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Although your blueberries might look clean, you need to wash them before eating or using them in recipes. "Blueberries should be washed because they [can] carry dirt, debris, bugs, parasites, and other contaminants," says Bryan Quoc Le, Ph.D., food scientist, food consultant, and author of 150 Food Science Questions Answered. These contaminants can also carry pathogens, which may cause foodborne illness.

Why You Need to Wash Blueberries

This post may contain affiliate links. See our disclosure policy. This Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or summer barbecues. You’ll love the creamy dill dressing!. Slightly sour with the perfect balance of creaminess and fresh herbs, you’ll love this recipe for how...

Creamy Cucumber Salad

Baking sheets are a workhorse in the kitchen. They're used for making everything from sheet pan dinners to your favorite desserts. Because of how frequently they're used, baking sheets often build up with grease and grime that can become difficult to get rid of over time. If this grime isn't adequately removed, it can make your baking sheets unsafe to cook or bake on. To help, we spoke to experts who shared their tips for how to clean baking sheets with common household ingredients.

How to Clean Baking Sheets So They Look Brand New

Food & Wine

A cornstarch slurry is easy to make and yields glossy stews and sauces.

The Secret to Thickening Sauces and Soups Without Flour

I’ve tried many versions of pudding and cake before because they are the best and my absolute favorite foods to enjoy for dessert and even for breakfast, depending on the type of cake. There are a lot of recipes that you can find online and learn but if you want to try the best of both worlds, then whip up this creamy caramel pudding cake by HidaMari Cooking on YouTube.

Easy Creamy Caramel Pudding Cake Recipe

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9 Creative Ways to Cook With Lemon

The Independent

One sweltering summer in Southern California, Jessica Gavin was looking for a healthy, cooling treat for her then 2-year-old son.Gavin, a food science expert who wrote “Easy Culinary Science for Better Cooking,” knew that even brands of healthy-looking popsicles often come filled with artificial colors and flavors, stabilizers and preservatives.So she made her own. Seven years and one daughter later, it’s become a family tradition.“It’s fun because you can make it with your kids,” said Gavin. “It’s something that you could kind of just throw together and enjoy within a few hours.”Her popsicle flavors sound as if they could have...

Orange creamsicle or minty watermelon? Homemade popsicles are healthier than in the freezer aisle

Real Simple

An expert weighs in on what we can do to quiet the fridge.

Is Your Refrigerator Making Weird Noises? These Cleaning Solutions Could Help

Nevada State

They say the grass always looks greener on the other side of the fence—and for homeowners with dry spots, brown patches, or sections of their yard that are more dirt than lawn, that saying is especially true. Fortunately, there is an easy solution to fixing your lawn’s bald spots, and it includes throwing down a bit of fast-growing grass seed in those areas that need a little extra TLC.

6 Fast-Growing Grass Seeds That Will Quickly Fill the Bald Spots in Your Yard

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The Foodie Fix

These potato wedges are a perfect side dish or satisfying snack. They're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside and can be easily customized with your favorite seasonings.

Crispy Potato Wedges: Easy Recipe for Perfect Snack

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Highlighting strawberry season just got easier and even more delicious with this modern update of an old-fashioned icebox cake. You’ll be hard-pressed to find anyone who won’t swoon over this update of an old-fashioned icebox cake. Highlighting strawberry season with a cream-cheese strawberry whipped cream layered with shortbread cookies, this “cake” is a must-make during the local strawberry season. Be sure to read all the tips and flavor variations in the 45th edition of Baking Together before making the dessert. You will need an 8-inch square pan – but you will not need to turn your oven on. Hurrah!

No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake

New York City, NY

It’s summer, and of course, there’s a burger trend. This year’s seasonal beef phenomenon leans into nostalgia, with a fast-food-style smash burger seen in numerous establishments and making waves on TikTok. Restaurants devoted to the burger are fueling a craze for quickly cooked, crisp beef. What is a smash burger, and do you need to go to a burger joint to enjoy one? We spoke to a burger pro to find out.

Smash Burgers Are Trending (Again)—Here's How to Master the Technique at Home

Strawberries and iced tea—if anything signaled sunny summer days, it would be this pairing. We suggest you embrace the season by making our version of strawberry iced tea. It’s quick, only uses three ingredients, and can (and should) be made beforehand. Whether you're throwing a party al fresco, heading to a picnic, or simply relaxing indoors, this refreshing drink hits the spot.

Strawberry Iced Tea

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Thriving Home

Making homemade hummus in the blender (or food processor) is easier than you think. The hummus ingredients come together quickly leaving you with a healthier and tastier appetizer than you could find at the store.

Effortless Simple Blender Hummus for Any Occasion

Bryce Gruber

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

Gwen Wren

Not a fan of okra in your gumbo? Me either! Hope you enjoy this version instead. You can use whatever kind of sausage you like. Or leave it out too. 😉. 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (optional, if you like a bit of tomato flavor)

Shrimp Gumbo (No Okra)

Inspired by a dish at Cúrate in Asheville, North Carolina, this smoky and sweet yellow squash romesco sauce showcases peak-season produce. Made with charred summer squash and bell pepper, salted smoked almonds, sherry vinegar, and spices, it’s packed with complexity and depth. Salt the sliced squash prior to grilling to extract moisture for a deeper, more concentrated flavor. The romesco is a perfect partner for beefy hanger steak and a side of roasted potatoes and grilled squash.

Hanger Steak with Yellow Squash Romesco

If you're lucky enough to move into a home with a dedicated dining room, your first impulse might be to tear down those walls and open everything up. After all, a formal dining room is usually the first thing to go when homeowners want to make way for an open-concept dream kitchen with island seating.

7 Ideas for Transforming Your Formal Dining Room Into a More Functional Space

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Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

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How to Wash Raspberries (Without Squashing the Delicate Fruit)

If you're looking to brighten up a dish, you can't go wrong with fresh raspberries. The red-pink berries are sweet, tart, and delightfully juicy. The only...

How to Wash Raspberries (Without Squashing the Delicate Fruit)

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