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5 Healthy Pantry Items I Always Buy at Dollar Tree

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I’m the principal target for good marketing and aesthetics—the allure of carefully designed packaging, well-curated shelves and beautiful branding always pulls me in. There’s something extra satisfying about a product that serves a purpose and looks great on your countertop. But while the allure of a fun, boutique vibe is hard to resist, I’m probably … Read more

Creamy Cider-Braised Chicken and Leeks Recipe

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Step 1 Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 350°. Sprinkle 2½–3-lb. skin-on, bone-in chicken leg quarters (about 4 large) all over with 1 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt; season generously with freshly ground pepper. Pour 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil into a cold large ovenproof high-sided skillet. Arrange … Read more

Beef and Barley Stew Recipe

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Beef and barley soup is a comfort food classic, but the amount of time it takes to transform tough cuts of beef into shreddy morsels makes it far from a weeknight affair. (Think: Three to four hours.) Enter: This quick, truly weeknight-friendly version of the winter staple that goes from pot to bowl in a … Read more

Chicken Meatballs With Sesame Green Beans Recipe

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Step 1 Preheat oven to 450°. Remove dark green tops from 3 scallions and thinly slice; set aside for serving. Finely chop remaining white and pale green parts; transfer to a large bowl. Add 1 large egg, 2 garlic cloves, finely grated, ½ cup panko, ¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive … Read more

Colossal Crème Brûlée Recipe | Epicurious

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This oversized crème brûlée is the centerpiece your dinner table is begging for. Whip one up for the holidays, a special anniversary, or Valentine’s Day. It’s served in one big ole dish—no need to fuss over individual ramekins that only see the light of day once a year. It’s perfect for sharing: Just grab a … Read more

Mushrooms au Poivre Recipe | Epicurious

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Step 1 Place 2 Tbsp. black peppercorns on a cutting board or seal in a resealable plastic bag and coarsely crush with a large stainless-steel skillet or heavy pot. (Or, coarsely chop with a knife. They should be a lot coarser than what you would typically season with.) Step 2 Toss 2 lb. mixed mushrooms, … Read more

Lemon-Chile Calamari Pasta Recipe | Epicurious

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They don’t tell you this, but with 1 lb. of squid in your refrigerator, you are 20 minutes from a summery, seaside Italian vacation—regardless of your actual location or the time of year. This weeknight-friendly dish comes together in a flash with the help of kitchen staples that never go out of season, like lemon, … Read more

Black Pepper Panisses With Cheddar Recipe

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Made from chickpea flour, panisses are french-fry-like fritters common in parts of Italy and Southern France. Hot, crisp, and salty, they bear all the characteristics of a great snack to pair with drinks. The earthy, almost astringent quality of the chickpea flour is offset by a not inconsiderable amount of indulgent butter and aged sharp … Read more

Garlic & Herb Breaded Delicata Squash

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Say hello to your new favorite fall side! This roasted delicata squash has a savory, salty, garlic & herb breading that’s kind of irresistible. Let’s just say, there may or may not have been leftovers in the test kitchen… Just 7 simple ingredients and 30 minutes required, making it perfect for everything from weeknights to … Read more