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Lately cacio e pepe, a humble Roman pasta dish, has been getting quite a lot of praise — and for good reason. The simple pasta dish that’s tossed with nothing more than black pepper, olive oil, and Pecorino Romano cheese is a lesson in just how flavorful basic ingredients can be.
So why limit this powerhouse of flavor to just pasta? These inspired croutons just might rival the original.
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Summer is officially here, which means that soon you’ll be heading to the beach for a day, a weekend, or even a bona fide vacation. What do you plan on bringing with you to relax?
One of the great joys of summer beaching is the chance to dig into a great book. You may be the kind of person who stockpiles books on your nightstand for weeks in anticipation of a spree, or you may find yourself scrambling for a recommendation the morning you realize you need a book. In either case, there are hundreds of amazing books out there to satisfy your cravings this summer. And if you’re looking for the kind of novel that you can absolutely lose yourself in, it might be time to consider delving into the world of young adult fiction.
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I firmly believe there are few places where everything bagel spice can’t go — and croutons are certainly no exception. Studded with tiny nooks and crannies, these crispy, toasted cubes are ideal for catching every last bit of flavoring. If you have 10 minutes, you have more than enough time to make these croutons a reality.
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Raw kale stems are tough, chewy, and fibrous. They’re not exactly appetizing when eaten as is, but with a few tricks, you can easily transform these kitchen “scraps” into something you can readily enjoy. So step away from the trash can — here are seven ways to eat those kale stems.
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Whether you’re putting the finishing touches on the ultimate taco salad, or just trying to pretend your leafy green salad is a plate of tacos, these crispy, flavor-packed croutons will help get you there.
If you’ve ever tried online recipes and found them to be slightly less awe-inspiring in person than they were on Pinterest, I’m with you. In fact, I recently tried the top five slow-cooker recipes on Pinterest and, for the most part, they were a big disappointment.
But all is not lost! Those recipes could have been a success with just a few simple tweaks. Here’s how to upgrade any slow-cooker recipe so you can have superstar meals with very little prep time and hassle.
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