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Kitchen Hack Alert: You Can Shred Chicken in Seconds With a Stand Mixer

It's a game-changer.

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4 Simple Ways to Quickly Ripen an Avocado

For when your toast just can't wait.

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You Probably Have a Favorite Burner, But You Might Be Using It Wrong

The ergonomics of stovetop design is a real (and surprisingly complicated) field.

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How to Make Safe, Edible Cookie Dough

Everything you love about raw cookie dough (minus the Salmonella risk).

Think beyond the Thanksgiving leftover sandwich.

45 Brilliant Uses For Thanksgiving Leftovers

Instead of pushing untouched stuffing and turkey into the depths of the fridge, try out these Thanksgiving leftover ideas to spread Turkey Day cheer a little bit longer.

Think beyond the Thanksgiving leftover sandwich.

45 Brilliant Uses For Thanksgiving Leftovers

Instead of pushing untouched stuffing and turkey into the depths of the fridge, try out these Thanksgiving leftover ideas to spread Turkey Day cheer a little bit longer.

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Beyond Butterball: 3 Food Hotlines That Can Help You Out of a Thanksgiving Disaster

It's not just Butterball: Other companies offer hotlines staffed with experts who want to help you prepare the best turkey possible—plus delectable side dishes and desserts.

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The Science Behind Brining Your Thanksgiving Turkey

Why exactly does brining make your roasted turkey so delicious?

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Up Your Turkey Game With This Simple Buttermilk Brine

If a brine isn't part of your Thanksgiving game plan, you're doing it wrong.

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8 Recipes to Make With Fruit and Vegetable Scraps

Don't miss out on these underappreciated produce parts.

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How to Make an Amazing Meatloaf in the Microwave in Less Than 30 Minutes

You don't need an oven to enjoy the ultimate comfort food.

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This $800 Countertop Pizza Oven Could Help You Break Your Delivery Habit

It costs less than the average American spends on delivery and takeout each year.

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CrunchCup: This Innovative Travel Mug Makes Sure Your Cereal Never Gets Soggy

Don't let mushy cereal ruin your morning.

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Celebrate National Boston Cream Pie Day by Trying the Original Recipe

In 1996, the treat was declared the official dessert of Massachusetts, cementing its place in our cookbooks—and taste buds—for good.

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How Microwaving Food Affects Its Nutritional Value

Are you quick-cooking your vitamins away?

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There's an Easier Way to Use a Cheese Grater

And it's a game changer.

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Step Up Your Baking Game With This Super-Easy Homemade Pie Crust

Martha Stewart has the secret to achieving flaky crusts every time.

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How to Make Classic Chicken Noodle Soup With One Pot

The perfect dish to transition into fall.

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25 Brilliant Life Hacks You Need to Try

Keep these life hacks in your back pocket to make everything easier, whether you want to clean, cook, organize, or just live more efficiently.

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7 Tricky Dishes Made Easier With an Instant Pot

Weeknight risotto is in your future.

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Does Washing Your Fruits and Vegetables Really Do Anything?

If you don't rinse your produce, it's time to start.

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You've Been Using Your Can Opener Wrong

Never cut yourself on jagged lids again.

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This Smart Oven Can Cook a 12-Pound Turkey—and Prepare Your Bacon 64 Different Ways

Let June do all the work.

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Here's a Brilliantly Simple Way to Organize the Food Container Lids Taking Over Your Cabinets

Spend less time searching for matching lids.