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25 warming soups to make this winter

We Tested the Internet's Favorite Ground Beef Trick

Mid-December, a Tik Tok circulated that left me, to put it plainly, mouth agape. In the clip, made by Tik Tok user Emily Harper, we’re promised a trick our narrator learned in “nutrition a couple years ago.” Nutrition, I can only surmise, is some sort of health or wellness class, perhaps with a dietary premise. Well, Emily, let’s see it. She starts by adding ground beef to a non-stick pan, pretty standard issue stuff to start. What happened next...

How to Make Fudgy Brownies from Scratch

Finding the perfect brownie recipe is a challenge, but if you're looking to learn how to make fudgy brownies—the gooey, decadent, can't-stop-eating-them kind—you can stop looking. We've got the recipe and techniques for you. The post How to Make Fudgy Brownies from Scratch appeared first on Taste of Home.

People have stopped drinking as much champagne during the pandemic, and now the industry could be in a billion-dollar free-fall

Champagne sales have dropped an average of 18% by volume during the coronavirus pandemic, an industry group says.

Chefs share the best and worst meals to make with ground beef

From meatballs and soups to taco salads and hamburgers, experts shared their go-to dinner recipes for ground beef, plus the recipes they always skip.

12 Cookie Decorating Tips That Everyone Needs to Know

Use our simple cookie decorating tips to make homemade treats look almost like a pro baker's best. The post 12 Cookie Decorating Tips That Everyone Needs to Know appeared first on Taste of Home.

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Apple Juice

We consulted experts and uncovered the truth about this childhood staple.

Meal-prep recipes: Sunny Anderson cooks potatoes 3 ways

Food Network star and chef Sunny Anderson joins the 3rd hour of TODAY on Make-ahead Monday to whip up roasted rosemary and thyme potatoes, roasted potato cottage pie and twice baked potato ramekins.

I tested 5 brands of instant ramen noodles and found that the spiciest one came out on top

An Insider reporter tried five different brands of instant ramen noodles and found that the spiciest one offered the most flavor and quality.

5 Healthy Rituals to Replace Your Nightly Glass of Wine

Cut back on your evening drinking by replacing it with these healthy habits.

25 Healthiest Appetizer Recipes

And did we mention they're healthy for you, too?

Move Over, Hot Cocoa Bombs—Tea Bombs Are Beautifully Pastel For Your Morning Cup

Tea bags just seem so boring now.

Sam’s Club Sells A Box Of 63 Mini Cheesecake Bites In Flavors Like Caramel Chocolate Chip And Strawberry Swirl

Just thaw and serve!!

Doughnuts Are an Excellent Sandwich Bread

Disney World has released a doughnut grilled cheese sandwich unto the world and, for some reason, not everyone is delighted. Even though this is tame as far as stunt foods go, some accounts (and some people) are play-acting at being shocked over a fairly mundane sandwich.

Godiva was more than the sum of its chocolates for me

Godiva has announced it will close all of its North American stores. A frequent visitor, I’ll miss the simple, sweet break from life it always delivered.

Chrissy Teigen says she's become 'insane' about sweets since going sober, and dietitians told us it's a common effect of giving up alcohol

Dietitians say it's "very common" to crave sugar like Teigen when you stop drinking alcohol and suggest eggs, almonds, and frozen grapes instead.

The Pandemic Has Erased Entire Categories of Friendship

There’s a reason you miss the people you didn’t even know that well.

This Is the Only Pan I Put on My Wedding Registry—and I Don’t Regret It for a Second

Hours of research and thousands of 5-star reviews won’t steer you wrong—the All-Clad 12-inch pan is the only one you truly need.

Will king cake revive NOLA’s restaurants?

We’re coming into carnival season in New Orleans—Mardi Gras is just three short weeks away—and that means lots of king cake. If late winter for you means nothing more than lots of slush and maybe one happy day of waiting in line for paczki, let me explain: king cake is a very sweet ring-shaped pastry, frosted in the Mardi Gras colors of purple, green, and gold. There is also a little plastic baby baked inside, and the person who gets the slice...

Guilty-pleasure purchases to treat yourself right now

These are hard times, but some retail therapy can bring you a little joy. From nice clothes to wear on a video call to quality items to cook with, enjoy these guilty pleasures.

This Easy Tortilla Hack will Easily Turn (Almost) Anything in the Fridge into a Wrap

The internet's latest food trend allows you to get the perfect amount of ingredients and flavor in every bite.

Aldi Is Selling Valentine’s Day Cheese Boxes That Show Your Love Way Better Than Roses

The actual way to someone's heart...

As COVID hotspots begin to lift restrictions and reopen, here's what you can do to stay safe

California Gov. Gavin Newsom lifted the state’s stay-at-home order this week, which may allow restaurants to resume outdoor dining and gyms to begin operating again. On Jan. 9, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon lifted the state’s curfew, which required restaurants and bars to close at 10 p.m., and increased capacity at gyms.

Quiz: name these popular childhood snacks from their close-ups

You may have eaten them every day at break time or watched longingly at the adverts on TV after school. But would you recognize these popular childhood snacks from a close-up or a detail on the packaging? Take our quiz and find out whether you’re a treat expert or a snacking novice.

Fact check: Health benefits of bay leaves need more study

There may be health benefits associated with bay leaves, but most of the claims in viral social media posts are distorted, exaggerated or inaccurate.

