Patty Catalano

Patty is a recipe developer and food writer. She worked Alton Brown’s Research Coordinator and podcast producer and in the Oxmoor House test kitchen. She loves maple syrup, coffee and board games. Patty lives in Atlanta with her husband and two children.
    13 Absolute-Best Wing Recipes to Make for the Super Bowl
    Choose your starting lineup well.
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    yesterday
    The Only Mashed Potato Recipe I'll Be Making for Thanksgiving
    Everyone will demand seconds.
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    yesterday
    The $11 Costco Shortcut I’m Stocking in My Fridge This Fall
    It beats every trick, hack, and secret that’s come across social media.
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    3 days ago
    The One Rule You Should Never Skip for Making the Perfect Turkey Sandwich
    Chips and a pickle on the side.
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    Sep 29, 2023
    Fish on a Weeknight? Easy — Here Are 15 Recipes That Prove It
    Mildly flavored and quick-cooking, white fish is a welcome addition to your weekly dinner queue.
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    Sep 28, 2023
    Fish on a Weeknight? Easy — Here Are 15 Recipes That Prove It
    Mildly flavored and quick-cooking, white fish is a welcome addition to your weekly dinner queue.
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    Sep 28, 2023
    Our On-Staff Costco Superfan Joins Sam’s Club to See How the Two Stack Up
    Groceries
    I hate to say it, but I’m impressed.
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    Sep 28, 2023
    Kentucky’s Best Dish Isn’t the One You’re Thinking Of
    Every family has their own version. Here’s ours.
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    Sep 26, 2023
    This Cheesy Casserole Is the Only Yellow Squash Recipe You Need
    Can’t get enough of the crunchy, buttery topping.
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    Sep 24, 2023
    The $4 Aldi Grocery I’m Stocking in My Pantry for Fall
    Groceries
    I buy three bags at a time.
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    Sep 24, 2023
    This Is the Most Comforting Recipe You'll Make All Fall
    Mashed potatoes are required.
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    Sep 18, 2023
    The $2 Aldi Grocery I’m Stocking in My Freezer for Fall
    Groceries
    It’s got the color and caramelization I’m looking for.
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    Sep 18, 2023
    No-Bake “Caramel Apple Delight” Will Have Everyone Fighting for Seconds
    Five layers of deliciousness.
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    Sep 17, 2023
    The Dos and Don'ts of Costco’s Cart Etiquette, According to a Superfan
    Groceries
    The cart corral is there for a reason.
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    Sep 13, 2023
    Copycat Southern Fried Apples Beat a Trip to Cracker Barrel
    No road trip required.
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    Sep 12, 2023
    This Retro Ingredient Makes the Best Fried Green Tomatoes
    It's the secret to a perfectly crisp coating.
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    Sep 10, 2023
    These Chicken Burritos Are So Perfect, We Made Them Two Days in a Row
    Better than Chipotle.
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    Sep 8, 2023
    You Only Need Four Ingredients to Make This Southern Classic
    A reason to never throw away bacon grease.
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    Sep 6, 2023
    We Put This Internet-Famous Bakeware to the Test and Were Shocked by the Results
    Shopping
    It is truly nonstick.
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    Sep 1, 2023
    The Award-Winning Costco Snack That We Can’t Stop Buying
    Groceries
    It's available in three flavors.
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    Sep 1, 2023
    How to Cook a Sweet Potato in 5 Minutes Flat
    No oven necessary.
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    Jun 14, 2021
    This Is How to Make the Absolute Best Grilled Zucchini
    It's foolproof!
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    Aug 30, 2023
    I’ve Had a Costco Membership for 12 Years — Here’s Why It’s Worth It
    My membership pays for itself.
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    Aug 28, 2023
    The 25 Best Foods You Can Buy at Aldi
    Pick from editor favorites and taste test winners, including olive oil, yogurt, and pizza.
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    Aug 27, 2023
    Once You “Dowdy” an Apple Pie, You’ll Never Go Back
    This old-fashioned recipe takes an unexpected turn.
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    Aug 23, 2023
    3-Ingredient Apple “Dump Cake” Is the Best Zero-Effort Dessert for Fall
    Easier than apple pie.
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    Aug 20, 2023
    The 25 Best Groceries You Can Buy at Costco
    We all need number 7.
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    Aug 19, 2023
    10 Clever Ways to Make Mealy Watermelon Taste Better
    Agua fresca! Cocktails! Pickles!
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    Aug 15, 2023
    18 Costco Groceries I’m Buying for Easy School Lunches
    Groceries
    Sandwich roll-ups! Baby bell peppers! Chocolate cookies! And more!
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    Aug 12, 2023
    The Cheesy Zucchini Side Dish I’ve Made Every Week This Summer
    It uses 2 pounds of zucchini.
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    Aug 9, 2023
    This Retro No-Bake Dessert Is 100x Easier Than Baking Cake
    We found the best cookie for the job.
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    Aug 6, 2023
    The $3 Costco Dessert I Buy Every Single Trip
    It’s my new favorite food-court order.
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    Aug 3, 2023
    Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken
    Toss it on a grain bowl, salad, or even over pasta all week long.
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    Jul 30, 2023
    Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup
    Based off a soup so good, its memory outlasted the memory of the person I ate it with.
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    Jul 29, 2023
    No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars Taste Just Like Reese’s
    Chocolate and peanut butter are BFFs for good reason.
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    Jul 28, 2023
    Peach Ice Cream is The Best Thing To Happen To Summer
    It's better than anything you can buy.
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    Jul 28, 2023