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I Taste-Tested 7 Peppermint Bark Ice Creams—Here’s the One Worth Buying

December 18, 2025

Peppermint lovers know that December is our time to shine—candy canes fill store shelves, peppermint bark is on our gift wish lists, and peppermint bark ice cream is finally in...

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My Easy 3-Ingredient Cocktail Is Perfect for a Crowd

December 18, 2025

This Cranberry-Ginger Spritz is easy to batch for parties with just three ingredients. You can offer both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions of the drink using the same simple recipe. Spicy...

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These $1.25 Dollar Tree Baskets Are So Cute, I Bought 3

December 18, 2025

Last week, a colleague shared these wire storage baskets from the Dollar Tree with me, and I was instantly intrigued. I’m perpetually looking for cute ways to organize my fridge...

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This Is the Best Store-Bought Cookie Dough, According to 5 Experts

December 18, 2025

Key Takeaways Nestlé Toll House cookie dough is a trusted favorite among baking experts. It’s a nostalgic choice that many grew up enjoying in their households. It’s simple enough for...

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These Millionaire Bars Are My All-Time Favorite Dessert

December 18, 2025

Millionaire bars deliver a rich combination of shortbread, caramel, and chocolate. Despite their striking looks, these bars are easy to make at home. Lining the pan with parchment helps lift...

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18 Lazy Christmas Sides That Practically Cook Themselves

December 18, 2025

Spread the holiday cheer with these simple make-ahead sides. Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan If you’re having trouble coming up with side dishes to bring or serve at your Christmas...

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This Ina Garten Appetizer Is My Favorite—It’s So Delicious

December 18, 2025

Key Takeaways Ina Garten’s Pan-Fried Onion Dip is a nostalgic, full-fat classic with no trendy substitutes. Cooking the onions longer than instructed deepens their nutty, caramel-like flavor. Adding sherry vinegar...

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Tartiflette Are the Decadent French Potatoes You Need To Make

December 18, 2025

Tartiflette combines potatoes, bacon, and cheese for a rich, cozy cold-weather meal. Both Camembert and Brie cheese substitute well for traditional French Reblochon here. Slab bacon or thick-cut bacon adds...

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My Favorite 3-Ingredient Appetizer Is a Retro Classic

December 18, 2025

These make-ahead roll-ups are a crowd-pleaser at any gathering, from summer parties to holidays. You only need three ingredients and ten minutes to put them together, then just chill them...

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For the Best Holiday Ham, Light It on Fire

December 18, 2025

My holiday season is overstuffed with traditions accumulated throughout the years. I have inherited them from both my parents and my in-laws, and there’s even a growing collection my husband...