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Rice is a staple in many cuisines. It’s highly adaptable, delicious, and easy to prepare. But nothing is more frustrating than when it boils over on your cooktop. It’s messy and sometimes hard to clean.
I tried 8 different methods and there is a clear way to stop this from happening. Want to learn how to stop rice from boiling over?
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…So you went to Costco, bought some meatballs, and now what? There are just so many of them (160 to be exact)! If you don’t plan on hosting a party any time soon, you are stuck with A LOT of mini balls of meat. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered with these recipes using Costco meatballs. Whether you want an appetizer, main dish, or even breakfast, it’s here.
Want to use up those Kirkland meatballs?
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…Last summer we lost power for almost a week during the pandemic. It was not ideal by any means. But, I did learn a few things. Like how much my kids loved plain ramen noodles. No seasoning packet needed — just plain noodles. I have been using them as a rice substitute in stir-fries ever since. These bricks of noodles cook in minutes and take sauce well.
That change got me thinking about other options to take the place of rice. The 10,000-year-old grain is delicious, but it’s great to vary your meals to avoid getting bored. Plus, it’s fun to try new foods! I’ve come up with 13 rice alternatives to satisfy any palate and diet.
Want to learn which of these rice alternatives are right for you?
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…As I was making a salad dressing the other day, I reached for avocado oil for cooking instead of my usual olive oil, a change I had been making more and more recently. It wasn’t just because I had purchased a large bottle from Costco, either. We are enjoying the buttery flavor, and the health benefits are top-notch. But then I came across an article that stated, “the vast majority of avocado oil sold in the U.S. is of poor quality, mislabeled or adulterated with other oils.” Eating healthy can be challenging! Information can change dramatically at the drop of a dime, so it’s hard to know what to do.
Determined not to give up on avocado oil for cooking, I set out to find out how to pick the best version. What to look for in a bottle and how to tell if it’s real.
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…Have you been lucky enough to get an invite on a boat? Or maybe you are a boat owner and need ideas for what to bring. Then, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you are boarding a sailboat, motorboat, pontoon, or yacht (can we be friends?), we have the best boat food.
Are you wondering what food I should bring on a boat? Maybe you are looking for a list of the best food for boats. We’ve got you covered.
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…A lot of us shed a tear when Friends came off Netflix in 2020. We were used to falling asleep to our favorite episodes. The relationships of the quirky characters are so familiar and comforting. Even though it ended over 15 years ago, with millions of streams a month, it has recently had a resurgence.
It’s not just famous because of the recent Reunion special on HBO Max but because a new generation has caught on to the simplicity of what some call one of the best television shows ever.
It’s time to have a party with loved ones to celebrate a show that we have all come to love. Want to host a Friends themed party?
Most importantly, what is the best Friends-themed party foods?
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…Are you planning a beach vacation? Then you need a meal plan! Save time and money using our seven-day plan. Don’t waste a minute trying to figure out what you are cooking, let us do it for you. We’ve got a complete meal plan with breakfast, lunch, and dinner that is sure to please all of your loved ones. Traveling with another family or two? We’ve got you covered!
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…I first came across hot honey last year when I went to a restaurant that served chicken and waffles for dinner. There was a small tin of hot honey next to it, and I was intrigued. I wasn’t that into hot sauces at the time, so I didn’t think too much about it, but slowly I started to see it more and more.
Recently I have been trying to expand the palate of my family by introducing new cuisines and flavors. Hot honey was the perfect addition to my pantry!
If you are looking for an exciting way to infuse flavor into a dish, hot honey is a great option.
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From the green shaker to the triangular block, parmesan cheese is popular on dinner tables worldwide. This grated cheese adds a salty flavor to various dishes, from pizzas and pasta plates to soups and salads.
So when I heard of a potential parmesan cheese shortage in 2021, I started to freak out. Seriously, don’t mess with my cheese! A cooler head prevailed, and I researched all about this scenario along with some solutions.
Want to learn about how to handle a parmesan cheese shortage in 2021?
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We’ve long heard of the benefits of having family meals. It’s the one time of day that everyone can come together and relax a bit. According to The Family Dinner Project, “over three decades of research have shown that regular family meals offer a wide variety of physical, social-emotional and academic benefits.”
Despite all of the benefits, recent reports state that only 30 percent of families have dinner together. Schedules don’t always meet up, and people are tired at the end of the day. Cooking dinner is just another chore. But it doesn’t need to be! Dinner time can be the part of the day that everyone looks forward to, the time where family members reconnect and relax. A big part of that is a family-style meal. It takes a bit of pressure off the cook and even has some unexpected benefits for families.
Want to learn all about the benefits of a family-style meal?
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