All-Clad cookware sets are more than half off right now at Macy's

— Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. With many restaurants still closed or at limited capacity, it stands to reason that you may still be cooking more than usual. If you're in the market for some new pots and pans as a result, you'll be pleased to know that Macy's is running some incredible price drops on All-Clad cookware as part of its Big Home Sale....

Fast, fab 5-ingredient dishes

How This Next-Level CBD Drink Enhancer Made Me (Almost) Forget About Alcohol

If you drink alcohol, then at some point, you’ve likely tried to drink less of it (raises hand). And during a time when I’ve reached for a nightcap more than ever, I finally decided it was time to put the breaks on the booze and find an alternative to coping with boredom, stress, and whatever

Cicis Pizza Has Filed For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

It cited rising interest in food delivery and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

I Lost Weight by Eating These 13 Trader Joe's Foods - They're a Must For Meal Prep!

The weight I gained since the coronavirus pandemic started was proudly caused by sheltering at home with my family, stress eating the treats I stress baked while not going to the gym, and overeating comfort foods as my form of therapy.

Put down the phone and make these takeout favorites at home instead

When you’re not in the mood or just too busy to cook, it’s time for takeout, baby! But, while convenient and delicious, ordering out meal after meal adds up — and it isn’t always the most nutritious option. If one of your goals this year is to get into the kitchen more — either to save money, expand your cooking skills or eat healthier — then it’s time to close out that GrubHub tab, shove those paper menus back into your drawer, and learn how to make your favorite takeout foods at home, including Chinese, Indian, Italian, Thai, Mexican and more.

Smoothie Habits That Are Shortening Your Life, According to Science

Smoothies can be incredibly healthy for you! Just don't fall for these mistakes.

The secret histories of 25 popular brands

Dirty Secrets of Popular Brands

Touchdown! 50 winning foods for your Super Bowl celebration

Score the winning touchdown with these fan favorites.

Ben & Jerry’s Is Selling A Non-Dairy Version Of Phish Food, One Of Its Most Iconic Flavors

Now EVERYONE can eat a pint in one sitting!

All The Rules Restaurants Have To Follow on'Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives'

Check out these guidelines for Flavortown.

Ladies Over 40, These Foods Rev Your Metabolism and Keep Your Mind Sharp

Yep, there is definitely chocolate involved.

The Barefoot Contessa’s tips will make you a better cook

Best recipe advice and tips from the Barefoot Contessa, Ina Garten, from the best-ever mashed potatoes to easy one-dish suppers and other brilliant cooking hacks on social media and the Food Network.

Ways the pandemic may change dining out forever

Dining Out Post-Pandemic

7 Simple Food Safety Steps You Need to Follow on Super Bowl Sunday

Talk about a party foul—here’s how to make sure no one gets food poisoning while watching the big game, according to the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.

Panera Has Created A Bread Bowl Glove, So You Can Still Drink Your Iced Coffee In The Winter

No more freezing fingers.

14 Air-Fryer Fish and Seafood Recipes

Take seafood night to the next level with these incredible air-fryer fish recipes. Find a new favorite dish featuring shrimp, crab, sole and more. The post 14 Air-Fryer Fish and Seafood Recipes appeared first on Taste of Home.

Bobby Flay makes ragu of beef and red wine with fresh fettucine

Chef Bobby Flay joins TODAY to talk about “Bobby and Giada in Italy,” his new show with Giada De Laurentiis, and to demonstrate an authentic Italian recipe: ragu of beef and red wine with fresh fettucine.

30 lifestyle changes to relieve daily stress

You’re struggling to keep your eyes open at your desk. Your heart is pounding. Not just pounding; racing faster and faster. Your muscles ache dully in the background and, for the briefest of moments, you feel as though you may actually throw up. If these telltale signs sound familiar, you could be dealing with a serious bout of stress. People rate their stress level at an average of 4.9 on a 10-point scale, according to the American Psychological Association. Ongoing stress can affect your physical state in a whole variety of ways. These range from short-term issues, such as stomach aches and insomnia, to more prolonged concerns, like infertility and a high risk of heart problems. Ready to make a positive change in your lifestyle? You’ve come to the right place. While you may not be able to make your stressors disappear overnight, there are some daily stress relief techniques you can try. Here are 30 small, yet significant lifestyle changes you can make that will help you de-stress and unwind.

Bath & Body Works Has 4 Brand-New Candle Scents For Valentine’s Day

Dibs on the Bubbly Rosé and Wildberry Jam Donut. 💕

6 celebrity-owned wines you can order online

— Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. 2021 has already had quite the first chapter, and as we wrap up Dry January, inch closer to a full year of pandemic living, and enter a new era in American history, I think it’s safe to say that we could all use a drink. After a long day of Zoom meetings and masked breathing, you deserve to wind down with a bottle (or...

Easiest Way to Make the Perfect Quesadilla at Home

Wondering how to make a restaurant quality quesadilla from the comfort of your home? Try this hack for a delicious Vegan quesadilla that's quick and easy to make!

40 classic quick eats from around the world

How to Ripen Avocados Fast

Unripe avocados are the pits.

Martha Stewart Just Made This Popular Dish Into Breakfast Food

Having been cooped up in the house for nearly a year now, it’s totally understandable if you’ve lost your inspiration to cook. Luckily, thanks to a few of our favorite celebrity chefs, there are tons of fresh (dare I say, fun) recipes to get you out of your cooking rut. When it comes to dinner,