Save some cash without sacrificing flavor. Experts say the steep prices are due to widespread avian influenza, inflation, and labor shortages. I spoke to Lisa Steele, a fifth-generation chicken keeper and author ofThe Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook. Photo:Carlos Gaw/Getty Images Using them wisely can make a big difference, she says. “Remember that each egg equals about three tablespoons of volume. Saving money and eating more vegetables? Steele suggests an arm workout....

There’s zero fussiness in this party-ready recipe. Its rich, cheesy, and savory, yet its texture is light and fluffy. Serve it as part of an Italian spread with toasted baguette, crostini, orfocaccia. Photo:Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless For a tangier take, try sundried tomato pesto instead of the basil pesto. If you do go with basil, look for a refrigerated brand of pesto, not a shelf-stable jar....

Skip the yeast and the rise time and make these delicious treats in just a half-hour. Eating deep-fried foods is one of the true pleasures ofHanukkah, Judaism’s eight-night Festival of Lights. How to Serve Sufganiyot Traditional Hanukkah fried doughnuts are filled with jelly orjamafter frying. Photo: Emily Kinni Chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or dulce de leche are equally welcome accompaniments. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl....

To refrigerate or not to refrigerate? Kevin Brine/Getty Images Does Peanut Butter Need to Be Refrigerated? Does Peanut Butter Go Bad? Kevin Brine/Getty Images Peanut butter can go bad, but in general, it has a long shelf life. Moststore-bought peanut buttercontains stabilizers that keep it fresh for longer. Unopened, commercial peanut butter can last up to two years. Once opened, though, peanut butter lasts about three months. After the best-by date passes, it may still be safe to eat....

Two tasty treats go head to head. But, which is best? Surveys show that Americans tend to prefer milk chocolate over dark chocolate. Photo:Getty Images Milk chocolate is sweeter and creamier, so its more universally palatable, especially among children. What Is Dark Chocolate? All chocolate, including dark chocolate, starts off as cacao. Cacao contains beneficial compounds, includingantioxidantscalledflavonoidsandpolyphenols, which can potentially help prevent oxidative cell damage, Chun adds. Dark chocolate typically contains 5090% cocoa solids, as well as cocoa butter and sugar....

These two have been dishing out honest, heartfelt advice on air for years. Want their advice on how to deal with a sticky social situation? We want to keep it positive. Photo:Courtesy of Peter Kramer I feel like the person closest to her should say something. You have to have an honest conversation. JENNA BUSH HAGER:I agree. Do you feel like you’re able to be part of that? If so, hey stay, and if not, we totally get it....

Is the 5-second rule real or a myth? Is it really okay to let a dog lick your face? On This Episode On this week’s episode, we discuss shoes in the house. Photo:John Shearer She is passionate about creating “citizen scientists,” incorporating it into all of her classes. Transcript Recent Podcasts You May Like John Shearer Lisa Cuchara

Experts settle the debate over whether we should be watching our fruit intake because of its sugar content. If your goal is to eat the healthiest diet possible, you shouldlimit foods with added sugar. Why is sugar found naturally in fresh fruit not harmful? Manki Kim / Unsplash Comparatively speaking, a cup of canned fruit without added sugar corresponds to a cup of fresh fruit. CDC,Adults Meeting Fruit and Vegetable Intake Recommendations United States, 2019....

But should you be storing those nuts in the fridge, or are they totally fine in your pantry? Check out these tips to help you ensure they stay delicious down to the very last nut. Should You Store Nuts in the Fridgeand Why? Photo:MirageC/Getty Images The short answer: Yes, your nuts should be stored in the fridge. And there’s a good reason why. Not exactly what you’re looking for when you’re making a nut-based recipe....

We asked an expert how to telland what to do about it. (Though if you’re seeking peace of mind, a quick swab test is not inordinately expensive.) Even if your home was built before 1978, you may not be immediately at risk. Photo: RazoomGames/Getty Images Just be sure that the paint on your walls is not deteriorating and is in good shape. To keep children completely safe, consider treating any lead paintcovered surfaces....

Is the 5-second rule real or a myth? Is it really okay to let a dog lick your face? Fellow celebs Monica Padman and Tabitha Brown also jump in on the debate. Photo:CELESTE SLOMAN She is one of the most successful members of the Real Housewives franchise to date. She is also the founder and CEO ofSkinnygirl, a lifestyle brand that covers food, beverage and apparel. Bethenny Frankel on Morning Dental Hygiene I’m a brush-your-teeth-the-minute-you-get-up....

RDs explain the difference in health benefits and flavor. Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images I love the aroma and flavor of coffee. I love that it is the first thing waiting for me each morning after my alarm goes off. Photo:Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images As much as I adore coffee, Ive never thought about the punch in of roast that I drink. Should I be looking deeper into it? Would the key in of roast I choose affect my health differently?...

We compare these popular (and often confused!) But in the world of countertops, theyre really not. With thedemand for quartzgrowing, its especially important now to be able to distinguish them! What is Quartz? Here is where Viana elaborates even further on the source of the confusion. So people say, Well Ive been told that quartz [counters] are made up of natural quartz. That partistrue, but thats also where the confusion comes in, he adds....