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Organic, cage-free, free-range, natural, Grade A, and more. How to decipher egg carton labels, and which ones are worth paying up for. With eggflation in full swing, its more important than ever to be able to decode an egg carton. Simply Recipes / Wanda Abraham Are organic eggs truly better than conventional eggs? And is it worth shelling out extra for pasture-raised eggs? Here, were breaking down the jargon to help you shop a little smarter....

These are the must-have gadgets and gear for college students, directly from the source. And yet, it’s not always easy to coax college kids from the comfort of their dorm rooms. This begs the question of what cooking gear a college kid might need to pull together a simple meal. Simply Recipes / Sabrina Tan The number one essential has to be the ubiquitous mini fridge. Most universities offer them for rent and its not hard to find one second-hand at a reasonable price....

I know, I know, fridge space is at a premium. Citrus A bowl of fresh lemons and limes is quite tempting to keep out on the countertop. They just give an instant refreshing look to your cooking space. Alison Conklin But, if you want to keep them around much longer, opt for chilled storage. Specifically, in an airtight container or a sealed plastic bag in the crisper drawer. Lemons that last a whole month instead of just a week....

Summer is finally here and I’m firing up the grill as often as possible. Summer is finally here and I’m firing up the grill as often as possible. Here you’ll find seven grilling recipes for each day this week, including handy tips from the contributors. Simply Recipes / Cynthia Christensen Be aware that theres a tradeoff since husked corn gets tougher as it sits." The meat must have a good amount of fat marbling....

It’s not a party without 7 layer dip! It’s an essential game day appetizer. Refried beans should be servedwarm. Elise Bauer There, I’ve said it. This is why I make 7 layer dip starting with a layer of hot refried beans. The only cold part of the dip is the topping of sour cream (or crema Mexicana). Elise Bauer Served this way and the taste delightfully mimicstostadasor homemadenachos, but in an easy-to-serve dip form....

Whip up these dinner recipes that are easy to make for two. I feel the same way when it’s just my husband and I. On the other hand, some meals are easier to make for two people than four. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas For example, you won’t find me frying chicken or making skillet pizza for our whole family. It would take too long to make enough food for everyone....

Leftover ricotta is a tasty addition to many of your favorite recipes. Ricotta is one of the best things about life. That may be a bold statement, but I stand by it! Sally Vargas Its really easy to make homemade ricottathis is a great way to use up milk or yogurt. you might freeze it, but I prefer to eat it on my morning toast with a little jam. It can be on the table in under 30 minutes....

All that waste has enormous ecological and economic impacts, both nationally and globally. Americans waste $408 billion on food annually, according to the nonprofitFeeding America. That’s about 108 billion pounds of food, or 130 billion meals. Simply Recipes / Amazon You may never casually toss coffee grounds again after making Coffee Grounds Ice Cream or Coffee Grounds Biscotti. Quick Clean Out the Crisper notes provide recipes for stratas and pickles to tackle those odds and ends....

Trust us, these are the products you should stash your money on. We love to stock up on everything from theirGorgonzola gnocchito theirpepita salsa. The grocery store can do almost no wrong when it comes tosnacks, quickweeknight conveniences, and beyond. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Ciara Kehoe However, no one is perfect and thus, our beloved TJs isnt quite either. Packaged Sushi and Prepared Salads, Wraps, and Sandwiches...

Vinegar is great for cleaning… but it can also ruin your things. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Vinegar is like a magical concoction. Although it can be quite handy in many cleaning situations, sometimes vinegar should not be used. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Vinegar is also convenient because theres a good chance you have some already on hand. Ek points out that it can remove hard water residue on clothing, towels, and your showerhead....

Pass on these items the next time you shop. However, the options arent all winners. These seven items disappointed us so much that well never buy them again. Simply Recipes / Sarah Crowder Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Retailers below 1. True Thai Vegetable Pad Thai 2. Cheese curds are meant to be freshly fried and immediately shoved into your mouth. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Retailers below...

Everything you want to know about canned tomatoes! And canned tomatoes?Definitelya staple! So many recipes chili,meatballs,Indian butter chicken,Mexican lasagna call for a can of tomatoes. Andy Christensen So what’s the difference between all these different types of canned tomatoes? And can you swap, say, a can of crushed tomatoes with a can of diced tomatoes? You’ve never bought stewed tomatoes before.What are stewed tomatoes?! Andy Christensen We have answers, friends, and can help light the way on your canned tomato journey!...

Don’t let that open bag of whole wheat flour go to waste. We’re here to help you with at least one of the flours lingering in the cabinetwhole wheat flour. Peruse these recipes, pick your favorite, grab your bag of opened whole wheat flour and get baking. Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer Flour Freshness Whole wheat flour doesn’t last as long as refined flour. Before you bake, sniff the bag....