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Food expiration can come with some surprisingly tricky time guidelines. While packaged food often comes with a stamped date to follow, I frequently discover the dates have disappeared and can only decipher a couple of digits. Take the guessing game out of the picture (and avoid getting sick from food that's unsafe to eat) by getting in the habit of labeling your food. Keep your labels and marker Read more
When planning your T-day feast, I bet that food safety is nowhere near the top of your list. Luckily WebMD has you covered. So before you become caught up with your guests or in front of the stove, here are some highlights of tips for review. Defrost your bird properly. If you will be cooking a frozen turkey this year you need to properly thaw the bird prior to cooking it. Don't thaw it on Read more
Barbecue season is upon us, so let's celebrate by grilling, since it's an easy and low-fat way to cook. If you're grilling, protect your health by marinating your meat. Here's why marinating is good for your health and tips on how to keep it safe. Marinating meat, fish, and poultry significantly decreases the amount of carcinogenic heterocyclic amines (HCAs) produced when the meat is cooked at Read more
Cooking with your kids can teach them all kinds of lessons, from timing and measuring skills to cutting and cooking techniques, and it gives them a greater appreciation for the food that is served at the table. As an added bonus, kids are usually more willing to try new and healthier foods if they are part of the cooking process. These seven websites inspire kids of all ages to cook with mom or Read more
The new iPad with the fancy high definition Retina display goes on sale tomorrow, and if you didn't get your preorder in, you'll have to battle the crowds if you want a new tablet on day one. But standing outside for hours (or overnight, if you must) isn't an easy task. Should you go for it? Prepare and keep yourself entertained, hydrated, and safe with these iPad line camping tips. Do some Read more
The other day I opened my refrigerator and pulled out the gourmet Italian bologna I had been snacking on earlier in the week. However, I was greeted by that gross, gag-inducing old lunchmeat smell. Disappointed and shocked, I wondered: Just how long does fresh sliced deli meat last? I did some research and came across an incredibly useful chart that lists tons of ingredients and how long they Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart Bundle story here on Savvy! It is better to save, than it is to spend — that's usually a winning (and smart!) mantra to live by. But there are actually some things that are worth the extra dollars in cost. Here are 10 of them. Service. Consumers like to complain about the terrible service they get from certain companies — cell phone and cable TV Read more
Last weekend started out pretty typical: my boyfriend and I made the four-hour drive to Yosemite for a few days of climbing with friends. But what I wasn't counting on was sleeping in that first morning and missing my chance to climb. Left alone, I figured I might as well go for a hike. My original plan was to do a two-mile hike to the base of Vernal Falls — ha! Twelve hours and 17 miles later, Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy! Has your budget sprung a leak? Nearly everyone has spending holes. And as with other kinds of leaks, you may have hardly noticed them. But those small drips can quickly add up to big bucks. The trick is to find the holes and plug them so you can keep more money in your pocket. That extra cash could be the ticket to finally Read more
As school begins, it's even more important to feed your kids nutrient-packed meals to keep their brains and bodies healthy and active. Written by a registered dietitian and mom, Carolyn Land Williams, M.Ed., R.D. developed Cooking Light: The Ultimate Kid-Approved Cookbook ($19.95) to include delicious and nutritional meals that kids can help prepare and the whole family can enjoy together. If you Read more
