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It’s November, which means the holiday season is suddenly upon us, and whether it’s those irresistible Peppermint Mochas at Starbucks or the endless piles of Christmas cookies or the mashed potatoes, stuffing and pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving dinner, it’s hard to get very far without thinking about food, right? And yet, the thought of heading … Read more

Cranberry sauce is one of those Thanksgiving sides that people have strong opinions about. Either it’s a must-have at your Turkey Day table, or you could take it or leave it until it comes time to make your leftover turkey sandwich—in which case, cranberry sauce is essential.  Making cranberry sauce from scratch isn’t actually hard—you … Read more

Make sure to add a rotisserie chicken to your grocery list because you’re going to love these quick recipes featuring the versatile protein! Each of these dishes take no longer than 30 minutes to make, so they’re great options for busy evenings when you need a no-fuss meal. You’ll want to try delicious options like … Read more

Election season can get pretty intense, but if there’s one thing that can bring the country back together, it’s dessert.  Back in 1992, Family Circle magazine created the First Lady Bake-Off, hoping to add a touch of sweetness to the campaign trail. Readers were invited to vote on cookie recipes submitted by First Ladies (or … Read more

Folks say that voting is putting democracy into action, and that should be its own reward. That’s all well and good, but some of us also appreciate treats to help motivate us. Luckily, Krispy Kreme has those types of voters in mind with its new “Doughmocracy” promotion that is encouraging us to hit the polls … Read more

Onions, leeks, and shallots are undoubtedly staples on the Thanksgiving shopping list—we buy them to use in stocks, stuffings, and salad dressings, or as aromatics. Aside from the obligatory pearl onion side dish, they’re not often the star of the show or even a featured player at the holiday table. Well, that’s all about to … Read more

While Costco may be famous for it’s whole sale-sized products and super deals on food court pizza, it can also be a fantastic place to find healthy options at a great price. Registered dietitian Lisa Valente, M.S., RD, says there are some pretty amazing deals on healthy food and beverages out there for Costco shoppers—you … Read more

Most of the time my weekday breakfasts range from smoothies to eggs with chicken sausage to Greek-style yogurt with fruit and granola. I like to start my day with a good amount of protein because I usually do an early morning workout (or at least take my dog for a walk around the neighborhood) and … Read more

Cake—no matter what kind, whether it’s vanilla, chocolate cherry, or coconut—will almost always come out better if you line the baking pans with parchment. It may seem thriftier to butter the pans and finish with a dusting of flour, but the combination encourages significant Maillard browning, which leads to the development of a thick, dark … Read more

Once you get a taste of these melting potato recipes, you’ll never want to make your spuds another way. The key to these creamy-on-the-inside, yet crispy-on-the-outside potatoes is to roast them at a very high temperature. You’ll be rewarded with a delicious potato that will simply melt in your mouth. Recipes like Balsamic-Rosemary Butter Melting … Read more