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    16 Hurricane Essentials You Don’t Want to Be Without

    Hurricane Hilary is racing toward California, and millions of people in the Southwest could soon be dealing with its impact. If it makes landfall in California as a tropical storm, it would be the first in 84 years, according to…

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    8 Methods You Should Never Use To Thaw Out Frozen Food

    Did you know that improperly defrosting food can not only affect the taste of it, but can also get you sick? Prioritizing food safety when thawing out items (especially meat) is therefore essential to prevent bacterial growth and other food-borne…

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    7 Unexpected Things You Can Clean With Aluminum Foil

    Aluminum foil is a surprisingly versatile cleaning tool that can help rejuvenate a number of household items. Thanks to its abrasive texture that helps remove tough food particles, the shiny stuff can also be used to restore silverware or clean…

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    Keep Pesky Wasps at Bay Using These 8 DIY Hacks

    From beach and pool days to camping and hiking, summertime is a real treat. But it’s also a time when pesky bugs make their grand entrance, especially wasps. These winged troublemakers love the hot weather and pack a real wallop…

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    Kitchen Confidential: 12 Culinary Secrets To Elevate Your Cooking Skills

    Cooking can often feel like an uphill battle — especially when you’re striving to achieve the mouthwatering results you see on cooking shows, but always end up with dishes that look and taste mediocre. But just because you aren’t a…

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    Reduce Food Waste With These 6 Top-Rated Overripe Banana Recipes

    While brown bananas are safe to eat, a mushy mess of overripe, sugary fruit isn’t exactly appetizing. But like stale bread, overripe bananas can come in handy for a handful of mouthwatering recipes, spanning the gamut from healthy banana smoothies…