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The 1-Ingredient Rice Upgrade I Learned From My Vietnamese Grandma

December 16, 2025

Key Takeaways • Add a cube of butter to freshly cooked rice to boost richness and creaminess. • For even more flavor, mix fish sauce, sugar, and garlic into the butter....

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I Asked 6 Pro Bakers To Name the Best Vanilla Extract—They All Said the Same Brand

December 16, 2025

Takeaways Real vanilla extract beats artificial vanilla every time. Nielsen Massey is the brand that bakers recommend. Nielsen Massey’s Vanilla Bean Paste is also a baker fave. Most sweet baked...

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The Real Reason Dollar Store Products Are No Longer $1

December 16, 2025

Few things actually cost a dollar in dollar stores anymore. Whether you’re shopping at Dollar Tree, Dollar General, or Five Below, prices are now typically $1.25, $1.50, or higher. “A...

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Kick Up the Flavor With This Savory Seasoning

December 16, 2025

Seasoned Salt combines salt with a perfectly flavorful blend of herbs and spices. It is a quick and convenient way to season meats, vegetables, eggs, and everyday dishes with one quick...

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Comforting, Buttery Potatoes You Can Prep Ahead!

December 16, 2025

Dress up your holiday table with duchess potatoes, soft buttery swirls made from simple ingredients you likely already have. They bake up golden with crisp edges, pair with almost anything,...

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7 Slow Cooker Dinner Recipes for Busy Days

December 16, 2025

Using a slow cooker has been in my repertoire since my college days. Busy days in the chemistry lab (yup, I had a bit of a career pivot), meant that...

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This Is How Long Flour Actually Lasts, According to King Arthur Baking Company

December 16, 2025

Key Takeaways Flour’s shelf life depends on its type, milling date, and storage conditions. Airtight containers protect flour from moisture, odors, and heat. Whole-grain and nut flours last longer when...

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The $1.50 Dollar Tree Find So Good I Bought 8 (It’s Nearly Identical to Pottery Barn)

December 16, 2025

I’ve been seeing the Ralph Lauren Christmas aesthetic all over social media lately. It’s the viral holiday look this season, with elements of deep red tartan, glowing candlelight, luxe velvet...

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11 One-Pot Chicken Dinners You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

December 16, 2025

Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer “When my children were small, this sopas was a creative way to make them eat vegetables. I added cooked green beans in small pieces, corn...