Recipes
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16 Creative Ways to Cook Your Turkey This Thanksgiving
If you’re cooking a holiday meal for the same family and friends you always see, it might be time to change things up a bit. A whole, traditionally roasted turkey can look nice on the table, but cooking a whole…
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29 Ways to Add a Gourmet Twist to a Simple, Last-Minute Meal
Eating well on a budget is all about being prepared. Sometimes that’s making a big batch of meals for the week or having a few three-ingredient recipes up the sleeve. For when those steps fall through, there are simple techniques…
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25 of the Most Exclusive Bars and Restaurants in America
Private clubs are the last line of bar and restaurant exclusivity. Speakeasies just aren’t the same without the threat of prohibition, and anybody with internet access can figure out there’s a hidden door in the phone booth of that hot…
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Houston Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Frugal families need a special treat every once in a while. Take advantage of a night out at one of many restaurants in Houston where kids can eat free or at a discount. These are some of the top spots…
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28 Fall Recipes That Showcase Seasonal Fruits and Veggies
Adjusting to the more limited selection of fresh fruits and vegetables in local markets after the bounty of summer can be trying. Sticking with seasonal produce, though, makes the most of any food budget. There are plenty of inventive ways…
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51 Cheap and Easy Fall Recipes
Between apples, pumpkin, squash, and cranberries, autumn brings not only crisp days but countless options for thrifty and delicious dishes that capitalize on seasonal fare. Whether you’re gathering the family for Sunday dinner or headed off to an autumn potluck,…
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Cheers to Julia Child: 11 Recipes for Leftover Wine
One of the first celebrity chefs, Julia Child remains an icon of home cooking whose classic French recipes and legacy live on in the kitchens of her many followers. One…
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Sick of PB&J? Try These Easy and Creative School Lunch Ideas
These days, many children are exposed to fusion cuisine and multicultural dishes from a very young age. Packing something different from the typical brown-bag lunch is a fun way to…
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25 Creative Ways to Enjoy Apples This Season
Though not indigenous to North America, apples have become a symbol of American cuisine, hospitality, and prosperity. Before sugar was cheap and widely available, apples were a primary source of…
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Eat Seasonal and Save: When to Buy Fresh Produce Year-Round
Consumers who buy produce during its growing season get the freshest ingredients, best flavor, most nutrition, and lowest prices. Supporting local farmers also helps nurture a healthy agricultural community nationwide.…
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30 Easy Picnic Staples to Pack for a Day in the Sun
A picnic elevates a beautiful day into a fun event. Preparing food at home allows for low-cost, customized flavors, so everyone ends the day satiated and happy. These 30 takes…
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How to Make Classic Childhood Candies
Want to take a trip down memory lane to savor your favorite candies from childhood without going to the candy store? From Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups to Starburst Fruit Chews…
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18 Foods That Will Help You Hydrate
Contrary to popular belief, there is no expert recommendation that we need to drink eight 8-ounce cups of water per day. Consider it a “healthy habit” that just isn’t true.…
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50 Easy Salads to Make the Most of Summer Produce
A summer salad makes the best use of fresh, seasonal produce and can be a light meal in itself or a refreshing side dish. Taking advantage of the low prices…
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30 Vegetable Recipes for People Who Hate Vegetables
Making vegetables appetizing to those who are not naturally convinced of their goodness can be tricky. Rather than relying on butter, cheese, and sugar — which can make anything taste…
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30 Recipes That Celebrate the Bounty of Cheap Spring Produce
Growing vegetables at home is the cheapest way to incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients into a diet — for just the cost of the seeds — but it’s not practical for…
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30 Spring Vegetables You Should Be Eating Now
After months of winter root vegetables and frozen veggies, spring is a time to indulge in delicate, light produce just beginning to pop out of the ground. When farmers markets…
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15 Simple, Tasty Sandwiches That Cost $1 or Less to Make
Sandwiches are comfort food, and the nostalgia evoked by classics such as simple grilled cheese makes them all the more delicious. These days, bread is dressed up with everything from…
