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4 brunch board ideas your family will love

Back in the days when we happily filled plates at buffet spreads or shared small plates at our favorite tapas restaurants, charcuterie boards were a hot trend. The large boards laden with meats, cheeses, olives, spreads and breads were embellished with creative displays of nuts, dried fruits and whatever else looked pretty and tasted delicious. The good news? These boards don’t just have to be reserved for restaurants. Next time you’re looking for a fun way to enjoy weekend brunch at home, try one our brunch board ideas. Your family is sure to ask for seconds!

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Slow cooker Brunswick stew

If you are from Virginia or Georgia, the origins of Brunswick Stew could start a turf war. Virginians claim it was named for its’ own Brunswick County. Those in the state of Georgia insist it originated in the city of Brunswick, Georgia. With a big thank you to both locations, it doesn’t matter where it came from—it’s just warm hearty goodness in a bowl.

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Make from home: medicine ball tea

Don’t you love it when you discover a “secret” menu item that your favorite restaurant will make just for you? Apparently, the “medicine ball tea” at Starbucks®* is a secret no more. So many people were talking about it, we had to give it a try.

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Slow cooker Sunday: Plan the perfect big game meal

It might not be an official holiday, but the big game has definitely become a tradition that calls for celebration. Whether your family is together to witness football history, see the latest commercials, or checkout the half-time show, how they are fed takes center stage.

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Veggie packed game day foods

Game day is practically synonymous with wings, meatballs, and pigs in blankets. But with vegetarian and plant-based diets being so popular, there’s a good chance not everyone in your house is a carnivore. That doesn’t need to mess up your game plan–you can still throw an awesome watch party your entire household can eat and enjoy. Work some of these vegetarian-approved recipes into your menu and hope they last at least until halftime.

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The do’s and don’ts of air frying

Air frying is a unique cooking process that boasts the crispy results of a deep fryer, the efficiency of a toaster oven, and the powerful air circulation of a convection oven. It’s arguably the best of convenience and technology from multiple countertop appliances, all rolled into one.

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Healthy, wealthy & wise: Tips for slow cooking in the new year

With every new year comes a flurry of New Year’s resolutions. If you are one of the countless people aiming to make this year healthy, wealthy or wise, why not include a slow cooker as part of your plan? The cold months are the slow cooker’s peak season—now is the time these appliances grace countertops on a weekly basis, cooking up warm and hearty stews, soups and pot roasts. Here’s how to stay on track of your New Year’s resolutions with the help of a slow cooker.

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Should you use an air fryer? Here’s how to get started

It’s difficult, if not downright impossible, to achieve a deep-fried texture using a traditional oven. You know the one: golden brown French fries with a crispy exterior and a fluffy, airy interior. Extra-crunchy breading enveloping juicy, perfectly cooked chicken.

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