes for Effortless Weeknights (45 Minutes or Less)

September 26, 2025

Fall is my favorite season, hands down. I live for those fleeting moments in the transition between summer and autumn, when the sunshine still warms my face while the breeze...

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The Best Way to Keep Meatloaf From Falling Apart

September 26, 2025

Key Takeaways • Using cold ingredients and a stand mixer builds strong protein bonds for firmer meatloaf. • Mix on low speed and add liquid gradually until mixture becomes slightly tacky. •...

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This “Fan Favorite” Seasonal Trader Joe’s Dessert Is Back and It Tastes Homemade

September 26, 2025

When I was growing up, my mom had one rule for birthday parties: my brother and I were allowed to invite the same number of guests as our age. I...

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The 2-Ingredient Chicken I Make Almost Once a Week

September 26, 2025

Why Make This Just two ingredients—chicken breasts and Italian dressing—go into this simple and flavorful main dish. The dressing marinade tenderizes the meat and infuses it with a tangy, Italian...

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I Asked 6 Chefs the Best Way To Roast Potatoes, and They All Said the Same Thing

September 26, 2025

Key Takeaways • Chefs agree: parboiling then shocking and drying potatoes ensures crispy exteriors. • Smash or shake parboiled potatoes to create crunchy, craggy bits before roasting. • Roast at high heat...