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  • Julia Child smiling in pink lipstick
    By Melissa Campana April 13th, 2021

    The Truth About Julia Child's Marriage

    Here's how the tamest of beginnings lead to a passionate love affair between the Childs and a subsequent marriage that was successful and steadfast.

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  • A single piece of tortellini
    By Lauren Cahn April 13th, 2021

    The Creepy Story Behind Tortellini Pasta

    As NPR reported, tortellini's name belies its true and totally creepy inspiration, which has nothing whatsoever to do with cakes or pies of any size.

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  • Person taking frozen meat out of freezer
    By Mirtle Pena-Calderon April 13th, 2021

    Read This Before Thawing Something On Your Countertop Again

    While some defrosting techniques are considered to be on the safer side, there are a few reasons why you should steer clear of doing so on your countertops.

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  • Person holding Quaker Oats box
    By Felix Behr April 13th, 2021

    The Bizarre Reason Quaker Oats Was Once Sued

    MIT announced that it and the Quaker Oats company would pay $1.85 million as part of an out of court settlement. Here's the disturbing reason why.

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  • McDonald's McFlurry cup
    By Naomi Kennedy April 13th, 2021

    43% Of McDonald's Fans Agree This Was The Worst McFlurry Flavor

    A survey conducted by Mashed asked a total of 658 individuals which McFlurry flavor was the worst. One of those options really stood out amongst the others.

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  • Ree Drummond speaking into microphone
    By Emily Weaver April 13th, 2021

    The Pioneer Woman's Favorite Casserole Combines Two Classic Dishes

    While many of Drummond's recipes are showstoppers in and of themselves, it's her recipe that blends two delicious dishes together that steals the show.

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  • Jackfruit
    By Amy Hamblen April 13th, 2021

    You've Been Preparing Jackfruit All Wrong

    Opening this massive fruit isn't quite as easy as peeling a banana. But there are a few tricks to getting it right that are worth keeping in mind.

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  • Cheesesteak and fries
    By Amy Hamblen April 13th, 2021

    The Real Reason The Best Cheesesteaks Use Ribeye

    There are a lot of reasons that Philly makes the best cheesesteaks. Of utmost importance, of course, is the steak.

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  • american cheese
    By Maria Cristina Lalonde April 13th, 2021

    The Real Reason American Cheese Is Dying

    American cheese is going the way of comb headbands and Crystal Pepsi.

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  • McDonald's McNuggets boxes with sauce
    By Naomi Kennedy April 13th, 2021

    The Ridiculous Amount Of Money One McDonald's Chicken Nugget Sold For

    With the ability to get chicken McNuggets (and other McDonald's menu items) for a low price, why did somebody once pay big bucks for just one?

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  • Jim Beam tasting room exterior in Kentucky
    By Ralph Schwartz April 13th, 2021

    The Reason Kentucky Only Has Two Black-Owned Bourbon Distilleries

    Recent tallies of the number of Kentucky bourbon distillers put the total at more than 70. Right now, there are two Black-owned bourbon makers in the state.

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  • Chebakia on a stone plate
    By Gina LaVecchia Ragone April 12th, 2021

    What Are Chebakia And What Do They Taste Like?

    Sticky-sweet and designed to look like flowers, these treats are made with unmistakably Middle-Eastern flavors. Here's what they are and what they taste like.

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  • Burger King at night
    By Hanna Claeson April 12th, 2021

    The Reason Burger King Is Banned From This Illinois Town

    There are no Burger Kings in Mattoon Illinois, and there never will be. It's not that Mattoon's population is mysteriously averse to the power of the hamburger.

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  • Shelves of snacks
    By Molly Harris April 12th, 2021

    People Are Split On Which Discontinued Snack Should Never Have Made A Comeback

    Mashed conducted a survey of 655 people to find out which snacks customers didn't care to see on the shelves again.

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  • Burrata
    By Sara Cagle April 12th, 2021

    The Big Difference Between Mozzarella And Burrata Cheese

    Mozzarella and burrata both hail from the south of Italy, but they're not the same. Here's the big difference between mozzarella and burrata cheese.

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  • Kardea Brown close-up
    By Boshika Gupta April 12th, 2021

    Here's How Much Kardea Brown Is Really Worth

    In terms of inspiration, Kardea Brown is someone to look up to. Plus, her net worth is impressive, although it's tough to zero down on the exact numbers.

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  • Red velvet cake
    By Audrey Michels April 12th, 2021

    The Urban Legend Red Velvet Cake Was A Part Of

    Over time the legend has been retold and warped into many different forms, from being about cookies to red velvet cake.

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  • Superfoods
    By Ceara Milligan April 12th, 2021

    This Superfood Is A Great Source Of Plant-Based Protein

    Protein can be found in an abundance of plant-based foods. Chia seeds are a superfood that's the perfect protein source.

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  • Chopped white onions on a cutting board
    By Mirtle Pena-Calderon April 12th, 2021

    This Is What Happens When You Eat Onions Every Day

    While here are many benefits to eating onions, there are also some downsides to eating onions especially if you have some pre-existing conditions.

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  • A fork stretching out the insides of a kunafa
    By Erich Barganier April 12th, 2021

    What Is Kunafa And What Does It Taste Like?

    Kunafa is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert made from shredded phyllo pastry and sweet cheese. Commonly part of a Ramadan iftar, here's what it tastes like.

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  • Boy tasting sour lemon wedge
    By Gina LaVecchia Ragone April 12th, 2021

    Here's What Makes Lemons Sour

    Lemons taste sour because they contain citric acid, a common organic acid found in many vegetables and fruits. But how does the brain process such a flavor?

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  • Ladling dashi in pot
    By Kalea Martin April 12th, 2021

    Here's What You Can Substitute For Dashi

    A cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, dashi is an extremely versatile ingredient. In addition to a soup base, dashi can be found across a variety of dishes.

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  • Fermenting cabbage in jars
    By Kalea Martin April 12th, 2021

    What Is The Difference Between Kimchi And Sauerkraut?

    Would you ever put kimchi on a hot dog? If the idea of doing so seems too far fetched for you, well, perhaps you've forgotten about sauerkraut.

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  • A bottle for "Four Thief Vinegar" (or "Vinegar of the Four Thieves") at the Paul-Dupuy museum
    By Kate Hagan Gallup April 12th, 2021

    What You Didn't Know About Four Thieves Vinegar

    You may have heard about Four Thieves Vinegar lately -- and no, it's not a brand name. Four Thieves is a vinegar mix with purported roots back to the plague.

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  • Microplastics
    By Felix Behr April 12th, 2021

    There Might Be Plastic In Your Table Salt. Here's Why

    There is plastic almost everywhere with the near certain inclusion of your table salt. So, of course we have consumed some. The question is how much.

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  • A glass of Mango lassi
    By Boshika Gupta April 12th, 2021

    What You Should Know Before Drinking Another Mango Lassi

    As the summer months start getting closer, many folks can't help but turn to refreshing drinks such as freshly squeezed lemonade, iced tea, and mango lassi.

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  • Best cooking oils for woks
    By Cristine Struble April 12th, 2021

    These Are The Best Types Of Cooking Oils To Use With A Wok

    When using a wok, one important ingredient can make a difference between a great dish and a bitter one — cooking oil.

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