Lexi Dwyer

Lexi Dwyer is a freelance lifestyle writer, editor and content strategist with nearly two decades of experience. For more than a decade, she's worked as a freelance writer and editor across several Dotdash Meredith brands.
This dried, licorice-like seasoning might be a bit under the radar, but it's distinctively flavorful and has health benefits to boot.
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With its crisp texture, feathery fronds and faint anise flavor, this nutritious bulb will perk up salads, side dishes and entrées. Learn more about fennel vs anise, how to cook fennel and about the vegetable's health benefits.
Blowout celebrations can't happen right now. But whether you're planning for yourself or a loved one, a bit of thoughtfulness, creativity and a little help from technology can make the big day one to remember.
Color isn't the only thing that separates this unusual ingredient from the typical white cloves. Here's how to incorporate it into your meals with delicious, umami-heavy results.
Also known as wild leeks, these onion family members are prized by cooks for their complex flavor. They're only available for a fleeting period during spring—here's how to make the most of them.
These delicious, grassy-tasting harbingers of spring have a short season, so grab a bag at the farmers' market while you can.
Learn more about why these two foods have an unusual relationship—and what you can do about it.
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Don't have cream of tartar handy? No need to freak out—these swaps will save your meringues, mousses and cookies.
Making mashed potatoes or gratin for a crowd? You can clean, peel, and cut them in advance, saving time and stress.
Learn more about why these two foods have an unusual relationship—and what you can do about it.
Don't have cream of tartar handy? No need to freak out—these swaps will save your meringues, mousses and cookies.
Making mashed potatoes or gratin for a crowd? You can clean, peel, and cut them in advance, saving time and stress.
More than just smaller versions of onions, shallots have a taste and flavor profile all their own