13 Of The Best Fruits To Candy
Turn everyday fruit into vibrant, sugary treats with crisp shells or chewy centers. These candied picks take desserts, drinks, and snacks to another level.
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Stories By Carmen Varner
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16 Ways To Decorate A Bar Cart
If you have a bare bar cart sitting around, there are many options on how to style it, but if you don't know where to start, use these ideas as inspiration.
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17 Flavorful Toppings For Loaded Tater Tots
There are plenty of toppings to consider when making a batch of loaded tater tots. Here are 17 flavorful toppings to add to your loaded spuds dish.
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DiGiorno Vs California Pizza Kitchen: Which Brand Makes The Better Frozen Pizza?
We compared California Pizza Kitchen and DiGiorno to see which brand makes better pizza. It included different flavors, but it seems it's all about the crust.
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This Is The Best Grill Brand For Barbecue Lovers, According To Reddit
Grilling season is the best season of the year. If you're in the market for a new grill, here's the brand Redditors are fawning over currently.
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14 Barebells Protein Bar Flavors, Ranked
Barebells has many flavor combinations, but not all bars were created equal. Read to find out which flavors delivered and which were slightly underwhelming.
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The Worst Chick-Fil-A Sauce, According To Our Taste Test
Even Chick-Fil-A can fumble at times, especially when it comes to their condiments. Here is one Chick-Fil-A sauce that just fails to hit the spot.
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The Ultimate Ranking Of California Pizza Kitchen Frozen Pies
We did a taste test of various pizza flavors California Pizza Kitchen sells at grocery stores to bring you this ultimate ranking that you can use as a guide.
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9 Sugar-Free Vanilla Syrups, Ranked
Sugar-free vanilla syrup is a tasty, low-calorie way to elevate your coffee. We tried nine different brands to see which one had the best flavor.
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15 Ways To Dress Your Fish Sandwich That Don't Involve Tartar Sauce
Tartar sauce may be the go-to condiment for a fish sandwich, but that doesn't mean you can't mix it up! Try these other creative sauces and seasonings instead.
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11 Dutch Bros Iced Coffee Drinks, Ranked Worst To Best
With so many iced coffee drinks on its menu, you may be wondering which Dutch Bros offering to order. So we tried and ranked 11 Dutch Bros iced coffee drinks.
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The Best High-Protein Snacks That Double As Dessert
If you're craving something sweet but also looking to hit your protein goals, good news; there are plenty of snack options that fit the bill.
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7 Absolute Best Sugar-Free Snacks At Costco
If you're a Costco shopper who has specific dietary needs or simply wants to incorporate less sugary treats in your life, try out these sugar-free snacks.
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16 Absolute Best Foods To Eat During Your Kitchen Renovation
If you're renovating your kitchen, it doesn't mean you can't eat well at home. These ideas are convenient and work well at preventing that hangry feeling.
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6 Costco Snack Dupes And How They Compare To Name Brands
We tried some Costco snacks and pit them against the most similar name-brand items. With taste, texture, and price in mind, which ones are the clear winners?
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The 7 Best Costco Snacks For Meat Lovers
Searching for meaty snacks to pack in lunches, leave in your bag, or munch on while binge-watching your show shouldn't be too hard with a Costco membership.
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Review: Pop-Tarts' New Ice Cream Sandwiches Are A Must-Try For Any '90s Kid
Pop-Tarts has broken into the freezer aisle, releasing ice cream sandwich versions of three of its classic flavors. We tried them, and there's what we think.
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9 Best Costco Prepared Foods For A Single Person
You can get a lot out of your Costco membership even if you're just shopping for one. Here are some of the foods single households should pick up at Costco.
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14 Chain Restaurant Soups Actually Worth Ordering
Whether you like a creamy soup or something veggie-based, we compiled the best chain restaurant soups based on our own dining experiences and positive reviews.
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11 Canned Soups You Can Turn Into Delicious Pasta Sauce
Canned soups are fine on their own, but there are plenty of tasty ways to incorporate them into pasta dishes to elevate the flavor and get creative.
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The High-Protein Cereal We Bring Home Every Time We Grocery Shop
it made our hearts (and taste buds) sing when we found this protein cereal, an option that's not only scrumptious but has a crisp texture to pair with milk.
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7 Absolute Best Chain Restaurant Chocolate Cakes
Not all chocolate cake is created equal, but these chain restaurants offer something for everyone, from decadent, fudgy slices to drier cake with choco chips.
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11 Of The Best Mini Foods You Can Buy At Costco
Costco may be known for going big, but the chain has plenty of small goodies, too! Here are some of the best mini foods you can buy at Costco.
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9 Must-Have Frozen Foods From Costco And 7 You Can Leave Behind
Costco has no shortage of frozen food items, but since there's only so much room in your freezer, we've narrowed down what makes each item a hit or a miss.
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Trader Joe's Vs Aldi: Which Store Has The Best Sweet Snacks?
Trader Joe's and Aldi go head-to-head in a sweet snack showdown. From cookies to caramels, here's which treats are worth grabbing and which miss the mark.
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The 6 Best Chain Restaurant Salmon Dishes
Salmon is a popular light entrée at many chain restaurants. Here are the chains worth visiting if you're craving a flavorful filet served with tasty sides.
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We Tried This TikTok-Favorite Disneyland Food Hack And It Did Not Live Up To The Hype
I recently saw a TikTok hack where users tried a captivating combination. So, I volunteered myself to test it out to see if it was worth your time and dollars.
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