Menu Planning

Does Cooking for One Mean Cooking for None?

Judith J. Wurtman, PhD | Posted 04.30.2012

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Judith J. Wurtman, PhD

Several of my friends live alone. The reasons for their solitary lifestyles vary, but what most of them have in common is an almost total disinterest in cooking meals for themselves.

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Quantity Control: How To Shop For Your Thanksgiving Crowd

Kitchen Daily | Posted 12.23.2011

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The only thing worse than ruining the turkey on Thanksgiving? Running out of it before your guests are so stuffed they never want to see a piece of po...

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Dinner And A Movie: 'The Hangover'

Food52 | Posted 11.22.2011

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Food52

Our videographer Elena Parker -- a serious food and film buff -- is really good at throwing movie-themed dinner parties. She and her friends cook toge...

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The Busy Home Cook's "Secret"

Nancy Cavillones | Posted 05.25.2011

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Nancy Cavillones

So, the "secret" is not really a secret -- it is a time-honored tool in a good home cook's arsenal. Are you ready for this? It's called menu planning. Painfully obvious, no?

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Real Food Rehab: 2 Simple Steps To Healthy & Delicious Meals

Dana Joy Altman | Posted 11.17.2011

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Dana Joy Altman

If you stock your pantry with high-quality basics and foods you love, you won't overspend on last-minute grocery store runs. You'll eat healthier and always be able to throw together a satisfying meal.

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