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As Seen On TV: Does Flippin' Fantastic Fulfill Its Pancake Promise, Or Is It A Flapjack Flop?

staff@mashed.com (Diane Bobis) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:23:00 +0000

Flippin' Fantastic is one of those late night TV products that makes big promises, but can it actually deliver? Time to put it to the test.

Who Has The Better Ice Cream: Cold Stone Or Baskin Robbins?

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:23:00 +0000

Before spending hard-earned cash on your next frozen treat, we pitted scoops and shakes from these ice cream chains against each other for flavor and texture.

Review: Oreo And BTS Team Up For Purple Cookies Packed With Familiar Flavors

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:17:30 +0000

There's nothing quite like a sweet treat to boost your mood. Cookies and K-Pop are a unique spin that make snacking even more fun.

Review: I Still Can't Get Over The Smells Of Bush's Baked Beans Bizarre Summer Flavors Trio

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Fri, 22 May 2026 18:58:31 +0000

As the days get hotter and longer, everyone starts thinking about grilling out. This can only mean one thing - a slew of new side dishes to try out.

I Tried And Ranked 7 Popular Light Beers. Here Are The Best (And Worst)

staff@mashed.com (Kelsey Juntwait) — Sun, 17 May 2026 13:23:00 +0000

When you need to relax, there's nothing more satisfying than a crisp light beer. Before you head to the store, find out the best light beer you should grab.

5 Popular Magnolia Bakery Desserts, Ranked

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Tue, 12 May 2026 20:23:00 +0000

The iconic NYC Magnolia Bakery is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and we ranked some of its top treats, including cakes, cupcakes, and banana pudding.

Review: Smoothie King X Grillo's Pickles Smoothie — An All Out A-Salt On Your Senses

staff@mashed.com (Michael Palan) — Tue, 12 May 2026 18:00:01 +0000

Pickles are all the rage today. They are popping up in everything from chips and cookies to pretzels and popcorn.

Review: Dunkin's Fruit Punch Donut Is A Total Knockout

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:04:31 +0000

When we heard that Dunkin' was releasing a limited-edition fruit punch donut for spring, we wondered why the sweet-tart flavor hadn't been done before.

11 Store-Bought Glazed Donuts Ranked From Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Jenny Kellerhals Keogh) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:23:00 +0000

Glazed donuts sound like a basic pick, but there are many varieties and brands to choose from. We ranked some popular store-bought options by taste and texture.

7 Cottage Cheese Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:23:00 +0000

Cottage cheese is showing up in an increasing number of recipes, so we decided to sample several brands to find out which was best. Read on for our review.

8 Chain Restaurant Mozzarella Sticks, Ranked

staff@mashed.com (Sam Skopp) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:23:00 +0000

Mozzarella sticks are a delicious appetizer that satisfies any desire for a cheesy bite. We tried them at several chain restaurants to determine the best.

Review: Taco Bell's Two New Chicken Dishes Are Fire (And They'll Set Your Mouth Ablaze As Proof)

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:48:09 +0000

I went to my local Taco Bell to taste test the new Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets, and to keep the heat rolling, the new Zab's Chicken Ranch Nacho Fries.

Grocery Store Rye Bread, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:23:00 +0000

Rye bread can be soft and earthy or an overwhelming mouthful of caraway. We tried some store brands to help you choose the best slices for your next sandwich.

Trader Joe's Breakfast Foods, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Sam Skopp) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:23:00 +0000

From savory bites and breakfast staples to baked goods and frozen pastries, we sampled a lineup of morning goodies from Trader Joe's for flavor and quality.

6 Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brands Ranked

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:23:00 +0000

These 6 brands of cookie dough are meant to be eaten raw for convenient, fear-free enjoyment. So grab a spoon, and see how they stack up against one another.

7 Canned Green Beans You Should Buy & 6 You Shouldn't

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:23:00 +0000

Canned green beans provide a great shortcut in the kitchen, but not all products are made equal. Find out which cans are worth buying and which to skip.

Review: Prego Released A Really Good Sauce (And 2 Others)

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:25:22 +0000

Prego has launched new Margherita, Lemon Alfredo, and Cajun Alfredo sauces, but which one is worth adding to pasta night? We tried them to find out.

Texas Roadhouse Chicken Specials, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Sam Zwick) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:23:00 +0000

If you've never ordered a chicken dish at Texas Roadhouse, you might be missing out. See how our reviewer ranked every chicken option on the menu.

Review: I Tried Chick-Fil-A's New Spring Menu And One Item Kicks The Classics To The Curb

staff@mashed.com (Jenny Kellerhals Keogh) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:47:19 +0000

Chick-fil-A is rolling out a new spring menu that mixes heat and sweet. The new additions shine, but one item in particular really takes the spotlight.

The Best (And Worst) Olive Oils You Can Buy At Aldi

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:23:00 +0000

I picked up the five bottles of olive oil available at my Aldi to do a taste test. Here's what the store offers in terms of prices, flavors, and textures.