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The Easiest Indian Dish You're Not Making
The only secret ingredient you need is patience.


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5 Pro Tips to Make You a Soufflé Master
Soufflé gets a bad rap. Follow these simple steps for a sky-high rise and flavor beyond your dreams.

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My Completely Justifiable Hatred for Black Licorice
Just like cilantro-haters, those who despise licorice, fennel, and anise are rarely given the respect they deserve.

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Here's How to Cook Any Whole Grain in Less Than 2 Minutes
And make a crunchy snack in the process.

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The Elements of Great Masala Chai
Indian masala chai (tea) is spiced with a whole range of healing and satisfying spices—master the simple method and make your own blend to suit your own tastes.

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The Sandwich That's Good For Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner
French toast meets ham and cheese in the most decadent, delicious way possible.

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You Can Make Better Chicken Salad Without a Recipe
You're going to want to make chicken salad all summer long with this simple blueprint.

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The No-Recipe Party Trick Every Host (and Guest!) Should Know
This dreamy dip just might steal your place as life of the party.

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How to Make Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs
Hard boiled eggs are easy to master. All you need are a few tricks.

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The Key to Weeknight Cooking Lives in Your Freezer
Because sometimes even stepping into the supermarket is too much to bear.

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My Biracial Childhood Made Me a Better Eater
My parents have never tried the foods of the other's culture. That made me omnivorous.

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This Giant Biscuit Will Make You a Brunch Hero
One big biscuit. One loving grandmother. One brunch problem solved.

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If You're Cooking Asparagus Right Now, It's Time to Stop
Who needs a hot skillet when you have plenty of Parm, lemon, and breadcrumbs?
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On the South Side of Chicago, Vegetables Come by Bus
A mobile-groceries program aims to get fresh fruits and veggies to underserved communities.

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This Easy Fruit Tart Will Make You Feel Like an Artist
A press-in crust and a lemony cream filling are your canvas. Now it's time to play.

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Make the New Starbucks Toasted Coconut Cold Brew at Home
Because it's fresher. Because it's cheaper. Because you can.

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There's No Shame in Rotisserie Chicken
The best way to quit your take-out addiction? Pick up a pre-cooked chicken.

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9 Groceries to Buy Every Week if You Have Kids
Besides that lifetime supply of instant mac and cheese, of course.

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This Supermarket "Garden" Is Eden for Armenian Food
Olive Fresh Garden Marketplace will bewilder you with its delights. And that's part of the point.