Columbus, OH

Whether it be for last-minute meals, quick and easy dinners, grocery shopping on a budget, or whenever cravings strike, most of us have meat or seafood stored away in the freezer for future use. While it’s both wise and useful to keep frozen proteins on hand, the real trick is remembering to thaw them properly and thoughtfully for when the time comes to cook. But what’s the best way to do this?

The Worst Ways to Thaw Meat and Seafood, According to a Chef

During this summer heat wave, all we can think about is an ice-cold dessert to cool us down. When it’s this hot, no one wants to turn on the oven—in fact, we barely want to go to the grocery store, because that requires extra time spent outside transporting our rapidly-thawing groceries into the house.

Dairy Queen Is Giving Away Free Ice Cream This Weekend

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

At our house, we think gouda is good-a, and though I love shopping for it at specialty cheese shops, it’s so darn expensive. So, most of my good-a gouda comes from my favorite store, ALDI, and recently, I was delighted to discover new flavored goudas at the store. This...

ALDI Carries What May Easily Be My Favorite Product Ever (For a Limited Time)

At Allrecipes, we’re big fans of entertaining guests, and Walmart has proved an exceptional one-stop shop for all our summer party needs. Between the Pioneer Woman’s Sweet Rose Stoneware Oval Serving Platter and the popular Dolly Parton Partyware collection, this mega-retailer knows what it’s doing. Now, Walmart...

Walmart Has a $5 Kitchen Find Our Editors Swear By

Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. Afterall, there is nothing as refreshing as an ice-cold treat straight from the freezer. Unless that is, you get listeria from it. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just released a list of 13 ice cream brands that have been recalled for their potential to infect consumers with this bacterial infection with potentially deadly consequences. While no illnesses have been reported at this time, erring on the side of caution, the FDA recommends you toss the tubs and hit up the point of purchase for a refund. Be sure to check the complete recall list here for specific lots and plant codes to verify your product was — or wasn’t — included in the recall. Without further ado, here are the brands on the chopping block.

Check Your Freezer: These 13 Ice Cream Brands Have Been Recalled!

If you’re looking for a dessert to take to a small gathering, Trader Joe’s latest bakery item might be what you’re looking for. Or, it might be something you choose to keep to yourself because it’s that good. The store is famous for its sweet offerings,...

Trader Joe’s New Bakery Item Is So Good, Fans Are Packing Purse Forks (Again)

McDonald’s doesn’t need to give us a reason to keep coming back. Its signature burger and perfectly peppered McChicken tend to speak for themselves. But this year, the chain has gone above and beyond to give fans more of what they want. Recently, McDonald’s brought back two of our favorite menu items, debuted a surprising McFlurry flavor, and gave our wallets a much-appreciated break with the $5 meal deal, not to mention all the free fries.

McDonald's Just Brought Back This 'Amazing' Item Fans Loved Last Year

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Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

Becoming the baker in the family is both a blessing and a curse. I love trying new recipes and having my family members act as my guinea pigs and test the final products, especially when those recipes are desserts tied to my Mexican heritage. Of course, this also means frequent requests for more of said cookies, pies, cakes, etc.—all of which I’m happy to oblige.

The Dessert My Mom Begs Me To Make Every Time I Visit Home

Heat a grill pan on the stove over medium-high heat. Place peaches on the hot griddle just long enough for peaches to get grill marks and begin to caramelize on the surface, about 3 minutes.. In a bowl or serving platter, place 2 balls of burrata cheese in the center...

Peach Burrata Caprese

"This simple sheet pan ratatouille recipe is easy and delicious." —Virginia Willis. Tuesday: Easy Sheet Pan Roasted Greek Salmon and Broccoli. "This easy sheet pan roasted Greek salmon and broccoli is seasoned with Greek seasoning and honey mustard, quickly roasted, and then topped with crumbled feta cheese. It makes a great weeknight family dinner." —Nicole McLaughlin.

7 Summer Sheet Pan Dinners for Every Night of the Week

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

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Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

I grew up in Texas, and if there's one thing I know Southerners take seriously, it's sweet tea. I wouldn’t consider myself the ultimate sweet tea enthusiast—an Arnold Palmer is my preferred summer beverage by far—but, I know a lot of people who are so dedicated to the drink that they think any restaurant without sweet tea on the menu should be illegal.

The Southern Secret that Makes This Sweet Tea Recipe Worth '100 Stars'

You might still be recovering from your big Fourth of July barbecue, but potlucks and picnics are far from over. Because our calendars are already pretty full, we like to be prepared for get-togethers and spontaneous pool days at all times. That’s why we seek out store-bought shortcuts that make...

Sam’s Club's New Heat-and-Eat Dip Will Be a Potluck Hit

I come from a long line of incredible home cooks. In fact, my family published cookbook! “Cooking Jewish: 532 Great Recipes from the Rabinowitz Family" was written by a relative of mine (Judy Kancigor, a.k.a. Cousin Judy) and has sold thousands of copies. It features recipes from my mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother and is peppered with stories of our family history.

This Easy German Dessert Has Been In My Family for 5 Generations

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I Tried Anthony Bourdain’s Favorite Sandwich and It's Meaty, Cheesy and Pretty Much Perfect

Summer entertaining should be simple. Cookouts, family reunions, and pool parties are all about unwinding, which means it's all the more important to prepare a menu with little fuss, but lots of flavor. For nearly effortless summer appetizers, there's only one way to go: one bowl, and very few steps. These summery one-bowl dips do just that: the procedure is simple but the results deliver, making these one-bowl dip recipes a speedy, yet sharable summer staple.

25 One-Bowl Dip Recipes for Summer

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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

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My Dad’s a Corn Farmer, Here’s His Secret to the Best Corn You’ve Ever Tasted

Summer produce is something I look forward to all year long. As soon as the warm weather strikes, I’m busting out the recipes that use fresh...

My Dad’s a Corn Farmer, Here’s His Secret to the Best Corn You’ve Ever Tasted

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