Foodness Gracious - Week 90

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Recipes

Let’s be honest: restaurant margaritas often come with too much sugar, not enough tequila, and a price tag that makes you question your life choices. That’s why we’re raising a glass (from home!) to something far better — this week’s Blood Orange Margarita with Rosemary. It’s beautiful, bold, and shockingly simple.

The first thing you’ll notice is that color — that brilliant, ruby hue of fresh blood orange juice that looks like summer poured itself into a cocktail shaker. Add a sprig of rosemary, and suddenly your casual Thursday happy hour feels like a five-star vacation. It’s the kind of drink that makes your guests say, “Wait... you made this?”

What makes it even better? It’s built on a base of just four classic ingredients: tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and blood orange juice. No syrups. No store-bought shortcuts. Just balance, brightness, and that herbaceous little rosemary twist that elevates the whole thing from “nice” to next-level.

We love that this margarita feels fancy without being fussy. If you’ve got five minutes, some ice, and a halfway-decent playlist, you’re ready for magic. Whether you’re impressing friends or just sipping solo on the patio, this one’s your new go-to.

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Whether you’re crushing ice for margaritas or blending up your morning smoothie, the Ninja Professional Blender doesn’t just blend—it obliterates. With a 72-ounce pitcher and three precision modes (smoothies, frozen drinks, ice cream), this thing is like the Swiss Army knife of your countertop.

You’ll love how quickly it powers through frozen fruit, ice cubes, and even herbs—yes, you can toss that rosemary sprig right in. Frozen cocktails in 30 seconds? Don’t mind if we do.

Plus, cleanup is a breeze. The pitcher rinses out quickly, the blades pop free easily, and it doesn’t take up much more space than your average coffee maker. Big results. Small hassle.

Bottom line? It’s time your kitchen got a blender worthy of your skills. Your old appliance deserves retirement—and your new recipes deserve Ninja-level power.

Be sure to check out all of our home kitchen product reviews!

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Responsibility

If you’ve ever snapped a pic of a dish and thought, “I should really post this somewhere,” this week’s article is your permission slip. Whether you’re dreaming of a blog, Instagram account, or full-on personal brand, there’s never been a better time to start sharing your kitchen creations with the world.

This isn’t about going viral (though hey, that’s fun too). It’s about making a cozy little corner of the internet that’s yours. We'll walk you through the basics of starting a simple recipe website and how to find your voice online—even if you’re not tech-savvy.

Spoiler: there's plenty of room at the table. So click through and learn how to turn your kitchen hobby into something bigger. You might even discover some digital cooking tools you didn’t know existed.

Learn more online at Foodness Gracious in our Responsibility section.

Foodness Fun - Trivia

When it comes to margaritas, everyone has an opinion—and we want to hear yours.

Do you love the salty tang that balances the sweet? Or are you firmly in the sugar-rimmed camp? Maybe you’re a purist who skips the rim altogether (we see you). This week’s poll is your chance to weigh in on the great debate of salt vs. sugar vs. none.

Cast your vote and see how your margarita style stacks up with other home chefs!