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Looking to expand your knowledge of Mexican cuisine beyond the basics? Here's 13 staple ingredients everyone interested in Mexican dishes should know.
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Purchasing a salad mix from the grocery store is convenient, but boring. These tips can help transform them into something delicious and fun.
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If money is no object, there are plenty of pricey dishes you can select from to tickle your taste buds. These popular eateries have some premium items on tap.
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Plenty of vegetables can be enjoyed as-is, but some produce items are simply better when cooked. Here's 11 veggies that benefit from some extra preparation.
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Things you might not even think twice about getting from the grocery store are actually very easy to make at home from scratch, from pesto to pie crust.
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If you're bored of your basic mayo, don't worry. There are a lot of creative mix-ins you can include in it to take it to the next level, from wasabi to ketchup.
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Store-bought chicken pot pies are convenient, tasty, and nostalgic. If you want to take yours to the next level, try one of these simple upgrades.
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Many diner dishes are comfort foods that can easily be made at home. These recipes can help recreate a favorite dish if you don't have a reliable diner nearby.
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Why settle for an ordinary roast beef sandwich when you can sink your teeth into one that's been upgraded? Here are 16 ways to take yours to the next level.
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Aldi is becoming one of America's favorite stores, but not everyone loves this budget grocer. Here's 12 things people can't stand about the Aldi experience.
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There was a time when no dinner party was complete without a Jell-O salad. Nowadays, for better or for worse, these retro recipes are hard to come by.
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Take your boring, basic scrambled eggs to the next level by adding any one of these creative ingredients to make a meal worth talking about.
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To elevate both the taste and texture of mashed potatoes, try incorporating some of these extra ingredients to take your tubers to the next level.
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With a little bit of finesse and a whole lot of culinary know-how, Geoffrey Zakarian transforms canned tuna into a classic French dish. Here’s how.
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Despite the fact that rice seems to be one of the most ubiquitous grains we use in the kitchen, there are still several ways we can ruin this very simple dish.
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Yes, mayonnaise makes a great sandwich spread, but it can do so much more. Try these 13 creative uses, and be amazed by the condiment's versatility.
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Food labels can be confusing for the average consumer. Some phrases can be misleading, while others are listed for food safety and to prevent illnesses.
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From dented cans to spoiled seafood, follow these 14 tips to avoid foodborne illness and make sure your daily grocery selections are good to go.
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If approached with the wrong mindset or a lack of sampling know-how, wine tasting can be off-putting. Luckily, multiple experts have provided valuable advice.
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Many people rely on nonstick pans, but this type of cookware is not without its faults. Some common mistakes could ruin your pan or your food.
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Some once-popular Halloween candies have lost their luster. While they still may evoke nostalgia, they're often unknown to newer generations of kids.
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There are certain misguided beliefs and misconceptions about cooking oil that may lead you to make wrong or even dangerous decisions about using them.
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If you want to level up your game and cook like a pro this soup season, you're going to want to take a few words of advice from Ina Garten.
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Attending your first whiskey tasting can be intimidating, to say the least. Make sure you're brushed up on this protocol before heading to the distillery.
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Not all maple syrup that you find at the grocery store is the same. Find out the different grades of maple syrup and how to choose the best one for cooking.
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We asked several professional chefs about the most common mistakes that home cooks make when cooking with pumpkin. Here’s what they told us.
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Some well-known Italian dishes aren't worth making at home according to chefs, whether due to difficulty, the amount of ingredients required, or cost.
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