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Beets | Beets come into season in the summer months and stay in season throughout the fall. Earthy with the potential to be sweet, <a href="https://www.thedailymeal.com/recipes/roasted-beets-recipe-0">beets do best when roasted simply in the oven</a>, though you can certainly use them to <a href="https://www.thedailymeal.com/beet-soup-0-recipe">make soup</a>, <a href="https://www.thedailymeal.com/recipes/roasted-beets-and-goat-cheese-pomegranate-molasses-recipe">salads</a>, <a href="https://www.thedailymeal.com/recipes/beetroot-sauce-recipe">sauce</a> or healthy <a href="https://www.thedailymeal.com/best-recipes/red-beet-chips-garlic-parsley-dip">chips</a>.

What’s in season in fall and how to prepare it

September 22, 2021 at 9:18 a.m.

after-school snack or as the star of apple pie, but there are plenty of things you can make with apples, including apple cake, Japanese curry with apples and carrots and...

Everything bagel pigs in a blanket | If you thought pigs in a blanket couldn't get any better, we have three words for you: everything bagel seasoning. Cream cheese and scallions bring even more NYC-inspo to this party-time classic. <a href="https://www.thedailymeal.com/recipes/everything-bagel-pigs-blanket-recipe">For the everything bagel pigs in a blanket recipe, click here.</a>

20 recipes to spice up your tailgate

September 8, 2021 at 1:23 p.m.

For the honey bacon-wrapped tater tots recipe, click here." title="Honey bacon-wrapped tater tots | Salty, smoky, sweet and crunchy, these honey-soaked, bacon-wrapped tater tots have something for everyone. And the...

Baking | Baking is a dry-heat cooking method most commonly done in the oven. The dry, indirect heat from baking cooks all sides evenly and gets the exterior of a food item brown while keeping the inside moist. Though there are exceptions, baking tends to be at a medium oven temperature. This method most commonly refers to breads, cakes, cookies and other pastries, though it can also refer to meats and vegetables, such as potatoes and chicken breast.

Basic cooking methods you need to know

October 8, 2021 at 5:24 p.m.

Baking | Baking is a dry-heat cooking method most commonly done in the oven. The dry, indirect heat from baking cooks all sides evenly and gets the exterior of a...

Rice Krispies Treats | One of those childhood treats you may have forgotten about, Rice Krispies treats are a pure delight. There's no need to buy the ultra-processed packaged version when you can make them yourself. If you really want to make these fun, you can add colored sprinkles, M&M's, chocolate chips or peanut butter chips into the treats. <a href="https://www.thedailymeal.com/best-recipes/rice-krispie-treats">For the Rice Krispies Treats recipe, click here.</a>

15 easy after-school snack recipes

August 23, 2021 at 9:29 a.m.

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Alabama: Firecracker | Summer is about two things: fireworks and ice cream. The classic Firecracker ice pop channels both of those things with its red, white and blue color scheme and cherry, white lemon and blue raspberry flavors. Alabama is all about this patriotic, refreshing confection.

Here’s the scoop: Every state’s favorite ice cream truck treat

July 7, 2021 at 4:30 p.m.

Alabama: Firecracker | Summer is about two things: fireworks and ice cream. The classic Firecracker ice pop channels both of those things with its red, white and blue color scheme...

Seriously, let the burgers be | A lot of the best burgers in America and burgers at fast food chains are "smashed," but this technique is best done on a flat griddle. When patties are flattened on a grill, any potential juiciness literally escapes through the grates. Leave the smashburgers to, well, Smashburger, and let your burgers cook, plump up and get nice and juicy.

How to grill burgers: Tips and tricks for the best patties ever

June 16, 2021 at 12:13 p.m.

Use cold ground beef | While one of the best tips for grilling steaks is to bring the meat to room temperature, the best way to cook an average-sized burger...

Jelly Belly has dozens of unconventional beans in its lineup, including canned dog food, rotten egg and booger.

The most popular Easter candies in America

March 31, 2021 at 10:57 a.m.

Easter is all about eggs. No, we're not just talking about the eggs you turn into omelets and frittatas for your Easter brunch. We're talking about the best kind of...

30 brunch recipes perfect for the spring

March 25, 2021 at 9:29 p.m.

Though brunch tastes amazing every day of the year, it seems even more spectacular during the springtime. There's just something about the warmer weather that makes us want to sit...

If you're looking for a vegetarian-friendly soup packed with protein, look no further than this black bean soup. The touch of cumin goes a long way in this simple recipe.

7 meatless recipes for Fridays during lent

March 5, 2021 at 2:38 p.m.

The season of Lent is upon us, which means millions of Catholics around the world have left the indulgences of Mardi Gras behind. Typically, devout Catholics will abstain from an...

Manhattan | If you're missing your favorite restaurant this Valentine's Day, channel a classic steakhouse menu by mixing up a Manhattan. <a href="https://www.thedailymeal.com/best-recipes/manhattan">For the Manhattan recipe, click here.</a>

25 recipes to make a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner at home

February 8, 2021 at 11:30 a.m.

Traditionally, dining out is the thing to do on Valentine's Day. In fact, according to a January 2020 release from OpenTable, it's the service's most popular day for reservations. But,...

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