Monthly Archives: August 2026

Meet the Canned Margarita That’s Even Better Than the Fresh Stuff

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I love tacos so much that I wrote a book about them — and the only drink pairing for tacos, in my opinion, is margaritas. The flavor trinity of tart lime, smoky tequila, and sweet triple sec has been a constant on taco Tuesdays at our house for decades. That is, until I started drinking less alcohol. I have always loved a well-crafted margarita, but not the headache that sets in after even a single cocktail.
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peach cobbler loaf

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A friend asked me last week how long it takes to get a recipe right. I told him the only answer I know: As long as it takes. I’d like to be someone who could “adjust my expectations,” make peace with “close enough,” or have the slightest amount of chill when it’s clear that whatever I’m trying to do isn’t something I can pull off, but we’re wired how we’re wired.

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Jennifer Garner’s Signature Fall Salad Dressing

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This is the dressing I make on repeat once fall produce shows up. It pulls double duty as the finishing touch on my signature fall salad loaded with roasted sweet potatoes, carrots, Brussels sprouts, and kale. It’s tangy, a little sweet, and just punchy enough to wake up all those hearty roasted veggies without overpowering them. And the best part? You just shake everything together in a jar and you’ve got a dressing ready to go.
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Tapioca Pudding

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Think of tapioca pudding as the “fun cousin” to classic rice pudding. This old-school diner classic uses starchy small tapioca pearls to thicken the pudding. These pearls are a lot smaller than what you get in Taiwanese Bubble Tea, but because they’re so tiny you can get tons of chewy goodness in every bite.Not only does tapioca pudding taste great, but it’s also so easy to make.
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