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20 Most Popular Recipes in July

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STARTING WITH: Salad with tomatoes cucumbers and olives Fresh summer veggie sides, simple one-skillet meals and frosty frozen drinks all made this healthy, mouth-watering list. Trust us, it's easy to see why recipes like our Whipped Frozen Lemonade and Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad with Balsamic Dressing had people coming back for more.  

Scary-Good Halloween Treats Recipes

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Halloween parties need two things: A+ costumes and lots of themed decorations... food included. These scary-good treat ideas are a must at any Halloween party, whether you're hosting or heading to a friend's. From Dracula Dentures (as made by Kim K.!) to Jack-O'-Lantern punch bowls, you're in for a treat.  

Outrageous foods at state fairs across America

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Deep-Fried Fun State and county fairs remain one of the best places for cheap warm-weather fun , but most fairgoers are more than ready to bust their budgets and their diets when it comes to the food. Kooky, calorie-dense and often coated in batter, fair food is as big a draw as all the rides and entertainment. You'll find staples such as corn dogs and cotton candy just about everywhere, but there are some unique eats that may be worth a drive. Here are some of the tastiest, craziest and most celebrated fair foods across the country, according to reviews from expert food writers and thousands of hungry fairgoers.    

This Is the Most Popular Ice Cream Flavor in America, New Data Shows

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This Is the Most Popular Ice Cream Flavor in America, New Data Shows It's National Ice Cream Month . . . and for good reason! Ice cream sales skyrocket every July as summer hits full stride. That's particularly the case for vanilla ice cream , which is always a crowd-pleaser. Grocery delivery service Instacart just revealed exactly which flavor millions of Americans around the country order when they step outside of their comfort zones. Vanilla is "hands down the most purchased ice cream flavor in every state," so Instacart decided to dig a little deeper. To determine the most popular ice cream flavor (excluding vanilla) in all 50 states, Instacart figured out "which ice cream flavor each state buys the most compared to the national average." From green tea to rainbow sherbert, it uncovered some pretty interesting trends. The new most popular flavor of ice cream might surprise you! (Related: This Is the Best Supermarket in America, New Survey Says )  

15 Vintage Jell-O Desserts That Are Due for a Comeback

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If you found a stack of old Ladies' Home Journal magazines in your grandmother's (or great grandmother's!) attic, you wouldn't have to page through too many issues before coming across a recipe for a fabulously cool and colorful Jell-O dessert. And what isn't to love? Perfect for summer, these no-bake Jell-O desserts tick all the boxes: they're easy to make, budget friendly, and many use the best of summer's bounty of fruit. Peruse these 15 recipes, buy your favorite box of Jell-O, and steal the show at any event -- from a family reunion to a backyard barbeque with friends.  

Mom's Zucchini Bread

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Ingredient Checklist: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 3 eggs 1 cup vegetable oil 2 ¼ cups white sugar 3 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups grated zucchini 1 cup chopped walnuts Directions Instructions Checklist Step 1 Grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Step 2 Sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Step 3 Beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. Add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. Stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. Pour batter into prepared pans. Step 4 Bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. Remove bread from pan, and completely cool. Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 255 calories; protein 3.3g; carbohydrates 32.1g; fat 13.1g; cholesterol 23.3mg; sodium 179.8mg. Read More Here  

Amazing cakes and bakes for any occasion

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Glorious cake Whether you're new to baking, or a dab hand at cake-making, there is a cake for every celebration, afternoon tea or birthday. We've assembled a collection of 50 of our favorites, from easy bakes, such as carrot cake, chocolate cake and a classic Victoria sponge, to recipes which require a bit more time and effort. Plus we've plenty of tips and tricks for you to achieve perfect results every time too. Read More Here  

Best pasta salad recipes for refreshing summer eating

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From insects to rattlesnakes: these canned foods will shock you Fact check: Trump's nonsensical op-ed on his lawsuit against social… Recently we got a couple of pizzas from one of our go-to local spots, and since there was a decent-size family group on hand to eat, I asked my husband to grab a few sides, too. One of them he snagged was pasta salad. Quality over quantity: How to throw together a spectacular pasta salad I was eating one of my favorite pizzas ever and, still, I was hung up on this pasta salad. It was light and refreshing thanks to a zippy vinegar dressing, with some, but not a kitchen-sink amount, of vegetables in the mix. Simple but satisfying. It made for great leftovers, too. Summer is peak pasta salad season, when cool, packable dishes are especially welcome. They’re ideal for using odds and ends, as well as all the cherry tomatoes, zucchini and other of-the-moment produce you have on hand. Here are some ideas from our archives to help get you started. Read More

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Weeknight Dinners that Come Together in No Time

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Just one of these great recipes is as follows: Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta Craving Cajun food but don't have the time to go all out? This Cajun shrimp and sausage pasta is ready in less than 30 minutes and will satisfy your cravings for the spicy, flavorful New Orleans cuisine. Get the recipe here . View Whole Article Here  

8 no-cook recipes to keep you and your kitchen cool

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  It’s sweltering out there, and no, we don’t feel like adding to the problem with a hot oven or stovetop. When it’s hot outside, it’s time to rely on cooling no-cook meals and snacks to get you through the day. And we mean no-cook! None of these recipes involves even a little cooking — not a toaster, not a single pan, nothing to ignite any unwanted heat. Of course, if you want a crispy slice of toast or some toasted nuts, that’s up to you, but all of these recipes are designed to taste delicious without needing any heat. Read Full Article Here

Super side dishes for your weekend barbecue

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Best BBQ side dishes What's the secret to a great barbecue? Amazing BBQ sides you can pick and choose from, to complement whatever you've got cooking on the grill. From halloumi fries to smoky corn on the cob and coleslaw, these are the best of the best barbecue side dishes – both classic recipes and those with a twist. Read More Here

50 Side Dishes that Go Hand in Hand with a Juicy Steak

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Skillet Potatoes With Caramelized Onions Skillet potatoes get a delicious upgrade with the addition of caramelized onions and chopped ham. You could even serve these with steak for brunch as the ultimate weekend meal. Get the recipe here. Read Full Article Here Also See Our Post On More Great Steak Recipes Here  

Top tips for seriously tasty steaks at home

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Raise the steaks It's easier than you think to cook restaurant-quality steak at home. From knowing your cuts to the importance of correct seasoning, learn how to get the best out of the meat with these brilliant hacks.  Read More Here

20 ballpark foods you can make at home

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20 ballpark foods you can make at home Play ball! Baseball is back, and we plan to watch every one of our team’s 162 games. With fans being allowed to return to the stands, hopefully, we’ll get to go to a few games, and we hope you will, too! In the meantime, put your favorite team on your TV and get in the right mindset by feasting on one of these 20 ballpark foods you can make at home.  

Tasty but healthier options at your favorite fast food chains

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Carb crunchers and calorie cutters Did you know a White Castle Original Slider has fewer calories than a chocolate milkshake? We all crave fast food every now and again, but some menu options are undeniably healthier than others. Here we look at every major fast-food chain and point out the surprising main-meal menu items that will help you cut the calories. Read Article Here