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One of the great joys of summer, as every gardener knows, is a cool, crunchy, fresh cucumber. Often overlooked as an uninspiring salad staple, the humble cucumber actually has a distinct flavor of its own and a great freshness which is a delightful addition to many cocktails. Cucumber works naturally in savory-focused drinks incorporating ingredients like basil or celery, but it also goes extremely well with citrus, particularly lime juice, and can even work in sweeter drinks if it’s balanced carefully.

Cool, refreshing, and the taste of summer - cucumber is an underrated cocktail ingredient

Even if you’re not familiar with his music, you’ve likely heard of Snoop Dogg. The California-born rapper was front and center at the Paris Olympics cheering on Team USA and now he's gearing up for his fall run as a coach on The Voice. You might be surprised to know that he occasionally dives into the culinary world as well.

Snoop Dogg Just Released a New Ice Cream Flavor

While chefs can create deliciously smoky cuts of meat with the help of a charcoal grill, this method requires plenty of patience for home cooks to learn about and master. So, if your charcoal grilling endeavors have been lackluster thus far, we might know the source of your woes. When it comes to grilling, it's all about timing, and the charcoal mistake that's probably killing your barbecue is rushing the coals.

The Charcoal Mistake That's Killing Your Barbecue

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The humble avocado is so much more than just an ingredient in guacamole. This bumpy green fruit has a history steeped in Mesoamerican mythology and folklore.

The Mesoamerican Lore Of The Avocado

With its springy noodles, savory tomato sauce, and luscious layers of cheese, lasagna is the ultimate comfort food. Yet many home cooks have likely had a few experiences where their lasagna didn't come out exactly as they'd planned. Perhaps the finished product was soupy, or didn't pack the expected punch of flavors as the same dish you'd order from your favorite Italian restaurant.

Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Lasagna

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Summer is the ideal time to kick back and relax with a thirst-quenching drink. And here at Woman’s World we’re always looking for fun ways to put a spin on a classic. That’s what inspired us to come up with this Cucumber-Mint Spritzers recipe. Agua fresca (literally...

Ultra-Refreshing Cucumber-Mint Spritzers Recipe Will Be Your Go-to Summer Sip

Broiling is a cooking method that uses intense, direct heat from the oven's top element to sear and brown food quickly. It's particularly effective for creating a crispy finish on top of casseroles (think a nice, crunchy macaroni and cheese crust) or even quickly cooking a perfect steak. This high-heat process, however, can easily lead to overcooked or burnt dishes if not closely monitored. One effective way to prevent this is by leaving the oven door slightly ajar while broiling.

Why You Should Keep Your Oven Door Open While Broiling

Classic Caesar salad may look less colorful and busy than a regular house salad, but it packs a wallop of tangy, creamy, umami (not salty!) flavor you don't find in other salads. A Caesar typically contains only romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons, and the eponymous dressing — a simple lineup. Obviously, the dressing is where the flavor lives in a Caesar, but if you've ever bought a bottle of it at the store hoping to replicate the intense, savory experience you got at a restaurant, you've probably been disappointed.

Why Does Restaurant Caesar Dressing Taste So Much Better Than Store-Bought?

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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Few things scream SUMMER quite like a tall, cold glass lemonade. Whether poured over ice, mixed with spirits, or frozen into a popsicle, the refreshingly sweet-tart drink is liquid sunshine. And while you probably have everything you need — lemons, sugar, water — to make a pitcher from scratch, the savviest of shoppers (and hosts) know when to call in the reinforcements.

We Tried a Dozen Store-Bought Lemonades, and No One Saw the $4 Winner Coming (It Tastes Homemade!)

Baked potatoes are a filling side dish with a mild flavor that pairs with so many meals; plus, you can customize them however you want with additional toppings. But if you're not a potato expert, you might be missing out on some easy tips, tricks, and techniques to build the perfect baked potato.

You're Doing It All Wrong - How To Make A Baked Potato

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"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

James Bond was just scratching the surface of mystifying martini scenarios. If you order or make a classic martini recipe, a series of questions arises before you can take that first sip: Shaken or stirred? Gin or vodka? Dry or wet? Dirty or not? With a lemon twist or olives?

Beat the Trend By Shaking Up a Kalamata Olive Martini Before Everyone Else

Even if our summer adventures are coming to an end, Lay’s is making sure our tastebuds get to keep traveling the world. Earlier this year, Lay’s took us on an American road trip with four flavors that celebrated the states from coast to coast. Then, just a few weeks ago, the snack brand sent us on an international vacation with flavors inspired by the rich cuisines of Greece, India, and Korea.

Lay’s Quietly Rolled Out a Brand-New Flavor for a Limited Time

Trader Joe's is known for its delicious, unique-flavored snacks, and its potato chips are no exception. While there are tried-and-true crispy options, specialty selections like white truffle and Carolina Gold barbecue stand out from the pack. There are also a few different texture varieties, including multiple ridge cut styles and even a super crispy lattice cut chip. They're budget-friendly, too, so even when I'm looking for the best value, there are always a couple of options to add to my cart. My snack strategy includes a classic chip that I know I'll like, such as ridges or salty favorites, as well as a new flavor or texture variety to spice things up — and I wanted to know which ones should be added to my rotation.

10 Trader Joe's Potato Chips, Ranked

In many Mexican households, a cafecito and a pan dulce serve as a pre-breakfast or post-dinner snack. Traditionally made in a clay pot, Café de Olla is made with a blend of warm spices that often includes cinnamon, clove, and star anise. It’s often served black with the piloncillo (unrefined whole cane sugar) as a sweetener.

Iced Café de Olla

Though McDonald's might be best known for its signature burgers, its Chicken McNuggets have been a fan favorite since they first hit menus in the early 1980s. Sure, the accompanying dipping sauces may not get as much love as the McNugget itself, but let's be honest –- it's the sauce that makes these bite-sized snacks so endearing.

The Definitive Ranking Of McDonald's Nugget Sauces

Watermelon is nature's candy — it's crunchy, naturally sweet, and fruity. There are a lot of creative ways to use up an abundance of watermelon fruit, but the green rinds normally get tossed. But did you know that the rinds can actually be turned into candy? Raw, the rinds are not flavorful and slightly bitter. But with three easy steps and about 20 minutes of cooking, you can transform this food scrap into a natural treat. Plus, it's an easy way to reduce food waste in the kitchen.

You're Only 3 Steps Away From Turning Watermelon Rinds Into Candy

Deep in the midst of Instagram and TikTok, we stumbled upon a food idea that made our eyes widen with excitement and jaws drop. The idea being quite ridiculous and very much social media driven, but one we can't stop thinking about. Enter: the tiramisu drawer. It's a trend that's...

This tiramisu drawer trend is jaw-dropping...

From making popcorn taste cheesy without using actual cheese to Ina Garten's elevated truffle butter popcorn, the world has seen its fair share of tips and tricks surrounding the popular movie theater snack. But one unexpected flavor hack is to combine this buttery fan-favorite treat with an equally loved breakfast food — bacon. It might seem bizarre to pair these two items in any way, but doing so is actually an extremely simple way to upgrade your popcorn-eating experience.

Make Your Popcorn Taste Like Heaven With One Simple Swap

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Pick The Tastiest Limes At The Store With These Simple Tips

With their bright green exterior and sour flavor, limes are one of the most recognizable citrus fruits out there. They are great for making juice or...

Pick The Tastiest Limes At The Store With These Simple Tips

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