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Anna Chesley is a freelance writer with a soft spot for old books, old recipes, and old-fashioned ways of doing things. She’s the founder of saltinmycoffee.com,  where she writes about homesteading and self-sufficiency, and the1800shousewife.com, where she re-creates 1800’s recipes for the modern kitchen.

The Thanksgiving meal is a cherished tradition, a feast of turkey, stuffing, and countless side dishes. Once the plates are cleared and appetites are sated, though, another tradition begins: figuring out what to do with all the leftovers.  This year, creative home cooks are turning to TikTok for inspiration, sharing clever and delicious ways to …

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Every year, as the leaves turn and a chill enters the air, a familiar debate lights up social media feeds. The question is simple yet divisive: when is the right time to put up the Christmas tree? While purists argue for waiting until after Thanksgiving, a growing movement, heavily championed on platforms like TikTok, is …

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For generations, homeowners have battled the winter chill and the high heating bills that come with it. From grandma’s advice to put a sweater on,  to dad’s constant watch over the thermostat, the quest to stay warm without overspending is a familiar story.  But now, this age-old challenge is getting a modern twist. The latest …

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For many, Thanksgiving conjures images of a golden-brown turkey sitting at the center of the table. But as more people embrace plant-based eating, Many are turning to online inspiration for ways to give the holiday menu a creative meat-free makeover.  This year, TikTok’s vibrant community of vegetarian chefs and home cooks is flipping the script …

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The holiday season usually arrives wrapped in shiny paper and high expectations. We envision warm fires, perfect meals, and harmonious family gatherings straight out of a Hallmark movie. But for many, the reality of visiting home involves navigating tricky family dynamics, unsolicited advice, and social batteries that drain faster than a cheap string of lights. …

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Move over, doomscrolling. There’s a quieter, more tactile trend taking over social media feeds, and it looks a lot like your grandmother’s living room. Millennials and Gen Z creators on platforms like TikTok are showcasing their passion for so-called “granny hobbies,” from knitting and gardening to completing complex jigsaw puzzles.  This revival, often tagged as …

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Scrolling through TikTok, you’ll find a growing trend among savvy moms: massive grocery hauls scored for shockingly low prices. These aren’t your typical couponing wins. Instead, families are stocking their fridges and freezers thanks to an app that’s helping them save money while combating a major environmental issue. The secret weapon is Flashfood, an app …

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Every family has its Thanksgiving traditions, from treasured rituals like watching the Macy’s parade, to favorite family dishes that show up on the table year after year. In my own quest to create meaningful traditions with my children, I stumbled upon a recipe that is now indispensable to my family’s holiday baking: an apple pie …

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As winter settles in and the days grow shorter, many people feel a familiar sense of dread. The winter blues can make the colder months feel long and isolating. This year, however, a growing number of people are finding a unique source of inspiration on TikTok: creators who not only survive but thrive in some …

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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and for many home cooks, the main event isn’t the turkey, it’s the mac and cheese. Specifically, it’s the viral mac and cheese recipe created by Chef Tini (@tinekeyounger) on TikTok. This year, a culinary scavenger hunt is underway as fans rush to secure one key ingredient, a specific …

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