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The Kitchn Archive: Jul 2019

The Never-Ending Math Magic You Do in the Kitchen as a Type 1 Diabetic
Wellness
"While the whirring of numbers in my brain can be exhausting, it's also the familiar hum that accompanies me every time I step into the kitchen."
Bonnie Horgos
Jul 31, 2019
Dress Up Your Ice Cream! 30 Sundae Toppings That Go Way Beyond Sprinkles
Buttery Popcorn Ice Cream with Homemade Cracker Jack Whether you are a kid or just a kid at heart, sometimes there is no better way to end a summer meal than with a big bowl of rich, creamy ice cream. If you’ve planned ahead, nothing pleases a crowd like homemade, but if you’re strapped for time, dress up store-bought ice cream with an array of unusual toppings. I can guarantee you won’t hear a single complaint.
Nealey Dozier
Jul 31, 2019
Before and After: This Condo’s Closed-Up, Dated Kitchen Is Now Modern and Marvelous
Before & After
That new backsplash, though!
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 31, 2019
These 5-Ingredient Bowls Turn a Thing of Hummus into Dinner
Snapshot Cooking
These tasty bowls practically make themselves.
Sheela Prakash
Jul 31, 2019
The Surprising Way People Are Using Instagram to Stay Productive
Tips from The Kitchn
Yes, Insta ...
Olivia Muenter
Jul 31, 2019
For Superstar Kelly Rowland, Self-Care Sometimes Means Stashing a Stainless Steel Straw in Her Purse
Feel Good Five
It's not every day that you find out that you have something in common with one of the OG members of Destiny's Child.
Lauren Masur
Jul 31, 2019
How a Part-Time Pizza Shop Employee in Springfield, Oregon Spends $60 a Week on Groceries
Grocery Diaries
Patience lives just a few minutes down the road from a Walmart where she gets most of her groceries for the week, supplemented by a few free pizzas from work.
Lauren Masur
Jul 31, 2019
The Very Best Gluten-Free Snacks at Aldi
Shopping
According to someone who normally eats a lot of gluten!
Lisa Freedman
Jul 31, 2019
The Savory High-Protein Breakfast for People Who Can't Face Another Egg
It's time to switch it up.
Elizabeth Stark
Jul 31, 2019
Make Kitchen Cleanup Way Easier with These Super-Simple Tricks
Cleaning Tips from The Kitchn
This story is the next best thing to an Easy Button.
Lauren Masur
Jul 31, 2019
You Need to Make a Juicy Lucy Inside-Out Cheeseburger Before Summer Ends
Delicious Links
So messy. So worth it.
Elizabeth Licata
Jul 31, 2019
Recipe: Cucumber-Rosemary Gin and Tonic
When it comes to gin and tonics, I love the assertive taste of Hendrick’s (and judging by our gin survey, I’m not alone). Adding a slice of cucumber is classic, but throw in a sprig of rosemary to take the gin’s herbal flavors to a whole new level. I’ll admit, I drink enough g&ts in the summer to grow slightly bored with them. How could I take my go-to cocktail up a notch? First step, change up the tonic.
Liz Vidyarthi
Jul 31, 2019
Before & After: A Boring, Lifeless Kitchen Nook Gets a Bright Update
Before & After
The after shot is a million times better!
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jul 30, 2019
This Hidden Section of Bed Bath & Beyond Is a Game-Changer for Small-Space Dwellers
Shopping
Did you know this existed?
Elizabeth Seward
Jul 30, 2019
The 10 Must-Have Trader Joe’s Buys for Summer
Shopping
These things are NOT to be missed.
Danielle Centoni
Jul 30, 2019
5 Things Expert Meal Planners Do Before They Go to the Grocery Store
After you pick your recipes, here's what comes next.
Kelli Foster
Jul 30, 2019
The Inexpensive Gadget That Replaced My Mini Food Processor
Why I love this truly mini food processor for tiny kitchens.
