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Cooking at home is already considered a way to save money more than spending it on eating out, but there are still some ways to cut back even further. BuzzFeed Community members shared some of their best tips for saving money while cooking, including buying pre-made items and combining them to create quick dinners, using veggie scraps to make stock, always having an emergency frozen snack available, growing their own herbs and vegetables, using a bread machine to make fresh bread for cheap, using an app to clip coupons and track sales, making pasta sauce from scratch using canned tomatoes and leftover pasta water, buying frozen pizza dough and making pizza at home, planning meals ahead of time to avoid food waste, playing a game with leftovers to make new meals, heading to areas in the grocery store where food is marked down, choosing off-brand items instead of name brands, shopping for only a couple of days at a time instead of a week to avoid food waste, using a food sealer to freeze and preserve meat and other foods, prepping cheap meal building blocks like rice and beans, turning vegetables on sale into pasta sauce and freezing them, planning a menu that reuses ingredients from previous meals, and choosing a credit card that gives points towards free groceries.

As we age, we gain wisdom and perspective, and often look back on our younger years with a mix of fondness and regret. Redditors over the age of 40 recently shared their biggest regrets from their youth, offering valuable lessons for younger generations. These regrets include not taking enough photos of everyday life, not appreciating loved ones enough, not prioritizing health and fitness, and not pursuing passions like learning a musical instrument. They also emphasize the importance of setting boundaries, living life on one’s own terms, and enjoying the present moment.

Store potatoes in a cool, dark place after washing and removing small green shoots.

Avoid plastic packaging, the refrigerator, and areas near heat sources.

New potatoes have a longer shelf life than mature potatoes, while baked potatoes (specifically russets) are best for long-term storage.

Potatoes stored correctly can maintain their freshness and edibility for several weeks, preventing sprouting and greening.

Maintaining a stable temperature and avoiding temperature fluctuations is crucial for optimal storage.

A resourceful woman has found a clever solution to prevent food spoilage using a simple ingredient – lemons. By poking a hole in the center of a lemon and extracting the juice, you can extend the shelf life of certain foods, such as sliced avocados. The citric acid in lemon juice acts as a natural preservative, slowing down the oxidation process that causes food to go bad. This simple hack has gained widespread attention on social media, with users praising it as a “life saver” and a “game-changer” for food storage.

Hannah Dobrogosz, a certified snacker from BuzzFeed, shares her bold and controversial food opinions. From her disdain for sweet potato fries to her love forCircus Peanuts, she presents her takes with humor and passion. Dobrogosz believes that mayonnaise is a great dipping sauce for fries, and she finds TUMS surprisingly tasty. She prefers creamy foods like potato salad and chicken salad, while coffee leaves her feeling unwell. Her love for tea, especially chai and matcha, is evident. When it comes to burgers, she favors simple, greasy smash burgers over fancy bistro creations. Extra Toasty Cheez-Its are not to her liking, but she appreciates processed cheese in certain contexts. Bottled salad dressings often disappoint her, and she finds sour candy overrated. Cookies are her go-to dessert choice over cake, and she believes that broccoli and Brussels sprouts can be delicious with proper preparation. Dobrogosz encourages her readers to share their own controversial food opinions in the comments.

The 77th Cannes Film Festival kicked off today with a press conference from the jury, led by Greta Gerwig. Here are the key quotes from the conference, covering a range of topics from the #MeToo movement to the war in Gaza to the possibility of a film about Donald Trump being screened at the festival.

Looking for a hassle-free yet delectable weeknight dinner? Jamie Oliver’s Greek-inspired chicken pasta recipe is your answer. With only five simple ingredients and a preparation time of just 10 minutes, this comforting dish will impress your taste buds and save you time and effort in the kitchen.

Cooking bacon in the air fryer may not be the best idea, as it can lead to smoking or even flames in certain models due to the high fat content of bacon. It is recommended to use alternative methods such as pan-frying or oven-baking for safer and more convenient results.

Just hours before the grand finale of Eurovision 2023, Dutch contestant Joost Klein was dramatically disqualified following an incident involving a female production crew member. According to Swedish police, Klein is now facing possible charges. While the specific nature of the accusation remains unclear, it has been clarified that the altercation did not constitute a serious crime. The accelerated prosecution process is expected to take approximately two months.

Eight luxury watches owned by legendary Formula One driver Michael Schumacher will be auctioned off by Christie’s in Geneva to mark the 30th anniversary of his first Drivers Championship victory in 1994. The collection includes timepieces from renowned brands such as Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, and Patek Philippe.