Friday, September 29, 2017

Kristen Bell Made a Sloth Spatula and the World Rejoiced — Shopping News

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There aren’t many that are unaware of the truly passionate love that actress Kristen Bell has for a certain long-armed animal. A large portion of America eagerly watched (thank you, viral videos) as her husband Dax Shepard filmed her in bed being overjoyed at the idea of a sloth surprise and then again when she appeared on Ellen with her favorite furry creature.

And now you can share her same love for the beloved sloth with this spatula from Williams-Sonoma.

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Make-Ahead Smoothie Packs: PB&J Smoothie — Make-Ahead Smoothie Kits

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Reminiscent of the childhood classic we all love, this creamy smoothie treats you to the fruity, nutty flavors that make the PB&J such an enduring favorite. Each smoothie pack is filled with cherries and strawberries for sweet, jammy flavor, plus sliced banana for extra creaminess. We’re adding the peanut butter to the bag to keep it classic, but why not go a little off course with almond or cashew butter for a cool smoothie that will not disappoint?

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Starbucks’ Online Store Is Closing This Weekend, but Not Before a Big Sale — Food News

Update: We’ve updated this post to share our favorite picks before the store closes this weekend.

If you’re a frequent shopper of the Starbucks online store, then I have some bad news for you. The coffee franchise’s e-store — which sells everything from mugs, coffee brewers, and espresso makers to coffee, tea, and beverage syrups — is closing its doors forever as of October 1.

But it’s not all bad news: The shutdown means there will be an unprecedented clearance sale online.

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Why You Shouldn’t Wash Raw Chicken — Tips from The Kitchn

Do you wash your raw chicken? This is a common practice encouraged by cookbook authors from Alton Brown to Michael Ruhlman to the great Julia Child herself. Their recipes, among others, often call for rinsing the chicken with water before cooking it. That would lead you to believe you should follow their advice, right? Well, actually, washing raw chicken isn’t all its cracked up to be. In fact, it’s actually more dangerous, food safety-wise, to wash it than to not wash it. Here’s some eye-opening proof.

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How To Make Buffalo Chicken Wings in the Oven — Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn

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The last thing I want to do if there’s a party happening and a major game on the television is man the deep-fryer back in the kitchen. But you can’t have a game-day party without buffalo chicken wings on the buffet table — inconceivable. The solution, obviously, is to turn to the next best thing: the oven.

Doused in a double dose of hot sauce — first to marinate and then to coat — these oven-baked wings are arguably just as crispy, just as sticky, and just as irresistible as their deep-fried brethren. Here’s how to make a batch for yourself; you only need four ingredients. (Not including the blue cheese and celery!)

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Recipe: Polenta Florentine — Quick and Easy Weeknight Sides

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Ever eye those shrink-wrapped tubes of polenta in the grocery store and wonder what to do with them? Turns out they’re the perfect base for casseroles — all you have to do is cut them into rounds first. The sauce, which I’ve been dreaming about for a while, is inspired by eggs Florentine. It’s a basic Parmesan white sauce fragrant with garlic, onions, and, of course, a whole bag of sautéed baby spinach. Baked in a trusty casserole dish, this polenta Florentine is vegetarian comfort food at its finest.

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You Can Now Support NPR by Drinking Lots of Wine — Food News

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Wait, wait … don’t tell me! Yes, there’s a new wine delivery club on the block! Just in time for the holiday season, media favorite NPR has released some amazing picks from around the globe. Ever wonder what the backstory is behind your favorite bottle of red? They’ll share the inside stories of each bottle and send you a few free bottles, too!

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