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Since vodka has quite a neutral taste, it pairs well with almost anything. That includes soda, fruit juice, chocolate, cream, tomato juice, and even peanut butter. The trick to making vodka cocktails is to start with decent vodka. If you go for something cheap, chances are your drink will taste like nail polish remover. Instead, spend a little extra, and you’ll find vodka can be creamy, spicy, and citrusy. And let’s not forget it’s one of the healthiest spirits around!...

Tortillas are a type of unleavened flatbread that you’ll most often see with a whole slew of scrumptious Mexican meals. Of course, you can never go wrong with a warm and gooey quesadilla, and I go weak in the knees when I think about tacos and taquitos. That said, I’m very excited to try some sweet and juicy strawberry tacos, not to mention, the sinful s’mores crunch wrap! 1. Air Fryer Quesadillas I had to start with a classic, and it doesn’t get more nostalgic than a good old-fashioned quesadilla....

While these colorful sides might not be the main event, they’ll add oomph to any celebration. So much so that I give them the same amount of love as I do the burgers, hotdogs, and steaks. After all, the more options at a BBQ, the better! I know I’ll be making more than one of these tasty 4th of July side dishes. What about you? 1. Watermelon Blueberry Salad This summery salad looks so stunning in red, white, and blue!...

There are 34 apps to choose from, so whatever you’re in the mood for, I’m sure there’s something here for you in this collection. Some of these starters are naturally vegan, such as Tokyo fries and roasted almonds. Others call for meat and dairy replacements, like the cauliflower wings and eggplant meatballs. All of them are too delectable not to try. And even if there are some meat-eaters joining the party, I’m sure they’ll enjoy these vegan appetizers, too....

Small in size but big on flavor: you can’t go wrong with any of these incredible recipes. After all, mini sandwiches are great for any occasion – whether it’s a birthday party snack, game day appetizer, or a regular Thursday night family dinner. There’s a lot to try on this list of slider recipes, so let’s not waste any more time. Ready to dig in? I know I am!...

Preparation Cookware can last for decades, so long as you purchase yours from a lauded company. Quality pots and pans, however, are often pricey—which is why scooping up items from your favorite brands while they are on sale is always a smart move. And if you love All-Clad, a top-of-the-line cookware retailer, you’re in luck: The company is currently hosting a sale on its most popular items during a limited-time VIP event....

Preparation She said, “oui,” which means congratulations are in order for Avril Lavigne and Mod Sun! The pair announced their engagement on Instagram with a slideshow of photos taken in Paris, France; Sun popped the question with the Eiffel Tower in the background. “Oui! Je t’aime pour toujours. Dimanche. 27. Mars. 2022,” the singer and songwriter captioned her photos. Lavigne noted that she couldn’t have imagined a better marriage proposal: “It was the most perfect, romantic proposal I could ever ask for,” she told People....

Preparation Chemical exfoliants are composed of acids that, when applied topically, reveal a smoother, clearer complexion over time. Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jessica Chwalek explains that these acids help loosen the bonds between skin cells, which results in shedding; certain types, she adds, can even help fade dark spots and clear acne. They’re relatively easy to spot on an ingredient list. Dr. Dendy Engelman of the Shafer Clinic says that the most common chemical exfoliants are alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), which include glycolic, mandelic, and lactic acids, and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs), like salicylic acid....

Greek chicken is one of my favorites. The taste is so vibrant! When you pick up a piece and bite in, you’re immediately greeted with a burst of flavors including lemon, garlic and pepper leading the way. And oh my goodness… the chicken comes out absolutely amazing in your air fryer. We start with fresh chicken thighs that are bone-in and skin-on. Feel free to trim away any excess skin or fat....

Chicken Thighs are Perfect for Instant Pot Cooking Chicken thighs are an excellent meal to make in an Instant Pot. They hold up great to pressure cooking and don’t need to be shredded to enjoy. For this recipe we use 4 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs with a simple seasoning mix that gives it a wonderful and traditional roasted chicken flavor. And we can enjoy the chicken with a knife and fork....

