Ina Garten’s Hack For Avoiding The Tedious Task Of Stirring Risotto

Michael Loccisano/Getty Images In Ina Garten we trust. The Food Network star, cookbook author, and certified domestic goddess knows a thing or two about food and the art of entertaining. From choosing an appropriate host gift to crafting a perfect margarita, she really does know it all. At the center of her brand is a feeling of craftiness and authenticity. You’re probably familiar with her unofficial tagline “store-bought is fine,” often found in memes which poke good-natured fun at her tendency towards from-scratch cooking methods. However, there are some things that simply don’t … Read more

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The Simple (And Cheap!) Dollar Tree Hack That Gives You Extra Storage On Your Kitchen Counters

kevin brine/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Kitchen counters are a clutter-prone zone where a lot of us kind of just dump our stuff when walking into the house. This temporary relief creates more problems later, when it comes time to cook, and suddenly there’s no more counter space left. Shrinkflation hasn’t only hit grocery store shelves — apartments are getting smaller too. With rising prices of groceries, rent, and mortgages, many folks don’t have the square footage or budget to spare. A clean kitchen is one … Read more

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The Liquid IV Dive Bar Hack You Need For A Cheap, Delicious Night Out

PJ McDonnell/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Who doesn’t love sipping on a cocktail during a night out? A nice cocktail can help you unwind after a long day or perk up a night out. What is less well-loved is that pesky, almost inevitable hangover that creeps in the next morning. Headaches, stomach troubles, and general malaise are its calling cards, and everyone, it seems, has their own recipe for fixing (or avoiding) its symptoms. Some people take ibuprofen before bed; others drink glasses of water between … Read more

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Want A Creamier McDonald’s Smoothie? This Sweet Hack Does The Trick

McDonald’s got its start selling burgers, but through the years, it’s brought other treats to the menu, including its popular smoothies. The chain offers a number of smoothie-style items, from the fruit-based strawberry banana smoothie to the soda-based Frozen Coca-Cola Classic. But if you’re looking for a way to turn that icy texture into an even creamier treat, try combining your smoothie with a small McDonald’s ice cream cone. Of course, step one is to make sure the McDonald’s ice cream machine works, but an October 2024 ruling to fix broken machines might have made out-of-order … Read more

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The Genius Hack For Scalding Milk In The Microwave Mess-Free

Jc_dh/Getty Images All recipes come with highs and lows and the lows are almost always those semi-complicated or drawn-out steps you’d rather skip. If your next recipe calls for a cup or two of scalded milk, before you sigh heavily, try a fool-proof heating method. Sure enough, with the handy use of your microwave and believe it or not, a wooden spoon, you’ll have scalded milk in no time. The best part? You don’t have to worry about your milk accidentally boiling over during the heating process. Whether you’re whipping up classic … Read more

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