I've been a chef for more than 15 years. Here are my tips for making the perfect ham.

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As a seasoned chef, I have a few tips for making a great ham.

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Here are 3 tips to reduce your risk of heart disease from a researcher studying the link between cardiovascular and gut health

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Cooking meals from scratch usually reduces how many ultra-processed foods you eat, Dr. Danxia Yu said.

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I tried Guy Fieri's tips for making the perfect sandwich. They were all easy ways to upgrade such a basic lunch.

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I tried Guy Fieri's tips for making the perfect sandwich at home.

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I tested 3 popular ways to batch cook eggs — there's just one method I'll use for all of my future meal prepping

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Making eggs in advance can be tricky, but I found one method I'll use over and over.

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I started drinking when I was 14. When I finally got sober, I lost 100 pounds and saved over $55,000.

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Emily Susman before and after quitting alcohol and losing 100 pounds in weight.

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I'm a chef with over 15 years of experience. Here are 12 tips I learned in culinary school that at-home cooks should know.

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Dull knives are more dangerous than sharp ones.

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I love making Ina Garten's protein-rich bean soup. It's easy to prepare, and I always have leftovers.

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My favorite high-protein soup recipe is from celebrity chef Ina Garten.

Kristina Wright

I cooked chicken breasts 4 different ways, and the impressive results changed the way I'll prepare meat moving forward

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poached chicken breast
Whenever I have a recipe that calls for shredded chicken, I poach the meat.

Rachel Hosie

I tried making mac and cheese in 3 different appliances, and the tastiest dish honestly surprised me

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Throughout the mac and cheese taste test, I kept the ingredients consistent to accurately measure results.

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I made Ina Garten's roasted potatoes, and they're the easiest holiday side dish

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Ina Garten's roasted rosemary potatoes
Ina Garten's roasted potatoes are the easiest side dish.

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