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A tangy cabbage slaw topping balances the richness of the fried shrimp, and then lime, hot sauce, and sliced scallions seal the deal.

When money is in short supply due to pay inequalities, inaccessible healthcare, and rising costs of living, financial awareness becomes more of a survival tactic than a money habit. Putting off dealing with your financial fears and stresses? That’s a luxury that broke people simply don’t have. And while the necessity of scrimping and saving does become burdensome (it’s exhausting, and definitely takes a toll on your physical and mental health), there is a silver lining: Being forced to think about money constantly means you naturally become…very good at thinking about money....

Best Black Friday Home Organization Deals: Customer-loved kitchen organizers like this Copco spice rack that’s gained over 25,000 five-star ratings and this Rubbermaid pantry organizer set are both marked down during Black Friday. Shoppers love the container set because it streamlines their pantry and keeps dried food fresh much longer than in their original packages. If your closet could use an organizational boost, consider these deals on this four-tier shoe rack and a set of 12 collapsible drawer organizers that keep even the smallest items in one place—think underwear, socks, and accessories....

Blackberry Nutritional Benefits Vitamin C “Blackberries are loaded with vitamin C, which helps to strengthen your immune system and keep your skin looking plump and fresh,” says Brigitte Zeitlin, a New York City-based registered dietitian and founder of BZ Nutrition. “They are also high in manganese, which works to keep your bones strong and healthy.” Antioxidants Berries, including blackberries, are high in free-radical-fighting antioxidants. Blackberries, in particular, contain anthocyanins, which have antioxidative, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties....

Bormioli Rocco Essential Decor Glassware, Set of 12 Mini 7.5-Ounce Drinking Glasses To buy: $20 (was $25); amazon.com Despite my affinity for collecting glassware, these universal sets get by far the most use. They are in constant rotation around the house, where they’ve brushed off countless fumbles onto the hardwood and slippery handwashes in the porcelain sink. In the five years that I’ve had them, only one or two didn’t make it, which must be some kind of a record....

How so, you ask? By serving us breakfast with a side of—wait for it—banana peel bacon. This recipe is exactly what it sounds (and looks) like: raw banana peels that have been marinated in a mixture of vegan Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, garlic, onion powder, and other common barbecue-adjacent seasonings, and then seared in a hot pan until crisp, dark, and (his words, not mine) “pruny.” How Banana Peel Bacon Came to Be Hunter credits Tabitha Brown, the extraordinary vegan TikTok host with a cult following, for giving him the idea to develop his waste-free recipe....

The ingredients? Chai and Irish cream. (You can buy both at Trader Joe’s.) In many ways, this hot beverage tastes like a relative of a honeyed, milky chai, or even a relative of chai latte. But it is different, taken by Irish cream (the liqueur) to a surprising place. The drink is chai seen through the heat-fogged window of a Galway pub at night. You get all the spiciness of chai, the warming flavors like ginger, cloves, and cardamom....

Watermelon radishes, which are available from late fall through spring, add a gorgeous pop of color and make the dish look stunning. They should be firm, free of blemishes, and feel heavy for their size. If you can’t find them, regular radishes have a comparable flavor.

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Time to get it under control! Start by recycling your mismatched items (Rubbermaid has its own recycling program) and upgrading to a cohesive set of containers, to help minimize the mess. Then, consider one of three ways to organize—stack and store all the same-sized lids or containers together, store the lids and containers married together, or sort the pieces into bins to help corral them. Whichever way you do it, it’ll make it so much easier to find the right size container for the job—and the lid you need to finish it....

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P.S. Though gnocchi is potato-based, most are not gluten-free. Check the packaging if you’re cooking for someone with a gluten sensitivity, or substitute with cauliflower gnocchi for a gluten-free and keto-friendly dish.

To buy: $38 with coupon (was $40); amazon.com. The backpack tote is made with durable nylon that’s weather-resistant and easily wipes clean. Plus, it has a stylish soft faux leather bottom that adds dimension, giving it an elevated look for work or drinks. The aforementioned band even has a small zipper area to store your subway pass or ID. The bag has a laptop sleeve that can be secured with a strap, as well as multiple pockets for every essential, including two front zipped pockets, one with a hook-and-loop closure, and two pouches on the side for your coffee or umbrella....