Potato Crust Is the Secret Weapon for This Tasty, Gluten-Free Quiche Lorraine Recipe

You’ve seen (and likely loved) quiche Lorraine, but not quite like this. Picture its silky egg filling, salty lardons, and savory Gruyère with one key twist: It’s cradled not by a pastry crust, but by shredded potatoes. The result is a trendy, tasty take on a classic French dish, sure to pleasantly surprise guests at your next brunch.

It may sound unlikely that hash-brown potatoes could form a sturdy crust, but when bound by just a hint of Dijon mustard and baked until golden, they make quite the faithful exterior. Nutmeg and fresh thyme add nuance in flavor, while a generous helping of cheese lends a deliciously melty texture. Each starchy potato strand is so crispy, you’ll forget pastry crust ever existed. This is great news for those who are gluten-free — just be sure to find a certified GF Dijon for this recipe.

POTATO-CRUST QUICHE LORRAINE RECIPE

(Serves 4)

Ingredients:

  • 4 Tablespoons melted butter, divided by half
  • 1 bag hash brown potatoes, thawed (1 pound 4 ounces works perfectly.)
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 heaping Tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 eggs
  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Brush a cast-iron skillet or pie pan with 2 tablespoons melted butter. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and mustard. Press the mixture into the skillet, making sure the bottom has no gaps and the height is level all the way around. Pour the remaining butter evenly over the top. Bake until golden, about 30 minutes. Let cool for at least 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook bacon briefly, about 3 minutes. Add onion, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium and cook until softened, stirring frequently, for about 13 minutes.
  4. In another large bowl, whisk eggs and half and half until smooth. Add the bacon mixture to a large bowl and stir quickly to combine.
  5. Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake for 15 minutes. Sprinkle cheese evenly over the top. Continue baking until browned and bubbling, about 15 more minutes. Serve warm.

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(Recipe adapted from Rachael Ray and photos via Sara Cagle, Brit + Co)

Aldi is prepped and ready for Easter with tons of fun finds that span from Easter candy to savory snacks. We perused their aisles and found these 10 tasty items that’ll undoubtedly help you celebrate Easter with the most festive vibes! Plus, every single one of these hidden gems will cost you under $10 – score!

Fill your Easter baskets with these 10 adorable Easter items from Aldi!

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Choceur Easter Caramel Filled Mini Chocolate Bunnies

These decadent lil' bunny chocolates from Germany are filled with caramel for extra Easter indulgence. Whether you break up the $3.39 box across several baskets or use the whole thing to fill your home's candy dish, you simply need to have a taste!

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Our Specialty Double Layer Carrot Cake

No baked good screams 'Easter' like a carrot cake does! Aldi's bakery is more than ready to sweeten up your celebrations this year with this stacked dessert topped with the most adorable carrot motif.

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Create-A-Treat Easter Colorful Eggs Decorate Cookie Kit

This is the perfect Aldi Easter item to snag to get your fix of family fun this season. Complete with 8 nut-free cookies, some candies for decorating, and a few bags of easy-to-use icing in the coolest spring colors, you can get real creative then have a personalized sweet treat to chow down on!

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Moser Roth Easter Chocolate Truffle Eggs

This is not your ordinary dozen of eggs – these truffles that span stunning flavors like strawberry rhubarb, raspberry cream, lemon mousse, chocolate mousse, and sea salt caramel make a very bougie Easter dessert for just $4! Each one is decorated differently, so they'll look great once you spread 'em out on a themed charcuterie board or dessert plate.

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Southern Grove Easter Springtime Trail Mix

This super-sweet trail mix leans into the Easter spirit with plenty of chocolate pieces and salty components. It boasts a nice and balanced flavor profile that you can totally enjoy leading up to Easter Sunday yourself or simply sprinkle into your loved ones' Easter baskets!

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Emporium Selection Raspberry & White Chocolate Wensleydale Cheese

We've never been more convinced to try a 'sweet' cheese before, but this egg-shaped one from Aldi looks pretty dang good. According to the grocer, it's infused with raspberries and white chocolate for a "burst of sweetness in every bite." They recommend eating it with crackers, cured meats, and dried fruits, so it'd be a stunning Easter basket stuffer for the charcuterie fanatic in your life or a unique addition to your own snacky plans!

