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Just about everyone is strapped for money, time or both. These food tips will help you learn how to save money at the grocery store, keep food fresh for longer and give you a better understanding of all your ingredients.

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3 Things You Won’t See in Costco Anymore

As the COVID-19 pandemic eases in the U.S., some stores are starting to ease restrictions—and Costco is no exception. But...


Black Diamond Apples Cost at Least $7 Each—Here’s Why

Both the Black Diamond apple and the Arkansas Black apple have otherworldly purple-black skin. But one type is much easier...


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This Restaurant Is America’s Favorite Pizza Chain

People really love the authenticity of this chain.


The Cream Cheese Brands You Should Be Buying, According to the Pros

There are lots of cream cheese brands out there. The Taste of Home Test Kitchen tried the most popular ones...


The Only Types of Cookware You Should Use

Worried about chemicals in your kitchen? These cookware options will keep you safe—and deliver the most delicious results for every...


The Best Brownie Mix Brands, According to Pro Bakers

Taste of Home's Test Kitchen sampled nine brands to find the best brownie mix brands. Trust us, these top picks...


This Viral Video Shows You How to Whisk the Right Way

Why didn't anyone tell me I was doing it wrong?!


How to Order from the Starbucks Secret Menu

You've heard of the crazy creative drinks that make up the Starbucks secret menu—but how exactly do you order them?...

The Best Deli in Every State

We found the best deli in every state, based on reviews and hat tips from Taste of Home's Field Editors....


What Temperature Should a Freezer Be?

Love to store make-ahead meals in your freezer? Be sure your food stays fresh by finding the right average freezer...


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How to Ripen Avocados Quickly

All you need is plastic wrap and a microwave. And an avocado.




What Is SPAM Made of, Anyway?

It's gained a bit of a reputation as a mystery meat, but the recipe for SPAM is actually pretty simple!


The Trick to Peeling Hard-Boiled Eggs Perfectly Every Time

Get cracking! Want to learn how to peel hard-boiled eggs the right way? Follow these steps for a mess-free, painless...



10 Cooking Tricks That Are Only Taught in Culinary Schools

Cooking like the pros is easier than you think!

How to Store Produce: Fruit and Vegetable Storage Tips

Learn the basics of fruit and vegetable storage to maximize freshness and maintain food safety


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22 Things Your Grocer Won’t Tell You

Get smarter about grocery shopping. These tips could change your family shopping—and eating—habits.


50 Kitchen Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

These quick and clever kitchen hacks will change how you cook for the better.


11 Things in Your Freezer You Should Toss Out

Need to make some room in the freezer? When in doubt, throw it out.


Americans Will Eat 1.42 Billion of These During the Super Bowl

The Super Bowl is the perfect excuse to gather around the TV and eat an endless buffet of snacks.


If Tea Could Talk, Here’s What It Would Tell You

It's a symbol of health and revolution.

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14 Foods You Didn’t Know Were Called by Different Names in the U.K.

The chips/fries difference is just the beginning.


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Why Five Guys Will Never Ask You How You Want Your Burger Cooked

There are 250,000 ways to order a burger at Five Guys, but every single one has this one thing in...


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54 Secrets Your Restaurant Server Isn’t Telling You

What would servers from across the country tell you if they could get away with it? Well, for starters, when...


10 Clever Ways to Use Leftover Egg Yolks

Got yolks left over from an egg-white omelet? Here are some delicious ways to avoid wasting them.


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10 Fast-Food Scandals That Rocked the Industry

From the infamous hot coffee lawsuit to "Papa John"'s use of a racial slur, these major fast food faux pas...


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What to Order from the “Secret” Menu at Chinese Restaurants

You’ve been missing out on authentic Chinese food all this time!