The only thing that can make kicking back with a glass of wine better is the taste of chocolate that pairs perfectly with it. Regardless of whether you prefer red or white, there's a chocolate out there that will go well with it -- and Aldi just made the job of selecting your chocolate a lot easier.
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Whether you were lucky enough to spend the day in shallow waters happily digging in the sand for clams or you timed your weekend farmers market visit right and scored a haul of littlenecks, the question of storage is equally as pertinent. So, what exactly are you supposed to do with the mollusks?
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If you're interested in a cross between chicken and red meat, Gordon Ramsay's trick to making the perfect duck breast should meet your craving. The unique way Gordon Ramsay makes roast duck involves starting with a completely cold pan. Ramsay swears by this trick for roast duck.
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Rice noodles are a simple yet delicate foundation for everything from zingy pad thai to a yummy shrimp curry. But what's a home cook to do when rice noodles clump together into a giant, sticky mass? Here are a few tips from the pros to keep those translucent noodles separate and slippery.
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The blender is one of those kitchen tools that really gives you your money's worth: grinding up nuts, pureeing foods, blending together your favorite fruits for a smoothie, or even crushing ice in a matter of seconds. But did you know you should never put hot foods in your blender?
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If you leave your pie out on the counter after your Thanksgiving meals, you've been storing pecan pie wrong this whole time. Pecan pie, because of its egg content, should actually be stored in the refrigerator. Here's how to properly store your pecan pie this year.
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The next time you pick up a batch of rhubarb from your local market, there are three steps to take to make sure you prepare it properly. This way you'll get the best baking, cooking, and eating experience possible. Here's what to do.
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Stuffing can absolutely be made ahead of time, and it can make things a lot easier for you on Thanksgiving day. But there are a few things to keep in mind in order to properly freeze and thaw stuffing so that it cooks evenly, and doesn't make anyone sick.
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If you recently saw KFC's Colonel Sanders and did a double take, you're not alone. The fresh-faced, pretty-boy appearance was inspired by the November charity event Movember. That's right, the Colonel pictured in the KFC France logo removed his iconic moustache to mark the start of the event.
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Despite your best intentions (and smidge of impatience), glaring at a fresh pear won't help it ripen any faster. Unlike other tree-borne fruits, pears ripen after they're harvested, not while nuzzled on the tree. Once picked, grocers keep pears chilled, so they stay firm until you're ready to enjoy.
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Asparagus may be good for you, but the typical American only eats about 1.75 pounds of the stalks each year, making it one of the less consumed vegetables in the U.S. Maybe it's because of all those rumors that it makes your urine a smelly or maybe you feel wasteful and intimidated by the vegetable.
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There are always the classics like pumpkin pie, but the ultimate choice seems to be pecan. It doesn't get much better than the sweet and nutty pie -- especially if it has a splash of bourbon in it too. The only downside of pecan pie is that it frequently has quite a lot of corn syrup in the filling.
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A key element to any successful curry dish is having a sauce that is not only complex and flavorful, but rich in consistency as well. If you've ever tried to replicate your favorite Thai or Indian restaurant curry and ended up with a watery and unsatisfying knockoff, there are ways to fix that.
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If you are like most households, you probably find yourself buying lettuce well before you plan to use it, only to open up the refrigerator to find it wilted or worse. Luckily there are great tricks and tips to resuscitate the foundational ingredient of your salads and sandwiches.
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Smoking a turkey, whether it's for Thanksgiving dinner or another special occasion, is a delicious and easy way to cook up a whole bird. You don't even have to own a smoker to do it. The result will be a juicy bird with delicious smoky flavor, and you won't have to give up your oven for hours.
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Pho, when done right, can be one of the most comforting dishes of all time. The only caveat? Getting the broth right can take long hours. You can drastically cut down on the overall cooking time by using an Instant Pot. Read on to know the tricks that can help you.
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When pork chops are cooked to juicy perfection, they're hard to beat. When pork chops come out of the oven dry and leathery, however, you might as well toss them to the dog. Here are several prep steps you can take to ensure lip-smacking chops.
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Have you ever ordered prime rib and had your mouth catch fire when you took a bite of the mystery white sauce that accompanied it? Surprise! That was horseradish. The spiciness from horseradish dissipates quickly, like wasabi.
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Atlantic Beach Pie is a North Carolina phenomenon: neither completely lemon nor lime, free of graham-crackers, and topped with whipped cream instead of meringue, it's close to other citrus pies but also something completely different.
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Halloween is here again, and this year there's more to look forward to than just candy. Though you probably know you can pair candy with wine, we're here to tell you you can pair it with cheese too! Match all three for a scary good Halloween-worthy charcuterie board this year.
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If you're going to go to all the trouble of making an apple pie or crisp, make sure it's worth all the slicing, peeling, and chopping by choosing the best apple for the job. You might not have thought about it before, but different varieties of apples each have their own niche in the kitchen.
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There's a hack for absolutely everything these days. No matter what you're craving and needed five minutes ago, you can probably find an easy version to make at home. This trick is clearly basic, as it only calls for two ingredients, but there are plenty of people who love the ice cream alternative.
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Once you get your salt solution down, you can get fancy and add all kinds of herbs, cut-up vegetables, citrus fruits, and seasonings to your brine. But there is another ingredient that you might want to consider adding to your brine: sugar.
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Lard often gets a bad rap. If you find yourself doing the Heisman when a recipe calls for this rendered pig's fat or you can't help but shrink back in sheer horror at the thought of scooping this greasy ingredient out of the jar, there are plenty of options you can use as a lard substitute.
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A Saturday afternoon grill party just wouldn't be complete without some juicy hamburgers, plump hot dogs, and fresh grilled peaches. Wait, peaches? Yes. There are several desserts that are healthier than you may think, including grilled fruit.
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Freezing meat is a good way to stock up and make sure you always have a backup option for dinner when you need it. The downside is you have to wait for it to thaw before you can start cooking. But if you planned on brining your meat before cooking, you can save yourself some time.
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If you're a fan of stuffed pastas, but worried that they were too difficult to make at home, then you might have avoided cooking them in the past. However, we're here to tell you that -- provided you have the right tools -- making stuffed pasta can actually be quite simple.
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