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The 15-Minute Dinner Audrey Hepburn Made When She Craved Comfort

October 31, 2025

Key Takeaways Audrey Hepburn’s simple comfort food: penne with ketchup, butter, oil, and cheese.  The trick: use just a few ketchup dabs—not drowning the pasta—for a subtle rosy flavor.  A...

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Nestlé Toll House Has a Brand-New Limited-Time Cookie Dough, and I Can’t Get Enough

October 31, 2025

The holiday season is one of my favorite times of the year for baking—especially with my kids. Every year, we have a repertoire of recipes to work through. Some we...

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Jennifer Garner’s “New Favorite” Chicken Is the Easiest Weeknight Dinner

October 31, 2025

I’ve long been a fan of Jennifer Garner’s “Pretend Cooking Show,” social media videos, and her Grandma’s epic creamed corn recipe. She’s charming, down-to-earth, relatable, and refreshingly real. She feels...

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Sunday dinner is so good with this chicken recipe!

October 31, 2025

This oven-roasted chicken is so easy and loaded with delicious flavor! Add this to Sunday dinner! ❤️WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE We love to make this roasted chicken on a...

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For Better Green Beans, Make Them the Chinese Way

October 31, 2025

Key Takeaways Blanch fresh green beans with oil and salt to lock in crunch and color.  Toss beans in soy sauce, black vinegar, and a bit of sugar for bold...

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The 4-Ingredient Dump Cake My Grandma Taught Me How to Make

October 31, 2025

Dump cakes are one of the earliest recipes I learned from my grandmother in her Mississippi kitchen, probably because of how simple they are to make. After a big family...

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This Make-Ahead Punch Is Perfect for Your Next Holiday Party

October 31, 2025

I throw frequent parties—and damn good ones at that—so hosting Thanksgiving has never felt like a heavy lift to me. But this year is extra-special: my husband and I are...

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Just 1 Teaspoon of This Ingredient Makes Boxed Mac and Cheese Taste Restaurant-Worthy

October 31, 2025

When I was 16, I babysat three neighborhood kids for the summer. This meant that I had to make them lunch every day—and being the age that I was, the...

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16 Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Appetizers for a Stress-Free Holiday

October 31, 2025

Whether you’re hosting or just attending, the holidays can be a stressful time. Luckily, there are many ways to manage the stress and bring more joy into the equation. One...

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The Unexpected Ingredient I Add to My Oatmeal (It’s Already in Your Pantry)

October 31, 2025

When one of my editors called my attention to a new (to me) way of cooking oatmeal, I immediately knew I needed to give it a try. It’s a combination...