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Everclear alternatives

For the unintiated, Everclear is a brand of pure grain alcohol that has attracted much controversy over the years due to its high alcohol content. "Real" Everclear is 190 proof (95% alcohol) and is illegal in...

11 comments    shopping california alcohol
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What are the best California Chardonnays under $10?

I am a big believer in the $10 bottle of wine. There are plenty of decent-quality wines out there that you can enjoy without paying a bundle. Now, prices will vary slightly around the country (for example, I...

3 comments    food cheap wine
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Tupperware Lunch n' Things Review

I'll admit it: I have a thing for divided plates. I'm not sure if it's because as a child I was one of those kids who didn't like my mashed potatoes touching my peas, or if it's just because I like things to...

4 comments    food storage lunch
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Quick Breads: Easy Banana Bread Recipe

When you're looking for something quick, easy, and yummy to prepare as a breakfast treat you can never go wrong with a quick bread. A quick bread doesn't require yeast. Instead it uses other leaveners such as...

13 comments    food recipe cooking
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Brown Sugar Baked Chicken

Chicken legs can make for a very economical meal. They always seem to be on sale at my local grocery store. However, the same old methods of preparation can get boring -- coating them with BBQ sauce or...

0 comments    food recipe cooking
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Two Delicious Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

One of my all-time favorite comfort foods is macaroni and cheese. And I'm not talking about the kind that comes out of the blue box. Homemade baked macaroni and cheese doesn't take much more effort to make...

9 comments    food recipes cooking
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Potato Salad Recipes

Potato salad is a dish that is synonymous with summer cook outs and parties, but really it's great year-round. It's always a crowd pleaser at potlucks and pairs well with so many dishes from fried chicken to...

1 comment    food recipes potatoes
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Quick Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Now that the warm weather has arrived, I've started to crave seafood more often. One of my favorite recipes is shrimp scampi. It combines three of my favorite ingredients: butter, garlic, and lemon. How can...

2 comments    food recipe cooking
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Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breasts

This is one of those recipes that looks quite impressive, but is actually very easy. So it's great to make for guests! The creamy, tangy cheese stuffing will have them wanting more, so be sure you throw an...

4 comments    food cooking easy
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Delicious Asparagus Recipes

Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables. It is low in calories, contains no fat or cholesterol, and is very low in sodium. It is also a good source of folic acid, potassium, and fiber. Not to mention, it is...

2 comments    food recipes cooking
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