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In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow a Thermos WorksHow to Clean ItHow Not to Clean ItTips to Maximize Its Staying PowerWhen to Throw It Out In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How a Thermos Works How to Clean It How Not to Clean It Tips to Maximize Its Staying Power When to Throw It Out Close Photo: Getty Images There’s nothing worse than opening up your to-go coffee cup, ready to enjoya delicious (and healthy) sip, only to find your beverage at room temperature....

Close Pictured Recipe:Mom’s Chili Dried red kidney beans and cannellini beans (white kidney beans)—are pantry staples and healthy to boot, adding protein, fiber and iron to your daily meals. When cooked until their centers are creamy, these beloved legumes go into delicious veggie burgers,fresh salads, rice dishes and, of course, chili. Whether you have cans of prepared beans or bags of the dried ones stacked (neatly, of course)in your pantry, red kidney beans and cannellini beans are always good to have on hand....

Close Photo: Courtesy Thrive Market I’m usually all about shopping local, and in ordinary times I actually enjoy running around to different stores to find whatever ingredients I need to make my meals. But these are not ordinary times, so while I’m still getting my produce, eggs and meat from a local farm delivery service and many other ingredients from a local restaurant that’s turned into a grocery store, I also recently joined the online subscription-based grocery storeThrive Marketto fill in the gaps on food staples, cleaning products and other household supplies....

Close Photo: Getty Images These days, a lot of people aregiving up drinking alcoholin favor of self-care. As the sober-curious movement has gained traction, more and more people are looking for alcohol-free beverages, and wine producers are taking note. I personally haven’t had any alcohol in a few years and I’m eager to see what people are coming up with for wine alternatives. Usually, I’m good if a Spindrift or La Croix is available, but I miss having a glass of wine to go with my meal, so having the option of a non-alcoholic red to go with dinner is appealing....

You’re ready to lose weight. No, really. This time you mean it. But you have no idea where to start. Perhaps a goal or two would help. But how do you know if they’re realistic? Can you really drop two dress sizes in time for that big reunion? How long does it take to lose 10 pounds, anyway? This goal-setting business is hard. In fact, maybe you should have a caramel latte first....

Shredded zucchini adds flavor, texture and a nutritional boost toquick breads,fritters,casserolesand more. It’s also a handy way to use up an abundance of fresh zucchini, whether it’s from the farmers' market or your own backyard. But what’s the best way to grate this popularsummer squash? Elizabeth Laseter How to Choose Perfect Zucchini The better-quality your zucchini, the prettier its “shreds” will be. Ultimately, this means a better outcome for your recipe, whether it’s a quick bread or frittata....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Is Brown SugarHow Can You Store Brown Sugar So It Doesn’t Harden?Why Does Brown Sugar Harden?How Can You Soften Brown Sugar Fast?How to Soften Brown Sugar with an AppleHow to Soften Brown Sugar with BreadHow to Soften Brown Sugar with Terra CottaHow Can You Tell If Brown Sugar Is Bad?What Are Some Alternatives to Brown Sugar?The Bottom Line In This ArticleView All View All...

Forgetting to soften butter before you make abatch of cookiesor frosting is one of a cook’s greatest frustrations. And while we’ve all tried to cheat the system once or twice, we know deep down we’ll never get the same perfect crumb and fluffy texture that comes from beating creamy butter into sugar granules.Casey BarberBut the next time you need a soft stick of butter stat, don’t sit around watching it on the counter, wondering “How long does it take for butter to soften?...

ClosePhoto: Getty ImagesHoney is one of those amazing foods that can enhance so many dishes, both sweet and savory. It is also the only food that generallynever goes bad, making it an ideal souvenir from your travels, or the kind of product you can explore in all of its various styles and flavors. But it’s always so disappointing when you reach for a jar of the sticky, sweet, magical stuff to find hardened or crystallized honey....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleCut Out the BackboneBreak the BreastboneArrange the BirdSeason the BirdAdd Extra MoistureRoast It Hot and FastHow to Make It Even Better In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Cut Out the Backbone Break the Breastbone Arrange the Bird Season the Bird Add Extra Moisture Roast It Hot and Fast How to Make It Even Better Featured Recipe:Spatchcock Turkey with Sage & Thyme There are three things everyone wants in a Thanksgiving turkey: crispy skin, juicy meat and a fast cooking time....

Close Photo: ArtMarie/Getty Images It hasn’t been that long (though it feels like an eternity) since health officials recommended weminimize grocery store tripsand other essential errands as much as possible to help reduce the risk of spreading the novel coronavirus. But for many people, making it happen isn’t as simple as waltzing into a supermarket and stocking up on 1-2 weeks' worth of food at one time. “Being out of work or trying to stretch your dollars makes purchasing large quantities of food quite difficult,” says Brooklyn-based registered dietitianMaya Feller, RD....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleDoes It Work?Reasons to StartLow-Carb BasicsPlanning TipsHow to Count CarbsAvoid Going Too Low In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Does It Work? Reasons to Start Low-Carb Basics Planning Tips How to Count Carbs Avoid Going Too Low Maybe you have a neighbor who went on alow-carb diet planand lost a lot of weight. Or you heard about a celeb who did it for a role or to lose post-pregnancy weight....

There are some really good reasons to grow your own food: you can grow organic vegetables, save money and know exactly where your food comes from. There are also many ways you can go about creating your own vegetable garden. If you have slightly more room, like an urban backyard, try creating a small garden withraised garden beds. However you decide to build your garden, consider these four things before you get started:...