Marshall Bright
Jul 30, 2019
Sophie and Michael’s Beautiful ‘Discontinued’ Oak Kitchen
Sophie and Michael live in an eclectically decorated brownstone in Brooklyn. Their kitchen, like much of their home, is full of a lot of “great deals.” They have a keen eye and seem to be, often, in the right place at the right time. Almost everything in their kitchen was found on sale — often in the ‘discontinued’ pile!When Sophie and Michael embarked on renovating what was once a rooming house, they decided to implement the biggest changes to the ground floor.
Jill Slater
Jul 30, 2019
The Simple-Yet-Brilliant Reddit Hack That’ll Double the Space in Your Microwave
Tips from The Kitchn
Okay, there may be bigger problems in life, but this is still a total game-changer.
Dana McMahan
Jul 30, 2019
How To Make Fluffy Marshmallows
There may be some things more pleasurable than biting into a homemade marshmallow — one that is so fresh, it’s like nibbling on a cloud — but I can’t seem to think of any right now. Dunked in cocoa, gifted to a good friend, or secretly eaten too close to dinner, homemade marshmallows are a treat above all others.
Emma Christensen
Jul 30, 2019
The Target Kids’ Section Buy Adults Shouldn’t Skip
Even if you don't have kids!
Lisa Freedman
Jul 30, 2019
15 Common, Last-Minute Thanksgiving Problems and How to Solve Them
Here's how to troubleshoot all those last-minute hiccups.
Kelli Foster
Jul 30, 2019
Meal Prep Plan: How I Prep a Week of Spring-Inspired Meals
This Power Hour is packed with spring produce for a week of fresh and filling meals.
Patty Catalano
Jul 30, 2019
Ingredient Trend: Coconut Butter
I’m starting to see more references to coconut butter which leads me to wonder if this thick, unctuous, and occasionally brittle and crumbly stuff might be about to have its moment in the spotlight. It’s already been discovered by the paleo and raw food people, but it seems to be making its way into more conventional recipes as well. What is coconut butter, and when and how should you use it?
Dana Velden
Jul 30, 2019
8 Brilliant, Inexpensive Ways to Improve the Light in Your Kitchen
No electrician's license required!
Lisa Freedman
Jul 30, 2019
Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Is Calling Your Name
Delicious Links
Let's give it up for cheese.
Elizabeth Licata
Jul 30, 2019
30 of Our Most Brilliant Hacks and Tips for Washing Dishes by Hand
Cleaning Tips from The Kitchn
We promise, once you read through this, the chore won't be all that bad.
Lisa Freedman
Jul 30, 2019
Canning This Summer: Here’s What You Need to Know About Pectin
What is pectin, and how do you use it?
Meghan Splawn
Jul 30, 2019
The 10 Most Covetable Things from Target’s New Fall Collection
The new seasonal stuff starts hitting stores on Sunday (September 17) and will continue rolling out through October — and we got a sneak peek.
Lisa Freedman
Jul 30, 2019
This Is What I Feed My Baby When He’s Sick
I have a few techniques I follow to try to tempt my child when he is too sick, tired, cranky, or in pain to eat most of our usual favorites.
Sarah Spigelman Richter
Jul 30, 2019
The Best Budget Bottles of Vodka, According to Bartenders
The absolute best bang for your vodka-loving buck, according to the people who oughta know.
Dana McMahan
Jul 30, 2019
10 Brilliant Ways to Improve Your Rental Kitchen
Even though you're just borrowing this kitchen for now, there are ways to make it your own!
Lauren Masur
Jul 30, 2019
I Tried This Viral Reddit Tip for Reheating Pizza and Things Got Ugly
"Perfect pizza, like it just came out of the oven," was the promise.
Naomi Tomky
Jul 30, 2019
10 Ways to Fill Your Kitchen with Positive Energy
Good vibes only, please.
