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  • Sliced honey-baked ham on white plate with herbs and veggies on a table with many sides like mac n cheese and green bean casserole.

    Honey-Baked Ham Instructions: The Hands-Down Best Way To Heat Up Your Precooked Ham

    If you've procured a Honey Baked Ham but are curious about the best way to heat it up, we spoke with a chef from The Honey Baked Ham Company to find out.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 month ago Read More
  • Several beef cuts in a butcher display case

    Don't Settle For Lackluster Pot Roast: What A Good Chuck Roast Should Look Like Before You Buy It

    For pot roast perfection, check out cuts from the chuck primal. This is what experts say to look for when buying the most braise-worthy beef.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 1 month ago Read More
  • Boxes of Costco Kirkland Signature ready-to-drink margaritas on a store shelf.

    Give Costco's Ready-To-Serve Cocktails A Summer Makeover: Here's How

    Costco Kirkland Signature offers customers ready-to-drink alcoholic mixes, like margaritas, mimosas, or sangria, which can be made into frozen cocktails.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 1 month ago Read More
  • A glass of whiskey

    Try These 5 Traditional Single Pot Still Irish Whiskeys To Get In The St. Patrick's Day Spirit

    St. Patrick's Day is here, so it's time to enjoy a dram of whiskey and colcannon. The latter you'll have to make, but here are five Irish whiskeys worth buying.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago Read More
  • An abundance of beef on the shelves at a Costco Business Center.

    Why Serious Costco Shoppers Know It's Better To Buy Beef At The Business Center

    Carnivorous Costco members who eat beef but don't shop at the bulk retailer's business centers to buy it in bulk are doing themselves a disservice. Here's why.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 1 month ago Read More
  • A customer peruses options at Costco's Kirkland Signature Deli

    Forget Chipotle: Costco's Ready-To-Eat Deli Chicken May Be Even Better

    The Kirkland rotisserie chicken is legendary, but Costco has another deli option that's a Chipotle chicken dupe. It's just as tasty and more value for money.

    By Robert Bruce 1 month ago Read More
  • Multiple large raw cuts of beef

    One Costco Beef Cut Can Feed Your Family For Weeks. Here's The Smart Way To Stretch It

    Grab this one massive beef cut from Costco and you can create weeks of meals. Though it may have a heftier price tag upfront, you'll save money in the long run.

    By Jennifer Magid 1 month ago Read More
  • Rows of deli meats behind a counter

    The Beloved Chicago Supermarket Chain Making Its Deli Meat In-House

    While much deli meat is made with preservatives and binders, this supermarket chain is doing things differently. Its in-house deli meat doesn't contain any.

    By Tara Bowen 1 month ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's bag

    The Trader Joe's Fan Favorite Copycat You Can Grab At Dollar Tree For Even Less

    If you love this sauce sold by Trader Joe's, get ready to save big with a similar version from Dollar Tree. Almost all of the ingredients are the same.

    By Jennifer Magid 1 month ago Read More
  • Ninja product display featuring air fryer

    5 Air Fryer Brands With Better Features Than Ninja

    Ninja might seem like the obvious choice when buying an air fryer, but there are plenty of other brands to consider. Here are a few of our favorites.

    By Lauren Bulla 1 month ago Read More
  • A pile of chewy cookies on a wooden surface

    One Classic Boxed Ingredient Creates The Softest, Chewiest Cookies

    For cookies with a compelling chewiness and pleasant tenderness, you only need to reach for one convenient boxed pantry staple. Here's what to know.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 month ago Read More
  • A porcelain sake bottle and matching cup, both white with a blue stripe at the bottom, next to a wood bowl filled with white rice and a sprig of harvested rice

    5 Sakes You Should Leave On The Shelf, Based On Reviews

    As sake continues to gain attention in the U.S., more brands can be found available in stores. But not all of them are worth purchasing, especially these.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley 1 month ago Read More
  • Wegmans bakery with employees and customers

    'Dry And Tasteless': Why Some Wegmans Shoppers Are Ditching This Bakery Bread

    Wegman's bakery offers customers many bready options from sourdough to focaccia to bagels. But there is one product customers gave thumbs down on.

