The only potato salad I knew growing up was the prepacked, mayo-laden stuff you find at most grocery store delis. It’s what graced our dinner table many summer nights and at family cookouts. But here’s the thing: I never actually liked it. It was too goopy and flavorless, so...

This Italian-Style Potato Salad Is My Summer Favorite

A fantastic collection of the BEST Banana Bread recipes ever!. Banana bread recipes are always a hit with family and friends because they’re simple, versatile, and incredibly delicious. There are so many variations on the classic banana bread recipe and we’ve tried quite a few. Banana bread is definitely the yummiest way to use up overripe bananas.

BEST BANANA BREAD RECIPES

Deviled eggs are like those family friends you're obligated to invite to the party, though you're never sure how they will be received. They could be the hit of the night, or they could be the thing everyone is trying to avoid (strictly talking about the eggs here). But what if you could turn them into a no-fail signature dish everyone begs you to bring? According to a professional chef, you can—and it's as easy as following this one simple tip.

I Learned the Best Tip for Deviled Eggs From a Professional Chef

Tomato season is upon us, and with it comes tomato everything. I, for one, couldn't be happier. This versatile darling of the produce world helps us make rich sauces, tangy salads, stacked sandwiches, and casserole fillings all year round. But nothing is better than fresh tomatoes in summer. Pair them with basil and mozzarella, layer them in a BLT, or stuff them in a pie—there is no wrong answer. Though in preparing many of these dishes, you may be missing one of my favorite ways to use fresh tomatoes this time of year.

You Might Be Missing Out on the Best Use of Tomatoes

Cabbage becomes deeply flavorful when it hits the hot grill. Once the outer leaves turn crispy and caramelized, move the cabbage to the cooler side of the grill for the tender-crisp center to finish cooking. This fuss-free side, topped with a flavorful compound butter, makes a perfect match for grilled meats, chicken or seafood.

18 Grilled Side Dishes to Make All Summer Long

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We know they say “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” but that just doesn’t apply to a fast food menu. Even though most fast food menus are perfect as-is, we will never say no to new items. Thankfully, Taco Bell knows its fans are...

Taco Bell Has a New Version of a Fan-Favorite Menu Item, and We Tried It First

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current pots and pans or are building your cookware collection from scratch, you want to make sure that the pieces you’re investing in will last you for years to come while simultaneously improving your cooking experience. That’s why we turned to the experts to find the kitchen essentials worth buying: shoppers.

The 5 Most Popular Cookware Sets on Walmart's Best-Sellers List Are Up to 73% Off

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

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North Carolina’s beloved Biscuitville has once again been recognized as one of the best regional fast food chains in the United States. In USA Today's annual 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Biscuitville ranked second overall and was also named the No. 1 best fast food breakfast spot in the country.

North Carolina is home to one of the best regional fast food chains in America

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Stuffed peppers are a versatile and delicious dish, perfect for a comforting family meal or an impressive dinner party. 4 large bell peppers (any color) 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes (drained)

Delicious Stuffed Peppers: A Versatile Family Favorite

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Plus, the best ingredients to use for the richest taste, per the former president

Jimmy Carter’s Favorite Recipe Was a Bowl of Southern, Creamy Cheese Grits: Get the Recipe

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The Secret Ingredient for the Best-Ever Garlic Shrimp

During summer road trips with the family, and sometimes just while driving to a more rural part of town to golf together, my Dad would drive us past row upon row upon row of corn. As a native Iowan, “knee-high by the Fourth of July”—a Midwestern saying about how tall farmers hope their corn to be by Independence Day—was a phrase about as common as declaring that something is “a piece of cake.”

I Asked 3 Farmers How to Pick the Sweetest Corn, and They Taught Me Something New

Soft coolers have a versatility unmatched by their hard-sided counterparts. They come in so many shapes and sizes that I use one for day trips and potlucks, another to stash in my car for that stumbled-upon huckleberry patch, and a third as a personal lunch bag. Whether cooled with ice, gel packs, or just frozen food as I drive home from the store, their insulated walls keep the cold in and the heat out.

I’ve Hauled Soft Coolers From Peak to Sea—Here Are the Best Ones

Trader Joe’s has no shortage of obsession-worthy snacks. The Step Up to the Snack Bar Mix (once a holiday treat that can now be found year-round) always satisfies our need for salty and savory with its combination of honey mustard pretzels and Trader Joe’s Cheddar Rocket Crackers. And when we crave something sweet, we’re rushing to the frozen aisle for the S'mores Ice Cream.

Trader Joe’s Fans Are on Their ‘3rd Bag’ of This New Snack

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add ground beef in one layer, crumbling slightly with a wooden spoon to spread it into the skillet. Cook, undisturbed, until browned, about 5 minutes.

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Some like it smothered in a robust Bolognese or tossed with a simple fresh tomato sauce. Others like it swirled in a creamy spinach sauce or mixed with pungent garlic and anchovies. However you like it best, there’s no denying that pasta is one of the most popular dinner choices. And for good reason. It’s fast, simple and delicious and just about everyone loves it. But have you ever noticed that pasta at a restaurant just tastes better than homemade? Well, there’s a reason for that, and it’s not necessarily that chefs are adding more salt or fat. In fact, there are simple techniques (and a little culinary know-how) that can help you replicate restaurant-quality pasta at home.

Why Pasta Tastes Better at Restaurants, According to a Former Line Cook

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

TikTok is one of my favorite ways to learn about must-try grocery products and recipes. My "For You" page often persuades me to try new things, from delicious boxed macaroni and cheese to sweet pea salad, and it’s rare that I am led astray by the recommendations of TikTok foodies. When a new variety of frozen, breaded chicken tenders from Walmart started showing up in my feed, I was eager to give them a try.

Walmart’s Copycat Fast Food Chicken Tastes Just Like the Real Thing

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Chef John’s Rustic French Recipe Is the Best Use for Your Summer Tomatoes

When you have more tomatoes than you know what to do with, the tempting thing to do is make a sauce or a tomato sandwich—something where...

Chef John’s Rustic French Recipe Is the Best Use for Your Summer Tomatoes

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