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Matt Duckor

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Eggnog

Fluffy beaten egg whites make this eggnog recipe lighter and easier to drink than a cup of cream and booze has any right to be.
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Roasting Season Is Over. Long Live the Sauté

No oven required.
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Oyster Shucking 101

Learn how to shuck an oyster with ease via our six-step photo-illustrated guide.
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4 Spicy Condiments You Should Always Have In Your Fridge

These spicy chili pastes, oils, and sauces should be staples in your pantry for adding heat, texture, and umami to everything you cook.
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How to Turn Your Kettle Grill into a Smoker

No smoker? No problem.
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Classic Smashed Cheeseburger

It’s too soon for grilling season, but it’s never too soon to smash a burger on a griddle (or cast-iron pan) in the comfort of your kitchen. Freezing before cooking allows the patty to develop a satisfying crust while retaining a pink and juicy center.
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The Right Way to Use a Salad Spinner

You spin me right round. Or do you?
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The Best Way to Re-Crisp Chicken Skin

Make second-time-around chicken extra delicious with this easy trick.
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How to Peel a Dozen Eggs in 2 Minutes or Less

All you need to do is swirl, tap, and peel.
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The Best Chef's Knives for the Money

How do you slice through all the noise and hone in on the perfect chef's knife? Test every one you can get your hands on, of course. (Don't worry—we did it for you.)
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Microplanes: Not Just For Zesting Anymore

We don't stop at hard cheeses and citrus.
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The Secret to the Best Ever French Onion Dip

Just like your mom used to make—except with hidden, DIY superflavor.
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How to Cook Green Beans in 6 Minutes Flat

This method is completely hands-off (and totally delicious).
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How to Make Perfect Poached Eggs

You've mastered the scramble. The over-easy egg is practically second nature. Now it's time to take on poaching.
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Quick Mulled Wine: the Ultimate Winter Party Drink

(It also happens to be the ultimate pajama party drink. Just saying.)
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Quick Cider-Mulled Wine

This pared-down mulled wine recipe is great for impromptu entertaining this weekend.
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A Classic Cocktail Inspired by Pancakes

This twist on the old-fashioned is the perfect drink for fall.
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Maple Old-Fashioned

This twist on the classic whiskey cocktail is the perfect companion to the fall season.
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5 Kid-Friendly Meals for Back-to-School Season

Turn to this roster of quick-cooking dinners to help make the transition as painless as possible.