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The Timesaving Grocery-Shopping Tip That Will Also Save You Money
It's so simple, we can't believe we hadn't thought of it before.
By Anna Stockwell
Can You Ignore Those Expiration Dates on Your Groceries?
Is that expired carton of milk really going to make you sick? We've got the facts.
By Janet Rausa Fuller
The Potato Tool You Didn't Know You Owned
A sprouted potato is still safe to eat—use the top loop on a vegetable peeler to scoop out sprouts.
By Tommy Werner
How to Buy Coffee Like a Pro
Light roast. Single origin. Washed process. What does it all mean? And how can you decide before you've had any coffee?!
By Janet Rausa Fuller
Get the Spread on Cream Cheese
It's not actually from Philadelphia, for starters.
By Janet Rausa Fuller
Are Frozen Chickpeas Better Than Canned?
Frozen chickpeas are a thing. We find out if they're worth it.
By Tommy Werner
How to Buy Oysters Like a Pro
Grab your honey and a bottle of bubbles, and get slurping.
By Janet Rausa Fuller
5 Things You Should Never Buy at the Grocery Store
Because doing-it-yourself is doing yourself good.
By Tommy Werner
The Decision That Makes Weeknight Cooking Immensely Easier
If you experience midday anxieties about what you're going to make for dinner, you're not alone. But as our editor discovered on his journey to cook 90 meals in one month, there's an easy way to never wonder what's for dinner again.
By David Tamarkin
The 90s Trend to Cook With Now
They're the secret to a better, brighter winter pantry.
By Sheela Prakash
The Best Winter Citrus Fruits You Aren't Eating
Navel oranges are just the beginning.
By Sheela Prakash
The Only Three Sugars You Need
Stock your pantry with these three essential sweeteners and you can get cooking (or baking) in no time.
By Rhoda Boone
The Tradition That Makes German Christmas Unforgettable
The German Christkindlmarkt Christmas market is a magical place. And not just because of the food.
By Katherine Sacks
I Hate Last-Minute Trips to the Store. How Can I Stop Them?
Buy them now, and you'll avoid the last-minute scramble.
By Tommy Werner
What's the Difference Between Fresh and Frozen Turkeys?
Don't panic. Our turkey guide is here to help.
By Janet Rausa Fuller
How Can I Snag One of Those Fancy Turkeys?
Now's the time to pre-order your bird from some of the best purveyors in the country.
By Sheela Prakash
Are Pre-Washed Salad Greens Clean Enough to Eat?
Read this before you take your lettuce for a second spin.
By Sheela Prakash