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This Easy Slow Cooker Brisket Is Fall-Apart Tender

October 28, 2025

I have a dear friend who decided that his one cooking achievement would be to master smoked brisket. For years, he dutifully cooked brisket after brisket, trying different techniques. As...

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My 30-Minute General Tso’s Chicken Is Restaurant-Worthy

October 28, 2025

At my house, the presentation of General Tso’s chicken at the dinner table is typically in a white paper takeout carton or Styrofoam clamshell. Those gooey little nuggets still manage...

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I’ve Cooked Dozens of Turkeys—Butterball’s No-Prep Turkey Is a Game Changer

October 28, 2025

A glistening, golden brown turkey is the centerpiece of a traditional Thanksgiving meal. It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without it. It’s also the dish that causes the most stress. There’s a...

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The $1.50 Dollar Tree Find I Wish I’d Found Sooner

October 28, 2025

For more than a year, my broom situation was inefficient and embarrassing. A couple of years ago, I made myself proud by building and installing a pegboard to hold things...

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Why You Shouldn’t Cook with Fresh Tomatoes, According to Chefs

October 28, 2025

Here’s the truth: Canned tomatoes are picked at peak ripeness, while most fresh ones are plucked green, shipped across the country, and left to ripen in storage. By the time...

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The 2-Ingredient Chicken I Make Almost Once a Week

October 27, 2025

As someone who develops recipes and cooks for a living, when it comes time to make my own dinner, I find it really helpful to have a few recipes up...

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The $3.99 Trader Joe’s Freezer Find I Buy Every Time I Go

October 27, 2025

Sometimes, the finds at Trader Joe’s find you. That’s what happened when my partner impulse-bought a bag of tteok bok ki. I’ll be honest: I had no idea what it...

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The Surprising Difference Between Medium and Sharp Cheddar Cheese, and When It Matters

October 27, 2025

Shopping for my weekly groceries is like earning a master’s degree in marketing. Food terms like “lite,” “natural,” and “part of a balanced breakfast” are on virtually every label. How...

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Popular Jerky Sold at Costco and Sam’s Club Recalled for Containing Metal Fragments

October 27, 2025

Jerky is typically an easy, portable, and protein-packed snack for busy days. Before you tear into your next bag, though, make sure it doesn’t contain any unwanted ingredients. The U.S....

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This “Creamy, Dreamy” $2.99 Aldi Find Is My New Favorite

October 27, 2025

Aldi’s Emporium Selection Handcrafted Semi-Soft Cheeses Price: $2.99 for an 8-ounce half wheel Why I Love It: Each creamy cheese is rubbed with seasonings and bursts with flavor, making snacking...