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Some purists say a true martini consists of nothing more than a fine gin, a hint of dry vermouth and an olive or a lemon twist, and not both, dropped into a proper martini glass. Then some say: “Sure, but have you tried this cucumber martini recipe? Because if not… well… you need to.” Call it a cucumber martini cocktail if you must cleave to tradition, but if you love a refreshing yet good, stiff drink, then you’re going to want to know how to make a cucumber martini.

Cucumber Martini

An elegant Cognac cocktail with World War I roots, the sidecar recipe remains effortlessly modern in its appeal. Like the whiskey sour and classic margarita, the sidecar cocktail belongs to the sour branch of the mixed alcoholic drinks family. It’s a tangy-sweet concoction of Cognac, Cointreau and lemon juice shaken to chilled perfection and served straight up with a sugared rim. Before, during or after a meal—there’s no wrong time to serve a sidecar.

Sidecar

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Coolers have come a long way. Whereas the clunky plastic options of yore kept their chill for just a few hours, sleek modern coolers (like Yeti coolers) retain their icy contents for days at a time. This is especially important for camping trips or long hours on the beach. Warm sand feels great between the toes, but it doesn’t bode well for keeping non-alcoholic beers and probiotic sodas ice cold. That said, contemporary coolers have one main failing: chilling food without creating a soggy mess. Luckily, the Ninja FrostVault Cooler solves this problem by offering additional features for those who want to take along a few snacks, too.

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Ice cream is one of those special treats that’s perfect for a warm day…or any day. Our orange ice cream recipe is delightfully delicious and made from simple, citrusy ingredients you likely have on hand. If you’ve never made ice cream before, no worries. This recipe doesn’t even require an ice cream maker. Ice-cream making just may become a new passion once you find out how simple it really is!

Orange Ice Cream

Kansas City, MO

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

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Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Keeping your drink of choice cool during the summer is a priority during parties (ice-cold probiotic sodas, anyone?). However, in my opinion, the best stress test for a cooler is a multi-day camping excursion. For folks like me who enjoy trekking into the backwoods with little more than a cooler, a tent and a select few essentials, it’s imperative that any perishables stay chilly for days on end. I can say from personal experience that there’s nothing more disappointing than opening up your pricey cooler on day three of a trip only to find a few pieces of ice floating in a pool of lukewarm water. Enter: the Orca cooler.

Orca Cooler Review: The Cooler That Keeps Ice Intact for Days (And Days)

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

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Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. When on the quest for the best cordless vacuum, you want something that is equally as powerful as it is easy to use. While some of the larger, robust models on the market today come equipped with all the bells and whistles, they are often heavy, lack maneuverability and don’t always warrant lugging out of the closet for quick or frequent cleans.

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

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Optional: 1/3 cup chopped pecans and minced parsley. In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add cider and broth; bring to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.

Sweet Potato and Butternut Ravioli

This avocado burger is a symphony of creamy, refreshing and juicy bites. The patties burst with vibrant flavors as we blend avocado and aromatic spices into the ground beef. Instead of the usual American or cheddar cheese, we pair the toasted brioche buns with rich and tangy avocado crema, creating a bright and delicious depth.

Avocado Burger

A paper plane cocktail ranks as one of my most beloved drinks to make and drink. Four equal parts make it easy to remember, and it combines my favorite spirit, bourbon, (don’t tell my friend gin) with bittersweet Aperol, herby earthy but refreshing amaro Nonino and a splash of tart lemon for balance.

Paper Plane

Surely you’ve heard of peach or apple cobbler, but what about a cobbler made with nectarines? This nectarine cobbler recipe is incredibly simple, as it doesn’t involve peeling or cooking down the nectarines first. While some cobblers are fruit with a biscuit-like topping, this one is more of...

Nectarine Cobbler

The Taste of Home team worked hard to enjoy over 15 pounds of chocolate and 26 different chocolate brands to find the best box of chocolates for gifting (or treating yourself). Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Learn more.

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“I need two blue plate specials, a tube steak with fries in the alley and two bowls of red. And 86 the cheese!”. Some vintage recipes have a way of instantly transporting you to an old-school diner. You know, the eating spots where the coffee is ultra strong, the waiters speak hip diner slang and the menu is loaded with all your favorite homestyle comfort foods. For us, the humble patty melt is one of the classic diner recipes that will forever make us reminisce.

Patty Melt

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Los Angeles County, CA

It's been 21 years since actress/singer Nell Carter, best known for the 1980s NBC sitcom, Gimme a Break!, died of natural causes at only 54. This is her story. Nell Carter was born September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. After initially finding fame on and off-Broadway, and via a brief role in 1977 on the TV datime drama, Ryan's Hope, Carter took the lead in Ain't Misbehavin'!, a live stage revue of the works of composer Fats Waller.

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Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. In our Product Testing Team’s quest to find the best single-serve coffee maker, they tested 14 different machines over the course of 30 hours. Winners with the highest scores range from luxe options that create flawless lattes to sizable picks that hold up to 75 ounces of water per refill. Among these high-end options, one pick stands apart from the rest—not because it boasts milk frothers and other beverage bells and whistles. No, the Keurig K-Mini Plus has a different kind of advantage on its side: size.

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

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Cookies make the ideal sweet afternoon snack. However, you don’t always want to turn on the oven and heat the house to whip up a batch. These peanut butter no-bake cookies are the answer. This quick cookie recipe requires just six ingredients to stir together a thick batter that...

No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

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This recipe is sooo tasty! It truly is for garlic lovers! It involves sautéing onions and mushrooms in butter and oil until golden, then adding wine to reduce. Garlic, thyme, and parsley are stirred in for flavor, followed by seasoning with salt and pepper. The dish is garnished with additional parsley and served warm, making for a savory, aromatic side. Here's what you'll need to make it:

Garlic Mushrooms in Brown Butter Herb Sauce

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Vesper Martini

It was the drink order heard around the world. In Ian Fleming’s 1953’s novel Casino Royale, James Bond ordered what he would soon baptize the Vesper...

Vesper Martini

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