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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Stories By Megan Shoop-Volz
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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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Don't Throw Out Your Cauliflower Cores, Use Them To Make This Crunchy Snack Instead
Cauliflower is an excellent ingredient, but the core often goes to waste in favor of the florets. Instead of trashing the cores, turn them into this.
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The Game-Changing Addition For Simple High-Protein Soup (And It's Affordable!)
There's an easy way to add extra protein to soup with just one additional ingredient, but to do it right, you'll need to know how to blend it into the soup.
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The Creamy Ingredient You Already Have That Takes Boring Grits To New Heights
This secret ingredient can transform plain grits with a unique tang, adding a burst of flavor, texture, and rich depth that elevates any dish.
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Lentils Or Chickpeas: Which Packs A Higher Protein Punch?
If you're looking to add extra protein into your daily routine, should reach for lentils or chickpeas? Here's how the two measure up side by side.
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Martha Stewart's Easy Hack For Better Chicken Soup Is Pure Genius
Esteemed lifestyle and cooking guru Martha Stewart has an easy way to make your chicken soup more flavorful and comforting. Simply add this unsuspecting veggie.
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Here's How To Grow Your Own Pomegranate Tree Indoors
Indoor gardening can be tricky, but pomegranate saplings make it simple and approachable once you learn these basic tips on how to care for them.
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Give Your Kitchen The Illusion Of More Space Using Cabinet Pediments
Nearly every kitchen could use a little more space. That's not easy to actually add, but you can create the illusion of it with cabinet pediments.
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Neither Soap Nor Vinegar: To Clean Cookware And Crock-Pots, Head To The Laundry Room
Forget soap, vinegar, or frantic scrubbing. The next time you're trying to remove stuck-on food from cookware or a Crock-Pot insert, grab this laundry staple.
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Here's How Often You Should Actually Clean Your Garbage Disposal
The garbage disposal is a miracle of modern engineering, but it does require some consistent upkeep. Here's exactly how often it needs a good cleaning.
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The Jarred Ingredient That Makes Ree Drummond's Easy 'Miracle Chicken' Shine
Ree Drummond has a one-pot chicken and rice dish that's instantly elevated by adding this fruity jarred ingredient. Can you guess what it is?
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These 2-Ingredient Oatmeal Cookies Couldn't Be Easier To Make
Whip up a batch of healthy yet delightfully sweet oatmeal cookies with just two ingredients for a dessert you can enjoy right alongside a regular meal.
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Give Your Bloody Mary An Extra Kick And Stir In This Fizzy Liquid
A good bloody mary can be enjoyed on many occasions, but that makes them easy to get used to. Shake things up by adding this fizzy ingredient.
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Why There's Simply No Need For A Microwave Anymore
With so many effective and convenient heating appliances for your kitchen on the market, it just might be the time to say goodbye to your microwave.
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How To Reduce The Heat In Your Kitchen For More Comfortable Cooking
If you have a kitchen that gets unbearably hot, there's a simple solution for cooling things down. Here's one of the best ways to reduce heat in the kitchen.
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The 90-Second No-Boil Hack For Chewy Homemade Bagels
Boiling bagels gives them their signature density, but it also carries the risk of them falling apart during the process. This quick hack keeps them intact.
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The Fancy Ikea Dishware That Brings A Sophisticated Vibe For A Cheap Price
Ikea offers a gorgeous dishware set that will add a sophisticated vibe to any event. Even better is the cheap price; each piece is under $4.
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This Kitchen Staple Is Actually The Easy Answer To Removing Fried Food Stench
Fried food might smell good when its fresh, but the lingering scent can turn stale fast. Fortunately, there's an easy way to get rid of the unpleasant odor.
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The Unexpected Ingredient You Should Fry Your Eggs With Next Time For Elevated Flavor
There are so many ways to level up your fried eggs, but this simple frying oil swap is among the easiest and tastiest. What are you waiting for?
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