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The Best Classic American Beer Isn't Sam Adams
America's definitive classic beer holds a truly iconic status, beloved by industry professionals and drinkers alike — and it's not Sam Adams.
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Forget American Burgers: Make Them Dutch-Style For Extra Crunch
The Dutch may have been late adopters of the hamburger craze, but they put a uniquely crunchy spin on this classic American staple that you can make at home.
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Better Than Flour Or Breadcrumbs: The Crunchy Snack That Gives Fried Chicken Caramelized Flavor
Fried chicken is best when it's at its crunchiest, and for that, you may need to ditch the flour and forget the breadcrumbs. Use this stale instead.
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The Creamy Jarred Sauce That Turns Pasta & Ground Beef Into A Classic Greek Comfort Food
If you want to make a classic Greek pasta, but you are short on time, you can absolutely turn to jarred pasta sauce to make your life easier.
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London Broil Isn't A Cut Of Beef
You might see a certain cut of steak listed as a London broil on the shelves of a grocery store, but don't be fooled: It isn't actually a cut at all.
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The Difference Between The McDonald's Quarter Pounder And Double Cheeseburger
While both the Quarter Pounder and the Double Cheeseburger have remained McDonald's menu staples for decades, several key differences set them apart.
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Forget Regular Butter And Mayo: Spread This Rich Ingredient On Bread For Crispier Grilled Cheese
If you want the crispiest grilled cheese sandwich, you'll want to swap the regular butter or mayo for this ingredient instead. Here's why it works so well.
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These Are The 11 Best Italian Foods You Can Buy At Costco Right Now
If you have the itch for Italian food, Costco's got your back with these perfect Italian foods you can get at the major (and popular) grocery chain near you.
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Skip The Sponge: There's A Better Way To Clean Cast Iron Without Dish Soap
While there's no need to shy away from dish soap when cleaning a cast iron skillet these days, it isn't as effective as using this particular tool.
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The Boxed Side Dish That Turns Leftover Ground Beef Into A Hearty Meal
If you have leftover ground beef, then you have the makings for an entire meal, so long as you have this one boxed side dish that cooks in minutes.
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Give Greek-Style Burgers 10x The Flavor (Grab One Creamy Ingredient)
To give your burgers a creamier texture and an unforgettable flavor, all you need is this one ingredient. Here's how to make this Greek-style burger at home.
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12 Smart Ways To Use Store-Bought Italian Dressing (That's Not Salad)
If you have a bottle of store-bought Italian dressing that's just sitting in your fridge or pantry, these are some non-salad smart ways you can use it up.
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Skip Pie Crust: Make Chicken Pot Pie 10x Easier With This Frozen Side
Make a tasty, hearty chicken pot pie inspired dish without the hassle of dealing with fickle pastry crust. All you need is one other ingredient.
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8 Foods That Taste Better With A Pat Of Butter
Yes, it's true: Everything is better with a pat of butter on it. However, some foods (like our favorite snacks) are even more delicious with butter than others.
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Add This Spicy Ingredient To Ground Beef For Juicier Burgers (Hint: It's Not Chipotle In Adobo)
If you want to ensure that your burger is nice and juicy, don't be afraid to play around with your ground beef and add another meat into the mix.
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Upgrade Your Next Reuben Sandwich With A Sweet, Caramelized Ingredient
With its subtle texture, hint of sweetness, and robust vegetable flavor, this caramelized ingredient easily upgrades any standard Reuben sandwich.
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The 10 Best Ground Meat Shopping Tips
Looking to buy ground meat? From the fat content to packaging to ordering at the meat counter, we share the top tips for buying ground meat like a pro.
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The McDonald's Breakfast Dupe You Can Find At Trader Joe's
Rather than making them from scratch (because who really has time for that?), you can find a solid dupe for this McDonald's breakfast item at Trader Joe's.
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Egg Salad Reaches Peak Flavor When You Add 1.5 Tablespoons Of This Ingredient (Thanks, Ina Garten)
By adding one earthy, creamy, and lightly garlicky ingredient, Ina Garten transforms ho-hum egg salad into a high-class dish packed with flavor.
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Bobby Flay And Martha Stewart Agree: Pork Chops Are So Much Juicier When You Buy This Cut
Bobby Flay and Martha Stewart both acknowledge that pork chops are much less prone to drying out when you buy this specific cut. Here's the best way to cook it.
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Soaking Chicken In Vinegar: What It's For And Why It's Recommended
You've likely come across home cooks soaking chicken in a vinegar solution before cooking — but why is this done, and is it actually necessary?
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15 Of The Oldest Candy Stores In America
There are a lot of candy stores that have been around in America for a long time, but these are some of the oldest among them, all over 100 years old.
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McDonald's French Fries Aren't Dairy-Free
Many fans consider McDonald’s fries the absolute best in fast food, and their signature flavor actually relies on an unexpected dairy ingredient.
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This Award-Winning Butter Is Even Creamier Than Kerrygold
Kerrygold is known the world over as making some of the best, highest quality butter imaginable, but this all-American brand makes some that might be better.
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Give Eggs A Major Fiber Boost By Adding 2 Pantry Staples
If you want to add some fiber to your breakfast (or turn eggs into a hearty, fiber-ific dinner), then grab these two pantry staples to add to your scramble.
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Add This Rich Ingredient To Coffee For A Creamy Twist (Hint: It's Not Milk Or Cream)
If you want to enjoy a delicious twist on your morning coffee, ditch the coffee creamer and milk and choose this rich and creamy ingredient instead.
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