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The 2-Day Diabetes Diet: What to Eat to Lose Weight

In the new Reader's Digest book, The 2-Day Diabetes Diet, dieting just two days a week blasts fat and balances...


9 Easy Ways to Make Pancakes More Delicious

We've kept these decadent pancake recipe ideas to three steps max, because you shouldn't have to think too hard before...


20 Easy Appetizer Recipes (in 20 Words or Less)

To kick off a season of merrymaking, we combed our favorite magazines and blogs for fast, crowd-pleasing ideas.


Simple Homemade Condiment Recipes

These easy DIY recipes instantly improve your foods; you'll wonder why you ever bought into the bottled versions.


7 Crazy, Fun Cakes You Can Make

Chocolate and vanilla cakes are great, but sometimes you want to have a little more fun with your frosting and...


The Speedy Guide to Make-Ahead Oatmeal

Try these four easy, make-ahead techniques and you can enjoy delicious oatmeal, no matter what type of morning you're having.


12 Homemade Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Hungry for the ultimate comfort food? You might just find a new cheesy favorite.


How to Properly Store Wine

How to store your wine so it'll last for years.

8 Indian Spices You Can Use in Everyday Cooking

8 Indian Spices You Can Use in Everyday Cooking


10 Savory Recipes Using Watermelon

The perfect addition to your next BBQ.


6 Light Frozen Dessert Ideas

The perfect way to add a little sugar to a summer day.


3 Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate

Did you know chocolate can be healthy?


10 Easy and Delicious Ethnic Dishes

The editors of Taste of Home share 10 flavorful recipes.


Potatoes 101: A Guide to the Most Common Varieties

This handy guide will help you choose the right potato every time.


33 Ways to Liven Up Popcorn, from Sweet to Savory

Take popcorn from bland to next level with these popcorn recipe ideas.


How Long Can You Store Meat in the Fridge or Freezer?

Food storage brings up a lot of questions and concerns, especially when it involves meat products. Here are guidelines for...


The Cake Boss’s Chocolate Cake Recipe

A cake recipe from the boss.

The Cake Boss’s Vanilla Cake Recipe

A recipe from the boss himself.


7 Healthy Lunch Salads to Take to Work

The perfect food to fuel your workday.


25 Italian Restaurant Words You Need to Know

You'll be an expert at ordering in no time.


How to Make Croustade Bases for Hors d’Oeuvres

For appetizers your guests will love!


The Great Olive Oil Misconception — Dr. Ornish Responds

Thought you knew olive oil? Think again!


Omega-3 Rich Fish

These fish are staples for a healthy diet.

10 Delicious, Diabetic Desserts

These easy dessert recipes make eating well with diabetes a little sweeter.


Bran Muffins

A muffin recipe you'll want to make now.


The Shelf Life of Spices

Flavors fade with time, so how long should you wait to replace them?


7 Slurpee Facts for Free Slurpee Day 2023

July 11 is Free Slurpee Day! Get the scoop on the famous drink before that brainfreeze sets in.


If You See White Stuff on Your Oranges, This Is What It Is

Keep this information in mind next time you see (and try to peel off) that white spongey stuff on your...