No Mop? Here's A Hack For Cleaning Your Dirty Kitchen Floor
Many Italians know that no mop is no problem; in fact, it's preferred. Here's how to mop your dirty kitchen floor with two cleaning tools you're already using.
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Stories By Megan Shoop-Volz
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The DIY Mug Display That Turns Your Coffee Bar Into A Work Of Art
A DIY grid mug display is the perfect solution to your jumbled, crowded coffee mug cabinet. Then build your home coffee bar around this eye-catching feature.
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The Easiest Way To Make A Dark Kitchen Appear Lighter
As kitchens need to be both safe and fun spaces for gathering, a dark kitchen is something to avoid. Thankfully, there's a very easy way to bring some light in.
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Cook Your Broccoli This Way For Maximum Flavor
If broccoli is a side dish you avoid, you may be cooking it wrong. Try this approach and transform what you think you know about the verdant vegetable.
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Poaching Eggs For A Crowd? Ditch The Pot And Reach For A Muffin Pan
Poaching eggs can be a real bother, but if you've got a muffin tin and know about this handy hack, it doesn't have to be.
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What Are The Best Scrambled Egg Alternatives For A Vegan Breakfast?
Many breakfast staples star eggs, and there are a variety of ways to substitute that flavor and texture in a vegan context. These are our favorite alternatives.
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The Fastest Way To Make Cauliflower Rice Without Using A Knife
Cauliflower rice is a great way to get more vegetables in your diet, but it can be a pain to make and expensive to buy. Here's a little trick to try.
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What's That Orange Cheese Mixed With Monterey Jack, Anyway?
Monterey Jack cheese tastes phenomenal on its own, but it's often found at the grocery store mixed with a bright orange cheese. Here's why.
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Leftover Ricotta Is The Perfect Excuse To Make Creamy Gnocchi
Preparing gnocchi from scratch is time consuming, but making it with leftover ricotta speeds things up and results in a deliciously creamy dish.
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Why Water-Based Brining Might Be Ruining Your Meat's Flavor
Useful for boosting flavor and texture, brining food has a long and storied history. But if you're brining your meats in water, you may be doing it wrong.
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How To Degrease Your Kitchen Cabinets With This Common Pantry Item
Cooking can easily create messes, including grease. Luckily, there's a way to easily degrease kitchen cabinets with a product you already have at home.
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How To Properly Bloom Gelatin
Gelatin is the secret to many a delicious dessert, but to use it correctly for the best end result, you'll also have to bloom it correctly. Here's how.
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The Best Fruits You Can Add Straight To Your Coffee
Add a fresh burst of flavor to your morning cup of coffee by adding fruit. Here are some of the best fruits to pair with coffee and how to include them.
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How To Use A Butter Bell The Right Way
Storing your butter in a butter bell can help with temperature maintenance. This is how to use a butter bell correctly to get the best results.
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Do You Need A Candy Thermometer For No-Bake Cookies?
No-bake cookies do require some sort of heat, usually from the stove top, to come together. But do you need a candy thermometer to make it work?
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You Can (And Should) Use The Air Fryer For Pie Crusts
Your air fryer is the best tool in your kitchen to quickly and easily blind bake a pie crust for your next dessert. Here's what you need to know before you try.
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Why Brunch Isn't Just A Late Breakfast And What Actually Sets It Apart
No, you can't just call brunch a late breakfast. Discover why this meal is so unique, and learn about what sets brunch apart from a regular breakfast.
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How Much Protein Is Typically In Yogurt?
Balance your macros by knowing which yogurt packs the most protein per serving. Here's how different kinds of yogurt compare in terms of protein content.
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Get Creative With Your Homemade Ketchup By Switching Up The Fruit You Use
If you're only making homemade ketchup with tomatoes, well, you're seriously missing out. Instead, give the condiment a major upgrade by using other fruits.
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Bitters Aren't Just For Cocktails - They're For Sauces, Too
You've probably had or made a cocktail with bitters in it, but those highly concentrated drops of flavor can help upgrade your savory sauces, too.
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The Proper Way To Drink Sake Spillover-Style
Consuming your sake spillover-style isn't a simple chug-and-go affair. There are meaningful customs to observe if you want to do it the right way.
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For The Easiest Streusel, Turn To Oatmeal
For easy homemade streusel, reach for the oatmeal in your pantry. Here's why oats work so well in a streusel recipe.
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When To Use An Oil Or Acid For The Best Marinade Base
Marinades can majorly enhance any number of foods, but deciding what goes into one can get complicated. Should you start with an oil or an acid?
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The Difference Between Rib Roast And Prime Rib
Rib roast and prime rib sound nearly identical, but while they're cut from the same area of the cow, there are a few key differences between them.
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The Simple Ratio You Need For Easy Marinades
It's actually quite simple to build the perfect marinade that will tenderize your meat and fill it flavor and moisture. All you need is to follow this ratio.
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The Secret Seasoning Mix For The Best Copycat Arby's Curly Fries
If you've ever wanted to recreate the magic of Arby's curly fries at home, we know the seasoning mix that will help deliver the flavor.
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Customize Your Store-Bought Pickles For A New Flavor Profile
Who doesn't love a jar of crisp pickles? Well, the brined cucumbers get even better when you add a homemade twist, satisfying any sweet, spicy, or sour craving.
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