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Clancy's Carrot Cake Flavored Kettle Corn

Kettle corn is already so freakin' yummy, but when you work in a carrot cake flavor, it gets even better. Plus, it's undeniably seasonal for Eastertime – any snack lover will definitely go nuts for this Aldi find (us included)!

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Annie's Springtime Yummy Bunnies & Cheddar Pasta

Mac and cheese can totally be an Easter treat, and this $1.44 box proves it! Souped up with 4 fun themed pasta shapes and a flavorful cheese sauce made without artificial flavors and colors, the whole fam will enjoy eating this for lunch or dinner as we approach Easter Sunday.

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Merci Easter European Chocolates

Filled with the "finest assortment" of European chocolates, this Easter-themed box of goodies contains 20 chocolatey, snackable sticks fixed with 8 standout flavors, like hazelnut almond and marzipan. We recommend handing out a few of 'em per each Easter basket you're putting together so everyone gets a taste!

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Baker's Corner Carrot Cake Pancake Mix

Easter brunch is calling! Now you can have a fancy feast right at home (and for way less $ than your average brunch spot) with this $4carrot cake-flavored pancake mix. We're drooling already! This would make an epic Easter basket stuffer alongside a cute Easter-themed spatula set and a bottle of maple syrup.

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Emily Henry not only new pops books year after year, but she also has a knack for frequently announcing exciting book adaptations, too! From launching Funny Story(already love it) to news of the Beach Read movie (crossing our fingers for a Ayo Edibiri and Paul Mescal announcement any day now), EmHen's had a busy year — and it just got even busier.

After Henry announced the news herself on her email newsletter, "Emily's Grocery List,"Deadline confirmed that Netflix is in the process of adapting Happy Place. We've got the scoop on everything you should know about the newest Emily Henry adaption!

Here's everything we know about Emily Henry's Happy Place show, coming to Netflix soon.

Who's in the Happy Place cast?

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While we don't have a confirmed cast yet, we're not-so-patiently waiting patiently to see who's attached to this adaption. And there's one star Emily Henry would love to see in the movie.

"For Harriet in Happy Place, I think Eve Hewson would be wonderful," the author told People. "And usually, when I am thinking of casting, I'm not actually thinking of someone who looks like that person. I'm just thinking of someone who has that same vibe. But she actually does look more or less how Harriet is in my head."

Where can I watch Happy Place?

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We don't have an official Happy Place release date yet, but the series will be available to stream on Netflix.

What is Happy Place about?

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The Happy Place plot follows a couple, Harriet and Wyn, as they navigate their broken relationship. The stories winds over the course of many years: as friends, lovers, fiancées, and now...whatever they are. Every summer, they go to the beach house with their closest friends, but this year they set out for one last hurrah before the beach house is sold.

Their whole friend group thinks they're still together, so they pretend to be together just for a short while just to enjoy one last summer all together. Only...it's harder than you think to pretend you're not in love with someone when you are, in fact, still in love.

Is Happy Place being adapted for the screen?

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Emily Henry officially confirmed that Happy Place is being adapted for Netflix. The author wrote in her email newsletter, "Happy Place is going to be a series on Netflix! I’ve been dying to tell you about it forever, and there’s actually A LOT more to share very soon, but since this little bit of news leaked today, I wanted to be the one to FORMALLY tell you."

She goes on to say she's thrilled about the series and even more excited that they've allowed her to be closely involved in the project, so that it can live up to her, and the readers', dream and vision for the book! She said that she wants to make it a series that the fans will love and be happy with. We couldn't be more excited to hear that!

Is Happy Place by Emily Henry going to be a series?

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Happy Place will be made into a TV series with Netflix! This is great news, because it works better for the plot for the project to cover multiple episodes. The book has quite a long storyline that develops over many years and many summers in the lives of the main characters, so with flashbacks, it will require more time to delve into their stories.

This makes me so excited as a fan, because I believe this allows them the time to do the story justice, and really develop the relationship and chemistry between the two main characters, Harriet and Wyn, as well as the supporting characters also in the book.

