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Lizzy Briskin

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Lizzy is a trained chef, food writer, and recipe developer for print and digital outlets including Insider, Real Simple, and the Chicago Tribune. She has a culinary degree from Cambridge School of Culinary Arts and a BA from Amherst College. She lives in New York City, where she runs, eats, and explores as much as possible.

Latest Stories

My “1-2-3” Italian Cocktail I Make for Every Holiday Party (It’s Always a Hit!)
“Bitter, bubbly, and batchable.”
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2 days ago
The “So Cute” $5 Holiday Gem I’m Bringing to Every Host Instead of a Bottle of Wine
Get it before it's gone.
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Dec 2, 2024
The 2-Ingredient Breakfast I Always Eat the Morning After Thanksgiving (I Look Forward to It Every Year!)
It's so creamy.
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Nov 26, 2024
Upper Kitchen Cabinets Are on Their Way Out in 2025 — Here’s What’s Replacing Them, According to Realtors
It's controversial.
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Nov 4, 2024
I Decluttered My Pantry Using This Brilliant Japanese Rule, and It Took Less Than an Hour and Was a “Win-Win-Win”
I can’t believe how well it worked.
Lizzy Briskin
Nov 2, 2024
The Jarred Pasta Sauce That Tastes Even Better than Rao’s (It’s That Good!)
“Vibrant, zippy, and fresh.”
Lizzy Briskin
Oct 21, 2024
The $5 Beloved European Grocery Find I Always Keep in My Fridge (It’s 10x Better Than Cottage Cheese)
It’s “amazingly versatile.”
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Sep 9, 2024
My Fudgy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cobbler Tastes Even Better Than a Reese's Cup
So rich, so gooey.
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Sep 6, 2024
The One Ingredient That Makes Classic Coleslaw So Much Better (It’s Probably Already in Your Pantry)
A few drops go a long way.
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Jul 3, 2024
The Easiest Way to Make the Best Beets of Your Life
It’s shockingly simple.
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Jun 29, 2024
My Sweet Potato Fries Are the "Crispiest EVER," Thanks to This Key Technique
You’ll never guess these aren’t fried.
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Jun 29, 2024
The $4 Boxed Mix That’s Always in My Pantry (I’ve Been Baking with It for 20 Years!)
My family requests it.
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Jun 13, 2024
The 1-Ingredient Pasta Salad Dressing I Wish I’d Tried Sooner (I Bet It’s in Your Pantry!)
“It’s lighter and fresher-tasting.”
Lizzy Briskin
Jun 5, 2024
The $3 Grocery Shortcut I Use to Make Better Pasta Salad All Summer Long
It's perfect for any salad.
Lizzy Briskin
May 15, 2024
This Creamy $3 Sauce Makes the Best 2-Ingredient Chicken Dinner
It also goes well with tofu, beans, shrimp, and more.
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Apr 4, 2024
The Unexpected Baking Staple You Should Be Using but Most Likely Aren’t, According to a Famous Chef
It’s the secret to infinite flaky layers.
Lizzy Briskin
Mar 23, 2024
The Frozen “Cloud” Croissants I Serve Every Easter
“They’re guaranteed to make guests’ eyes widen in excitement.”
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Mar 19, 2024
I Tried Thistle’s Meal Kit Delivery and It’s a Tasty, Low-Fuss Solution for Busy Nights
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Plus, check out our favorite meals.
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Mar 1, 2024
This Costco Freezer Find Is the Best “Impulse” Buy I’ve Ever Made
It “feels fancy and festive with minimal effort.”
Lizzy Briskin
Feb 26, 2024
The “Indulgent” $4 Salad Kit You Should Always Have in Your Fridge
“You don’t need to do much to make this bag into a full meal.”
Lizzy Briskin
Feb 12, 2024
The “Legendary” Frozen Pizza I Always Rely on for a Last-Minute Dinner
“You won’t have to leave home for restaurant-quality ’za again.”
Lizzy Briskin
Feb 7, 2024
The $5 Can of Chili I Stock in My Pantry All Winter Long (It Might Be Better than Homemade)
I’m always reaching for it between November and March.
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Jan 28, 2024
This "Impressive" Meal Kit Is Like Having Your Own Private Chef, But Way Cheaper
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Minimal effort, maximum flavor.
Lizzy Briskin
Jan 10, 2024
I Wait All Year for This $6 Trader Joe’s Produce Find
“It’s worth the wait.”
Lizzy Briskin
Jan 10, 2024
Home Chef’s Meal Kits Are My Go-To Dinner for Nights When I Just Can't
Lightbulb moment!
Lizzy Briskin
Dec 28, 2023
Nutritional Yeast Desperately Needs a Rebrand
Put it on lasagna, nachos, scrambled eggs, and so much more.
Lizzy Briskin
Dec 27, 2023
This Is the Only Eggnog I’ll Ever Buy from the Grocery Store
It’s festive, indulgent, and dessert-like.
Lizzy Briskin
Dec 11, 2023
The $3 “Fancy” Crackers I Always Put out for Guests
“They’re surprisingly stale-proof too.”
Lizzy Briskin
Dec 9, 2023
The “Cheesy” $5 Target Ornament That’s Flying Off the Shelves
The best part? It makes for a perfect gift, too.
Lizzy Briskin
Dec 7, 2023
The $7 Secret to the Most Decadent No-Bake Desserts
No graham crackers necessary.
Lizzy Briskin
Nov 12, 2023
I Replaced My Beloved Air Fryer with One That Uses Steam — Here’s Why
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Spoiler: It’s so much more reliable!
Lizzy Briskin
Sep 26, 2023
The $5 Freezer Staple I Use for Lightning-Fast (and Flavorful) Breakfast Sandwiches
Groceries
Six minutes in the toaster and they’re good to go.
Lizzy Briskin
Sep 17, 2023
The Only Ice Cream Maker I'll Ever Use (and I've Tested Several!)
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Scoop there it is.
Lizzy Briskin
Jul 25, 2023
The $2 Culinary School Trick That Levels Up Any Fruit Dessert
Groceries
Trust me: I learned this trick in culinary school.
Lizzy Briskin
Jul 11, 2023
The Store-Bought Dip I Use to Make Pasta Salad All Summer Long
Groceries
A guaranteed crowd-pleaser with minimal effort — what’s not to love?
Lizzy Briskin
Jul 3, 2023
The $3 Trader Joe’s Find I’ve Been Waiting Months for Is Back
Groceries
Hint: Peep the bottom shelf.
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Jun 23, 2023