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food eaten or prepared for eating at one time
all she wants to do is sit quietly after the large Thanksgiving meal
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But as recipes like Lobster Mac and Cheese Casserole and Macaroni and Cheese with Cashew Cream and Broccoli prove, kids at heart (aka adults like us) can—and should—certainly enjoy mac meals, too.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2025
Another standout feature is the full-service galley, which allows for gourmet meals prepared onboard.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
With this recipe up her sleeve and in her freezer, yummy dinner rolls will delight for many meals to come.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
Lad's top tips for getting rid of flu included making a soothing chicken soup, adding a few slices of fresh garlic to meals and enjoying a warm cup of chamomile tea.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
As for their vacation in Barbados, much of their time was spent by the water, with photos showing off a fresh fish catch, surfing moments and meals together.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Many fitness influencers share detailed videos of their meals and snacks, often including calorie counts and protein breakdowns.
—Talya Minsberg, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
We were given the address of a hotel and told we would be reimbursed for it, as well as transportation and meals, according to European air passenger protections.
—Seth Kugel, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
When flights are delayed three hours or more, European law requires carriers to compensate passengers at least 250 euros each, in addition to paying for meals, transportation and lodging.
—Seth Kugel, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2025
Another standout feature is the full-service galley, which allows for gourmet meals prepared onboard.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
With this recipe up her sleeve and in her freezer, yummy dinner rolls will delight for many meals to come.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
Lad's top tips for getting rid of flu included making a soothing chicken soup, adding a few slices of fresh garlic to meals and enjoying a warm cup of chamomile tea.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
As for their vacation in Barbados, much of their time was spent by the water, with photos showing off a fresh fish catch, surfing moments and meals together.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Many fitness influencers share detailed videos of their meals and snacks, often including calorie counts and protein breakdowns.
—Talya Minsberg, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
We were given the address of a hotel and told we would be reimbursed for it, as well as transportation and meals, according to European air passenger protections.
—Seth Kugel, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
When flights are delayed three hours or more, European law requires carriers to compensate passengers at least 250 euros each, in addition to paying for meals, transportation and lodging.
—Seth Kugel, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Meals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meals. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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