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You cut into a head of lettuce for a salad, come back to it later, and suddenly the edges look pink. That can be a little alarming the first time you see it. So, why is my lettuce pink? And more importantly, is pink lettuce safe to eat? In many cases, a pink or reddish … Read more

If regular ranch dressing tastes too salty for you, making it at home is an easy way to control what goes into it. This low sodium ranch dressing recipe uses simple ingredients and gives you the creamy, herby ranch flavor without relying on a regular ranch packet. It takes only a few minutes to mix, … Read more

If you enjoy coffee but do not want the same cup every day, a few simple recipes can make a big difference. You can turn regular brewed coffee into an iced coffee, mocha, vanilla coffee, or a creamy cold drink without needing fancy café equipment. This guide to coffee recipes jalbitedrinks focuses on easy drinks … Read more

Some side dishes are easy to forget. Bill Miller green beans are not one of them. They are tender, savory, slightly tomatoey, and rich enough to stand next to a plate of barbecue without tasting like an afterthought. The texture is soft rather than crisp, and the cooking liquid brings together the bacon, onion, garlic, … Read more

Warm breadsticks are one of those things that can make a simple dinner feel a little more special. These sourdough garlic breadsticks have a soft middle, lightly browned edges, and a buttery garlic topping that soaks into the bread while it is still warm. The sourdough adds a gentle tang without making the breadsticks taste … Read more

There are some recipes that make dinner feel a little more homemade, and warm breadsticks are one of them. This sourdough breadsticks recipe makes soft, lightly chewy breadsticks with a golden outside and a mild sourdough flavor. They are finished with garlic butter and herbs, so the kitchen smells amazing before they even reach the … Read more

If you like pizza with a little heat, Calabrian chili on pizza is worth trying. These small red peppers bring more than spice. They have a fruity, slightly smoky flavor that works especially well with tomato sauce, mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, and creamy cheeses. The easiest mistake is using too much. Calabrian chili is flavorful … Read more