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8 Steakhouse Etiquette Mistakes You May Be Making

Steakhouse etiquette is designed to create a formal-but-friendly experience, but all those rules can seem stuffy. Warm up the experience...



The Best Casserole Recipe from Every State

Take a bite out of the best casserole recipes in the country.


20 Surprising Grilling Facts You Haven’t Heard 10 Times Before

After mastering these tips from professionals, you'll never look at your grill the same way.


How to Crack an Egg the Right Way

Our sister site, Taste of Home's, Test Kitchen cooks share pro secrets to cracking eggs without making a mess.


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The Shocking Secret About Your Fast-Food Eggs

Your early morning bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich is made with a real egg. Right?


10 Mistakes (Almost) Everyone Makes When Cooking Steak

Cook the perfect steak every time by avoiding these common mistakes.


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24 Copycat Recipes for Your Favorite Restaurant Appetizers

Stick to your budget by making your favorite restaurant appetizers at home. Here’s how.

Parchment Paper vs. Wax Paper: What’s the Difference?

Planning on baking anytime soon? Don't make this mistake.


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5 Things You Won’t See in Aldi Anymore

Shopping at Aldi is not what it used to be.
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13 Things You Shouldn’t Do at Reopened Restaurants

Everything has changed because of the pandemic. It might be obvious, but don't go to a restaurant if you're under...


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What Are the Safest Types of Meat to Eat?

When it comes to foodborne illnesses, some proteins are riskier than others.


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10 Ways Your Favorite Restaurant Might Change After the Coronavirus

The next time you head out for a bite, you’ll likely encounter some big changes before you dig in.


Pioneer Woman’s Hot Cross Buns Recipe

The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond shares her favorite hot cross buns recipe.


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McDonald’s Is Serving Free Fries Every Friday From Now Through June

The weekend just got so much better—kick it off right with free McDonald's fries!


17 Secret Recipes That Were Just Released for the First Time

Your kitchen is about to get a whole lot more interesting.


The Easiest, No-Fail Way to Tell If Eggs Are Still Good

Forget trying to decipher the date. This test is a quick and easy way to see if those eggs in...

20 Clever Uses for Bananas (Besides Eating Them)

Those rapidly ripening bananas are good for more than just banana bread!


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Here’s How to Make McDonald’s Special Sauce at Home

Follow these easy steps to make McDonald’s special sauce and create your own delicious Big Mac in your own kitchen.


How to Make the Best-Ever Scrambled Eggs

Wondering why your favorite breakfast never turns out quite right at home? These expert tips will teach you how to...


12 Things You Didn’t Know About Cheetos

We are all familiar with the thrill of having dusty-orange fingers.


I Was Eating My Way Through Quarantine—Here’s How I Stopped

They're called "comfort" foods for a reason—and I was definitely using them!


How to Freeze Your Leftover Spaghetti (and Other Cooked Pasta)

Pasta can usually last up to three months in the freezer. Freezing and thawing your leftover noodles couldn't be easier.

How Long Does Cooked Meat Last in the Fridge?

Reduce food waste, save money and have peace of mind with these guidelines for deciding how long meat can be...


Here’s Why Water Bottle Brands Are Priced So Differently

Why are brands like Dasani and Aquafina so much cheaper than Fiji or Essentia? Read on to find out why...


Does Water Expire? Here’s Why You Should Care

It's a little more complicated to determine whether or not it's safe to drink


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Here’s the Difference Between Grocery Stores and Supermarkets

You've probably been using them interchangeably, but should you?


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10 Things at Costco You Can’t Buy Anywhere Else

Costco is synonymous with big deals and bulk shopping! We rounded up the best things you can buy—only at the...


This Is What Best-By, Use-By and Sell-By Dates Really Mean

Stop throwing away perfectly good food! Here's your cheat sheet to what's still good after the best-by, use-by and sell-by...