8 ways to make cookies from a store-bought dough or mix taste homemade and look gourmet

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Sugar cookies with rainbow sprinkles on plate
With the right tricks, cookies you make from a mix can taste homemade.

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I've been to over 50 countries. Here are my 4 favorite destinations to escape the winter cold.

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An aerial view of Campuhan Ridge Walk in Ubud in Bali, Indonesia.
If you'd rather look at greenery than snow in the winter, Ubud in Bali, Indonesia, is a great place to visit.

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I skip family gatherings to solo travel. The perks are so good that I won't be home for the holidays anytime soon.

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A woman stands with luggage watching the sunset at an airport window while a plane lands.
I've been traveling solo for the holidays since 2017.

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I'm a chef comparing 5 popular store-bought red sauces, and the best tasted homemade

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Tomato sauces from Primal Kitchen, Classico, Rao's, Barilla, and Newman's Own with bowls of sauce in front of each jar on a wooden table
I tried tomato sauce from five different grocery-store brands.

Lizzy Briskin

I've visited 94 countries. I always follow these 4 money-saving tips when I travel.

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Woman doing yoga pose in front of mountains and in front of water which has her reflection
Traveling can be expensive, but there are often a lot of ways to easily save money.

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I tried Gordon Ramsay's recipe for air-fryer steak, and got a perfect result in 20 minutes

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My rib-eye steak and all of the ingredients
Gordon Ramsay's recipe for air-fryer steak required a lot of spices and seasonings.

Chelsea Davis

I love airport lounges and flight upgrades, but I worry I'll regret spoiling my tween with them

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Author's son sitting in premium seat with rolled up blanket on United flight
My son has enjoyed flying in premium class but I also want him to appreciate economy.

Amanda Adler

6 mistakes to avoid making at the company holiday party, according to an etiquette expert

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People in collared shirts and blazers clinking glasses of wine together.
There are a few things you should be mindful of when attending your company's holiday party.

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I've been to all 50 states and every major national park. Here are 6 places in the US I think everyone should experience at least once.

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An aerial view of Grand Canyon National Park.
There are a few places in the US you have to see to believe.

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I spent $50,000 on my kitchen remodel. These 5 splurges were totally worth it — but I have one expensive regret.

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Author Jill Schildhouse smiling in her kitchen with black lower cabinets, white countertops, and white upper cabinets and a geometric. black and white backdrop
I'm really happy with how my kitchen remodel turned out.

Jill Schildhouse

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