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To mix up brownie mix batter, add an easy flavoring, such as instant coffee powder, ground cinnamon or peppermint or almond extract.

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Remove steaks from the refrigerator about 15 minutes before cooking. They'll cook faster and more evenly if they warm to room temperature first.

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To cut calories, decorate your salads with hard-cooked egg whites and walnuts instead of croutons and cheese.

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Don't sauté using butter; use olive or canola oil instead. These are healthier because they contain monounsaturated instead of saturated fats.

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Cooked pasta loses quality when frozen. For best results, undercook and freeze in a sauce, then thaw overnight in your refrigerator before heating.

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If you're making breaded chicken, give it time to develop a crust and don't poke or flip it.

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For tender meat, always slice it with (instead of against) the grain.

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Don't overcrowd the pan. Food releases moisture when it's cooked, so if you don't leave room for steam to escape, your food will be soggy.

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For accurate measurements, lightly spoon flour (or any other ingredient) into dry measuring cups and level with a knife.

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When melting chocolate, heat gently and slowly to avoid grains and create a smooth, creamy consistency.

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Photo by Lily Allen

A Guide to Olives

May 17, 2013
by Sophie Jacob
Food for Thought

Upon facing rows and rows of olive options at the supermarket, or a rainbow display at a restaurant table, you may feel unsure of which…

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Photo by Stephanie Lee

Foods For Your Face

May 16, 2013
by Katherine Dempsey
Food for Thought

There’s no need to buy expensive facial care products when sometimes, all it takes is a look inside your fridge for a quick skin therapy…

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Photo by Hannah Lin

Spice Things Up

May 16, 2013
by Katherine Dempsey
Food for Thought

If you’re like most people, you probably know that spices add flavor to food, but you might not know a lot about their actual benefits….

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Weekly News Roundup: 5/13/13

Weekly News Roundup: 5/13/13

May 13, 2013
by Maggie Gorman
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening…. Arrested Development to Host Real-Life Frozen Banana Stand To tide fans over until the show releases its new season on…

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Photo by Kelda Baljon

Mother’s Day Tea Time

May 12, 2013
by Alexa Santos
Food for Thought

Mother’s Day is a great occasion to channel your refined, elegant side by treating your mother to high tea. However, the name “high tea” is…

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Weekly News Roundup: 5/6/13

Weekly News Roundup: 5/6/13

May 6, 2013
by Maggie Gorman
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening….   Night Markets to Sweep Chicago Streets Finding yourself craving something a little more high-brow than the fast food options…

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Photo by Maddy Shannon

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

May 5, 2013
by Ashley Gilmore
Food for Thought, Recipes

Cinco de Mayo falls on the fifth of May and is a day to celebrate Mexico’s unexpected triumph over France in the Battle of Puebla…

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Photo by Devon Carlson

Sensibly Sweet: Healthy Frozen Yogurt Toppings

May 3, 2013
by Michelle Laszlo
Food for Thought, Sweets

Now that it’s finally starting to feel like spring, most of us are more than ready to ditch the hot chocolate and move onto a…

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Photo by Lily Allen.

Eat Right For Your Blood Type

May 1, 2013
by Sophie Jacob
Food for Thought

Between all the fad diets, juice cleanses and calorie counting programs, it can seem like maintaining a balanced diet requires 24/7 attention and tracking. Fortunately,…

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Photo by Devon Carlson

Eat Your Way to a Six Pack

April 30, 2013
by Michelle Laszlo
Food for Thought

Despite these windy 60 degree days that aren’t quite yet spring-like, the time has finally arrived for warm weather to hit the Northwestern campus. Not…

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Weekly News Roundup: 4/29/13

Weekly News Roundup: 4/29/13

April 29, 2013
by Maggie Gorman
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening….   Acadia Launches New Brunch Menu Looking to treat your mom to the type of decadent brunch she deserves this…

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Photo by Hannah Lin.

Macaron Mania: How to Do Paris Right

April 24, 2013
by Abby Reisinger
Abroad, Food for Thought

When it comes to food, I live by the rule that if Blair Waldorf (of Gossip Girl infamy) likes it, it’s definitively delicious. Macarons, the…

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Be a Gourmet Chef on a Broke Student Budget (continued)

Be a Gourmet Chef on a Broke Student Budget (continued)

April 23, 2013
by Maggie Gorman
Food for Thought

Meet Gabi Moskowitz, author of the Brokeass Gourmet blog and cookbook. Her goal: to teach people to make delicious food on a tight budget. All…

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Photo courtesy of Food52.

