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24 ounce T-bone steak76

The Perfect Steak, Pt. 1: How to Pick a Steak Cut

Morgan Davis has been perfecting his steak selection and cooking technique for a decade, and he spent over a year working at a high-end steak and chop house, Il Paradiso, in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. In this interview, part one of two, Morgan discusses how to select a good steak cut.

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Penne alla Norma 74

Penne alla Norma Recipe

Penne alla Norma is a savory, spicy summer pasta dish. Use garden fresh heirloom tomatoes, eggplant peppers, and herbs and prepare it on a grill, and you'll have a wonderful summer treat. It is an excellent vegetarian complement to Salsice Pasta Rustico and can be prepared at the same time, using many of the same ingredients.

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there is a world of difference between course ground Celtic sea salt (left) and plain table salt (right)74

Bath Salt Ingredient Properties and Health Benefits

Here you can learn what each of the potential bath salt ingredients are and how to decide which to use for the sort of bath salts you wish to make. With familiarity with the properties of all of the ingredients, you will know what to put in a skin care bath salt mix, what to put in a relaxation bath salt blend, or what to include in a detox formula.

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baked eggplant parmesan74

Baked Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

Usually we make fried eggplant parmesan since ricotta is normally so expensive, but my favorite way to have it is baked with basil, ricotta, and marinara, giving it a feel reminiscent of lasagna, but with those delicious crispy breaded eggplants spread across the top instead.

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vegetarian Tikka Masala with potato, cabbage, and peas72

Vegetarian Tikka Masala Recipe with Potato, Cabbage, and Peas

Tikka Masala has been described as Britain's national food after a survey found that it was the most-ordered restaurant dish in the country. This vegetarian adaptation is very addictive; the potatoes, tomatoes, and cabbage compliment each other well and the creamy sauce gives a rich, smooth taste.

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homemade Luxury Lavender aromatherapy bath salts with lavender blossoms, Epsom Salts, Celtic Sea Salts, lavender essential oil, and more74

Aromatherapy Bath Salts Recipe - Luxury Lavender

If you have sore muscles, are having trouble sleeping, or simply need to relax, this lavender aromatherapy bath salt recipe is just the thing for you. Luxury bath salts are very easy to make at home and are much cheaper than buying them pre-made. They also make excellent gifts!

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tortellini salad with artichoke hearts, olives, and cherry tomatoes74

Tortellini Salad Recipe with Artichoke Hearts, Olives, and Cherry Tomatoes

This incredibly easy to prepare pasta salad is a perfect dish for a potluck or just dinner on a hot summer night. The cheese-stuffed tortellini wonderfully complements the fresh flavor of the cherry tomatoes and banana peppers, and the unique taste of artichoke hearts, olives, and pesto round out the dish perfectly; it is simply bursting with flavor.

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kielbasa sausage stir fry with onions, peppers, and fingerling potato wedges73

Kielbasa Sausage Stir Fry Recipe with Onion and Peppers

This sausage stir fry is ridiculously simple and easy to make. It takes hardly any preparation or cooking time at all, and the sausage brings most of the flavor to the dish, so very few ingredients are needed. It is hearty, warm, and spicy, perfect for an autumn or winter dinner.

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Bourbon Marinated and Grilled Salmon 73

Bourbon Marinated Salmon Recipe

This salmon, prepared with a bourbon marinade for some sweetness and grilled for a taste of smoke made for a fine dinner with friends. This marinade is also perfect for trout and even does interesting things with shrimp and chicken.

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parmesan white bean soup77

Parmesan White Bean Soup Recipe

This creamy white bean soup with parmesan and white wine makes a delicious winter meal. It can be slow-cooked in a crock-pot all day or prepared in a couple of hours if you soak your beans the night before. Serve a crowd and enjoy!

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