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Growing up, I’ll admit, I was tuna-salad-averse. The tuna salad of my childhood was heavy on the mayo, full of unexpected chunks of celery, and light on salt. As an adult, however (with a seemingly endless need to incorporate protein into my diet), I found myself returning to that once-feared, now-beloved canned fish.

My 1-Ingredient Upgrade for Better Tuna Salad (It's Already in Your Fridge)

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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. Don’t know what to grab for lunch this week? Aldi has you covered with affordable and filling lunch options, like $2 walking tamales, and now, $2 bowls of ramen noodles.

The Aldi $2 Lunch Find That I’ll Be Keeping in My Pantry All Fall (It’s So Convenient!)

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. 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)

Lyon, a city on the western side of France, is often recognized by chefs and culinary historians as the gastronomic capital of the world. Looking at its signature dishes like coq au vin and salade Lyonnaise, it’s easy to understand why. Traditional Lyonnaise cuisine is rich and hearty and, like other peasant cuisines of the world, makes the best of inexpensive ingredients.

The 3-Ingredient French Potatoes I Can’t Stop Making

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. Few things scream SUMMER quite like a tall, cold glass lemonade. Whether poured over ice, mixed with spirits, or frozen into a popsicle, the refreshingly sweet-tart drink is liquid sunshine. And while you probably have everything you need — lemons, sugar, water — to make a pitcher from scratch, the savviest of shoppers (and hosts) know when to call in the reinforcements.

We Tried a Dozen Store-Bought Lemonades, and No One Saw the $4 Winner Coming (It Tastes Homemade!)

We often think of scrambled eggs as the culinary equivalent of a weighted blanket: when we're a bit tired and need comfort and support, they're there for us. The ingredients for a basic scramble are almost always on hand, and they're so simple and quick to make that most of us can put together a decent plate of them even at our worst, whether it's first thing in the morning before the coffee is ready or the wee hours of the night after too much partying. In either case, you know you'll get a soothing dose of nourishment with very little effort.

Add These Ingredients To Your Scrambled Eggs And Thank Us Later

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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Summer is all about socializing more while doing less: less prep, less cleanup, less fuss. The way to channel vacation vibes all season long, from a weeknight dinner to a Saturday night BBQ, is by relying on crowd-pleasing dishes that come together easily. Another way to spend more time at...

10 Easy Recipes for a Laid-Back Summer Dinner Party

It’s almost the start of a new school year — otherwise known as did-you-finish-your-homework-don’t-forget-your-lunch-hurry-up-we’re-gonna-be-late season. Getting everyone out the door in the morning is a feat in and of itself, let alone getting everyone out the door with a hearty breakfast. When breakfast starts with Fruity...

This Rainbow Waffle Sandwich Takes the Stress Out of Back-to-School Breakfast (It’s On-the-Go Friendly!)

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)

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. On a recent summer Friday, my fiancé and I went for happy hour drinks at a neighborhood bar we’d never been to before. I wasn’t in the mood for anything alcoholic, but I wanted that out-of-office vibe only achievable with a silly beverage on a Friday afternoon.

This 3-Ingredient Party Trick Is the Only Way I’m Drinking Diet Coke

Cucumber salads seem to be taking social media by storm with an abundance of delicious recipes popping up on a regular basis. The crisp veggie makes an excellent canvas, as it readily soaks up different flavors—from Spicy Cucumber Salad with Cilantro & Peanuts to salty-sweet Tropical Cucumber Salad. Plus,...

Giada De Laurentiis Just Shared This 4-Ingredient Italian-inspired Cucumber Salad

Full disclosure: I have no idea where this recipe came from. I might’ve thrown it together spontaneously using ingredients that were on sale at Kroger, but it’s entirely possible I was inspired by an Instagram influencer or something I pinned on Pinterest. More than likely, it was a combination of the two. What I know for a fact, however, is that it is my most-made dinner recipe of all time. I’ve made it at least once a week since I was a junior in college—and I’m almost 30.

The 5-Ingredient Sheet Pan Dinner I Make At Least Once a Week

Mississippi State

With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a dish that tastes like it’s been simmering for hours under the watchful eye of a seasoned chef. The secret? A unique combination of ranch seasoning, au jus gravy mix, pepperoncini peppers, and a bit of butter. These ingredients meld together in the crockpot, infusing the ribs with a rich, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor that’s absolutely irresistible.

Crockpot Mississippi Country Style Ribs Recipe

Is there anything better than coming home from a long day and sitting down to a bowl of comforting pasta? Or knowing you need to feed the family quickly and you can throw together something quickly that they'll all like? We don't think so. These 21 pasta dishes come together...

22 Easy Pasta Recipes You Can Make in Under 30 Minutes

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

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These Oven Beer Brats are a delicious and easy meal to make that is sure to be a hit with the entire family! A tasty, hassle-free meal perfect for any night of the week!. Although I can’t pass up a grilled bratwurst, these oven baked brats are just as tasty and are perfect to enjoy any time of year. If the weather is cold and dreary, you can still enjoy these without having to brave the elements! A win win, right?! Serve with some onion rings, fries, or potato salad and you have a meal that is packed with flavor!

Oven Roasted Beer Brats: Juicy, Flavorful, and Hassle-Free

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

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

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