You've embraced the classic self-care tradition of ordering a large, everything pizza from your favorite local joint as a way to unwind after a stressful week. Despite your best efforts, you still end up with a refrigerator full of leftovers. You don't want to let them go to waste, but getting that perfect crust and close-to-fresh bite again can prove incredibly challenging: The crust is too soggy, the cheese gets too crispy, and the toppings just aren't ideal even after some time in the oven. But with a little kitchen know-how, you can reheat your pizza with the help of water for the closest-to-fresh bite possible.

A Spoonful Of Water Is Your Secret Weapon For Reheating Pizza

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

The Olive Garden's Alfredo sauce is one of the great mysteries of casual dining. It's likely that many fans have imagined a pot of that famous secret recipe bubbling on a stovetop somewhere, locked in an Olive Garden test kitchen with more security than Fort Knox. But now, after decades of secrecy, the recipe is out, thanks to a report by Pop Sugar.

The Secret To Olive Garden's Alfredo Sauce (And How To Copy It At Home)

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

Frozen egg rolls are super easy to make in the air fryer — simply plop them into the basket and in just a few minutes they become hot, crispy, and delicious. When feeding a crowd, you might be tempted to dump the whole bag in at one time to speed things up, however, you'll likely be disappointed when your egg rolls turn out chewy and soggy. For incredibly crispy egg rolls, don't overcrowd the air fryer. Instead, place them in a single layer in your air fryer basket, ideally spread out enough so that they aren't touching.

The Key To Making Frozen Egg Rolls Shatteringly Crisp In The Air Fryer

A good bagel needs to be fresh, with a crisp crust and a chewy interior, but that alone won't cut it. You've got to pile on the classic toppings: New York deli cream cheese, some tomatoes, capers, and onions if you're feeling fancy, and of course, a few slices of lox. That's a common order at any bagel shop, and yet, it's technically incorrect. In reality, the popular pink topping we're all calling lox is, in fact, almost never lox.

Lox Vs Smoked Salmon: What's The Difference?

Right up there with pancakes and a crispy plate of bacon, scrambled eggs are perhaps the epitome of an American breakfast. While this soft, fluffy protein is a common sight in kitchens and dining rooms worldwide, there are so many different tools and techniques to try during the cooking process, and some are much better than others. While good scrambled eggs are fairly easy to whip up, an amazing plate of eggs is much harder to come by. So, if you want to get there, it's time to start making some changes with how you're cooking your eggs.

The Spatula Mistake That Makes Scrambled Eggs A Messy Nightmare

Whether you're planning on whipping up some creamy mashed potatoes or a simple herbed salad, boiling the potatoes first to soften them up is an essential part of these recipes. So, if you're feeling rushed, you might want to pick a different side dish, because boiling takes both time and patience.

Why You Should Always Start Potatoes In A Pot Of Cold Water

Boiled broccoli is great either alone, with a drizzle of olive oil and seasonings, or as the landing pad for an ooey-gooey cheese sauce. The thing is, in its boiled form, this human-made invention has a bad reputation for being a mushy, greyish, dull-looking disappointment. If you grew up on broccoli like this (and assumed it just wasn't the veggie for you), you're not alone. However, the cause of this unappetizing state is not due to the vegetable itself but rather overcooking it, which, unfortunately, is very easy to do.

The Boiling Mistake That Causes Grey, Mushy Broccoli

While barbecues are often a highlight of the summer season across The U.S., seafood boils are the real king of the summertime throughout much of the South. From Lowcountry seafood boils to crawfish stews, this Southern tradition is simple, tasty, and a perfect fit for a hungry crowd. All you have to do to make this is pick out some of your favorite seafood and starches, boil your ingredients in a large pot with seasonings, and decide what to serve alongside it.

The Only Sauce You Need For Summer Seafood Boils

Canned foods are easy and affordable, but flavor-wise, foods like canned vegetables aren't always as appealing as the fresh ones. That's why you need to take them up a notch by adding some seasoning or cooking them in a way that infuses them with other flavors. In the case of canned green beans, try cooking them in bacon fat for a fuller, richer flavor — once you try it, you'll never cook them another way.

Cook Your Canned Green Beans In Bacon Fat And Never Look Back

The Kinder Surprise Egg has been delighting children in many parts of the world since the Italian candy company Ferrero introduced the product in 1974. For the uninitiated, the Kinder Surprise Egg is a chocolate egg that opens up to reveal a plastic capsule with a toy inside. If you're reading this in the U.S., you can't be faulted for not knowing what this treat is since it's banned. Although it is available in both Mexico and Canada.

Why Kinder Surprise Eggs Are Illegal In The United States

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New Englanders take their clam chowder seriously: Their version is appealingly creamy, with bacon, onion, potatoes, half-and-half milk, perhaps garlic and celery, and obviously, clams. (Despite the color, it doesn't always have cream, although some recipes call for it.) However, one ingredient that's definitely not in there is tomatoes. Tomato-based chowder is apparently such an affront that some New Englanders once attempted to make it illegal (at least in the Pine Tree State).

One Man Hated Manhattan Clam Chowder So Much He Tried To Make It Illegal In Maine

A complete "backyard cooking set" often has two things: A grill for those beautifully charred thick steaks, ribs, or kebabs, and a smoker for slow-cooking something fragrant and tender like smoked pulled pork. Getting both, however, will put a serious dent in your wallet, especially if you're after the latest and greatest models. Here's the good news for the budget-minded pit masters out there: Your grill can also turn into a smoker in a pinch.

The Hack To Turn Any Grill Into A Smoker

Leave it to Martha Stewart to turn a baked potato, which is just about the plainest comfort food you'll ever come across, into a luxury meal that cost $125 per ounce. Let's set the scene. In an Instagram post, Ms. Stewart can be seen doing food prep for a Mother's Day lunch. Before her on the counter, a spread of five baked potatoes languished, waiting to be dressed to serve to the handful of people who'd join her. The spuds would get the usual suspects, butter and sour cream, before the denouement unfolded: a heaping spoonful of Black Diamond Golden Osetra Caviar.

Martha Stewart's Favorite Toppings For Luxury Baked Potatoes

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

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What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

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One might be wise to wait until after Independence Day to adopt one of these cats. They just don't like the noise of fireworks, which, combined with the sudden, scary changes of a new home might not make for a great start. Come Friday, the 5th though, go and grab up one of these terrific cats, all available from local, Kansas City shelters.

Celebrate your 4th with one of these great cats

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

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The Biggest Mistakes You Make While Buying Seafood According To A Fishmonger

Seafood has a light freshness that no other protein can rival, making it ideal for refreshing summer meals. The key lies in the fact that fresh...

The Biggest Mistakes You Make While Buying Seafood According To A Fishmonger

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