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.
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.
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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Juicing vs. blending
Figuring out whether a juicer or a blender would best suit your lifestyle (and kitchen) doesn’t have to be so confusing. Juicers and blenders are both great ways to add more nutrition to your diet, but there are some key differences. Use this quick reference guide to help you decide which one is right for you. You may find you would benefit from both in your kitchen! Continue reading “Juicing vs. blending”
5 easy ways to keep your New Year’s resolutions
The motivation for change that comes with a new year fades fast as you get back into the swing of things, and those resolutions that seemed easy to make get really hard to keep. Make this year different by getting the right tools to put your plan into action. We’ve taken some of the top New Year’s resolutions and figured out how to make each of them work for you where it all begins: in your kitchen.
