Growing up in the South, there were certain rituals in my childhood. One of those was the appearance of hot Russian tea with Tang drink mix which appeared at church functions, and my mother would make for me whenever I was sick or coming down with a cold. It always made me feel better. I […]
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One of my favorite comfort foods is Vietnamese pho soup. There’s just something incredible about the complex layers of flavors in the homemade pho broth combined with the smooth texture of the pho noodle and the sweetness of the thinly sliced beef. It’s an explosion of flavors in my mouth! This is my favorite Vietnamese
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At my grandmother’s house, Christmas always meant fruitcake. Fruity and delicious, I loved it and accepted it as as much a part of Christmas as the cookies we left for Santa. The drawback of fruitcake is that it can be time-consuming. Plus, done poorly, Christmas fruit cake has the chance to become more of a
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The is a serious espresso maker. Twice the width of a drip coffee maker and in shiny stainless steel, this espresso maker is imposing. Its grinder, pressure gauge, and bean hopper make the Breville Barista Express look like it’s meant to produce fast, barista-quality espresso shots. And it does. Unlike other semi-automatic espresso machines at
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The is one of the best coffee and espresso makers available. If you’re looking for a machine with push-button ease that consistently brews high-quality espresso, this may be the best option for you. And if you love lattes and cappuccinos, the Krups EA8298 has you covered there, too. Because of its built-in burr grinder, the
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Fall just begs for hearty meals that make you feel warm inside. Even better if they take almost no effort. That’s why I love these easy ranch slow cooker pork chops so much. You can prepare them quickly and come back to a fabulous meal. This pork chops recipe is straightforward, and many of the
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Welcome home! There’s nothing quite like having your own first home. It has become a rite of passage to throw a house warming gathering with your friends and family. However, hosting a party like this can make people nervous. Here’s everything you need to know about housewarming party etiquette and food ideas for your big
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I have always been afraid of making bread. It’s such a precise equation, and if you mess up, well, the whole thing literally falls flat. I’ve had a few too many experiences that went badly, but I’ve finally found a quick no knead bread recipe that seems impossible to mess up! As a bonus: it
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A few years ago, I encountered a tasty treat unlike anything I had ever tried before–fire and ice pickles. Despite the evocative name, these are really just sweet and spicy pickles (not hot, just spicy). After years of searching, I finally discovered a sweet and spicy pickle recipe that matched the flavors I remembered. In
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The is easy to use, whether you’re an espresso novice or have lots of experience. After all, that’s the point of a super automatic espresso machine. This machine is designed for the user’s convenience. Before the espresso even begins to brew, the Gaggia Brera espresso machine makes your job easier. This best rated espresso machine
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