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A Salmonella Recall Now Reaches Walmart, Target, Trader Joe's and Whole Foods

A widening food recall connected to a multistate Salmonella outbreak now covers dips, salsas, guacamole and prepared meals sold by some of America's largest grocery chains. Taylor Fresh Foods announced the voluntary recall on Aug. 9 after learning that jalapeno supplier Coast Citrus Distributors was recalling peppers because of possible Salmonella contamination. The affected jalapenos came from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, identified as the likely source of an ongoing outbreak.

Thomas Smith

19 Million Eggs Recalled Over Salmonella Risk -- How to Check Your Carton

Nearly 19.1 million eggs sold under several familiar grocery-store brands are being recalled because they may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis. Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. announced the voluntary recall on July 22, covering 1,589,577 dozen white and brown cage-free shell eggs produced at two farms in Texas.

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Tear Drops Grapes Have Arrived in Stores — Here's 5 Things You Need to Know

One of my favorite grapes of the year is now arriving in stores. Here is what you should know about Tear Drops grapes. Tear Drops are a unique seedless green grape, that have a more elongated shape, than being round. They were introduced in 2020 by Grapery, out of California. Originally there was another variety called Tear Drops that were a red grape. They were originally called Witch Fingers grapes. But they were discontinued because they proved difficult to grow. Now the green grapes are the only variety in Grapery's Tear Drops line.

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The Steak Cut Most People Overlook (But It Can Be Surprisingly Tender)

Don't overlook the Chuck Eye steak when shopping for steaks at the grocery store. If cooked right, they can be tender with a ton of beefy flavor. To find the Chuck Eye on a cow you must go to the front of the animal, near the head. This part of the cow has a lot of flavor but the muscles do a lot of work so they can be tough.

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I Stopped Frying Bacon On The Stove and Used This 9 Minute Trick

Frying bacon in a skillet means standing at the stove, wiping down grease splatters, and scrubbing a pan afterward. This microwave method skips all of that. A full package of bacon is done in about 9 minutes, using nothing but a plate and paper towels.

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Before You Buy Watermelon This August, Here Are 5 Things You Should Know

As the calendar turns to August, here are 5 things you should know about buying watermelon this month. We are now in the peak of watermelon season. It doesn't get any better than this. While there will still be some in September, right now is when the most watermelons should be available.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

15 Places You Should Stop Tipping (And Why That’s Okay)

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

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Thomas Smith

Egg Prices Will Change Dramatically This Year

Egg prices have already retreated sharply from last year's record highs, and a new government forecast suggests shoppers could see substantial savings throughout the rest of 2026.

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Blueberries recalled after E. coli outbreak in 8 states, including Virginia

Twelve people in the U.S. have become ill amid a recall of frozen blueberries from Publix due to potential E. coli contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Margaret Minnicks

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List of the 27 states where Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce has been recalled, including Virginia

Most people probably know that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) linked shredded iceberg lettuce from a single supplier in Mexico to a multistate cyclospora outbreak that has sickened at least 1,600 people over the last few weeks.

Virginia · 25d

Greg Wilson, CFA

Stop Eating These 19 Foods Once You Turn 50 (Even If They Are Delicious)

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

Could Food Shortages Be Coming? 20 Essential Items to Stock Up On Now

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

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I Brought Cookie Salad To One Potluck—Now Nobody Lets Me Bring Anything Else

Creamy vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, juicy mandarin oranges, sweet pineapple, and crunchy cookies come together in the kind of Midwestern classic that somehow lands between side dish and dessert. Every spoonful is cool, creamy, fruity, and packed with crisp cookie pieces that soften just enough without disappearing completely. The citrus keeps the mixture bright, the pudding makes it velvety, and those chocolate-striped cookies turn an ordinary bowl of fruit into the one dish everyone recognizes from church suppers and family reunions. It is playful, nostalgic, and exactly the kind of recipe that makes people smile before they even take the first bite.

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Grandma Swore These Old-Fashioned Salmon Patties Could Feed a Family Better Than Fancy Fish Ever Cou

Golden, crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside, these old-fashioned salmon patties are the kind of humble supper that turned pantry staples into something everyone looked forward to. Each patty fries up with beautifully crisp edges while the center stays moist, savory, and packed with rich salmon flavor. A squeeze of fresh lemon or a dollop of tartar sauce makes every bite even brighter, but the real magic is how a handful of simple ingredients transforms into a meal that feels hearty, comforting, and deeply nostalgic. It's the kind of recipe that filled Grandma's skillet on busy weeknights and somehow disappeared before the last batch finished cooking.

