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Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten’s Simple Trick for Delicious Summer Shrimp Salad

Ina Garten has the perfect trick for flavorful shrimp in her delicious summer shrimp salad. The Barefoot Contessa's roasted shrimp salad is oven roasted rather than boiled then combined with a mayonnaise-based sauce, tossing with onion, dill, and capers for a quick and easy salad.

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‘The Office’: Steve Carell Gave Everyone an Expensive Gift When He Left the Show

When Steve Carell left The Office, he gave everyone in the cast a Rolex watch and Kate Flannery says it's a reminder of Carell and the amazing experience they all had on the show. Oscar Nunez said it felt like the show ended when Carell left.

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‘Barefoot Contessa’: Ina Garten’s Favorite ‘Go-To’ Pasta Recipe Is a ‘Really Fast but Incredibly Special Dinner’

Ina Garten shares her fast and easy weeknight pasta dish that's her go-to recipe for something quick but still special. The Barefoot Contessa star demonstrated how to make the 10 minute meal, which can be scaled to serve a crowd when entertaining guests. Garten claims 'people go crazy' for the tagliarelle with truffle butter recipe.

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‘Barefoot Contessa’ Ina Garten Finally Revealed Why She Has Ramen in Her Pantry: Fans Found It ‘So Shocking’

Ina Garten fans couldn't believe the Barefoot Contessa star had ramen noodles in her pantry but she has a good reason. In an interview with Oprah Daily, Garten revealed she was surprised that people found it shocking but said she has it for a ramen chicken noodle soup recipe.

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‘The Office’: Jenna Fischer Said This Michael Scott Moment ‘Broke My Heart’

Jenna Fischer revealed that this sweet Michael Scott moment on The Office broker her heart. During an episode of the Office Ladies podcast, Fischer shared that the Michael's reaction to Holly putting her hand on Michael's arm was very sweet and touching because he was so excited about the interaction.

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‘The Office’: The Father of Jan Levinson’s Baby Is Finally Revealed — and He’s Famous

During the Office Ladies podcast, hosts Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey revealed the identity of Jan Levinson's baby's father. Though it's not in a deleted scene, it is part of a shooting draft script from the show and Kinsey and Fischer explained the dialogue that revealed tennis player Andy Roddick is the father.

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‘Barefoot Contessa’: Ina Garten’s Lengthy Process for Developing a Cookbook Recipe Can Take Years

Ina Garten doubted her ability to create more cookbooks after her first one, but discovered where to find inspiration to write more. Garten shared her creative process with Oprah Daily and she has an amazing attention to detail that helps people with little cooking experience.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s Mother of the Bride Dress Has a Hilarious ‘Real Housewives of New York’ Connection

Ree Drummond revealed the hilarious reason she said The Real Housewives of New York were responsible for her mother of the bride dress. The Pioneer Woman star shared the details of the dress she wore to her daughter Alex's wedding and the connection to RHONY.

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‘Barefoot Contessa’ Ina Garten’s Shrimp Scampi Recipe Is a Perfect Pasta Dish That Only Takes 10 Minutes

Ina Garten's linguine with shrimp scampi recipe is a quick lunch or dinner that can be made in less than 10 minutes. Garten shares the tricks to making this flavorful and easy shrimp pasta recipe, such as adding the linguine into the sauce in the final minutes of cooking to best absorb the sauce's flavor.

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‘Barefoot Contessa’ Ina Garten Learned 1 Easy Kitchen Trick 40 Years Ago: ‘It’s the Best Smell in the World’

Ina Garten said her homemade pantry staple has 'the best smell in the world.' The Barefoot Contessa star revealed how she learned the trick to making her own vanilla and how it's one of her favorite ingredients that she uses all the time. Garten demonstrates how to make homemade vanilla.

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‘The Office’: Jenna Fischer Said They Were ‘Spoiled’ on the Show and Had Steve Carell to Thank for It

Jenna Fischer said the cast and crew of The Office were spoiled, in part thanks to Steve Carell. Carell valued time with his family and the show's work hours afforded him and everyone who worked on The Office that time. Fischer didn't find that to be the case with jobs she had after The Office.

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‘Barefoot Contessa’: Ina Garten’s Quick and Easy Pasta Recipe Is the Perfect Weeknight Dinner

Ina Garten has taken a classic Italian recipe and made it an easy weeknight meal that can be ready in under 30 minutes. Garten explains how to make pasta bolognese when you're short on time, with all the flavorful ingredients you'd expect in the sauce but much quicker than simmering it for hours.

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‘Barefoot Contessa’: Ina Garten Said She Always Keeps These Favorite Go-To Ingredients on Her Kitchen Counter

Ina Garten has an easy trick for storing her most used ingredients. She keeps them at arm's length on her countertop, she told Oprah Daily. She puts lemons, onion, and garlic in bowls on the counter because she often uses these favorite ingredients in her recipe.

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Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten’s Quick Appetizer Takes Less Than 10 Minutes and Is Always a Crowd-Pleaser

Ina Garten has a simple appetizer recipe that's ready in under 10 minutes and is always a hit. Garten's recipe for baked fontina is as easy as combining cheese and a handful of ingredients, placing it under a broiler to melt it, and serving it in the cast iron skillet it's baked in.

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‘The Office’: 1 Star Felt Like the Show ‘Was Over’ When Steve Carell Left

When Steve Carell left The Office, one of his co-stars, Oscar Nunez felt like the show was over in a sense. The show continued for two more seasons successfully, but Nunez said it was like doing another show without Carell, with a new boss and new people.

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Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten’s Favorite Recipe Is the ‘Simplest’ Dessert: It ‘Looks Really Complicated’ but Is ‘So Easy’

Ina Garten's favorite recipe is an easy and delicious French apple tart, which she explained is 'very special' to her. The Barefoot Contessa star told Oprah Daily where the recipe originated and why she holds it close to her heart. Garten shares her tips for making the beautiful French apple tart recipe.

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Barefoot Contessa: Ina Garten’s Easy Trick for Storing Awkward Items in the Kitchen

Ina Garten knows how to utilize her kitchen space for maximum efficiency, organizing everything perfectly so there's never clutter. The Barefoot Contessa star shared her easy trick to store awkward items like big cutting boards, racks, and oversized sheet pans without stacking them in a cabinet. She simply uses a big basket for them.

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‘The Office’: This Jim and Pam Moment Was an ‘Agonizing Decision,’ According to Creator Greg Daniels

The Office creator and executive producer Greg Daniels said there was one decision for Jim and Pam's proposal that was 'agonizing' for him. Daniels reflects on the proposal scene and whether it was better to hear the dialogue or not. The producers, set design, and sound people recalled how late the final decision was made.

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‘Barefoot Contessa’ Ina Garten’s Delicious Corn Side Dish Is Just 2 Ingredients

Ina Garten has an easy summertime side dish recipe that has only two ingredients but is an absolute game changer. The Barefoot Contessa star sautés fresh corn in butter and seasons it with salt and pepper for the easiest crowd-pleasing recipe. Garten shares her trick for easily cutting kernels off of corn on the cob.

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‘The Office’: Creator Greg Daniels Told the Cast Exactly How to Feel About Steve Carell Leaving

When Steve Carell left The Office, it was an emotional time for the cast and crew. Getting through his final episode, 'Goodbye Michael' was especially hard for everyone because emotions were high but creator Greg Daniels knew he had to get people to stay on track so they could get through filming.