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When I’m feeling lazy and craving takeout, Thai food is usually my go-to. While ordering takeout is a habit I know many people can’t shake, with just a little prep and help from your slow cooker, you can have a delicious homemade Thai curry...
Growing up in an Italian family, the meatball recipe is a kind of prized possession and honestly, a family heirloom. My father’s meatballs are some of the best I’ve ever had, and while I’m extremely biased, I’m thankful to now have the...
A lot of people put their slow cookers away once spring or summer comes. Why? Are you not just as busy during the summer? If anything during the summertime I find a) it’s too hot to be in the kitchen slaving over a stove and b) while I like to eat...
Eating tomatoes that actually taste like tomatoes is one of summer’s best luxuries. I try to incorporate tomatoes into my summer diet as much as I can - using ripe tomatoes in everything from BLTs to caprese salads to tomato pies. There’s really...
Nothing says convenience like instant noodles. Microwaving a cup of noodles gives you the feel and satisfaction of takeout without the cost. But what if we told you that you could make your own instant noodle soup at home? This homemade version made...
While ironing may seem simple, there is definitely a method for getting smooth results. Use these graphics as go-to instructions the next time you need to how to iron a shirt or press a pair of pants. The step-by-step guidelines will surely make the...
Summer is in full swing which means fresh watermelon is in season and I couldn’t be happier. Is there anything better than a perfectly ripe watermelon? It’s one of summer’s most refreshing fruits and the Test Kitchen wanted to highlight it in...
In the summertime (or anytime for that matter), it’s nice to take a break from all the screens and play a game the old fashioned way. Checkers is a classic and it’s easy to make your own set with some felt and fabric. You can even customize your...
