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Planning & Prep
What is Meal Planning and Why is It Important?
Meal planning sounds like a simple habit to get into, and for people who have always done it, it's something that probably comes pretty naturally. Indeed, for habitual meal planners, the idea of not planning out what they and their families are going to eat before visiting the grocery store is probably unnerving. But if you were a habitual meal planner, you wouldn't be reading…...
Oct 8, 2021
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How To Cook Tofu: Guide to Tofu Cooking Methods
Let’s face it: Tofu has a bad reputation. For years, it’s been the target of harsh jokes that it’s bland and rubbery. But this versatile ingredient can actually be delicious, and it’s capable of transforming…...
Aug 28, 2024
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10 Most Common Dietary Restrictions
Dietary restrictions are meal plans that limit or remove certain ingredients or whole categories of foods. The most common dietary restrictions may be associated with specific health issues, religious beliefs or physical intolerances, but some…...
Aug 20, 2024
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How to Store Grocery Bags: An Instacart Guide
Have you ever looked at all your grocery bags shoved in disarray in multiple places around the house and thought about organizing them, so they're easier to find? Even reusable grocery bags ultimately get treated in the…...
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Guide to Vacation Grocery Delivery Services [Tips, Tricks & More]
Gearing up for a vacation is no easy feat. From packing suitcases, arranging travel plans and building an itinerary, grocery shopping is the last thing you should worry about. That’s where vacation grocery delivery comes…...
Jan 23, 2024
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How To Marinate Chicken (For Tender, Juicy Chicken Every Time)
Have you ever bit into a piece of chicken and known, immediately and suddenly, that your life was changed forever? Sort of like when Prince Charming sees Cinderella for the first time at the ball;…...
Aug 6, 2024
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Easy Ways To Send Flowers to a Hospital
A hospital stay can be a stressful time for both the patient and their loved ones. While you might not be able to be there in person, sending a thoughtful gift can offer a much-needed…...
Aug 6, 2024
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Cake Calculator: Serving Sizes Made Easy
Ever stared down a mountain of leftover cake after a party, wondering where you'll possibly store it all? Or worse, faced the panicked realization that you haven't baked enough to feed your guests? We've all…...
Jul 22, 2024
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How To Cook Chicken Breast Perfectly in Under 30 Minutes
A tender, juicy piece of chicken is hard to top when it comes to memorable parts of a meal. Pasta is delicious, salads are indispensable — but when you get chicken right, it’s really, really…...
Jul 30, 2024
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13 Simple Sour Cream Substitutes for Any Recipe
Ever find yourself in the middle of cooking to find you don’t have a key ingredient on hand? Instead of having to run to the store, knowing what substitutes will work in its place can…...
Feb 24, 2023