How Ina Garten Came To Be Known As The Barefoot Contessa
Chef, cookbook author, and TV host Ina Garten has been known as the Barefoot Contessa for so long that you may not know how she earned herself the nickname.
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Common Mistakes You're Making When Watering Basil
There are several factors to take into account when watering basil. Consider the watering frequency, climate, and whether the plant is indoors or outdoors.
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The Sweet Secret Menu Dessert Only Some Cracker Barrels Offer
A hearty, country-style meal at Cracker Barrel is best ended with a sweet treat, and there's one classic dessert that you can only get at some locations.
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Ina Garten's Favorite Store-Bought Pasta Sauce Is A Beloved Brand
Ina Garten is a master in the kitchen, but even she loves a good shortcut. Her store-bought pasta sauce brand of choice won't come as a surprise.
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Is It Ever Actually OK To Drink Olive Oil Straight?
Ever have the craving to take a straight shot of your favorite olive oil? Well, we finally found out if it's okay to take a swig right out of the bottle.
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7 Old-School Fast Food Logos You Totally Forgot About
Because of the speedy nature of the fast food industry, you might have totally forgotten about the designs of these old-school fast food logos.
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Why It's So Inexpensive To Open Your Own Chick-Fil-A Franchise
Buying your own Chick-fil-A restaurant is comparatively cheaper than acquiring other fast food chains, but there is a catch you should know about first.
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Never Soak Your Wooden Cutting Boards In The Sink. Here's Why
You're probably used to soaking the rest of your dishes, but you should never soak your wooden cutting boards in the sink for a few important reasons.
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Homemade Bread Is A Breeze With This KitchenAid Mixer Attachment
Making homemade bread is usually a hassle considering the time and care it takes to get right. Or, you could try using this KitchenAid mixer attachment.
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Guy Fieri Sprinkles This In Butter To Take His Garlic Bread To Flavortown
If you're growing tired of garlic bread's familiar flavors, Guy Fieri suggests adding an unexpected ingredient that adds a burst of flavor and subtle crunch.
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Bobby Flay Is Inspired By The Same Celebrity Chefs As The Rest Of Us
Food Network host, chef, and restaurateur Bobby Flay may be at the top of his game, but even he looks to other celebrity chefs for inspiration.
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The Kitchen Color Mistake That's All Too Common, According To Erin Napier
In a recent interview, HGTV design guru Erin Napier shared that when it comes to decorating kitchens, there's one mistake that people frequently make.
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How To Ensure Every Single Chocolate-Covered Strawberry You Make Is Gorgeous
When covering strawberries with chocolate, you want them to have a smooth, glossy, and snappy shell. We asked an expert chocolatier for tips to achieve this.
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Gordon Ramsay's Clever Upgrade For The Best Chicken Caesar Salad
To transform your homemade Caesar salad, Gordon Ramsay has a few pro tips up his sleeve. Here's how Ramsay prepares the chicken for an unforgettable result.
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Why Bobby Flay Doesn't Think He Needs To Go Head-To-Head With Ina Garten In A Cooking Competition
Bobby Flay and Ina Garten are friends with a mutual respect, but that's not why he doesn't think he needs to go head-to-head with her in a cooking competition.
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Your Fruit Cobbler Is Soggy Because It's Lacking This Vital Addition
Is your fruit cobbler a bit too runny for your liking? Whether you're working with peaches or apples, help is on the way with this versatile kitchen ingredient.
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One Of Wolfgang Puck's Favorite Sandwiches Is Deceptively Easy To Make At Home
Wolfgang Puck may be all about elevated cuisine and world-class restaurants, but one of his favorite sandwiches is surprisingly easy to make at home.
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How 7 Celebrity Chefs Order Their Steaks
Everyone has a preference for steak doneness -- even world-renowned celebrity chefs. Here are seven who are quite passionate about their preferences.
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Ditch Root Beer For A Popular Fruit-Flavored Soda In This Summer's Ice Cream Floats
Soda and ice cream are a classic combination to create a cold, sweet summer treat. Instead of the standard root beer, try this fruity soda for a special float.
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What Gordon Ramsay Does With Grilled Chicken To Ensure A Crisp Caesar Salad
A bright, crisp Caesar salad is a treat, but adding grilled chicken for a bit of protein can make your salad wilt. Here's how Gordon Ramsay gets around this.
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Should You Really Be Using A Serrated Knife For Steak?
Serrated knives are often used to slice into freshly cooked steaks, especially at steakhouses, but there's some debate as to whether this is the best option.
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The Only Time It's OK To Refrigerate Jimmy Dean Breakfast Sandwiches
Generally, you want to keep your Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwiches in the freezer, however, there is one instance when you may want to refrigerate them.
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Henry Ford Ate Weeds For Lunch — Yes, Seriously
Yes, you read that correctly! Henry Ford, celebrated for being the founder of the Ford Motor Company and his innovation in automobiles, ate weeds for lunch.
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Is It Ever Okay To Use Brown Rice For Sushi?
Sushi typically uses a specific kind of rice, fittingly called sushi rice, for myriad reasons. However, it's fair to wonder if you can use brown rice instead.
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Avoid Crunchy Lemonade With This Easy Sugar Swap
If you get a mouthful of gritty sugar when sipping on lemonade, you might want to rethink your sweetener of choice. Swap it with this for a smoother beverage.
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The Scientific Reason It Pays To Eat 30 Different Plant-Based Foods Per Week
Food science is ever-evolving, but it's no surprise a new study states that eating a variety of fruits and vegetables every day is healthy. Here's exactly why.
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Can You Order From Taco Bell's Regular Menu During Breakfast Hours?
If you find yourself at a Taco Bell before lunchtime but aren't in the mood for eggs, you might be curious if you can still order off the regular menu.
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