100 Ways to Be a Better Cook: Do These Things Before You Cook
Before you chop anything or turn on the stove, check these must-dos off your list.
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When I Can’t Decide What I Want to Eat, I Reach for These Soba Noodles
This cold soba salad makes the perfect packed lunch: The longer the noodles sit in the peanut dressing, the more flavorful they become.
Strawberry Applesauce
Applesauce is rewarding to make at home for its better, fresher taste, and compared to store-bought, it’s entirely free of added sugars and preservatives. Strawberries give a tangy bite and pretty pink hue and take advantage of the extra-flavorful, first-of-the-season fruit.
25-Minute Veggie Prep
Prep and cook your raw veggies so they're ready to use for snacks, stir-fries, salads, sandwiches and wraps.