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Cook Cooking Tips There’s no shame in using store-bought pasta sauce. It’s inexpensive, ready whenever you need it, and some brands are actually quite tasty. That doesn’t mean you can’t…

Throughout the years, California has been the birthplace of many fast food chains. From the historic rise of Mexican-inspired fast food giant Taco Bell to the creation of Carl’s Jr., home…

Trader Joe’s is a treasure trove of unique and exciting soft drinks, which can be enjoyed on their own but also offer endless opportunities to craft simple but impressive cocktails…

Food When choosing fish for your seafood dinner, it’s tempting to go for the cheapest option. And while we hate to burst your bubble (and your wallet), that affordable farm-raised…

What someone eats for breakfast says a lot about their personality. Ina Garten likes microwaved oatmeal, a practical and reliable choice for fuel, while Bobby Flay likes to use prosciutto in…

For all of the recipes in his vast arsenal, celebrity chef Bobby Flay is a well-known connoisseur of steaks. The famed restauranteur frequents his favorite spot in New York City…

Cook Storage and Preservation Tips Store-bought beef broth — and by extension, beef stock, which is quite similar but includes beef bones simmered in the liquid instead of just meat…

Whether you’re using them to fill a charcuterie board, making fresh juice, or enjoying them by the fistful, grapes are ancient little fruits teeming with a bright, juicy, and decadent…

The bloody mary is an iconic savory drink, most found during boozy brunches or, ironically, used as a hangover cure. The classic recipe includes a standard combination of vodka with…

Cook Cooking Tips You might have a favorite order you always stick to at the deli counter, or you might find yourself gazing through the glass, debating what to choose.…