Bridget Shirvell

Bridget is a freelance writer for MarthaStewart.com.

These Are the 7 Best Anti-Fatigue Mats for Home Cooks With Back Pain

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These supportive mats will reduce discomfort as you chop vegetables, assemble pies, or wash dishes.

12 Food and Drink Trends You'll Want to Try in 2023

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These trends will define how we eat and drink in the coming year.

Stuffing vs. Dressing: Is There Actually a Difference Between These Two Beloved Thanksgiving Dishes?

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No matter what you call it, this holiday side has a place at everyone's table.

4 Ways the Canadian Thanksgiving Meal Differs From the Traditional American Feast

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Here's what Canadians eat when they celebrate the holiday.

How Many Slices Will You Get From That Cake?

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Our essential guide to cake sizes and servings will help you calculate which pan to use for every guest count.

4 Secret-Weapon Ingredients That Make Vegan Food Tasty, Easy, and Affordable, According to the Bosh! Team

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Who needs cheese when you've got nooch?

Do You Need an Immersion Blender and a Regular Blender?

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There are only so many appliances you can fit in your kitchen, should you make space for both of these?

Cottage Cheese Is Cool Again and Better Than Ever—and We've Got the Recipes to Prove It

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Here's why you should add this dairy product to your grocery cart.

Tiny Kitchen Cooking Tips from Chef Annie Mahle, Who Works in a Galley Kitchen on a Boat

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The cookbook author knows how to make the most out of small spaces, whether it's a petite home, the galley of a schooner, or an RV kitchen.

Do You Need an Immersion Blender and a Regular Blender?

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There are only so many appliances you can fit in your kitchen, should you make space for both of these?

Cottage Cheese Is Cool Again and Better Than Ever—and We've Got the Recipes to Prove It

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Here's why you should add this dairy product to your grocery cart.

Tiny Kitchen Cooking Tips from Chef Annie Mahle, Who Works in a Galley Kitchen on a Boat

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The cookbook author knows how to make the most out of small spaces, whether it's a petite home, the galley of a schooner, or an RV kitchen.

This Is the Bakeware You Should Register for, According to a Pastry Chef

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From cookie sheets to pie plates to simple tools, here's what you'll need for all your baking projects.

Our Essential Cookware Glossary: Here's Every Type of Pan, Skillet, and Dutch Oven You'll Need in Your Kitchen

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Our guide to cookware includes all the basics, plus the specialty cookware items, like a braiser or a crêpe pan, you may need.

Ali Slagle, Author of the Book "I Dream of Dinner (So You Don't Have To)," Shares Her Weeknight Meal Secrets

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Ali has a fresh mindset when it comes to preparing dinner: focus on the joy it brings.

Eat Your Way Through Iceland (at Home) with These Foods

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If you can't get to the Northern European country, you can still enjoy its unique foods.

What Is Clarified Butter, and Why Do Chefs Love It So Much?

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Professional chefs fill us in on the ingredient that's the secret behind Martha's mouthwatering scrambled eggs.

The 5 Best Bread Knives for Slicing Homemade Sourdough and Store-Bought Loaves

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It's a kitchen essential because a bread knife aces tasks that other kitchen knives can't.

Can Your Food Be Climate Neutral?

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We're hearing a lot more brands talk about being climate neutral, what does that actually mean?

What's Gaby Cooking? The Cookbook Author and Entrepreneur Shares Her Weeknight Dinner Strategies

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Gaby Dalkin also reveals her secrets for getting her daughter to eat the foods she and her husband enjoy.

Palm Oil Is Ubiquitous and its Production Is Hard on the Earth—Here's How to Shop Responsibly Made Products

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The ingredient is found in more than half of all packaged goods, and it poses quite a challenge for those who wish to eat (or even live) more sustainably.

The 5 Best Food Processors for Chopping, Grating, Slicing, Kneading Dough, Puréeing, and More

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This kitchen workhorse really can do it all. Our guide will help you find the right food processor for your needs.

Everything You Need to Treat Mom to Breakfast in Bed This Mother's Day

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For a beautiful start to her special day, bring mom breakfast in bed, served on a gorgeous tray with pretty plates, flowers, delicious treats, and her favorite beverages is sure to make her feel the love. We've gathered everything you'll need here.

The 5 Best Knife Sharpeners, Because Every Home Cook Needs Sharp Knives

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We share the most important things to consider when shopping for a knife sharpener, as well as our top picks for manual and electric models.

The Magical Powers of Brownies, According to Cookbook Author Leah Hyslop

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The devoted brownie baker and recipe developer explains why these bar cookies are so beloved— and, she shares the history of brownies, as well.

These Are the Best Electric Outdoor Grills for All Your Summer Grilling

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Electric grills are better for the environment than charcoal and gas grills, they heat up quickly, and you can grill pretty much whatever you want on them.

What the Labels on Chicken at the Grocery Store Really Mean—and Which You Actually Need to Pay Attention To

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Shopping for chicken at your local supermarket shouldn't be complicated. Knowing how to decode the various terms on poultry packaging will help ensure you're getting the best chicken possible.

One-Pot Cooking Is Nothing New—Tagines and Other Clay Pots Have Long Been Used Around the World

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Clay pot cooking in Moroccan cuisine, for example, is believed to date back to the 8th century.

5 Kitchen Cabinet Paint Colors That Will Never Go Out of Style, According to Interior Designers

Let Go of These 8 Household Items as We Start the New Year

93 Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes to Make Any Night of the Week

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