Who's producing Netflix's Happy Place show?

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The series will be produced by Netflix and Jennifer Lopez’s Nuyorican production company. This announcement follows multiple deals between Lopez and Netflix, including their latest release of Atlas, which garnered over 72 million views! Plus, JLo is a certifiable rom-com queen, so we know EmHen will be in the best of hands with her!

Who's the showrunner for the Happy Place show?

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We can't escape the world of Bridgerton because one of the show's Co-Executive Producers — Leila Cohan — is attached to the Happy Place TV show! She'll be the showrunner and co-writer for the series which means fans of Emily Henry's fun rom-com are in for a treat (via Deadline).

Are there other Emily Henry book adaptations being made?

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Beach Read, a beloved Henry best-seller, is being made into a movie! Fans continue to speculate that Paul Mescal and Ayo Edibiri will star in it, especially after Henry said they would be amazing for the roles. Even Paul told Awards Watch he wants to do a romcom with Ayo...so, it's basically meant to be!

People We Meet On Vacationis also getting the movie treatment. The cast will be led by Tom Blyth and Emily Baer, and incredible author, screenplay writer, and rom-com lover Yulin Kuang is set to adapt the script, so that's bound to be a fabulous match!

Finally, we're getting a movie for Book Lovers. According to Us! Weekly, some fans think this is the movie for Ayo and Paul, but we're not convinced. Definitely keeping our eye out for who is cast, though!

We're so excited for the many Emily Henry projects in the works, and pending for the future. Emily Henry said at the end of her newsletter, "I cannot WAIT to tell you more, about this project and others, right here on my grocery list just as soon I’m given the green light. For now, though, I’m back to working on [REDACTED]. Happy reading, my friends."

Yikes, I'm scared and excited all at once, because she has taken over my life. Stay tuned her for further updates on her upcoming projects!

Who do you want to see in the Happy Place series? Follow us on Facebook for more pop culture news, and read This Excerpt Of Emily Henry's Great Big Beautiful Life before the book launches on April 22, 2025.

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While the thrill of waking up on Easter and searching for colorful eggs might feel timeless as a kid, the annual tradition can start to become a little predictable as time goes on (and your children get older).

So, if you want to shake things up this year, skip the same old routine and surprise your family with twists they won't see coming. Here are some creative Easter egg hunt ideas that will make the holiday extra memorable and keep everyone more engaged.

Scroll to see the unique Easter egg hunt ideas you need to try in 2025!

1. "ABCs" Egg Hunt

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First, if you have younger ones, you can turn your Easter egg hunt into a learning experience with an added playful challenge. All you have to do is hide 26 eggs, each of which is labeled with a different letter.

Then, give your kiddo a checklist to mark off each letter as they find it. Not only will this activity help you actually remember how many eggs you hide this year, but it'll reinforce letter recognition in a fun, hands-on way. As an extra bonus, you can even tuck a small prize inside the eggs to match their corresponding letters!

2. Color-Coded Egg Hunt

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Now, if you have multiple children who battle to find all the Easter eggs each year, then you know that things can get chaotic and tense. To say goodbye to sibling squabbles, simply assign each kid a specific egg color and matching basket.

If you have two sons, for instance, hide 20 green eggs and 20 blue eggs. They'll know exactly which eggs to search for, and everything will be kept fair since they'll each get to find the same number.

3. Glow In The Dark Hunt

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There's obviously more to Easter than just the fun of egg-hunting. Nonetheless, for kids, it's often the most looked-forward-to portion of the day, and once it's over, it can be hard to keep them entertained or invested in the celebration.

But with a glow-in-the-dark Easter egg hunt, you can delay that! Just wait until the sun goes down to host a nighttime version of the tradition with the help of glow-in-the-dark paint or glow sticks inside plastic eggs. Your children will be looking forward to it all day (and probably stay on their best behavior as they wait to participate).

4. Advent Calendar Hunt

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To extend the Easter fun even further, remember that you don't have to limit the festivities to just one day. Instead, spread the joy out with an Easter-themed countdown hunt!

