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How to Cook a Delicious Frozen Steak
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How to Cook a Delicious Frozen Steak

Frozen steaks cooked indoors or on the grill can be even more delicious than steaks that were thawed first.

Great Grilled Chicken Every Time
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Great Grilled Chicken Every Time

Why don’t people get as excited about chicken on the grill as they do about steak? The truth is, chicken…

Best Recipes for Cast Iron
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Best Recipes for Cast Iron

Cast-iron skillets, pots, griddles and pans are becoming popular again because, when properly “seasoned,” they are naturally nonstick without added…

How to Get Rid of the Arsenic in Rice
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How to Get Rid of the Arsenic in Rice

Most of us eat rice, but most of us don’t know that rice is the leading food source of arsenic,…

Makin’ Bacon
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Makin’ Bacon

What beats the smell of bacon and coffee in the morning? Here are some tips for perfectly fried bacon…and a microwave…

Kitchen Tricks We Love
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Kitchen Tricks We Love

Four easy kitchen hacks that make cooking fun.

Use Your Slow Cooker Like a Pro
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Use Your Slow Cooker Like a Pro

Many people have slow cookers and love their convenience, but they don’t use the cookers anywhere close to their full…

How To Broil Like A Pro
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How To Broil Like A Pro

Broiling is quicker than roasting, and the direct heat can create a tasty crust on the outside and a juicy…

Favorite Potato Hacks
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Favorite Potato Hacks

We love the humble spud…and what’s not to love? Potatoes are versatile, tasty and full of potassium and vitamin C.…

Best Way to Reheat Food
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Best Way to Reheat Food

Are you tired of microwaved food that’s hot on the outside and cold in the middle? Try this trick to…

Nice Rice Tricks
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Nice Rice Tricks

Rice is a favorite side dish the world over…but it’s not the easiest pantry item to cook. And the minute…

Great Ways to Grate Cheese
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Great Ways to Grate Cheese

Get the most out of your cheese grating without the mess! Here’s what to do…

Corn-Shucking Trick
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Corn-Shucking Trick

Fresh corn on the cob beats canned corn any day—it’s time to get shucking! But who wants to bother, especially…

Grill-less “Grilled” Cheese Sandwich
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Grill-less “Grilled” Cheese Sandwich

Here’s a hack for all those kids out there getting ready for college (so pass it along if you’re not…

Slow Cookers Aren’t Just for Winter
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Slow Cookers Aren’t Just for Winter

3 Scrumptious Summer Recipes Most of us think of hearty, steaming stews and other winter dishes when we think of…