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I Need High-Protein, Family-Friendly Recipes
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I Need High-Protein, Family-Friendly Recipes

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Dan Pelosi help caller Liliana find filling meals that her whole family can enjoy.
Which Mayonnaise Is Best? A Taste Test of Duke’s, Kewpie, and More
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Which Mayonnaise Is Best? A Taste Test of Duke’s, Kewpie, and More

We tried nine popular mayo brands so you can have the best potato salad at the potluck.
I Need Expert Barbecue Tips
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I Need Expert Barbecue Tips

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and barbecue experts Dave Yasuda and Tuffy Stone share how to prepare the most tender of barbecue meats
Vegan Tacos and More Feel-Good Recipes for June
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Vegan Tacos and More Feel-Good Recipes for June

Our Feel-Good Food Plan is back and better than ever.
Coconutty Grilled Shrimp and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Coconutty Grilled Shrimp and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like a tender blueberry lemon loaf and a winning kale salad.
The Cabbage Stir-Fry I Ate Nonstop to Ease Postpartum Constipation
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The Cabbage Stir-Fry I Ate Nonstop to Ease Postpartum Constipation

I’d struggled on the toilet before. But nothing prepared me for the pain of pooping after childbirth.
I Need Recipes for a Korean Anju Party
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I Need Recipes for a Korean Anju Party

On this episode of “Dinner SOS,” Chris and Hana are joined by recipe developer Irene Yoo and “Koreaworld” authors Deuki Hong and Matt Rodbard.
How to Clean Clams Before Cooking Them (You Must)
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How to Clean Clams Before Cooking Them (You Must)

Because sand is not delicious.
For the Juiciest Grilled Meat, Marinate It in Soda
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For the Juiciest Grilled Meat, Marinate It in Soda

Soda’s acidity tenderizes meat like chicken, while its sugar boosts caramelization.
I Need Easy Meals for My Kids
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I Need Easy Meals for My Kids

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Didn’t I Just Feed You hosts Stacie and Meghan offer tips on how to make family cooking easier.
How to Tell If a Cantaloupe Is Ripe, Sweet, and Juicy
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How to Tell If a Cantaloupe Is Ripe, Sweet, and Juicy

Use these four tips to grab a good melon at the market.
I Need to Make Vegetables Exciting
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I Need to Make Vegetables Exciting

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Eden help caller Abby make her husband fall in love with vegetables.
Which Vodka Is Best? A Taste Test of Svedka, Stoli, Grey Goose, and More
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Which Vodka Is Best? A Taste Test of Svedka, Stoli, Grey Goose, and More

We sipped 11 brands (send help), all so you can reach peak martini.
My Garlic Turned Blue. Can I Still Eat It?
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My Garlic Turned Blue. Can I Still Eat It?

You probably can. Here’s how to tell.
Spicy Tuna Rice Bowls Are My Fast Fallback
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Spicy Tuna Rice Bowls Are My Fast Fallback

With leftover rice and a riffable formula, it takes 10 minutes tops.
20-Minute Dumpling Soup and More Recipes We Made This Week
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20-Minute Dumpling Soup and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like roasted salmon and famous madeleines.
I Need a New Summer Drink
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I Need a New Summer Drink

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, Shilpa, Dan, and Sam chat all things drinks both alcoholic and nonalcoholic.
I Tried Trader Joe’s New Spring Lineup—Here’s What to Buy
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I Tried Trader Joe’s New Spring Lineup—Here’s What to Buy

Jalapeño wontons, chocolate chip croissants, an insulated bag, and more.
What Is That White Stuff on Your Food?
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What Is That White Stuff on Your Food?

Whether it’s eggs, chocolate, or grapes—we’ve got answers.
What Is That White Coating on My Grapes?
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What Is That White Coating on My Grapes?

That cloudiness is called bloom, and it’s actually a good thing.
What Are Those White Specks in My Parmesan?
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What Are Those White Specks in My Parmesan?

No, they’re not mold—here’s how to tell the difference.
What Is the White Casing on Salami? Is It Mold?
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What Is the White Casing on Salami? Is It Mold?

It looks like mold because it is mold—the good kind.
After Giving Birth, This Golden Chicken Soup Was My Balm
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After Giving Birth, This Golden Chicken Soup Was My Balm

With turmeric and fenugreek, the rejuvenating broth is healing in more ways than one.
I Need Help Hosting a Crowd
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I Need Help Hosting a Crowd

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and “Your Mama’s Kitchen” host Michele Norris share their tips and tricks for cooking when hosting a crowd.
For the Creamiest No-Churn Ice Cream, Add Vodka
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For the Creamiest No-Churn Ice Cream, Add Vodka

Just a splash changes everything—here’s how.
How to Party With Soju, Korea’s Most Iconic Spirit
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How to Party With Soju, Korea’s Most Iconic Spirit

For starters, don’t pour your own glass.
I Need to Plan an “American Meal”
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I Need to Plan an “American Meal”

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris, staff social video expert Adam Moussa, and World of Wine host André Mack help Gabe create the ultimate American feast.
This 3-Ingredient Okonomiyaki Sauce Is Peak Umami
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This 3-Ingredient Okonomiyaki Sauce Is Peak Umami

Squiggle it on tofu nuggets, chicken katsu, roasted veg—and yeah, okonomiyaki.
Freeze Sofrito for Busy Weeknight Dinners
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Freeze Sofrito for Busy Weeknight Dinners

All I have to do is pop out a few cubes and I’m well on my way.
Who Makes the Best Cold Brew? We Tried Starbucks, Stumptown, and More
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Who Makes the Best Cold Brew? We Tried Starbucks, Stumptown, and More

Eight cold brews later, our hands are still shaking, but it was worth it.
I Need to Make Perfect Lemon Bars
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I Need to Make Perfect Lemon Bars

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris invites Kendra to recount her harrowing journey to develop a foolproof lemon bar recipe.
Why Are We So Grossed Out by Hair in Food?
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Why Are We So Grossed Out by Hair in Food?

Everything you never wanted to know about eating hair.
Of Course Cheese Makes Matzo Brei Even Better
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Of Course Cheese Makes Matzo Brei Even Better

Flipped like a pancake, this is like matzo brei and an egg sandwich in one.
Crispy Chicken With Rice and More Recipes We Made This Week
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Crispy Chicken With Rice and More Recipes We Made This Week

Like miso-butter fish and a quick ginger cocktail.
I Need an Easy Baking Project
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I Need an Easy Baking Project

On this episode of Dinner SOS, Chris and Shilpa help guide callers Izzy and Nina to successfully bake some of their favorite treats at home.
Does Soy Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated?
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Does Soy Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated?

Here’s how to properly store this staple.
If You Love Tinned Fish, Try Tinned Octopus
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If You Love Tinned Fish, Try Tinned Octopus

This oft-overlooked canned seafood makes a wildly good pantry pasta.
We Tried Oscar Mayer’s New Vegan Hot Dogs
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We Tried Oscar Mayer’s New Vegan Hot Dogs

The company is debuting plant-based franks at a strange time for the meat substitutes industry.
‘Dinner SOS’: Listener Questions with Pasta Expert Dan Pashman
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‘Dinner SOS’: Listener Questions with Pasta Expert Dan Pashman

On this episode of “Dinner SOS,” Chris and “The Sporkful” host Dan Pashman share their pasta cooking tips and tricks.