Gourmet Lunches on the Go

April 23, 2013
by Eilis Lombard
Food for Thought

Those of us who live off campus or don’t have time to wait in line at a dining hall between classes know how much of…

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Weekly News Roundup: 4/22/13

Weekly News Roundup: 4/22/13

April 22, 2013
by Izzie Baum
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening… Kool-Aid Man Remodeled One of our favorite icon personals will no longer be a man hidden within a large, puffy…

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Photo courtesy of Walmart Corporate.

When to Buy Organic

April 21, 2013
by Alyssa Brewer
Food for Thought

Walking into a grocery store and having to choose between organic and non-organic for every item on your shopping list can be a huge pain…

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Weekly News Roundup: 4/15/13

Weekly News Roundup: 4/15/13

April 15, 2013
by Izzie Baum
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening…   Eating Walnuts Helps Fight Diabetes Scientists have reported in the April issue of the Journal of Medicine that consumption…

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Photo by Maggie Gorman.

Drawing the Line: Good Fats vs. Bad Fats

April 11, 2013
by Katherine Dempsey
Food for Thought

Myth: All fats are bad for your health. Fact: Some fats can help you stay healthy. It’s true – good fats actually do exist, and…

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Eat This, Not That: Fudge Brownie Sundae

Eat This, Not That: Fudge Brownie Sundae

April 9, 2013
by Lauren Feld
Food for Thought

You’re Craving… A warm, fudgy brownie sundae. The pang in the bottom of your stomach suddenly reminds you of your hunger. You’re salivating over the…

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Photo courtesy of Gabi Moskowitz.

Be a Gourmet Chef on a Broke Student Budget

April 8, 2013
by Alyssa Brewer
Food for Thought

Meet Gabi Moskowitz, author of the Brokeass Gourmet blog and cookbook. Her goal: to teach people to make delicious food on a tight budget. All…

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Weekly News Roundup 4/7/13

Weekly News Roundup 4/7/13

April 7, 2013
by Izzie Baum
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening…   Google is the New Grocery Store Google has decided to partner with brands like Target and Walgreens to launch…

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Photo by Maggie Gorman.

Chocoholics Anonymous: Why We Get Addicted to Chocolate

April 4, 2013
by Ashley Gilmore
Food for Thought

With Easter recently behind us, the CVS candy aisle has transformed into a bargain-bin pastel chocolate paradise. Regardless of whether the Easter bunny paid you…

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Weekly News Roundup 3/24/13

Weekly News Roundup 3/24/13

March 24, 2013
by Izzie Baum
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening…   James Beard Award Nominees Announced All of the finalists for the James Beard Award are already renowned in the…

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Photo by Stephanie Lee.

Five Ways to Boost Your Metabolism

March 18, 2013
by Katherine Dempsey
Food for Thought

Let’s face it – it’s not easy to find motivation to exercise during the winter. But you can still boost your metabolism by making simple…

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Say Goodbye to Finals Week Stress

Say Goodbye to Finals Week Stress

March 18, 2013
by Alexa Santos
Food for Thought

With finals looming around the corner, the temptation to binge on your favorite decadent treats to soothe your stress is stronger than ever. However, wolfing…

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Weekly News Roundup 3/17/13

Weekly News Roundup 3/17/13

March 17, 2013
by Izzie Baum
Food for Thought, Fruits & Vegetables

So here’s what’s been happening… Hilary Clinton’s Diet Trick Hilary Clinton has revealed her secret to diet success while trying to maintain her hectic schedule:…

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Weekly News Roundup 3/11/13

Weekly News Roundup 3/11/13

March 11, 2013
by Izzie Baum
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening… Man Calls 911 for a Cheeseburger 52-year-old Gregory Jackson Sr. was so famished after a couple rounds of drinks late…

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Photo by Flickr user Robert S. Donovan.

Paleo, Please: All About the Caveman Craze

March 11, 2013
by Mariana Cohen
Food for Thought

With so many diets cycling in and out of popularity through the years, it’s almost impossible to keep up. You may have heard the buzz…

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Weekly News Roundup 3/3/13

Weekly News Roundup 3/3/13

March 4, 2013
by Izzie Baum
Food for Thought

So here’s what’s been happening… Steak ‘n Shake 7 Patty Burger for $7.77 Steak ‘n Shake has just released its 7×7 steak burger patty, claiming…

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What’s Your Beef?

What’s Your Beef?

March 3, 2013
by Alyssa Brewer
Feed, Food for Thought, Print Mag

For the budgeting college student, a good steak can seem like a dream that only becomes reality when parents are in town. Although the meat…

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