Tempering chocolate is much easier in theory than it is in practice, even for a professional pastry chef. It's still important, however, to understand the theory before breaking down the steps and adding in tips to get a better outcome.
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Despite belonging to the same family, leeks and scallions have more differences than they do similarities. Leeks and scallions differ in appearance, taste, and even in how to cook them, making them two items that aren't interchangeable, the way onions and shallots are.
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Parents who have had difficulty getting everyone dressed and fed before walking out the door, only to remember that the kids' lunches aren't packed can understand the appeal of pre-packaged options. Unfortunately, some foods that are easy to pack and keep well until lunch are really unhealthy too.
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Like most good cocktails, the back story of the Rusty Nail is murky. The drink is rumored to have been created for the British Industries Fair in 1937. In the subsequent years, The cocktail went through a variety of name changes before settling in on its longstanding modern day moniker.
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Over the years, chocolate has sometimes gotten a bad rap, with doctors telling us it will make us gain weight, teenagers blaming chocolate for their acne (that one may actually be true, according to CNN), and some people blaming chocolate for high caffeine consumption. Let's put some myths to rest.
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Sam's Club is a membership-only wholesale company that offers a range of every day items including groceries, clothing, auto supplies, pharmaceuticals, and more. While most of the items you'll find are a great deal, we're here to tell you there is one dessert we think you'd be better off skipping.
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Whether you've had a long day and feel the need to unwind with a hot cup of chamomile as you draw a bath or prefer to sip iced tea on a hot day, tea is a versatile drink that rarely disappoints. Using the sun's rays to make sun tea is a popular brewing method in the summer months.
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At first glance, Costco's Kirkland Signature Lobster Bisque seems pretty appealing. It looks rich and creamy, and the package promises "restaurant-quality" with a "sophisticated taste". Before you start making room in your refrigerator for this soup however, there are some things you should know.
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Your favorite budget-friendly grocery store is filling its shelves with tons of items perfect for fall. Some of Aldi's best picks this autumn are only $5, making them not only cheap enough to stock up on, but many of these items are perfect for Halloween too.
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Americans love nostalgic sweets. They bring back memories of childhood, serve as reminders of previous vacations, and can instantly help recall special moments. Two treats that fall into this classic sweets category are MoonPies and Whoopie Pies.
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To help you figure out what you should try, we've ranked popular low-calorie ice cream in order of worst to first. Check out your low-calorie options.
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Hot chocolate is one of the most comforting and delicious drinks you can enjoy during the cold months of fall and winter, but for those following the keto diet, the seasonal drink can be a carb-loaded bomb if there is a lot of sugar packed into the cocoa powder mixture .
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Costco is one of the best stores to shop at when you need to buy items in bulk and are looking for a deal, a steal, or a bargain -- and with the rising popularity of avocados, these green babies can get pretty expensive. However, you should think twice before buying avocados at the wholesale chain.
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If you have recently eaten delicate fresh pasta, the dry boxed variety can be pretty disappointing. Fortunately for us, Whole Foods stocks both fresh pastas and good quality-dried versions in bulk. Even if you can't shop in the bulk section, they probably carry some pasta that will suit your needs.
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Comments on the coupon and savings blog Hip 2 Save relayed some interesting and unpleasant observations about the texture of Costco's pumpkin pie that are definitely cause for concern. Users were perplexed and dismayed by the presence of grit and sand in the pumpkin pie filling.
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Dollar Tree sells instant coffee, regular and decaf, but the internet has spoken and while it may offend some coffee drinkers' sensibility, there's definitely a contingency that is not a fan of the Dollar Tree coffee.
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Everyone loves a good slice of pie. Still, in this hectic modern life, who has time to actually hit the kitchen and bake them on the regular, let alone eat giant slices on a daily basis? Fortunately, Sam's Club has offered its members a convenient way to make tiny, delicious mini-pies to die for.
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With its "get the membership, get the savings" attitude, Sam's Club seems like a chain that wears its heart on its sleeve and steers away from hidden tricks. Of course, that's not exactly the case. Sam's Club has all sorts of secrets, including a cool, hidden code it uses to mark discounted items.
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Costco carries a Blue Crab Spread from Inland Market, and while it's delicious, you might want to think twice before shelling out for this fishy dip.
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Is there anything more perfect to bring to Thanksgiving dinner than a Costco pumpkin pie? Since it's a generous 12 inches in diameter and four pounds in weight, you can almost bank on a breakfast of pumpkin pie leftovers to fuel you up for some vigorous Black Friday shopping the next morning.
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Have you ever bought eggs at Costco? Did you think twice about it? Well, you might want to read this before going back for more.
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If you're a homegrown Southerner, then chances are you've at least heard of Hoppin' John, even if it isn't part of your annual New Year's Day meal. The classic New Year's dish includes peas, pork, and rice, and it's been around since the 1800s.
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Many people might feel intimidated when visiting the butcher. But ordering meat from your local butcher can be quite easy. However, there are a few pointers you need to know that'll put you above the rest next time you're buying meat.
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The Chopping Block reminds us of the old adage that you should only flip a steak once, whether cooking it on a stovetop or a grill. According to Serious Eats, science states otherwise, which is great news for multi-flip steak cooks everywhere.
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Researchers found that the use of artificial sweeteners grew by 200 percent in children, and by 54 percent in adults, between 2000-2012. Studies show that parents do not want to give them to their children, yet 77 percent of respondents can't always identify artificial sweeteners in products.
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As the popularity of sushi has grown, so has the prevalence of wasabi -- including counterfeits. As HuffPost breathlessly announced in 2015, some restaurants and allegedly wasabi-flavored snacks substitute a mixture of horseradish, mustard, and food coloring for the real thing.
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A cross between Macoun and Honeygold varieties, the Honeycrisp apple was developed to stand up against the harsh temperatures of winter (via TC Times). But surprisingly, per Bloomberg, this apple really didn't take off until the 1980s.
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