Use These Substitute Tools If You Don't Have An Immersion Blender
While an immersion blender has become a staple in many kitchens around the country, not everyone has one. Try these substitutes if you don't have the tool.
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Stories By Charley Rekstis
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The Cheapest Chick-Fil-A Side You'll Find On Its Menu
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When it comes to baking the perfect cake, the answer to whether oil vs. butter creates a better product depends on the type of cake you're baking.
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Here's Why Putting Frozen Food Straight Into Hot Oil Is A Terrible Idea
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How Long Does Frozen Chicken Really Last In The Freezer?
It's always handy to have some chicken in the freezer so you're ready to cook a classic dish, but you may wonder exactly how long the meat will stay good.
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One Of The Biggest Cheesecake Mistakes Is Rushing The Process
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The Seasoning Mistake That Could Ruin The Flavor Of Your Homemade Sauce
Homemade sauce is an easy and hearty dish, and while you may think you have perfected it, you might be making a seasoning mistake. Here's what not to do.
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Why It's A Mistake To Break Long Pasta Before Putting It In A Pot
When you make long pasta and it doesn't fit into the pot, you may want to break it in half. That's a big mistake you may want to avoid for a few reasons.
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The Root Beer Hack You Should Use At Chick-Fil-A
Chick-fil-A has one menu item that isn't mentioned on their website but should indeed be known by all root beer lovers.
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Trader Joe's New Cookie Butter Liqueur Has TikTok Salivating
While this isn't the first time Trader Joe's has made an alcoholic drink with their cookie butter flavor, it is the first hard liquor of its kind.
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Don't Ever Put Celery In Your Spiralizer
The spiralizer is so much more than a zoodler. Once you know how to use it, it can become a staple tool in your kitchen. Here's why you shouldn't use celery.
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What Makes A Donut Old Fashioned?
The donut is known for its odd shape and well-loved flavors. However, there are many different types of donuts, so what makes a donut old-fashioned?
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Is Trader Joe's Open On Christmas Day 2022?
Here's the update on Trader Joes' 2022 holiday hours.
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You may already be familiar with letting your meat rest after cooking it. Here's why you should also be doing this when cooking meat in a smoker.
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McDonald's Is In On The Joke About Its Ice Cream Machines
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GBBO's Nadiya Hussain Says The Secret To Chocolatey Brownies Is 'Coffee'
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The Quick Trick For Cutting Time When Marinating Chicken Breasts
Marinating chicken gives the meat a ton of flavor, but here is a quick trick for cutting time when marinating chicken breasts.
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McDonald's Canada Just Debuted A New Candy Cane Fudge McFlurry
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Trader Joe's Fans Are Pumped To Grab These Organic Italian Pastas
This set of organic Italian pasta shapes has Trader Joe's shoppers rushing to the store.
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Prue Leith's Go-To Dish For Recovering From Holiday Hangovers
Here's what Prue Leith eats to recover from holiday hangovers.
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Burger King Is Testing Out Fiery Nuggets
There is a new spicy nugget entering the chat, courtesy of Burger King. But it currently appears to be in a testing phase.
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Don't Skip The Taste Test Before Serving Thanksgiving Stuffing
The kitchen may get crazy on Thanksgiving Day with all the cooking happening. But remember one thing: Don't skip the taste test before serving your stuffing.
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Canned Cranberries Is Instacart's Most Ordered Thanksgiving Side Dish
You may be surprised to learn, but canned cranberries is Instacart's most ordered Thanksgiving side dish -- so you'll want to plan your dinner accordingly.
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Twitter Is Rooted For GBBO's Sandro After Major Semi-Final Blunder
Sandro has a difficult moment in the semi-finals of the "Great British Bake Off" that had fans rooting for him anyway.
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The Canned Pumpkin You Should Buy For Your Thanksgiving Pie
If you're taking on your own pumpkin recipe this holiday season, here's the canned pumpkin you should buy for your Thanksgiving pie and other treats.
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Enjoy Mess Free Counters This Thanksgiving By Making Your Own Turkey Carving Board
Here's a tip for a mess free counter this Thanksgiving. You might already have the kitchen items needed for making your own Turkey carving board.
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Keep Your Eye On The Salt For That Perfect Hummus Recipe
If you're making your own hummus at home, you'll want to make sure you use the right amount of salt.
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