Take Boxed Cookie Mix From Bland To Gourmet With One Ingredient
If you want your boxed cookie mix to taste like you got it straight from a gourmet pâtisserie, then you need to add this one pantry staple ingredient.
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Stories By Jordyn Stone
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How This Fast Food Chain Raises The Bar On Chicken Quality
This fast food chain endeavors to improve the quality of life for the chickens it purchases. Here's how it aims to do that, and what progress it has made.
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The Forgotten Pizza Snack From The '70s That Deserves A Comeback
While there is no shortage of pizza-flavored snacks on the market today, this discontinued snack was apparently the real deal, and even won an award.
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The Best Kitchen Countertop Finish, According To The Property Brothers
Choosing a kitchen countertop finish can be difficult, but this material gives a space an elevated, sophisticated look without being excessively flashy.
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The Simple Oven Trick For Crispier Frozen Pizza Crust
Having a frozen pizza stashed in your fridge is a pro move for a quick and easy meal, but how do you achieve that signature crispy crust in the oven?
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The Fast Food Burger Giant That Started As A Hot Dog Cart
One fast-food chain that's renowned for its delicious burgers and unforgettable milkshakes actually started off as a temporary hot dog cart.
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Say Goodbye To Kitchen Clutter With This Vintage Storage Hack
Regardless of where it started, this vintage storage hack is one of those retro kitchen design comebacks that deserves a place in your modern kitchen today.
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Add This Classic Candy To Your Pancakes For A Fun Breakfast Twist
Whether you like silver dollar or classic diner-style pancakes, there are endless ways to customize them. One of our favorite ways is to add a classic candy.
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The World's Best-Selling Chocolate Bar Is An American Classic
The best-selling chocolate bar in the entire world is one that was first produced in America but is now loved all over the globe. Here's what it is.
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7 Underrated Vegetables To Grow In Your Garden This Summer
Summer is the perfect time to spruce up your home's vegetable garden. Try these underrated (but delicious) choices. Best of all, most are beginner-friendly.
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The Brand Behind McDonald's Fries (& You Can Buy Them Frozen In Stores)
If you want to be able to enjoy crispy, delicious McDonald's french fries from the comfort of your own home, you absolutely can. Just buy this brand.
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Check The Color Of This Deli Meat Before Buying From Your Local Market
When hitting up the deli for a particular type of sandwich meat, you need to check this one thing to determine if your roast beef is still fresh.
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The Vintage Gum-Flavored Canned Soda We Wish Still Existed
Bubble gum is a nostalgic treat all on its own, but did you know that one brand actually offered a canned soda that tasted just like its popular bubble gum?
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Bird Lovers Rejoice: The Everyday Ingredient That Will Attract More To Your Yard
If you want to increase the amount (and diversity) of birds you attract to your yard, you might want to consider a novel fat source: hard cheese.
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How Many Hot Dogs Do Americans Eat Per Year?
Americans and hot dogs, is there a finer or truer pairing? But just how many of these meaty delights do we consume each year and who eats the most?
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The Best Pantry Shelves To Choose For Storing Glass Jars Safely
Glass jars are fantastic for storage in the kitchen: You can see the contents, and glass is safer than plastic. The only problem? How breakable they are.
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The US State That Produces More Eggs Than The Rest Of The Country
Out of all the states in the US of A, one rises far above the rest in terms of egg production. Unsurprisingly, this state is in the heart of the Heartland.
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The Hotel Chain That Welcomes Guests With Chocolate Chip Cookies
Since the mid-80s, this popular hotel chain has pulled out all the stops to make guests feel welcome when they check in (by handing out a cookie).
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The Vintage Fast Food Burger Chain That No One Remembers Anymore
This vintage fast food chain was known for offering great deals and focusing on its customer satisfaction, but most people don't remember it today.
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What Happened To McDonald's Long Lost Rival Chain, Burger Chef?
One of the most innovative fast food restaurants in the history of burger joints, Burger Chef has faded into memory, but why? What exactly happened?
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How To Reuse Tuna Cans As Stylish DIY Party Decor
If you want to add a touch of elegance to your next dinner party, all you need are some tuna cans (and maybe a drinkable yogurt) to craft stylish candleholders.
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Don't Throw Away Leftover Pizza Crust – Use It For Breadcrumbs Instead
Pizza crust is largely regarded as the most useless part of the pie, but not when you have this tip. Stop throwing them out and repurpose them instead.
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The Packaging Red Flag That Should Keep That Rotisserie Chicken Out Of Your Cart
Getting a rotisserie chicken can make meals throughout the week just that much easier, but don't buy one if the packaging has this particular issue.
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You'll Always Find This One Staple Ingredient In 3 Forms In Ina Garten's Pantry
Ina Garten, queen of the kitchen, knows a thing or two about pantry staples, so when she says she keeps these three ingredients on hand, we take notes.
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The Clever Secret To Cooking 2 Dishes In Your Slow Cooker At Once
The convenience of a slow cooker cannot but overstated, but there's a clever hack you should be using to slow cook two different dishes at once.
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Don't Leave That Case Of Soda Or Beer In Your Car During Winter. Here's Why
Although removing them might seem like a hassle, there's a good reason why you shouldn't leave cases of beer or soda in your car when the temperatures drops.
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The Simple Method That Creates So Much Less Fridge Waste
Ever buy that healthy bag of produce and then forget it in the back of the fridge until it goes bad? This fridge tip can help you reduce your food waste easily.
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