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Creamy broccoli cauliflower cheddar soup a cozy antidote to winter

Creamy broccoli cauliflower cheddar soup a cozy antidote to winter

If you’ve already jumped headlong into your 2026 fitness regimen, congratulations — hooray, good for you. But you may want to stop reading now. This soup is definitely not part of the game plan.

 
A new year of flavor: Easy chicken dinners that save time and money

A new year of flavor: Easy chicken dinners that save time and money

Making dinner at home not only saves money compared to takeout or dining out, it often tastes better and gives you full control over the ingredients. Here are three reliable, approachable chicken recipes to add to your weeknight rotation: Chicken Tikka Masala, a Copycat Costco Chicken Bake and Pumpkin Chicken Chili.

 
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You’re probably not eating enough fiber. Here’s what to do about it.

You’re probably not eating enough fiber. Here’s what to do about it.

Trend-spotters are proclaiming that fiber is the new protein — the 2026 “it” nutrient. Since #fibermaxxing is already a popular hashtag, they seem to be onto something. Here’s what you need to know to benefit from the trend without falling into potential traps.

 
Organic potatoes make casserole season even easier

Organic potatoes make casserole season even easier

I love the idea of slow-baking a hearty casserole to warm my kitchen and me when winter weather is downright nasty, as it has been. I chose organic ingredients for this Cabbage, Potato, and Bacon Casserole, and for good reason.

 
A cheese-stuffed sweet potato trend led me to butterkäse, my new crush

A cheese-stuffed sweet potato trend led me to butterkäse, my new crush

Here’s the meet-cute story of how a food writer fell for butterkäse, a soft, rich cheese whose German name hints at its flavor and texture profile — a cross between butter and cheese. The journey began — as so many do these days — with videos on TikTok.

 
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This slow cooker braised beef gave me back a piece of myself

This slow cooker braised beef gave me back a piece of myself

Just three main ingredients — and no chopping or stirring — deliver an astounding depth of flavor in this tender, slow-cooked beef in tomato and garlic sauce.

 
These low-ABV wines are perfect for a not-quite-dry January

These low-ABV wines are perfect for a not-quite-dry January

If an all-or-nothing Dry January isn’t for you, consider a Damp January, which entails drinking less throughout the month. It doesn’t have to feel like deprivation, thanks to the availability of excellent low-alcohol wines. These bottles contain less booze than many other wines, and you can find them across varying styles — and at prices that won’t dry out your savings.

 

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