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Which Aldi Foods Taste Like Name Brands — and Which Definitely Don’t
With food prices going up, more shoppers seem to be heading to stores like Aldi in search of cheaper groceries. The discount chain is opening new stores nationwide and foot traffic has increased. One of the first things newbies notice…
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12 Famous Recipes That Haven’t Changed for Decades
The food landscape is always changing, but some recipes don’t need to. Some things were perfected a long time ago, and when it comes to the classics, they’re great exactly as they are. Why update them? Looking to whip something…
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Big Lots Will Reopen 218 Locations. Here’s the Full List Opening This Week
Update: Big Lots Is Reopening 132 Stores in May. Here’s the Full List It’s been a long, bumpy road for Big Lots. The chain that sells everything from gourmet pasta to office chairs filed for bankruptcy last year. Since then, we’ve…
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The Best Trader Joe’s Cheeses, According to a Professional Cheesemonger
There are so many things that Trader Joe’s does well, but the cheese section can often be overlooked. Usually stuffed with tons of imported products, you can find a lot of quality cheese at TJ’s prices. A TikTok creator and…
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The Unhealthiest Fast Food Chicken Nuggets, Ranked
Let’s be honest, 80% of your childhood nutrition consisted of nuggets and whatever sauce packet you could rip open with your teeth. But now that you know what sodium does to your blood pressure, it’s worth asking: which fast-food nugget…
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The Cheapest Grocery Stores in America
The cost-of-living crisis has affected every aspect of budgeting — there’s no way around it — and grocery prices tend to be the budget line that has seen the biggest price increase. It can seem daunting to even try to…
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Things You Should Never Buy at Costco, Sam’s Club, or BJ’s
Sam’s Club, Costco, and BJ’s Wholesale Club make items a bargain by selling them in bulk, but the savings don’t always add up. Sometimes, shoppers are actually better off buying…
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7 DIY Car Maintenance Mistakes That Can Cost You
While going to the mechanic can be one of the most classic ways to blow money that there is, that doesn’t mean it’s always unnecessary. Mechanics have a lot of…
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10 Best Grocery-Store Brands of Mac and Cheese, Ranked
Kraft introduced its iconic macaroni and cheese boxed dinner way back in 1937, but these days, Kraft faces plenty of competition from grocery store versions of this family favorite. And…
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Creative Easter Basket Decorating Ideas Are Anything But Boring
Easter is a time for families and friends to come together, enjoy each other’s company, and indulge in the tradition of Easter baskets filled with goodies. While candy and chocolate…
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International Breakfasts That Are Way Better Than Bacon and Eggs
In the United States, breakfast tends to be pretty similar wherever you go. At any restaurant, you’d expect to find the same dishes on the menu, like pancakes, eggs, and…
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Easy Slow Cooker Casserole Recipes You Can Set and Forget
Casseroles are some of the most comforting foods that come out of your kitchen. But they take some prep work, and that’s not always the best after a long, busy…
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12 Costco Secrets That Employees Aren’t Telling You
Costco is that rare place where you can leave with a 72-pack of granola bars, a TV, and a wheel of cheese — and still feel like you saved money.…
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9 Egg Substitutes For When You’re Not Paying $10 a Dozen
Egg prices have been so high for so long that they’re now out of many families’ budgets. Many breakfast routines and meal plans have changed, and some people have stopped…
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8 Helpful AAA Member Perks You’re Probably Not Using
Since 1915, AAA has been providing roadside assistance to motorists all over the country. If you get a flat tire or break down on the side of the road, a…
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Subway’s Next Big Thing: Footlong Nachos. Here’s How to Try it Free
Subway’s been dabbling in foot long foods for a while now, and there’s been everything from 12-inch cookies to cheese roll ups. But their latest creation seems like a big…
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Kitchen Gadgets That Are a Complete Waste of Money
There are plenty of fabulous appliances and accessories that can make specific food-related tasks just a little bit easier, but others are likely to do little more than squander your…
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23 Costco Foods With Cult Followings
Costco’s recent entry into the chicken-sandwich wars — sadly, only in Canada — has U.S. Costco devotees taking to social media to express their jealousy. The uninitiated may wonder what…
