Gordon Ramsay's Simple Blender Tip For The Creamiest Soup Possible
For ultra-creamy soup, chef Gordon Ramsay has a simple tip to deliver the smoothest results. Here's what to try next time you're whipping up a bowl.
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Stories By Megan Shoop-Volz
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Make Babybels A Gooey Delight With This Simple Air Fryer Trick
Babybels have long been a delicious and easy snack, but you can make them so much better by doing this and tossing them in the air fryer.
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How To Repurpose That Old Teapot Into A Gorgeous New Home For Succulents
An old teapot doesn't need to go straight to the trash. You can repurpose it into a lovely succulent container with just a few tweaks and additions.
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Why A 'Fandelier' Is The Kitchen Upgrade All Home Cooks Need ASAP
Does your kitchen get too warm? Consider installing a fandelier instead of a plain ceiling fan for a stylish yet functional light source that cools your space.
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For A Seafood Boil With More Flavor (Without Extra Seasoning), Toss In This Easy Ingredient
Sure, you could just shake extra Old Bay into a seafood boil for more flavor. But here's another easy and delicious flavor boost you might not have thought of.
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Here's What To Know Before You Put That Wooden Bowl In The Microwave
Wooden bowls aren't necessarily the safest or most functional option for microwaving food. Here's what to know, and what to microwave your food in instead.
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Steel-Cut Or Rolled Oats: Which Has More Fiber And Protein?
Trying to eat more fiber and protein for breakfast? Here's what to know when choosing between steel-cut and rolled oats, especially if you're on a time crunch.
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The Gluten-Free Pasta Swap That's Also Packed With Fiber
Craving rich, creamy pasta but want to swap the standard noodles for a gluten-free version? Skip the zucchini noodles in favor of ones made from this veggie.
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The $15 Mini Walmart Appliance Every Popcorn Lover Must Have
You don't have to get burned by butter every time you make popcorn. This electric gadget from Walmart uses hot air to pop kernels without making a mess.
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How To Turn Cabbage Into Easy Dumpling Wrappers
Cabbage makes for a fantastic dumpling wrapper, especially if you try this simple hack that can make the leaves extra pliable and durable for wrapping.
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The Paper Towel Trick For Removing Hard Water Stains From Your Kitchen Sink Faucet
Most homes in the U.S. have hard water, which can lead to annoying mineral buildup on your kitchen sink faucet. Fortunately, there's an easy way to clean it.
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The Cooking Error Giving You Tough, Flavorless Chicken Thighs (And How To Avoid It)
There's a key difference between chicken thighs and breasts that many forget, but armed with these tips, your chicken thighs will never be dry and bland again.
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Stop Chipping Vintage Dishware With This Cleaning Mistake
Vintage dishware often chips and dings more easily than sturdy modern platters and bowls, but you may be making it worse by stacking them when you wash.
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Make Store-Bought Tortillas Taste Restaurant-Quality With One Step
There's something about restaurant tortillas that's just better than what you can buy. At least you can make your store-bought tortillas taste similar this way.
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Prep One-Pan Smothered Baked Chicken In 3 Minutes (Just Grab The Caesar Dressing)
If you're in need of another easy but delicious weeknight dinner, this one-pan baked chicken requires only three ingredients and three minutes for prep.
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The Pantry Ingredient That Takes Stainless Steel Sinks From Dull To Sparkling
This pantry item often gets shuffled around the pantry. You don't use it much, but you don't want to get rid of it either. However, it can clean your sink.
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Make Store-Bought Cookie Dough Taste Homemade With One Ingredient
You can add a rich, flavorful, and homemade-like twist to your store-bought chocolate chip cookie dough by including just one impactful ingredient.
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For Copycat Texas Roadhouse Baked Potatoes, Rub This Ingredient All Over The Skin
Love Texas Roadhouse baked potatoes? Recreate them at home by coating the outside of your spuds with this ingredient for extra-crispy skin and savory flavor.
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The Delicious Southern Seafood Upgrade To Try On Your Next Baked Potato
A good baked potato really is the best base for a wide variety of foods, especially the huge variety of seafood to be found across the South.
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This Underrated Steak Shares The Tenderness Of A Filet Mignon Without The Price Tag
Filet mignon is a showstopper of a meal, but it's too pricey to have regularly. Instead, enjoy this similar, but far more affordable, cut.
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Don't Store Raw Meat In Plastic Containers Until Taking This One Extra Step
Storing raw meat after a shopping trip or leftover meat after making a recipe can be tricky. If you use plastic containers, just don't skip this step.
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Give Meatloaf A Bold Twist With This Southern Spread
Meatloaf is an all-time classic dish with endless ways to spice it up. Next time it's meatloaf Monday, try adding this bold Southern favorite.
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The Foolproof Hack For The Gooiest Grilled Cheese Every Time
Texture is essential to any good grilled cheese. The next time you're craving the classic comfort food, try this simple method for perfectly gooey cheese.
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How To Properly Wash Dish Towels To Remove Bacteria And Odors
Dish towels quickly and easily collect nasty bacteria, especially if you're always in the kitchen. Here's how to truly get them clean.
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Walnuts Or Pistachios: Which Is The Better Source Of Fiber?
Pistachios and walnuts are full of protein and healthy fats, but both also have a dose of fiber. Find out which one has more and how to work them in.
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Gas Stove Burner Won't Catch Fire? This Trick Works Every Time (But Do It Safely)
If your power's out and you can't light your gas stove burners, there's an easy and effective way to ignite them using a pantry staple.
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Give Corn A Break And Give This Powerhouse Vegetable The Creamed Treatment
Move over creamed corn, there's another veggie taking your place. This tangy, zesty veggie not only adds flavor to the cream sauce but is also enhanced by it.
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