So, does Goya really make the best canned chickpeas around? We tasted a slew of the most widely available cans of chickpeas to find out.

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We already know that the combination of noodles and peanut sauce is a winning one, so don’t skip on bringing that magic to ramen soup. Sounds odd at first, but the resulting rich and nutty broth will have you thinking otherwise.

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You might not be traveling to Oktoberfest this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make a recipe (or two) that celebrates some of Germany’s iconic flavors and dishes. Whether it’s a hearty pot roast, a quick weeknight meal of kielbasa and Brussels sprouts, or a dozen gorgeous Black Forest cupcakes, this roundup of recipes for Oktoberfest has you covered.

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Lentils are a hearty addition to any dish, yet they are often an underused ingredient. They cook quickly, especially when compared to other legumes or beans, and are just as versatile (they work in burgers, soups, and salads). So if you aren’t in the habit yet, making a big batch on Sunday means a week of delicious meals at your fingertips. Whether you’re new to lentils or just want a refresher on cooking them, here are five tips to help you make a pot to be proud of.

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What do most of us do every day — and, let’s be honest, many times a day? Yes, drink a nice cup of coffee or tea. Now, how many of us have a designated coffee cart in our homes? Crickets. That’s what I thought. Why not give the ritual we hold so dear a platform to live on? IKEA’s RÅSKOG cart proves its usefulness once again.

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Germany is, of course, known for its Wurst. But its sausage obsession goes beyond your standard Brats. There are Knackwursts and Bierwursts, Liverwursts and Weisswursts, and in Berlin, where I live, the most street-food snack love goes to Currywurst.

But sausage isn’t the only meaty treat in town. For disco-loving Berliners, the preferred late-night repast is actually the Döner Kebab.

But which is better? Read on — and decide for yourself.

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You simmer up a big pot of soup and it’s just too brothy for your liking — what to do? Head to the pantry. There’s a smart ingredient that thickens soups and sauces that you might never have thought to use before.

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When you buy pans at the store, their size is clearly labeled, but when you inherit them from family or find them at a garage sale, it’s a little harder to decide. You may have a good eye for these things, but for those of us less fortunate, here’s a quick and easy tip for finding the volume of baking pans. Knowing the size you have on hand can make or break a recipe.

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There’s something about Rice Krispies Treats that already make them seem fit for the Halloween season — perhaps it’s that candy-like, extra-gooey thing they have going on — but with the addition of candy corn, they become the perfect treat.

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