Sarah Coffey
Jul 30, 2019
How To Make Pho: The Best Method for Most Home Cooks
While making pho at home might seem like a complex task, in its most pure form, it is nothing more than a beautiful broth, supple noodles, and the toppings you choose to add.
Meghan Splawn
Jul 30, 2019
What You Should Eat in October, Based on Your Zodiac Sign
There are a lot of cozy soups and stews in your future.
Lauren Masur
Jul 30, 2019
Why Do We Love Rainbow Food?
Ice cream, cookies, and bagels are transformed into instant rockstars the second they contain a new shade or entire rainbow inside. So what is it about rainbow food that we love?
Sarah Rae Smith
Jul 30, 2019
Store Review: Lillstreet Art Center Gallery Store
If you’re one who likes to spend lunch at a cafe, Chicago’s First Slice Cafe is a good choice, especially if you like to end your lunch with a slice of pie (and really, who doesn’t?). Located in the Lillstreet Art Center, the cafe shares a space with the gallery store where you can find one-of-a-kind dishes and serving pieces made by artists who have come through the center.
Joanna Miller
Jul 30, 2019
5 Moms Share Their Best Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas
Go ahead and hit the snooze button one more time.
Stacie Billis
Jul 30, 2019
POLPO: A Venetian Cookbook (Of Sorts) by Russell Norman
Polpo is the Italian word for octopus, and it’s also the name of a restaurant located in London’s Soho district that serves rustic, simple Venetian bar food.  I have never been (to POLPO or to Venice), but after looking through this cookbook from POLPO’s owner Russell Norman, I want to hop a plane right now and visit both.
Dana Velden
Jul 30, 2019
The Best Playlist for Dancing While Cleaning Your Kitchen
We’re rolling on through The Kitchn Cure, 20 days (or four weekends) of assignments to get your kitchen clean, organized, well-stocked, and all round rocking. To get us through the last push, let’s rock out on this long weekend with a playlist designed to keep your toes tapping and your mop in motion. Here are 20 songs, from our readers’ suggestion and our own favorite playlists — all guaranteed to set you dancing as your kitchen gets cleaner.
Ariel Knutson
Jul 30, 2019
Partner
5 Recipes for a Delicious National French Fry Day
Happy Fry-yay indeed!
Creative Studio
Jul 30, 2019
3 Stunning Ways to Shape Brioche
A plain loaf of brioche is wonderful, but sometimes it’s fun to put in a little extra effort to make it extraordinary. The classic braid makes an excellent sliceable loaf with flair, while the star and bouquet options are eager to offer their pull-apart charms to a brunch near you. I know this all looks like a ton of work, but I promise it’s not! With these three easy-to-memorize techniques, you’ll take your brioche game to a level that’ll make even your grandma jealous.
Kaitlin Flannery
Jul 30, 2019
What You Should Eat in November, Based on Your Zodiac Sign
This is your monthly menu from the stars.
Lauren Masur
Jul 30, 2019
10 Edible Treats That Give Back to Charities
Each of the treats on this list help to give back in some way.
Amanda Waas
Jul 30, 2019
15 Crave-Worthy Cake Stands for a Birthday Cake
The fastest way to elevate a birthday cake, both literally and figuratively, is to serve it on a cake stand. Here are our current faves.
Kristin Appenbrink
Jul 30, 2019
How I Cook: Mallika Basu’s 10 Tips for Quicker Weeknight Indian Cooking
Yesterday I shared a peek into Mallika Basu’s home kitchen in London, England. Mallika (a.k.a. Miss Masala) is a mom of two toddlers, a PR executive, and the proprietress of a popular food blog called Quick Indian Cooking. I was charmed and impressed by her energy and inventiveness in cooking, but I was somewhat boggled — how does she do all this and cook traditional Indian food, which I find quite time-consuming (and not usually light or healthy).
Faith Durand
Jul 30, 2019
Instant Pot’s New Air Fryer Is on Sale — But Not for Much Longer
HURRY UP!!
Elisabeth Sherman
Jul 30, 2019