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  • Ina Garten smiling at an event

    Ina Garten's Favorite Store-Bought Cookies Are A Classic

    Store-bought is fine but these treats are G.O.A.T. Snag a batch of Ina Garten's favorite cookies next time you go to the supermarket.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green Read More
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    The Worst Cottage Cheese Brand Is Way Too Mushy For Our Taste

    The next time you're at the supermarket shopping for a container of cottage cheese, you'll want to leave this brand on the shelf. Trust us, we tried it.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • Canned clams in an open container

    Give Pasta Fresh Seafood Flavor Using An Easy Canned Ingredient

    All you need is one simple canned ingredient to add incredible seafood flavor and a rich source of protein to your next pasta dish. Here's what to get.

    By Chloe O'Donnell Read More
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    The One Payment Method That Could Actually Help Your Grocery Budget

    If you often find yourself spending more than you budgeted at the grocery store, this payment method will help you make purposeful, in-budget purchases.

    By Chloe O'Donnell Read More
  • Fast food drive-through with worker handing passenger their food

    The One Thing You Should Avoid Ordering At Fast Food Burger Chains

    If you can't resist the convenience of fast food, there's one menu item you should steer clear of, especially when ordering at burger joints.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • Vegetable stirfry

    A National Recall Of Popular Vegetable Medleys Has Been Announced Due To E. Coli

    Several vegetable medleys sold at grocery stores have been recalled due to a possible E. coli contamination. So far, no illnesses have been reported.

    By Ashlen Wilder Read More
  • A person holding a shopping list in a grocery store

    The Ingenious Rule To Remember When Planning Your Grocery List

    We've discovered an easy method that helps you keep on task at the grocery store and avoid some of those impulsive buys that aren't in your budget.

    By Tony Cooper Read More
  • Front entrance of a Costco warehouse

    9 Things You Didn't Know About Costco's Return Policy

    Costco has such a fabulous return policy. But even if you've been a member for a while, there may be things about it you didn't know.

    By Sarah Vallie Read More
  • Close-up photo of a Costco shopping cart

    The Costco Shopping Hack That Saves Your (And Your Friends) Money

    Save money by shopping in bulk with friends at Costco. Learn about smart strategies for dividing costs, sharing items, and maximizing your grocery budget.

    By Buffy Naillon Read More
  • A variety of chips and snacks in small wooden bowls

    How Many Bags Of Chips Should You Buy For A Party?

    You don't want to go overboard buying chips for your party, but you shudder at the thought of sad guests staring at an empty chip bowl. What to do?

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • the sign outside a jungle jim's

    The Ohio Grocery Store That Feels Like An Amusement Park

    If you wish your grocery runs had a little more excitement to them, then you're going to want to check out this wild amusement park/grocery store.

    By Ashlen Wilder Read More
  • A plate of tempura battered chicken nuggets

    The Frozen Chicken Nuggets That Double As A McDonald's Copycat

    McDonald's chicken nuggets have an unforgettable, distinctive taste, but one grocery store brand has managed to dupe the iconic experience of McD's.

    By Greta Pano Read More
  • A string produce bag full of vegetables with a blue background

    The Grocery Shopping Trick That Encourages You To Buy More Produce

    If you go to the grocery meaning to buy lots of fruit and veggies but always emerge with snacks and impulse buys instead, here's a tip to help you out.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • Green veggies getting misted at grocery store

    The Reasons Grocery Stores Spray Produce. It's Not Just For Freshness

    You've seen the misters sprinkling produce at your local grocery store, but you probably don't know the real reason why shops keep their veggies dewy.

    By Megan Lim Read More
  • Woman holding produce at the grocery store

    Make Grocery Shopping Easier With A Reverse Shopping List

    Say goodbye to overspending at the grocery store or staring at the shelves in confusion. With a reverse shopping list, you'll only stock up on what you need.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • A Costco shopping cart full of bulk food items

    How Often Does Costco Restock?

    Lock in your haul before everyone else. Get the most out of your Costco shopping trip by knowing when your favorite items get restocked.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • boxes of trader joes tomato soup

    How Trader Joe's Soup Is The Key To Simpler Pizza

    Did you know that you can use a variety of Trader Joe's soups as a tasty alternative to pizza sauce? Here's how to get the most out of these iconic ingredients.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • Hot cocoa cookies on a cooling rack

    Use Trader Joe's Seasonal Chocolate-Peppermint Baking Mix To Make Festive Hot Cocoa Cookies

    Many Trader Joe's shoppers look forward to the grocery chain's seasonal peppermint-chocolate baking mix, which is great for making hot cocoa cookies.

    By Camryn Teder Read More
  • Costco Kirkland pumpkin pie

    Can You Freeze A Costco Pumpkin Pie For Later?

    Every fall, Costco's famous pumpkin pie makes its return. If you're saving one for a special occasion or future cravings, here's what to know about freezing it.

    By S. Ferrari Read More
  • pie, dessert, New Zealand background

    14 Foods To Try In New Zealand

    New Zealand has some pretty amazing treats, snacks, meals, and more for you to try. These are the ones you totally can't skip on a trip there.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • Gnocchi in a pan with sage

    The Way You Should Be Cooking Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi

    There are many ways to cook this fan-favorite from Trader Joe's, but some methods might leave you with a mushy result. Here's how to cook cauliflower gnocchi.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • Pile of assorted Tony's Chocolonely bars

    We Tried And Ranked Every Flavor Of Tony's Chocolonely Chocolate Bars

    Tony's Chocolonely chocolate bars may not be the most popular brand on the market, but many of its options may surprisingly satisfy your sweet tooth.

    By Devin Parr Read More
  • Packages of Costco products against a blue background

    6 Frozen Costco Foods To Buy And 7 To Skip

    Learn how to navigate Costco's freezer section to stock up on items that offer the best balance of convenience, taste, nutritional value, and value for money.

    By Ksenia Prints Read More
  • Sliced brisket on cutting board

    How To Select The Best Brisket At The Store, According To A Pro

    If you're a fan of smoked meats, then you probably have some opinions on brisket. We consulted an expert for some tips on selecting this meat, and he delivered.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Fresh sardines on a white plate

    How The Decline Of Sardines Led To The Rise Of Tuna

    Tuna is one of the most popular canned fish around, but before it became an everyday staple food, people savored sardines. Here's what happened.

    By Layne Randolph Read More
  • An array of carrot cakes against a sunny window

    10 Store-Bought Carrot Cakes, Ranked Worst To Best

    Carrot cake has many versions: cream cheese versus butter frosting; dense and moist versus light and crumbly. Here are 10 store-bought carrot cakes, ranked.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • Grocery store ice cream section

    The Worst Vanilla Ice Cream Out Of The Most Popular Brands

    When Chowhound ranked the best and worst brands of vanilla ice cream, this unexpected brand was found to be the worst. Here's why it performed so dismally.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
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