Every day during the week leading up to Easter, hide one egg or goody bag that's filled with treats or tiny surprises. It will build anticipation in an adorable way that gets your kiddos super excited.

5. Traditional Egg Hunt: Simon Says Edition

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Growing up, your family might've always put little chocolates or coins inside your Easter eggs. To infuse the tradition with some more action, consider including "Simon Says" and call it "Easter Bunny Says!"

Just place a piece of paper inside each egg that contains a fun instruction, such as "hop like a bunny" or "spin in a circle three times." It's a great way to keep the giggles going and expel some extra energy before the sugar craze hits.

6. Scavenger Hunt

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For older kids (or even adults), take your Easter egg hunt up a notch by turning it into a scavenger hunt. Depending on where you're planning the hunt, like inside your home or in the backyard, come up with clues and riddles that correspond with hiding spots in that location.

It adds a puzzle-solving element that can be adapted for tweens, teens, and, again, the older folks who still want to get in on the fun.

7. Reward Hunt

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Another smart idea to sweeten the whole deal is turning your Easter egg hunt into a mini reward system. Alongside the typical candy, tuck in notes that offer fun perks, like extra bedtime stories, a chore pass, or even a screen time coupon.

8. Easter Egg & Balloon Hunt

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Finally, if you have a baby or toddler who isn't quite ready to participate in the conventional Easter egg hunt, all you have to do is incorporate some balloons to make the activity easier.

First, fill up some helium balloons and tie a chocolate egg to the bottom of each string. Then, you can let them bop around your home or backyard, serving as straightforward markers for your little ones to spot. Not to mention, what kid doesn't love a balloon?!

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Vacation season is swiftly approaching, which means it’s finally time to dust off your favorite swimsuits! If your current lineup is craving a refresh, though, let it be known that the perfect place to shop for cute, colorful, and comfy swim styles is none other than Anthropologie! We scrolled through their entire swim collection and found 11 stunning swimsuits you can easily rock with confidence on a tropical getaway or pool day this year.

Shop our 11 favorite Anthropologie swimsuits for spring and summer 2025 below!

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Capittana Stephanie Vichy Fruits Bikini Top

This fruity bikini top covered in an ever-trendy gingham pattern was made to be seen at the beach or poolside.

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LSPACE Kyslee Cutout One-Piece Swimsuit

With two cheeky cutouts in the front and back, this style takes your typical black one-piece and jazzes it up perfectly – all while still retaining its modesty! You could easily style this as a bodysuit with some white linen pants, too!

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Seafolly Beach Bound Ring Front Bandeau One-Piece Swimsuit

This swimmie is so Audrey Hepburn-coded, thanks to the minimal black and white color palette and contrasting trim details. It can be worn with or without the straps since they're detachable.

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Andie x Sunshine Tienda One-Piece Swimsuit

Hello, color! We adore this striped one-piece because it makes a statement all on its own and really embraces the lively energy of good old summertime.

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Citrine Swim Luna One-Piece Swimsuit

If you're headed to the beach this year, this design dotted with little palm trees is quite literally the perfect fit – not only for the beachy vibes, but on your body, too! The chic straight neckline is super flattering, while the backside boasts a playful crossed tie to secure its fit.

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Damson Madder Jezebel Bikini Top

Gingham is still super huge, even in the swimsuit world. This simple bandeau bikini top and ruched bottoms supply such a great amount of coverage, while still highlighting flirty details like the keyholes on the sides.

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Hutch Rosanna One-Piece Swimsuit

The side ruching brought up by an easily-accessible drawstring makes this one-piece suit extremely flattering. It hugs your curves in all the best ways, plus you can secure the top half with a similar drawstring – and a keyhole for extra style points!

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Agua Bendita Mariel One-Piece Swmsuit

This feminine swimsuit design will certainly turn heads this summer, plus it photographs beautifully, so you can ensure you walk away from vacay with some stunning Instagram pics!

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Beach Riot Joyce Cutout One-Piece Swimsuit

The bold color-blocking on this one-piece swimmie feels retro to a tee, though the pastel palette gives it a subtle modern spin for repeated wear this spring and summer!