    By Amanda Berkey 1 month ago Read More
  • A side by side image of Annie's cinnamon rolls in a can and baked on a plate

    The Canned Cinnamon Roll Brand We Ranked Best Isn't Pillsbury

    While Pillsbury might be one of the biggest names in the convenience baking game, the Doughboy's cinnamon rolls weren't our favorite. This brand bested them.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 1 month ago Read More
  • Sliced spiral ham with orange slices on a white platter with string beans and herbs.

    The Old-Fashioned Way To Make Baked Ham Called For This Classic Drink

    There are numerous ways to bake ham, but this 1800s version requires this classic drink that has been enjoyed for centuries. It creates a tasty dish.

    By Craig Mattson 1 month ago Read More
  • Buffalo wings on a plate with celery and ranch

    Are You Better Off Buying Frozen Chicken Wings At Aldi Or Costco?

    Wondering whether Aldi or Costco has a better deal or selection on frozen chicken wings? We checked out each store's options and did the math for you.

    By Robert Bruce 1 month ago Read More
  • Ordering screens at Sheetz

    Sheetz Employees Can't Hand Over Your Food Until You Do This

    Sheetz is one of many gas stations that offers a wide range of made-to-order foods, such as pizza, burgers, and fried appetizers, and ordering is easy.

    By Amanda Berkey 1 month ago Read More
  • A bowl of chicken broth on a wooden cutting board.

    Why You Should Start Buying Chicken Broth Concentrate

    Chicken broth concentrate is a handy alternative to regular boxed broth. Concentrate can be used as-is or diluted with water to create a light or rich broth.

    By Camryn Teder 1 month ago Read More
  • Hand using butter knife to spread butter on slice of white Italian bread with coffee and cream in background on wood surface.

    Think Your Butter Has Been Tasting Different? There's Actually A Science-Backed Reason For That

    Various types of butter, such as those produced from grass-fed or grain-fed cows, feature different flavor profiles, from mild to rich, due to a few factors.

    By Craig Mattson 1 month ago Read More
  • A closeup of New York Times Cooking branded merchandise.

    The Food Delivery Membership That Gets You Free New York Times Recipe Access

    Normally, it costs $50 to access all the recipes from New York Times Cooking. A subscription to this food and grocery delivery app makes it free.

    By Camryn Teder 1 month ago Read More
  • Cast-iron pans on a wooden table

    Don't Purchase That Thrift Store Cast-Iron Pan Until You Give It This Test

    Sometimes, thrifting cookware is like finding hidden treasure. Other times, not so much. Here's the red flag to look for when looking for a cast-iron pan.

    By Betsy Parks 1 month ago Read More
  • Salmon fillets in vacuum-sealed packaging in the freezer

    Why Aldi Shoppers Leave This 'Inedible' Frozen Salmon On Shelves

    Aldi is a popular place to shop for affordable groceries, including meat and fish, but many shoppers advise against buying this frozen salmon. Here's why.

    By Jennifer Magid 1 month ago Read More
  • Alton Brown with his head resting on his fist in front of whimsy background.

    The Pantry Staple Alton Brown Doesn't Ever Run Out Of

    Alton Brown, the man who can clearly explain food ingredients like no other, has this pantry staple on hand at all times to ensure he never runs out.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 1 month ago Read More
  • Fresh lobsters in a fish market in Florida, USA.

    Are Grocery Store Lobsters Honestly Any Good? Here's What You Should Know

    When it's time to celebrate, only lobster will do. If you're cooking it yourself, you may wonder if that grocery store lobster is worth it. Here's what to know.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 month ago Read More
  • Woman holding refrigerator door open with her hand on her chin.

    The 5 Best Substitutions For Heavy Cream (That You Already Own)

    Whether you've run out of heavy cream or never seem to have any on hand, there are quite a few other ingredients you can use as a substitute in your recipes.

    By Crystal Antonace 1 month ago Read More
  • Woman reading the label on a jar of peanut butter at the grocery store

    The Best Crunchy Peanut Butter Brand To Add To Your Pantry

    The crunchy peanut butter that took No. 1 in our ranking won't surprise fans, but the ingredients it uses to get there and the mystery behind the process might.

    By Crystal Antonace 1 month ago Read More
  • Plate of eggplant parmesan

    Don't Expect Traditional Italian Restaurants To Pull This Olive Garden Maneuver

    There's a notable difference with authentic Italian food and Italian American food often found at casual Italian restaurants, especially with the use of cheese.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 1 month ago Read More
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