Baked tacos are a viral food trend we love as they’re simple to make yet give our favorite savory treat a twist. This dish involves filling tortillas with a meat mixture and cheese before folding them in half, like a quesadilla, and baking them. The result is a batch of crunchy and cheesy tacos that bake as fast as 12 minutes — and will earn raves during taco night. Keep reading to learn how to make baked tacos worth dressing up with an array of toppings! The ingredients in baked tacos This dish can be made with corn or flour tortillas for the shell and any type of ground meat, seasonings and ..read more

When a bout of the blues hits, everything seems harder — from getting out of bed to focusing on work or to-do’s, making decisions and even getting dinner on the table. And as if all that isn’t difficult enough, there’s more: Even a short stint of depression can trigger weight gain, say researchers from the University of Cambridge. They recently found that the more depressed you feel, the more weight you’re likely to gain in just four weeks. “Although the weight gain [we observed] was relatively small, even small increases in weight over short periods of time can lead to larger weight gains ove ..read more

Enjoying pancakes and bacon for breakfast doesn’t have to involve cooking them in separate skillets. You can combine the two to make a sweet and salty treat called bacon pancakes. Each pancake has a slice of bacon in the center, which creates a dipper-like shape. They’re not only perfect for dunking into maple syrup or other sauces, but they’re a breakfast finger food you can make in about 30 minutes. Here’s more on bacon pancakes and a simple recipe that’s sure to brighten up any morning! What are bacon pancakes? This treat consists of cooked bacon strips that are coated in pancake batter and ..read more

“I’ve had a lot of troubles, so I write jolly tales.” It’s the line that opens the most recent of the Little Women movies, which earned countless award nominations in 2019. But did you know there are eight adaptations — the first being a silent movie filmed in the early 1900s? All of the Little Women movies, as well as the beloved 1868 book they are based on, follow Josephine “Jo,” Meg, Amy and Elizabeth “Beth” March as they deal with being women during and after the Civil War. It is loosely based on author Louisa May Alcott’s real life and was published for the first time in 1868. O ..read more

If you spend any time at the grocery store, you’ve probably noticed more jackfruit products popping up lately. From fresh jackfruit in the produce section to canned jackfruit, “pulled pork” jackfruit and jackfruit “nuggets”, it seems everyone is excited about this tropical treat. But what does jackfruit taste like, and why is it suddenly so popular? Here, we explain the taste, how jackfruit boosts your health and a few delicious ways to enjoy it. What is jackfruit? Jackfruit is a tropical fruit native to Southern India. “It’s the world’s largest tree-borne fruit,” reveals Matt Herman, an exoti ..read more

In the landscape of 1970s cinema, The Lords of Flatbush stands as a raw and nostalgic portrayal of adolescent camaraderie set against the backdrop of 1950s Brooklyn. Directed by Martin Davidson and Stephen Verona, this coming-of-age drama captured the hearts of audiences with its authentic portrayal of teenage life and the struggles of growing up in a working-class neighborhood. The Lords of Flatbush revolves around a group of tough and charismatic high school students from the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn. Led by the charismatic Chico (Perry King), the group navigates the challenges of a ..read more

The Lion King is one of the most critically and commercially successful animated films of all time. With its evocative animation, unforgettable characters and powerful story of family and growing up in the animal kingdom, the film is one of the defining achievements of Disney’s ’90s renaissance. Released on June 15, 1994, The Lion King is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year — and it’s definitely stood the test of time, as viewers of all ages still hold it close to their hearts. In honor of the film’s milestone anniversary, here are 10 fascinating facts you might not have known about the ..read more

After all the appointments, tests and scheduling, your surgery date is almost here…and you’re staring at an empty bag wondering what to bring to the hospital. “Taking the time to get organized, think about the details of your procedure and anticipate your needs pays off every time,” encourages Stephanie Lanier, a veteran of more than a dozen hospital stays of many lengths with her medically fragile son, Oliver. “The good news is that many of the most helpful items are relatively small and can make a huge difference to your comfort, mood and outlook. And just the act of packing strategically wi ..read more

So you opened a bottle of wine with dinner that you just loved and only ended up drinking one glass. We all know what happens to wine when it sits around for too long – it turns to vinegar. And a private wine company estimates that American home consumers throw away over $1.27 billion in wine annually because it no longer tastes good. That’s a lot of glasses! We’ve got expert tips on how to store wine after opening it to help your wine last longer, so you’re not pouring money down the drain — and what to do with it when it’s no longer drinkable. How to store wine after opening 1. Recork your w ..read more

If you’ve ever had your hair colored in the salon, it’s likely that you’ve had a hair gloss (even if you didn’t know it). Often times the final step of the professional coloring process, glosses are key for enhancing shine, smoothness and even adjusting the overall tone of your hair color. And here’s the thing: There are now more at-home glosses than ever, making it easy to score all of these benefits without a trip to the salon — or the hit to your wallet. Plus, they can be used whether or not you color your hair. We tapped top colorists to explain more about exactly what hair glosses are and ..read more