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I love waking up to the familiar smells of bacon and eggs cooking and coffee brewing. The problem is that many families often don’t wake up on leisurely weekends at the same time, so brunch makes more sense. It’s nice to “do” brunch out, but it can be crowded on weekends or special occasions and costly, too. So why not make a midday meal at home. A few …

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We’ve all been there. You’ve got too many bananas, mashed potatoes, eggs or zucchini, and the excess is threatening to rot in your kitchen. While some families are used to a week of turkey after Thanksgiving, they might not appreciate a week of scrambled eggs. Often, the food can be frozen and used later, but it’s wise to have a few ideas for backup meals so you don’t …

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A reader once asked for a pot-roast recipe on my forums and got many recipes that included cola. They claimed it tenderized the meat. This didn’t sound appealing to me, so I forgot about it. Through the years, I noticed more people mentioning cakes, pies and meat recipes that included pop as the secret ingredient. I still wasn’t convinced.
It wasn’t until I read “Fix-It and Forget-It 5-Ingredient …

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This time of the year, daylight quickly turns to dusk. We crave the warmth of comfort foods. It’s time to showcase one of your winter assets — desserts baked with love. You can create unforgettable memories for your family by baking dessert casseroles such as cobblers, crisps and cakes. One-dish desserts are perfect for snow days, or let one bake while you sit down for dinner, and it’ll …