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All you need is a packet of Jell-O and one more staple ingredient to make a delicious, satisfying, high-protein dessert -- no grocery store trip required.
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While making lemonade is a simple process, you may find that the granulated sugar does not dissolve properly. If so, try using this simple ingredient instead.
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No one does easy yet hearty cooking quite like Ina Garten. Her simple tip for a crispy eggplant parm takes the dish to a whole new tasty level.
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These staples help keep blueberries fresh as they have properties that change the pH of the skin, while also breaking down pesticides and bacteria.
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If you've made cookies that came out flat before, you know how disappointing it can be. To make sure that doesn't happen, use this trick Julia Child recommends.
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Frank Sinatra was a charmer, for sure. This smooth Tennessee spirit was one that helped him take the edge off and relax with his friends and fans.
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One of Martha Stewart's signature pies is a classic meringue with a citrus punch that has inspired several of her other desserts, including a cupcake version.
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Egg salad is a quick and easy meal idea, perfect for sandwiches or topping lettuce. But this delicious breakfast item can take it over the top.
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What's the absolute best plain potato chip? The answer may surprise you.
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The White House chef has a lot of responsibilities and focuses on feeding the first family. But who chooses the chef and who does the chef report to?
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Alfred Hitchcock is one of the most influential directors in film, but there is some murky history behind who invented his favorite citrusy cocktail.
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The commercial production of pistachios didn’t begin in the US until the 1960s. Today, only a handful of states grow them, with one way ahead of the field.
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Frank Sinatra's favorite New York City bakery has been serving up irresistible Italian treats since 1894, making it a go-to spot for pastry fans.
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President Ulysses S. Grant served rice pudding to White House guests for dessert during state dinners, and he reportedly enjoyed it most with a tangy addition.
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Travel expert Rick Steves has eaten some of the best food in the world, but the best meal of his life was a surprisingly down-to-earth experience.
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Anthony Bourdain was known for his sharp wit and criticisms on food, so it may be surprising that he had such a fondness for this cheap, frozen appetizer.
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Get ready to be transported back in time at this New Mexico Route 66 diner, with its 1950s decor and mid-century America meals, like meatball sandwiches.
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Cake pops are easy to make until it’s time to dip them in chocolate coating and they fall off their sticks. Here’s how to avoid this mini dessert disaster.
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Starbucks is ubiquitous with coffee house culture, but once upon a time you couldn't order what is now the chain's most popular drink in its stores.
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Old school diner food can be fascinating to learn about. Sometimes we'll never know where a dish originated and why it never stuck around, like this one.
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Chef José Andrés' favorite breakfast requires just a few quality ingredients to make, proving that the best dishes are all about celebrating natural flavors.
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Whenever Frank Sinatra was in New York City, he dined at Patsy’s Italian Restaurant to enjoy one of his favorite starters: a flavorful, four-ingredient salad.
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One classic movie theater snack doesn't need to be reserved for nights out at the cinema — they actually make a wonderful mix-in for baked goods, too.
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While you won't find them in stores today, red pistachios were a common sighting just a few decades ago. And there's an interesting reason for the color change.
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Thomas Jefferson was a sophisticated and worldly man who especially enjoyed fine dining. There was one cuisine he favored that is still well-respected.
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There's nothing that hits quite like an ice-cold soda pop in a glass bottle, especially when it is a nostalgic flavor like the ones from this company.
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Ina Garten's variation of scrambled eggs often features ingredients like goat cheese and fresh herbs but have you tried adding this Roman-inspired combination?
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