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Kicked-Up Burgers for Your Next BBQ

What's better than a nice and juicy hamburger? The more napkins the better in my book! It's a must serve at cookouts nationwide. And to think a burger is so simple - ground meat, formed into a patty and cooked...

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Why Memorial Day is Memorable

Memorial Day celebrations date back two centuries to May 30th, 1868. During that first celebration, known as National Decoration Day, 5,000 participants helped decorate the graves of the more than 20,000 soldiers buried at Arlington National Cemetery. Former Union General...

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13 Yummy Ways to Dress Up Zoodles

Low carb, quick to make and even easier to eat - zucchini noodles (aka zoodles) are what your weekly rotation is missing. All you need is a spiralizer and you’re good to go! Which recipe will you try first?Click Here...

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Gadgets to Make Grilling Fun & Easy

If we had these fun gadgets, we'd be outside grilling every day!Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something that we have recommended. While clicking these...

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7 Grilling Essentials Every Grill Master Needs

We're assuming you've already found a favorite grill, so here are essential tools that'll get you fired up for grilling season.Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and...

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Not All Potatoes Are Created Equal

Have you ever found yourself staring a pile of potatoes and wondering what type of to use for roasting, mashing, baking, soups, etc.? Not surprising considering there are over 4,000 varieties of native potatoes (mostly found in the Andes) and...

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A Flavorful Menu for Your Memorial Day Cookout

We're gearing up for Memorial Day weekend in my house. While we remember those who served in the armed forces and died for our freedoms, it's also a time to enjoy friends and family and unofficially kick off summer.I've got...

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The History Behind Everyone’s BBQ Favorite – The Hamburger

This time of year hamburgers are the ultimate food, pretty much the only food one would need to have a successful summer. There is nothing like biting into a hot, juicy burger straight off the sizzling grill, sandwiched between a...

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17 Memorable Memorial Day Desserts

In charge of dessert for this year’s Memorial Day picnic? Here are 17 summer desserts that are sure to be remembered and re-made all summer long! Click Here for Recipe: BBQ Cupcakes with Grilled Hot Dogs “These adorable BBQ Cupcakes...

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Pinterest Pass or Fail: Red, White & Blue Ice Cubes

With Memorial Day and Fourth of July cookouts this summer, we saw these Red, White & Blue Jell-O Ice Cubes and thought they'd be fun for cocktails. We set off to recreate them in the Test Kitchen.What We DidWe used...

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Refreshing Lemonade Recipes to Try This Summer

Nothing says warmer weather than a nice tall glass of lemonade. We've found simple lemonade recipes worthy of sippin' on this summer.1. Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Recipe2. Strawberry Lemonade Secret Recipe3. Bangin' Blueberry Lemonade4. Raspberry Peach Lemonade5. Homemade Honey Lemonade with...

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Surprising Health Benefits of Strawberries

Strawberries are the only fruit to wear their seeds on the outside. In fact, despite having the word berry in their name, because their seeds are on the outside they aren’t technically considered berries at all. Instead, strawberries are considered...

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Perfecting the Perfect Poached Eggs

Head to any fancy brunch and you'll probably see poached eggs on the menu. They're essential to Eggs Benedict, delicious over home fries, and an easy breakfast served alongside a piece of toast. Once you get the hang of it,...

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Your Guide to the BEST Barbecue

Barbecue isn’t just a “type” of food. In the US, it’s a cultural identity. The taste of the barbecue can determine location, region, and culture faster than you could look on a map! Each state has their own unique twist...

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Strawberries Sweeten-Up Delightful Dessert Recipes

You know warmer weather is approaching when strawberries first make their appearance at the market. They're great in jams, salsa, salad and, my favorite, dessert.Strawberry shortcake is a popular treat and if you're looking for a new recipe, try Sherry...

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Know Your Knife Cuts

After you've sharpened up your knife knowledge it's time to put your knives to work. From julienne to mincing, chiffonade to dicing, there are many types of knife cuts. We thought we'd share three of the basic cuts that you'll...

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Craft Breweries 101 – Everything You Want to Know About Craft Beer

If you’re a beer drinker (and even if you’re not), then you know about the rise in popularity of craft beer. With a new craft brewery opening up almost every day, there are now over 5,300 craft breweries in the...

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Pinterest Pass or Fail: Crispy Baked Avocado Fries & Chipotle Dipping Sauce

Avocados are all the rage these days. From guacamole to toast, people are incorporating avocados into their cuisine. But avocado fries? We saw a pin for Gimme Delicious Food's Crispy Baked Avocado Fries & Chipotle Dipping Sauce and thought those...

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Why We Celebrate Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is one of those holidays that most of us wouldn’t dream to question its origin. It seems fitting that we would celebrate the woman who brought us into this world, nurtured our every need, and spent endless days...