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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I am a halloumi-lover. The appeal of cheese that can be pan-fried or grilled cannot be overstated. I love melty and squishy cheeses as much as the next person, but you can even use halloumi as croutons. Croutons. If left to my own devices, I would happily be eating halloumi at half of my meals.

The (Cheap!) Secret Ingredient I’ve Been Using to Make My Salads Taste Amazing for Over 20 Years

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Do you have leftover taco meat from taco Tuesday? Are you not sure what to make with it? Don’t worry — we’ve got you covered with 25 easy recipes that’ll help you turn last night’s dinner into today’s tasty meal. These ideas will save you time, and are perfect for busy weeknights and quick lunches.

25 Leftover Taco Meat Recipes That Are Even Better the Next Day

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Most weekdays, I end up making simple dinners. After getting home from the office, the thought of standing over the stove for more than half an hour usually sounds … not ideal. Quick, no-frills dishes are what I fall back on, and I recycle the ones I’ve perfected week after week. I know — it’s not very adventurous of me, and I’m trying to fall into the habit of making meals ahead of time so that all I have to do is pop a plate into the microwave.

The $15 Italian Pantry Staple I Use to Elevate Every Meal

Whenever I develop a recipe like this, I try my hardest to remove that additional step of precooking the pasta while adding an extra pot to your dirty dish pile. For this cheesy number, hard pasta shells are stuffed with an herby, peppery ricotta mixture, then nestled into the sauce. Covering the casserole allows the pasta to steam and absorb moisture while cooking in the oven.

Cheese-Stuffed Pasta Shells Doused with Saucy Summer Veg

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I thought I had a tiny kitchen in my old apartment — I never thought it could get much smaller. Unfortunately, the kitchen in my new studio has proved me wrong. Only one person can fit in there at a time, and you don’t even have to move to reach the sink, stove, or fridge (all of which are squished within three feet of each other). Don’t get me wrong — I can get by well enough, but there are some sacrifices I’ve had to make. One of the biggest? Forgoing a full-size trash can.

I Had No Room for a Trash Can in My Tiny Kitchen — Until I Found This Clever $26 Solution

Boston, MA

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Number of people in household: 4 (two adults, two children) Age: 37. Occupation: Writer and photographer (me), professor (my husband) Where you shopped:...

See How a Massachusetts Family of 4 Spends $200 on Groceries Every Week (After “Scouring” for Deals)

The salted rim takes it up a notch. We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. For those of you who love a classic margarita or greyhound cocktail, here’s a mash-up...

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"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

Lakeland, FL

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. If you’re a fan of Aldi but live closer to a Winn-Dixie or Harvey’s Supermarket, then you’re in luck. The discount grocery retailer purchased 400 Winn-Dixie and Harvey’s stores in August 2023, and expects to convert 50 of those stores into Aldi locations by the end of 2024, with most of them reopened and running by the end of 2025.

Aldi Announces Major Store Change That Will Take Place in 2025

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. More than Scandi-style furnishings, a BILLY bookcase, and plant-based wax tealight candles, what gets me excited on a shopping trip to IKEA is filling my shopping cart with sandwich cookies. Yes, that’s right. Give me a package — or a few — of these $2.49 Kafferep cookies over the Swedish chain’s Swedish meatballs.

The $3 Grocery I Never Leave IKEA Without (It’s the Most Underrated Item!)

Florida State

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If you’ve been keeping an eye on the local grocery scene in Florida, you might have heard the buzz: some Winn-Dixie stores are making the switch to Aldi. This transition is happening as Aldi snaps up 400 Winn-Dixie locations, including several in Florida cities like Panama City and Lakeland.

A Major Grocery Store Has Closed and Laid Off 48 Employees in Florida

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Charlotte, NC

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Barbecue ribs are an all-American delicacy, with variations ranging from St. Louis-style pork ribs to tender beef ribs. The best ribs are those that are perfectly seasoned, slowly smoked, and smothered in a sweet, sticky glaze.

North Carolina Eatery Named 'Best BBQ Ribs' in the State

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Doesn’t 2024 feel like it has lasted both 10 minutes and 10 years? I’m equally exhausted and energized to take on the back half of the calendar. As summer cools off into fall, this is the time of year that feels like the fresh start that January wishes it could be. If you know me (or read some of my other stories), you know that my first stop at the start of a new season is Costco.

3 New Costco Dinner Finds I’ll Be Buying All Fall (for $10 or Less)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Come summer, sweet-fleshed mangoes begin appearing in Indian markets. Chilled drinks become an everyday necessity. Establishments selling sugarcane juice, creamy sherbets, and buttermilk do brisk business. In Punjab, the drink of choice is the lassi, made from beaten full-fat yogurt that is salted or sweetened with sugar. Traditionally, the first step to making a lassi involves setting a bowl of full-fat milk into curd. The cap of thick cream that settles on the curd is scooped off and set aside, and the rest of the yogurt is whisked by hand with a wooden churn until it is light and frothy. Into this goes a shower of sugar, and a block of ice to keep the lassi cool. Finally, it is all poured into a kulhad or clay cup, crowned with the scooped-off cream, and served. In a mango lassi, the buttermilk is brightened with mango and served chilled.

Mango Lassi

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. We’ve all been there. We’ve pulled a package of ground beef out of the freezer with the best of intentions to cook with it (French onion meatballs! Cheesy pastelón! Hawaiian burger sliders!), and then life happens. Perhaps you, like me, have held that neglected package in your hands and have asked, “Can I just stick this back in the freezer?” Here’s everything you need to know about when it is and isn’t safe to refreeze ground beef.

Can You Refreeze Ground Beef?

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Made famous in 2000 by former First Lady Laura Bush, these cowboy cookies are an updated twist on a traditional oatmeal cookie, trading raisins for chocolate chips, pecans, and shredded coconut. (We've swapped out the shortening as well!) To take it a step further, you can also toast the coconut and pecans for enhanced nuttiness. Here's what you'll need for about 18 cookies:

Cowboy Cookies

Plymouth, MA

Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Cary, NC

A recent report by GOBankingRates highlights one of North Carolina’s towns as a standout in terms of safety and affordability. Cary, a thriving community in the Triangle area near Raleigh, has been ranked as the second-best city in the United States for its low cost of living and minimal crime rates.

North Carolina spot among the top safest + most affordable places to live in the US

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. You’ll never not find a use for a Mason jar. Beyond its original purpose for canning food and keeping it from spoiling, you can also use it to take your lunch on the go and as a meal prep container. Not to mention, there are a ton of recipes that incorporate Mason jars. You even can sip your morning coffee out of a Mason jar — after all, it’s way more fun than a regular cup! Just ask Reese Witherspoon, who was spotted with a Mason jar iced tea in hand on Instagram.

These Iconic Keepsake Mason Jars Are the Cutest I’ve Ever Seen (More Than 2,000 Were Sold Last Month!)

Chicago, IL

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(CHICAGO) In July, Democratic National Convention (DNC) officials predicted 50,000 visitors to Chicago and a $150 million boost to the economy. But are restaurants feeling the bump in business thanks to the convention?

DNC in Chicago: Some Restaurants Left Hungry for Expected Business Boom

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The 5-Ingredient Low-Effort Pasta I’ve Made Dozens of Times (So Much Better Than Jarred Sauce!)

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The 5-Ingredient Low-Effort Pasta I’ve Made Dozens of Times (So Much Better Than Jarred Sauce!)

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