2 lb blackberries, fresh or slightly underripe 1½ cups granulated sugar 2 tbsp liquid pectin, optional, but necessary if using overripe blackberries 1 lemon, juiced Wash the berries in salted water and drain. Place the berries and sugar in a medium saucepot. Heat it up to medium until boiling. Turn the heat to low. Using a fork or potato masher, mash the berries. Add the pectin at this point, if using....

Make this with any fruit you want – fresh, frozen or even dried! Blueberry Bread Loaf This is a quick bread recipe, and is aptly named as such because it is so quick to prepare. Once you pull out your tub of flour, sugar and other ingredients onto the counter, it will honestly take you less than 10 minutes to prepare. In fact, you will probably have to start preheating your oven before you start preparing the batter....

For many, non-stick pans are heaven-sent. No need for extra oil, and no sticking to meat and vegetables, which means less time to clean the pan. More importantly, non-stick pans keep your seasonings intact, so you get better meals. The only problem is, the coating can deteriorate over time. The reason for this damage is merely scratching, caused by cleaning or using a metal spatula. They’re quite high maintenance, but if you care for them, you can extend your pans’ lives for more than three years....

After more ideas? Browse all my roast lamb recipes! Fork-tender, authentic Greek Slow Roast Leg of Lamb All around the world this weekend, there will be gatherings of family and friends to celebrate Easter. I was quite interested to learn that ham is very popular in America. Here in Australia, it’s all about roast lamb and seafood. I love a good roast lamb! I’ve shared quite a few of them – from a classic Roast Lamb Leg, to a Slow Roast Leg of Lamb (fall apart tender!...

Preparation If you’re like celebrity makeup artist Jillian Dempsey, then you believe that less is more—especially when it comes to makeup. But with ever-expanding product categories and a seemingly endless array of options, finding the key formulas necessary for an effective, streamlined beauty regimen is no small feat. That’s why we chatted with Dempsey and a few other experts about curating an essentials-only makeup kit. So, if you’re looking to downsize your current collection and pare down your routine, you have come to the correct place—ahead, discover the five products you truly need in your bag....

Preparation If you have a deep freezer, also known as a chest freezer, you know how hard it can be to find an organizing system that works. Unlike a pantry or refrigerator, these types of freezers typically don’t have built-in shelving, which makes it difficult for you to see your inventory. But with a few simple solutions and regular maintenance, you can easily streamline your deep freezer and make it a space you don’t dread storing food in....

Moroccan Baked Eggplant with Beef I promised you more recipes that taste amazing, are satisfying and yet low in calories. And this one hits it out of the park. Other than using lean ground beef (mince), I didn’t do anything to convert this into a “skinny” version. This is simply how I make it. The key is the baked eggplant has been smeared with a Middle Eastern spice called Chermoula before cooking....

I purchased a Costco-sized bottle of POM juice on a whim and have been wanting to use it up. And since I picked up a bag of blood oranges at the Farmer’s Market the other day, I decided to combine the two and use them in a sorbet. My latest yummy sorbet experiment: Pomegranate and Blood Orange Sorbet. Here’s the How-To: Mix brown sugar with water & boil it down a little bit....

This stovetop Macaroni and Cheese is a perfect classic – and it just happens to be made in one pot. Butter, flour, pasta, milk, cheese and a few seasonings is all you need to make this epic classic that’s on the table super quick! MY GO-TO MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE Of all the versions of Mac and Cheese I have, this Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese is the one that I use most frequently because the effort vs output is off the richter scale....

Preparation For 40 years, the pros at Butterball’s Turkey Talk-Line have been answering turkey-related questions from home cooks throughout the holiday season. The line is open every November and December, and 50 experts answer more than 100,000 questions posed by thousands of households across the United States and Canada. They’re even available via online chat, email, text, Facebook, Instagram, and now TikTok, which is new this year. We wondered what turkey dilemmas come up most year after year so we talked to Bill Nolan, who, in the course of his career on the line, has helped countless cooks solve their turkey-related quandaries....