How to Host a Holiday Party Like a Pro, According to Experts

When Eric and Janell Adjepong were dating, she asked him to cook for a dinner party she was hosting. He’d been a professional chef for years, so of course, he obliged. As they were getting ready for the event, he noticed how Janell brought her love of interior design to the event, beautifully setting the table and putting all of the finishing touches on the evening. That night, they decided to join forces and start their dinner party service,Pinch and Plate, with Janell handling the decor—like stunning tablescapes with candles and unique artifacts—and Eric serving up delicious, artful plates....

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 621 words · William Salazar

How to Host a Memorable Thanksgiving Feast—With Recipes & Tips From the Editors at EatingWell

For many home cooks, Thanksgiving is the main event of the year. It’s the time to dazzle, to show off, to pull together a big meal and gather your family and friends to feast and practice gratitude. But if you’re new to hosting or even if you’ve been preparing the meal year after year, it can be intimidating. But have no fear, you can do this. As a senior editor atEatingWelland someone who has hosted her fair share of Thanksgiving dinners, I’ve learned a lot over the years about how to make the day go as smoothly as possible....

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1303 words · Jacob Pearson

How to Host a Stuffed Potato-Themed Potluck Dinner

Baked potatoes are traditionally designated as a side dish, but pile them high with pulled pork and other toppings and they become a satisfying main meal for your next potluck dinner. The concept is simple: plan to provide a few of the elements, then have your guests bring the rest. Get delicious recipes below, plus a few helpful tips to make planning a breeze (and if you’re looking for other ideas, try this concept with ourramen menu)....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 248 words · Gregory Jones

How to Host an Outdoor Thanksgiving

ClosePhoto: Getty Images / PeopleImagesThanksgiving 2020 is sure to be a unique celebration compared to years prior. While you might not be able to travel far or host as many people as usual, you can still have a safe, and delicious, celebration. One way to do that is to host an outdoor Thanksgiving instead, which the CDC rates as a moderately safe option.To help with your outdoor Thanksgiving, we’ve pulled together some tips and tricks to make your gathering a success....

January 18, 2025 · 12 min · 2480 words · Jessica Moore

How to Keep a Turkey Warm

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleCover ItPop It in the OvenCalculating Cook TimesWhen to CarveWhen to RefrigerateHow to Cook It Ahead In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Cover It Pop It in the Oven Calculating Cook Times When to Carve When to Refrigerate How to Cook It Ahead Close Photo: Getty Images Cooking and serving a turkey dinner is a delicate dance that revolves around how long it takes the showstopping bird to cook....

January 18, 2025 · 5 min · 968 words · Chad Oconnor

How to Keep Bagged Salad Fresh Longer

If you’ve ever gone to the refrigerator to get a bag of greens to make your favoritesalad recipeand found nothing but a slimy, spoiled mess, then you know how quickly good greens can go bad. While the fresh flavor of salad greens is a welcome addition to almost any meal, lettuce and other delicate greens tend to wilt quickly. While whole heads of lettuce can last as long as two weeks if properly stored, bagged lettuce that has already been cut or torn is likely to deteriorate more quickly—usually in about three to five days....

January 18, 2025 · 4 min · 689 words · Kellie Hughes

How to Keep Spinach from Getting Slimy—Plus, What to Do If a Bag Is Partially Rotten

In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What causes spinach to go bad? How long does spinach last? Does spinach from a container or bag last longer? How to tell if spinach has gone bad Is it OK to eat wilted or slimy spinach? Is it OK to cook wilted spinach? Close Photo: Getty Images / Kseniya Ovchinnikova Spinachis one of thehealthiest greens you can eat. High in vitamins and minerals, especiallyiron, it is great bothrawandcooked, and it’s fast and easy to prepare....

January 18, 2025 · 5 min · 939 words · Brittany Graves

How to Know If Frozen Food Is Safe to Eat After Losing Power

Just in time forHanukkahand upcomingChristmas festivities, Mother Nature is entering the chat and isdefinitelymaking herself known this week. According to theNational Weather Service, a “dangerous arctic outbreak” is likely to impact most of the lower 48 states. Frigid temperatures and “life-threatening wind chills” are expected to join snow or freezing rain in many parts of the country making travel challenging to impossible. When whipping winds meet that precipitation—especially the icy rain—power might be at-risk, too....

January 18, 2025 · 6 min · 1190 words · Adam Mora

How to Know If You Should Wear a Mask, According to New CDC Guidelines

Close Photo: Getty Images / Xinzheng / zhengshun tang The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new masking and COVID-19 prevention recommendations on Friday to help you stay safe based on the risk level in your community. How to Correctly Wear a Mask If You Have a Beard or a Mustache As of Friday, when the new system was announced, Greta Massetti, Ph.D., M.P.H., of the CDC COVID-19 Response Incident Management Team, estimated that 70% of Americans live in a county with a low or medium risk level....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 383 words · Shelby Shelton

How to Lose Belly Fat the Healthy Way

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Is Belly Fat?What to EatExercisesLifestyle Changes In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Is Belly Fat? What to Eat Exercises Lifestyle Changes While there is no magic formula for food and exercise to lose belly fat fast with the snap of your fingers, there are nutritional choices, exercises and lifestyle changes that can help. Here’s your guide to understanding exactly what belly fat is and how you might be able to reduce it over time....

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1391 words · Robert Dennis

How to Lose Body Fat, According to a Dietitian

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleSetting Realistic GoalsCreate a Healthy Eating PlanIncorporate Physical ActivityLifestyle Modifications for Fat LossMonitoring ProgressFAQs In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Setting Realistic Goals Create a Healthy Eating Plan Incorporate Physical Activity Lifestyle Modifications for Fat Loss Monitoring Progress FAQs Close Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall If you are aiming to lose body fat, there’s one big thing you’re up against: The chatter on social media....

January 18, 2025 · 6 min · 1268 words · Misty Estrada

How to Lose Eight Pounds This Month

Weight loss might feel overwhelming, and sometimes it can be hard toknow where to start. Luckily, we have recipes and tips to help you reach your goals. Pair your motivation with ourweight-loss meal plans with specific calorie countsand you can lose up to eight pounds this month. High in fiber and packed with protein, the tasty recipes in each meal plan are designed to keep you feeling full and satisfied while you lose weight....

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 540 words · Rebecca Wagner

How to Lose Weight When You Don't Know Where to Start, According to a Dietitian

In This ArticleView AllIn This Article1. Embrace the Long Game2. Rely on a Professional to Help3. Adopt the 80/20 Philosophy4. Understand Set Point Theory5. Track Your Food (at Least to Start)6. Rethink the Scale7. Track Other Metrics8. Get Moving9. Focus on Fiber10. Eat Protein at Every MealThe Bottom Line In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Embrace the Long Game Rely on a Professional to Help...

January 18, 2025 · 12 min · 2344 words · Christopher Buck