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Once you've secured your filet mignon, how do you make that tender, juicy meat taste even better? According to Eat This, Not That!, it's all in the seasonings and basting you do during the preparation of the meat.
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Here's Why Brussels Sprouts Smell So Strange
Brussels sprouts have been the butt of jokes forever. Kids notoriously hate them, while well-meaning parents continue to serve them for dinner. Most can agree that Brussels sprouts are good for you, but they also emit a weird aroma. What's with the smell? -
What Are Cornichons And What Do They Taste Like?
Cornichon are tiny gherkins, that can help break through the monotony of many dishes with a bit of tart and sweet action. -
Here's How Much It Really Costs To Open A Hardee's Franchise
Hardee's is known for selling innovative menu items. But, what should potential franchisees know before they're sold on opening a new location? -
The Surprising Reason You Shouldn't Eat Too Much Cheddar Cheese
Cheddar packs a little something extra that may cause you to think twice when grabbing that extra slice. Salt. Quite a bit of it, actually. -
Myths About Italian Food You Can Stop Believing
In Italy, you will not find spaghetti and meatballs, chicken Parmesan, or fettuccine alfredo. These are all Americanized versions of Italian food. -
Here's How Much It Really Costs To Open An Arby's Franchise
Arby's is one of America's favorite fast-food sandwich chains. They "have the meats," as they say. Here's how much it really costs to open an Arby's franchise. -
This Is The Most Profitable Restaurant Franchise You Could Own
There are many reasons entrepreneurs become franchisees instead of starting their own restaurant from scratch, like guaranteed business assistance, an established name, and, in theory, higher profits. But with so many restaurant franchises to choose from, which one is the most profitable? -
Aldi's New Bottled Water Has A Surprising Secret Ingredient
What if you could save time, and combine the caffeine kick you crave from coffee with a refreshing bottle of water? Aldi is granting your wish. -
Here's How To Tell If A Lobster Is Actually Fresh
There's really no bad way to eat a lobster. There is a way to ruin a lobster meal, though: use lobster that's not fresh. -
You'll Get Plumper Hot Dogs From The Grill With This Secret Trick
On those hot, sunny days, when all you want to do is sink your teeth into a perfectly grilled, mustard-topped hot dog, you know just what to do to make those dogs fat and juicy. Wait, what? There's a trick to making hot dogs plumper? Yes! -
Chick-Fil-A Has Sad News For Mango Lemonade And Peach Milkshake Fans
Chick-fil-A is not wasting any time closing the door on summer. Out with the old and in with the new, as they say. A Little Rock, Arkansas-based Chick-fil-A posted to social media earlier today that they were selling the remainder of their summer drinks until supplies ran out. -
You Should Never Put Wet Batter In An Air Fryer. Here's Why
Frying involves partially or fully submerging an item in hot oil or fat until it is golden brown and crisp, Clearly, this is not happening in an air fryer, which uses little to no oil in most cases. So wet batter just drips off. -
Why Everyone's Talking About Costco's Edible Brownie Batter
As if we needed another irresistible item from Costco, now they have edible brownie batter. -
Here's How Much It Really Costs To Open A Jack In The Box Franchise
With only 21 states currently serving as home to Jack in the Box franchisees, there's plenty of opportunity for more. -
The Internet Is Obsessed With This Bizarre Dunkin' Sign
A mysterious sign has popped up at a Dunkin' shop in Portland, Maine, that has caught the attention of both passersby and social media. -
You Should Never Order The Dragon Roll At A Sushi Restaurant. Here's Why
If you thought choosing sushi over burgers was the healthiest option for girl's night out, think again. Rice and fish might seem healthy at first glance, but when you add in salty, sugary sauces and multiple rolls, sushi is not as healthy as you may think. And a dragon roll is unthinkable. -
This Is The Real Difference Between White Meat And Dark Meat
Did you grow up in a household where fights broke out at the dinner table over who got the white meat and who got the dark meat? Is one really tastier or healthier than the other? Let's end the bickering and talk about the real difference between white and dark meat. -
Here's How Much It Really Costs To Open A Sonic Drive-In Franchise
It's easy to see why curious franchisees are interested in joining the Sonic family. But how much would it cost? -
The Real Difference Between Table Salt And Himalayan Salt
Table salt has only been around for the last 100 years or so. Before that, salt was a rare commodity that wars were fought over. -
What Is Xanthan Gum And Why Is It In Everything?
Many of us have been taught to think twice when we see a product that lists an ingredient with a strange name. But what about when that ingredient shows up in a majority of the products we buy? We see xanthan gum listed on labels for everything from yogurt to barbecue sauce. -
The Pumpkin Whiskey People Can't Stop Talking About
If you are one of the many who love all things pumpkin spice, we have something extra special, just for you. How does pumpkin whiskey sound? -
When You Eat Oatmeal Every Day, This Is What Happens
There are several convincing arguments for why you may want to integrate oatmeal into your daily routine. -
Genius Ways To Make Your PB&J Healthier
Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches have been around since the beginning of the 1900s. And, thank goodness for that, right? The average, homemade, PB&J on soft bread has 210 calories, 9 grams of fat, 28 grams of carbohydrates, and 10 grams sugar. There are ways to make this sandwich a bit healthier -
The Real Difference Between French Dressing And Russian Dressing
Because of the similarity in their ingredients, Thousand Island dressing is sometimes swapped out for Russian dressing on a Reuben sandwich, but you probably wouldn't see French dressing switched out for Russian dressing on a Reuben. What's the real difference between the two? -
Why Chicken And Waffles Is One Of The Least Healthy Things You Can Eat
Chicken and waffles is one of the best savory-and-sweet comfort food combos around. But it's also a one-two punch to your health. -
The Real Difference Between Light, Medium, And Dark Roast Coffee
Unless you're a coffee sommelier, coffee can be kind of confusing. Does it make a difference in the way a cup of coffee tastes? That's all we care about.