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I Asked 4 Chefs How To Roast the Best Turkey—They All Said the Same Thing

November 7, 2025

Key Takeaways All four chefs agree: dry brining overnight gives juicier, crisp‑skinned turkey.  Start with high heat, then slow roast—this combo locks in crisp skin and flavor.  Always rest the...

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The Simple Addition That Turns Boxed Mac and Cheese Into a Full Dinner

November 7, 2025

I highly doubt anyone in the world eats more macaroni and cheese than I do. Well, maybe toddlers—but I digress. I’d consider myself both a connoisseur and an innovator in...

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The 5-Ingredient, 15-Minute Tortilla Soup I Make At Least Twice a Month

November 7, 2025

This simplified tortilla soup uses store-bought salsa for its flavor. You can easily adjust the flavor and heat level by using a different salsa. Everyone can choose their favorite fun...

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Aldi’s Luxurious Chocolate Advent Calendar Is Back, and It Won’t Last Long

November 6, 2025

I’ve been buying Aldi’s chocolate Advent Calendars for several years, and they’re one of my son’s favorite gifts of the holiday season. Aldi’s customer-favorite Advent calendars are back on the...

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The 30-Minute New York Times Dinner That I Can’t Stop Making

November 6, 2025

In this age of bots and artificial intelligence, not all reviews are trustworthy. I’ve learned to take reviews on Amazon and Yelp with a grain of salt for many reasons....

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Aldi Fans Wait All Year for This Popular Thanksgiving Find—It’s Finally Back

November 6, 2025

My family loves sweet potatoes. We eat them mashed, baked, pied, and casseroled, so I was really excited to see that Aldi brought back a seasonal favorite. Season’s Choice Sweet...

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The Easy Baked Chicken I Can’t Get Enough Of

November 6, 2025

Why Make This Made with only 3 ingredients, these chicken drumsticks get plenty of smoky, deep flavor from smoked paprika and garlic powder. Optional cayenne pepper means you can tweak...

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The $10.99 Ace Hardware Find I Buy Every Year for Thanksgiving

November 6, 2025

I don’t take many shortcuts at Thanksgiving. If I’m going to the trouble of hosting, I want the meal to be a from-scratch affair, prepared and served with lots of...

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Everyone Loves Molly Yeh’s Brussels Sprout Casserole (And I Mean Everyone)

November 6, 2025

This one is for all the brussels sprouts lovers—but it’s also for the haters, because once they try this dish, they’re sure to have a change of heart about the...

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The Secret to Flavorful Holiday Turkey (Made Simple!)

November 6, 2025

Bring out the best in your holiday turkey with this simple homemade seasoning blend of sage, thyme, rosemary, paprika, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. It’s cozy, flavorful, and just as delicious...