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Now that Labor Day is behind us and Pumpkin Spice lattes have made their triumphant return, it’s easy to feel like summer is quickly slipping away. But don’t fall for it — we’ve still got until September 22 before autumn officially arrives.
In the meantime, you should eat as many Popsicles as possible — yes, even for breakfast.
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When I think about a traditional wooden spoon, I am reminded of children’s book illustrations of tiny grandmothers and enormous pots of spaghetti sauce. Wooden spoons are excellent at standing strong against a thick batch of dough, staying cool in a blazing pot of sauce, and, most importantly, fit so comfortably in your hand it’s as if you were never meant to hold anything else.
The classic kitchen staple has gotten a makeover as of late; take a look at these 10 wooden spoons that prove to be not only effective, but also edgy and elegant.
The more hectic life gets with work, friends, and family, the more grateful I am that freezers were invented. A well-stocked freezer full of fruits, vegetables, and homemade meals has enabled me to eat better and not spend money on takeout.
The downside of a lot of frozen foods, however, is that they usually need to be thawed in order to cook or reheat well. But did you know there are still plenty of foods out there that you can cook straight from the freezer, no thawing necessary? Here are our seven favorites.
I refuse to believe this summer is coming to an end. So for this week’s taste of happiness in less than 10 minutes, join me in mixing up the perfect coconut-infused, island-inspired pitcher drink for any Labor Day soiree.
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Happy National Cheese Pizza Day! Yes, this beautiful food holiday happens to fall on Labor Day this year. If you’re still looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer for your holiday soirée, this pepperoni pizza dip is sure to be a hit.
When you’re trying to cook at home more often, whether for health, budget, or family reasons, meal planning is a road map to success. By planning out your meals for a week or even a month at a time, you reduce waste and avoid the stressful “What’s for dinner?” song.
However, even the best meal plans can get off course and leave the home cook feeling flushed and harried; the true secret to successful meal planning is understanding how to plan your work and then work your meal plan as the week unfolds.
I come from a long line of Missouri farmers. Our roots were literally in the soil for generations. That is, until my Grandma Dot got fed up with wearing feed sack dresses and growing her own food, getting by on what you could and being reluctantly grateful for the Ball jars still left in the root cellar come February. In the mid-century promise of modernity just after WWII, she packed her bag and took a train to St. Louis to become a telephone operator who wore a store-bought suit and ate vegetables from a factory-filled can.
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From Apartment Therapy → Work It: Classic Black & White Checkered Kitchen Floors Looking Fantastic
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Part muffin, part frittata, these savory breakfast muffins boast a texture that’s soft, airy, and rich. Plus, there’s a secret ingredient that gives these muffins an added protein boost. If savory foods dominate your morning cravings, these tomato-basil muffins are for you!
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For years I resisted buying a mortar and pestle — how could it really be all that useful in the kitchen, anyway? I feel that way about most non-essentials since I live in a minuscule apartment. Then, finally, after years of grinding my cumin seeds with the bottom of an old saucepan, I gave in and bought a lovely one from a favorite kitchen store. Almost instantly, I was converted. That’s because a mortar and pestle can prepare a whole lot more than I originally thought. Here are 10 things to start.
