What Is Clean Wine? Does It Mean Your Typical Wine Is Dirty?
Labeling on any product can be confusing, and these days the same goes for wine. We'll explain the meaning behind the term "clean wine."
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Stories By Sylvia Tomczak
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The Easily Avoidable Mistake That Makes Your Salads Unappetizing
Creating a salad is a fun and easy way to make a light meal or nutritious side, but there is a mistake that a lot of people make; here's how to swerve it.
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The One-Ingredient Upgrade To Give Your Chocolate Martini Even More Flavor
Chocolate martinis strike the perfect balance between dessert and cocktail hour. An expert recommends adding this kitchen staple.
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The Best Oil Swap For French Fries With Next-Level Flavor
People often use neutral vegetable oils to make homemade french fries, but this is a missed opportunity to add more flavor with a richer fat.
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When Cooking Neapolitan-Style Pizza, Your Basic Oven Won't Cut It
If you're hoping to sink your teeth into a delicious, homemade Neapolitan pizza, then your standard kitchen oven won't do the trick.
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The Key To The Best Roux Starts With Beef Tallow
While butter and oil tend to be popular choices when whisking together a roux, we suggest ditching these fats in favor of beef tallow for a flavorful result.
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Why You Need Vinegar To Level Up Your Fruit Salad
Why settle for a lackluster fruit salad when you can reach into the pantry for a simple ingredient that will easily improve its taste so much?
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What Did Starbucks' Oleato Golden Foam Taste Like?
Starbucks' olive-oiled infused coffee caused a stir when it launched, and the uniquely-named foam piqued interest. But what did Oleato Golden Foam taste like?
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Avoid One Salty Mistake When Adding Bouillon To Soup
Bouillon is a great way to impart salt and flavor to dishes, but it should always be met with caution. Here's how you can avoid over-salting your dishes.
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The Safety Tip To Consider Before Ordering Coffee Shop Croissants
Treating yourself to a freshly brewed cup of joe from your local coffee shop? You might want to think twice before adding a buttery croissant to your order.
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How Long Does It Actually Take For Ice Cream Cake To Thaw?
Ice cream cake is a favorite especially for birthday parties, but no one wants to risk ruining the fun with a rock solid cake or a melted mess.
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How To Make A Satisfying Sushi Bake With Canned Fish
Yes, it is possible to use canned tuna -- and other types of canned fish -- to make a delicious sushi bake. Here's how you can make this work.
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The Spicy Base That Will Change Your Ice Cream Sandwich Game Forever
You can never really go wrong with ice cream -- but you can make it better! For an upgraded ice cream sandwich, this spicy base will add a much needed kick.
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France's Appetizer Pizza Is The Ultimate Snack For Fish Lovers
Salty, savory, and the slightest bit sweet, the snack will impress fish fans as well as anyone who's on the fence about anchovies.
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The Absolute Best Oktoberfest Beer Is From The World's Oldest Brewery
When a brewery has been active since the eighth century, they have to be doing something right, like brewing the best Okotberfest beer.
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You Need A Block Of Cream Cheese For The Ultimate Grilled Cheese Filling
Lusciously smooth with a tangy finish, cream cheese amplifies richness and heightens complexity when worked into any grilled cheese.
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The Best Way To Defrost Pumpkin Pie For Fresh-Made Flavor
Leftovers are a Thanksgiving tradition. Chances are you're going to have some uneaten pumpkin pie, here's how to properly thaw it after it's frozen.
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What It Means If Beef Is Purple, And Why You Should Avoid Buying It
While clues regarding texture and aroma can be helpful, one of the simplest ways to judge the quality of beef is by looking at its appearance.
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The Best Type Of Ground Beef To Buy If You're Planning To Freeze It
When buying ground beef to be frozen, it's not the cut or fat content that matters the most, but rather the manner in which the meat is packaged.
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Why Mayo Tastes So Much Better At A Restaurant Than At Home
Don't worry, you're not wrong for thinking mayo tastes better at restaurants than it does from your fridge. Here's the reason why.
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The Popular Budget White Wine You Should Avoid Buying Every Time
You don't need to break the bank to enjoy a nice bottle of pinot grigio, but this budget wine brand is still worth avoiding even at low prices.
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The Best Way To Store Your Beloved Cast Iron Skillet
That trusty cast-iron skillet is a staple in any cook’s kitchen worth their salt, but there are a few things you should know about storing it properly.
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The Jammy Wine You Need To Be Pairing With Blueberry Pie
Pairing wine with desserts can be tricky. Luckily, an expert has done the work for us. Here's the jammy wine she recommends sipping alongside blueberry pie.
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The Perfect Wine Pairing For Boston Cream Pie Amplifies Its Rich, Buttery Flavors
Getting the perfect wine pairing can be tricky, and that's even more true of decadent desserts with bold flavors like the Boston cream pie. An expert weighs in.
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Make Cinnamon Whipped Cream To Amp Up Your Fall Treats
Quick and easy to make, cinnamon whipped cream is the ultimate autumnal garnish to transform seasonal baked goods, fall treats, and everything in between.
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How To Properly Store Your Frozen Meatballs
The trick is knowing how to properly store the meaty morsels in the freezer so that they'll remain delicious weeks (or even months) after they were made.
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Why Canned Cheese Belongs On Your Next Pizza
It may not sound that complex in terms of flavor, but canned cheese in most of its forms could make a great base for your next homemade pizza.
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