A few weeks ago, we spent some time talking to Ted Lindeman, a professor in the biology and biochemistry department at Colorado College. We originally wanted to know which packing material he preferred for bagged lunches: plastic zip-top bags, aluminum foil, or plastic wrap. (He picked the bags as long as we all promised to use each bag at least five times before tossing them — and that when washing them between uses, we use just a little bit of not-too-hot water.)

But then he said two things about dishwashers that stood out to us even more than his unpredictable pick (we thought for sure he’d pick the foil, but that came in second place). Here are the two dishwashing mistakes we’ve been making. Are you making them too?

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If you’re anything like us, your morning is completely centered around coffee. But just because getting your daily caffeine fix has turned into a well-worn routine doesn’t mean you have to drink the same ol’ coffee every day. There are so many different coffees to try!

With literally thousands of roasts from all over the world, however, attempting to be adventurous with your coffee selections can get a little overwhelming. Which ones do you try? Where do you start? Easy. Sign up for a coffee subscription and let the experts do all the work for you. They scour the best roasts and deliver them to your door on a recurring basis. Here are three of our favorite coffee subscriptions — and a bonus one for espresso obsessives! — that will turn you into a coffee aficionado, rather than just a caffeine junkie.

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Often times when tragedy strikes around the country we see celebrities coming out of the woodwork to raise awareness for those who have no way to truly convey their needs. Chef José Andrés is leading the charge with relief efforts in Puerto Rico this week, where he’s attempting to feed upwards to 40,000 people a day in need. Warning: You might need a tissue for this one.

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Starter. Sourdough starter. Levain. Starter sponge. Mother sponge. Biga. Chef. Poolish.

You’ll hear many names tossed about in bread recipes. What do they mean? And what exactly is the difference between them all?

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I recently read an article that mentioned most people are satisfied with one Pumpkin Spice Latte every fall. Just one. The same cannot be said for soft, lightly spiced pumpkin muffins. These breakfast treats are especially wonderful right now, as we settle into autumn, but are also perfectly acceptable to eat year-round.

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Of all the marvelous varieties of winter squash out there, butternut would win the popularity contest by a landslide. It’s the people’s squash, which means there are a thousand ways to enjoy it while it’s in season through the fall and winter months. Need help narrowing them down? These are our top five favorite ways to get our fill of butternut squash. The recipes are savory, seasonal, and just a touch unexpected.

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We all have those days when we feel so tired and lazy that the thought of assembling dinner feels daunting. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be. A wholesome meal, packed with good-for-you ingredients like vegetables and beans, is 100 percent obtainable during these moments. The trick is to lean on store-bought conveniences — like pre-cut vegetables and canned goods — and use quick cooking techniques to get the job done without much effort.

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Add ground beef to your shopping list and you can be sure easy, filling weeknight meals are well within your reach. It’s a humble, hard-working ingredient that is always worth having on hand and keeping stashed in the freezer. It’s packed with rich flavor and it’s versatile enough to be turned into everything from tacos and bolognese to stuffed peppers and chili.

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Airbnb just quietly rolled out a new feature, and it could be a game-changer. If you’re a traveler who uses the platform, you’re gonna wanna know about this.

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