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Seafolly Slide Bikini Top

This frilly number will inspire the utmost confidence no matter where you wear it. Plus, the top ties conveniently in the back for the perfect fit every time.

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Malai Bandeau Halter Bikini Top

Covered in seashell motifs, this bikini is right on-theme for any beach trip. The halter fit and o-ring design are both timeless and fresh, plus we adore that the bottoms in this set are high-waisted and hug the bod in!

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Grocery shopping nowadays has practically become an extreme budgeting sport. Between inflation, added tariffs, and supply chain issues, many households have begun visiting multiple stores each week to score the best deals and rethinking their usual grocery lists altogether.

However, there is some good news: with a few smart food swaps, you can still eat well without blowing your budget. Here are the simple changes you can make to save at the store without sacrificing taste or nutrition.

Scroll to see the simple swaps you can make to lower your grocery bill amid inflation and tariffs!

1. Chicken

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Chicken remains one of the more affordable meat options, yet prices have still crept up steadily over the past few years. For instance, in 2019, shoppers paid an average of $1.47 per pound of fresh whole chicken. By the tail end of 2024, this increased to $2.06 per pound.

If chicken breast has been your go-to, you can try swapping it with thighs or drumsticks. These cuts are both more affordable and often more flavorful than white meat.

Or, for even bigger savings, consider buying a whole chicken. It's usually cheaper per pound and offers multiple meals' worth of meat once butchered. Save the carcass to make chicken stock, too!

2. Milk

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If you're a family that goes through multiple gallons of milk per week, you've probably felt the strain of rising dairy prices. Five years ago, one gallon of whole milk cost an average of $2.91; meanwhile, at the end of last year, the average price rose to $4.10.

This surge means it's worth looking into alternatives. Shelf-stable dairy and non-dairy milks, such as oat, almond, or soy, can often be found in bulk at lower prices. Not to mention, they tend to last longer, helping you cut down on food waste.

3. Eggs

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Eggs used to be a cheaper protein staple, but today, they're pricier than ever. The easiest way to decrease your spending on eggs each week is by trying egg substitutes, such as Egg Replacer.

Or, if you are baking, consider swapping eggs out for applesauce, mashed banana, or flaxseed mixed with water in your recipes, all of which can replicate the binding properties of eggs.

4. Coffee

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Those of us who are fueled by caffeine are also feeling the pain. Making coffee at home instead of visiting Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts used to be a foolproof way to lower spending. Now, even brewing a cup of Joe at home is getting quite expensive, particularly if you rely on single-serve pods.

To save, start buying ground coffee in bulk or switching to whole beans. You can also mix your coffee with creamer to stretch your supply or replace it with instant coffee, which may be more affordable over time.

5. Bread

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Whether you prefer white or wheat, the prices of both kinds of bread have increased. In order to cut back, you can begin baking your own loaves at home. It's actually a lot easier than it sounds and much cheaper in the long run.

Otherwise, if baking's not your thing, you can buy bread in bulk and freeze the extras to avoid any mid-week grocery store runs or waste. Using rice, potatoes, or tortillas in place of traditional bread is another way to lower the price of your meals.

6. Garlic

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Garlic is a kitchen staple, and many people agree that you can never have enough. Unfortunately, though, a lot of the garlic we buy in the United States is imported from China, meaning prices may soon go up due to tariffs.

For a cost-effective swap, you can try using garlic-infused olive oil, which adds the same flavor and lasts longer, or substitute leeks, onions, or shelf-stable garlic powder.

7. Avocados

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Not only are avocados expensive, but they're rarely sold ripe and ready-to-eat in supermarkets. So, if you buy them in advance and accidentally miss their ripeness window, you may wind up wasting a pretty pricey piece of produce.

Mashed chickpeas, seasoned edamame, or even hummus can serve as a creamy, versatile substitute in sandwiches and bowls. They're typically cheaper, have a similar texture, and are still nutritious.

8. Sugar

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Last but not least, it's time to think outside the box if you have a sweet tooth due to the climbing costs of sugar, particularly bulk and imported varieties. You can turn to natural sweeteners like mashed bananas, applesauce, or even maple syrup, which work well in baking, sauces, and drinks.

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