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So, you want to stock the home bar with a decent selection of spirits but you don’t want to blow the bank. We hear you. That’s why we’ve gone to experts to find their top picks for American whiskey, tequila, and vodka so you can have a respectable bar — and still have cash left for other important stuff.

If you’re still a little leery of low-cost tequila from that time in college, never fear: It’s totally possible to get a perfectly respectable budget bottle (without the regret) by keeping a couple things in mind.

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Last week, Aldi debuted a stand mixer ready to rival the coveted KitchenAid at nearly a quarter of the cost. Set on equipping every home baker with a stand mixer before holiday baking commences, the Aldi mixer comes in just under $60 and is fully equipped with a paddle, whisk, and bread hook attachment.

With a similar goal of preparing you for holiday baking, we tested the Aldi mixer using three common baking recipes (and we made whipped cream!) to find out whether or not you should rush to Aldi now for this low-cost equipment or save your money for a more substantial stand mixer.

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Whether your Halloween plans sync up with book club or you’re celebrating the holiday with a low-key girls’ night in, there are two crucial things your menu absolutely needs: booze and brownies. A simple, make-ahead menu brings the dark arts to your gathering with a fruity red wine sangria and a batch of decadent molten chocolate brownies. Here’s how to make it happen.

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From Apartment Therapy → Creative Ways to Add Plants to Even a Tiny Kitchen

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If you’re stumped about what to make for dinner, having a pound of ground beef in the fridge or freezer will most definitely help you to figure it out. The affordable protein is a pantry staple for us since it can be transformed into so many simple, crowd-pleasing meals. These five recipes are proof of ground beef’s power. Even better, these recipes only require one pot or pan, so cleanup is sure to be a breeze.

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If there’s one thing we love here at Kitchn (aside from food, obviously!) it’s a smart storage idea. Hooks on the back of a cabinet door? Brilliant! A diagonal drawer organizer? Yes, please! A fold-down table on the wall? Duh! That’s why I got so excited when I saw this kitchen. Do you know what I’m going to point out?

Here’s a hint: Not only does it add storage space to the kitchen, but it also creates a museum-like display.

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The best way to tackle dinner before trick-or-treating with your little ones on Halloween is to lean on your slow cooker. Since you don’t have much time to spend in the kitchen, stick with recipes that can cook all day or even in advance, so there’s little to do before chowing down. Here are 10 slow cooker recipes for a wholesome dinner before you head out for trick-or-treating.

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You guys! Season Two of Stranger Things is almost here (it’s coming out this Friday, October 27, to be exact). There’s a good chance gobbling up the entire season in one epic binge-watching session is your plan this weekend, and we support you. But listen: You’ll need sustenance to tackle your Creature fears (even if everyone on the show is so darn busy discovering a secret dimension and rescuing their loved ones from a mysterious nightmare creature that there’s barely a bite taken). You, on the other, are human. And you’re going to get hungry.

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When it comes to doing Halloween right, some cities are just better than others. I mean, if you’re going door to door dressed up in a sweet homemade costume, then you deserve something better than a single Tootsie Roll. Want to know where your city ranks in terms of best candy for trick-or-treaters? We’ve got the list.

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As a nutritionist and frugal grocery shopper, I’m forever trying to save money — while also buying healthy food. Like many other people, I have a strong love of Costco, so I regularly head to the bulk warehouse haven to keep tabs on my budget while also feeding my body well.

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