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The Best Guacamole We’ve Ever Tasted. Period.
By far, the hardest part about making the Best Guacamole You’ve Ever Tasted is choosing the right avocados. It really comes down to two questions—ones you might not normally think to ask yourself: Are you planning on making guac today or in a few days? What happens when you gently squeeze the avocado? If you’re […]
Fudgy Brownie Showdown: Nutella Swirl Vs. Peanut Butter Cup
Brownies are the perfect long day, my-brain-is-fried-so-please-don’t-talk-to-me treat. You can pretty much make them on autopilot, and whether you spring for a boxed mix or make them from scratch, there’s hardly any legwork and the payoff is HUGE. The best part, though? Brownies are like pancakes: they’re begging for mix-ins! They make things that much […]
Fresh, Homemade Pasta is Easier to Make Than You Think
By Nick Mustakas Making homemade pasta can be daunting and seem like something for those big restaurants or Food Network Chefs but everyone can make it. You just need a few supplies and ingredients and then you’re all set! Here are the supplies you need: KitchenAid Stand Mixer (You’ll also need the Flat Beater and […]
Date Night Recipes: Cheesy Gorgonzola Bread
Any time I make a recipe that requires a spice, cheese or other ingredient I don’t normally buy, two things run through my head: First, can I get away without using it (or subbing in something else)? Second, what else can I make with this ingredient? For the gorgonzola-crusted steaks that kicked off our Date […]
Date Night Recipes: Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts have a completely undeserved reputation as the classic “gross” vegetable all humans should avoid. It’s right up there with lima beans and Durian fruit, but it shouldn’t be that way. At least not if you roast them in the oven. Fresh or steam-in-bag Brussels sprouts tend to be best to use—a lot of […]
Date Night Recipes: Gorgonzola-Crusted Steak
If you’re planning a birthday party, anniversary or other fancy schmancy event, this is the entree to make. (Unless, of course, your guests are vegetarians. Sorry, vegetarians.)It’s basic food math at its finest: If steak = great, then (steak + cheese + bacon) = INCREDIBLE. Since this is a special occasion, it’s worth it to […]
How to Make Mini Shepherd’s Pies
Get ready to have the most impressive lunch out of anyone you know. (Yes, even the chick with the bento boxes who carves boiled eggs into bunnies.) These mini Shepherd’s Pies are easy to make, and they reheat wonderfully, so you can whip up a batch for dinner and single-serving leftovers for the next […]
3-Ingredient Crunchy Chocolate Bars
It’s late. You’re craving a candy bar (even just a little bite), but you’re not feeling like making that trek to the convenience store. As long as you have chocolate chips and some cereal on hand, you don’t have to. These Crunchy Chocolate Bars are the best way to make use of that old ice […]
Who Knew Oven-Baked French Fries Could Taste This Incredible?
French Fries: They’re one of the hardest cravings to deny. That salty, crispy (and sometimes mushy) snack is just so good. So, so good. And it also happens to be the Freshman 15’s partner in crime. Thankfully, there’s a low-guilt fix: Ditch the deep fryer and bake ’em. I thought oven-baked French Fries would be […]