Articles filed under Washington Post
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Pixar's 'Soul' has plenty of visual razzle-dazzle, and a convoluted, existential plotDec 25, 2020 5:00 am - “Soul” - ★ ★ ½ The visual details, humanism and weighty themes sent aloft with gossamer lightness that add up to “that Pixar touch” are in abundant supply in “Soul...
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Stories that capture the spirit of the seasonDec 24, 2020 5:00 am - Every year about this time I read - or listen to someone else read aloud - the beautiful second chapter of the Gospel of St. Luke: “And it came to pass in those days tha...
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The answer to 'Mommy, can I cook with you?' is banana pancakesDec 23, 2020 5:00 am - Let's be honest. For many modern mothers, dinnertime has long veered away from food on the table at 6 p.m. with everyone gathered. Until the shock of the novel coronavir...
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A 'Great British Bake Off' winner creates an easy, pretty make-ahead breakfast for busy daysDec 23, 2020 5:00 am - A 'Great British Bake Off' winner creates an easy, pretty make-ahead breakfast for busy days
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How to make crispy, golden potatoes, every timeDec 23, 2020 5:00 am - A platter of crispy potatoes appeals to all of the senses. That enticing golden color. The texture and sound of the crunch. The smell. The way the crackling crust gives ...
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Ina Garten's spicy fra diavolo sauce gives a bowl of shrimp and linguine a delightful kickDec 23, 2020 5:00 am - Do you ever reach for jarred sauce? I do from time to time, especially on weeknights. Quality ones are made with a short list of fresh-tasting, flavorful ingredients, bu...
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How to make dal makhani, the most luxurious and creamy dal of allDec 23, 2020 5:00 am - Why is dal makhani so beloved? To Nik Sharma, author of the gorgeous new book "The Flavor Equation," it comes down to one thing. "It's such a comforting texture," says S...
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The best Christmas gift you can give: Wear a mask, fend off COVID-19 risksDec 21, 2020 6:00 am - Dec. 25 is my favorite day of every year. Since the beginning of my medical training, I have spent every Christmas with my family and, fortunately, never within the wall...
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What science says about high-intensity training and belly fatDec 21, 2020 5:00 am - Whether you consider a six-pack a goal or a beverage is beside the point when it comes to extra fat at your waistline. Abdominal adiposity — excess stomach fat — is asso...
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A gift guide for the fans of science fiction, fantasy and horror books in your lifeDec 21, 2020 5:00 am - It's that time of the year when the nights grow long, the air grows cold, the festive lights are up and the year's best books lists are sprouting like mushrooms after th...