Greg Wilson, CFA

24 Foods That Are Way Healthier Than Most People Realize

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

20 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking On An Electric Stove Top

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

Edmond Thorne

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Trump Tower III Is Sinking & Owners Are Left Holding the Bag While Big Names Walk Free

A Miami high-rise carrying the Trump name is sinking, but the real story is how Florida’s laws let developers, architects, and brand licensors walk away long before the problems show up.

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Grandma’s 5-Ingredient Potato Soup Was So Cozy, Fancy Recipes Never Stood a Chance

There is something almost unfair about how much comfort can come from just five simple ingredients. This old-fashioned potato soup is creamy, steamy, and full of soft, buttery potato pieces that practically melt into the broth. It has the kind of humble flavor that feels instantly familiar, like something simmering on Grandma’s stove while biscuits warmed nearby. No complicated seasonings, no mile-long shopping list, no unnecessary fuss—just a bowl that tastes rich, cozy, and deeply satisfying. The beauty is in its simplicity, and that is exactly why recipes like this never really disappear.

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How marijuana turns your bed into a cloud

The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this report. You don’t notice your bed most nights. It’s just there — a rectangle you collapse into after a day that felt like a fist. But take a couple hits, let the THC settle into your bloodstream like a warm tide, and suddenly your bed isn’t a bed. It’s a cloud. A womb. A gravitational event. A place where your bones finally stop negotiating with the world.

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How smoking marijuana keeps your house clean

The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this report. You may have heard about people using stimulants to motivate them to clean the house. But many people find that smoking marijuana also can lead to spotless floors, shiny mirrors and clean end tables.

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I Stopped Buying Toilet Bowl Cleaner—Here's What I Make Instead

I've never liked the overpowering smell of commercial toilet cleaners. Most of them leave my bathroom smelling more like chemicals than clean, and I don't love keeping harsh products around the house when I know there are simpler options that work just as well.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

Avoid Autopay on These 22 Common Bills

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

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The One Thing I Always Check Before Buying Blueberries

When shopping for fresh blueberries there is one thing that I always look for before I put a container into my basket or cart. Right now is a great time to be buying blueberries in the store. We are in the peak blueberry season for much of the northern half of the country. That means the berries are cheaper and they are fresher. If you live in that part of the country, the blueberries aren't traveling very far.

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The One-Bowl Banana Bread That Might Finally Replace the Recipe Card in Grandma’s Drawer

Ripe bananas, warm vanilla, and a buttery batter come together in the kind of loaf that makes the whole kitchen smell like someone has been baking all afternoon. The top turns golden and slightly crackly, while the inside stays soft, moist, and tender enough to practically melt into each slice. Those overripe bananas do all the heavy lifting, bringing deep sweetness and that familiar homemade flavor people chase in every good banana bread. Best of all, everything comes together in one bowl, so you get all the cozy payoff without a sink full of dishes waiting afterward.

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I Put One Extra Thing In My Ice Tea To Make it Clear and Smooth

If a cookout table needs one drink that disappears fast, it's a classic Southern sweet tea. This version uses just five ingredients and comes together in under 15 minutes, making it an easy pick when you're already juggling a full weekend menu.

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ChefManiac

This 100-Year-Old Pie Uses No Eggs or Milk—And Somehow Tastes Like Pure Grandma Magic

There is something irresistible about an old recipe that survived a century with hardly any fuss, and this humble pie proves why some desserts never needed fancy ingredients to begin with. Made without eggs or milk, it still bakes into a sweet, comforting dessert with a tender filling and that unmistakable homemade flavor that feels straight out of a worn family recipe box. It is the kind of pie born from pantry cooking, when families made something special from whatever they had on hand—and somehow ended up with a dessert people still want to bake generations later. Simple, nostalgic, and unexpectedly satisfying, it is proof that good baking has never depended on a long shopping list.

Thomas Smith

Americans Are Changing How They Grocery Shop After the Biggest Price Increase in 50 Years

For millions of Americans, a trip to the grocery store no longer begins with a shopping list. It begins with a strategy. Shoppers are comparing prices across multiple stores, replacing familiar national brands with cheaper alternatives and planning meals around weekly promotions. Some are buying less meat, avoiding impulse purchases or leaving products on the shelf when the price feels unreasonable.

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ChefManiac

This Fried Bologna Sandwich Fed Families Through Hard Times—and Somehow Still Tastes Like Home

There is something deeply nostalgic about bologna sizzling in a hot skillet until the edges curl, brown, and turn just a little crisp. Piled onto soft bread with mustard, mayonnaise, cheese, or whatever the kitchen had on hand, this humble sandwich became a dependable meal when grocery budgets were tight and nothing went to waste. The warm, salty bologna against the soft bread delivers the kind of simple comfort that does not need fancy ingredients to be satisfying. It is cheap, quick, and full of the old-fashioned flavor many people remember from childhood kitchens, lunch counters, and meals made during leaner times.

Greg Wilson, CFA