10 Ways to Use Up Mustard — Tips from the Kitchen

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Mustard is one of those condiments that just seems to improve everything it touches. With a magical combination of acid, salt, and spice all in one cheery yellow spoonful, it’s my go-to for brightening and perking up the flavors in so many savory dishes. When a salad dressing, marinade, or sauce seems to be lacking a little something, mustard is my no-fail secret ingredient.

Here are a few of the ways I like to use my most favorite condiment.

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10 Tips for Better Meal Planning During the Holidays — Tips from The Kitchn

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Meal planning is such a great tool to help you shop smarter, cook smarter, eat smarter, and even spend less on groceries. But even in the best of times, it can be tough to stay on top of keeping it organized. Now add the busy holiday season to the mix, and all of a sudden keeping your meal plan on track is a whole lot harder.

We want to help you stick with it, so we’re sharing 10 tips to keep your meal planning going strong during the holiday season.

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10 Ingredients Food-Lovers Never Buy for Themselves — Holiday Gift Guide from The Kitchn

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One of the best things about giving gifts to a cook or food lover? The chance to buy them something they’d never pick up on their own, or might consider a rare splurge. Whether it’s a bottle of saffron, a specialty spice blend, or a package of what may arguably be the best bacon around, this is the way to spoil your loved one.

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5 Tips and Recipes for Hot Drinks Made in the Slow Cooker — Tips from The Kitchn

It’s time to break out the slow cooker, but not for dinner! Use it instead to make big batches of soul-warming drinks! Slow cookers are great for gently mulling wine or cider, but they can also be used to make hot chocolate or lattes for your holiday party.

There are a few things you should keep in mind when using your slow cooker to make hot drinks.

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