The pseudocereal, amaranth has gained popularity for its health benefits and its impressive nutritional profile. It typically has a nutty flavor and is versatile in terms of the dishes it can be used for. That said, amaranth should never be consumed raw.
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What is candy corn at its core besides a mistake your tongue immediately regrets every Halloween? While it will come as no shock to you that exclusively consuming colorful nuggets of empty calories would be bad for you, an all-candy corn diet might cause even more damage than you imagine.
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Tacos al pastor are some of the tastiest tacos that will ever hit your taste buds. However, to try to make al pastor at home can be quite the undertaking. It all begins with the right cut of meat or a combination of meats that cuts the mustard.
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You've got your Sweethearts for Valentine's Day, Peeps at Easter, and candy canes around Christmas. As for the biggest candy holiday of them all, nothing says "Halloween" quite like candy corn. But candy corn wasn't always tied so closely to Halloween, and it wasn't always called "candy corn."
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Like many brands, Coca-Cola has experienced some hardships due to COVID-19, and has in turn had to make some tough decisions about its future. With that said, many of the company's longtime loved products may be on the chopping block. What does that mean for consumers and lovers of Coca-Cola?
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If you're a pasta lover, then you know there's nothing more comforting than a huge plate of spaghetti smothered in sauce. Marinara and pomodoro sauce are both popular, and at first glance they almost seem like the exact same thing. However, there are a few subtle differences that make them distinct.
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Ranch dressing gets its signature taste from three distinct, yet equally important elements: Creaminess, herbs, and allium (that is, onions and garlic). The cream base can be various things, from sour cream to buttermilk and mayo. This is the real secret to getting the ranch dressing flavor.
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The love for star fruit has grown so much that the United States has started growing it commercially in Florida, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. But not everyone can or should eat this small sweet (and sometimes tart) fruit as it could cause some major health concerns.
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Coca-cola is the national favorite soda, but what's actually in your sugary fizzy drink? The flavor of Coca-Cola has been a long-kept secret by the company, who even locks the recipe in a vault. However, researchers have a good idea about the natural flavors in Coca-Cola.
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When comparing 3 ounces of pork tenderloin to the same amount of chicken breast, they both have the same amount of fat (3 grams), but pork tenderloin has fewer calories (96 vs. 142), pork has less cholesterol (48 milligrams vs. 73 milligrams), and chicken has more protein (27 grams vs. 18 grams).
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Many consumers have learned how to create smoothies at home, using items found in the fridge and their own produce basket. But the next time you're tossing blueberries, kale, apples, and yogurt into the blender, you may want to leave out the ice. Here's why.
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Long story short, the difference comes down to one being a tube. For those of you that are still confused, okay, yes, there's a little more to the distinctions between these two widely adored Italian pastas. And they are, in fact, similar.
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If you're cooking fish often, you might get bored of making the same dish over and over again. There are only so many different ways to prepare salmon and cod. If you're looking to switch things up and try something new, consider picking up some walleye next time you're at the fish store.
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Makhani sauce can be used to add incredible flavors to a curry and is wildly popular in Indian cuisine. But if you haven't heard of it, you might be wondering: What is makhani sauce, and what is it made of?
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When it comes to Sweet Baby' Rays, the brand sticks to its motto of "the sauce is the boss." A lot of people agree too, and the Sweet Baby Ray's is the most popular barbecue sauce in the country. From its history to its many sauce varieties, this is the story of Sweet Baby Ray's.
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Recently, Burger King announced that in 2021 it will introduce reusable packaging for its sandwiches and sodas to reduce waste. The chain envisions customers paying a deposit for their containers and cups, which they will then have refunded once they scan the packaging via an app and return.
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As delicious as seafood is, not all fish are created equal, and there are a few you should definitely steer clear of if you see them at the supermarket. Tilefish is one of them. Here's why you should avoid eating tilefish.
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One vegan saving grace on many menus is pasta. Most chefs can prepare a vegan version of any pasta dish if requested via a server, allowing vegans to feel fairly confident when ordering the food and not fear an accidental encounter with animal products. However, not all pastas are created equal.
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Sam's Club claims to keep their setup simple and cost-effective, offering their members access to high-quality products at attractive rates. Sam's Club has now come up with an interesting announcement that's bound to make its members sit up and take notice.
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McDonald's latest celebrity meal is worrying some nutritionists. We spoke with Nicole Avena, PhD, Assistant Professor of Neuroscience at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Visiting Professor of Health Psychology at Princeton University, in order to get some insight into that point of view.
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For many people, granola is a rather lovely breakfast staple that goes well with different kinds of pairings in your pantry. But despite the fact that granola seems like a healthy start to your day, it may not be great for you as a breakfast option. This is why.
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As far as kitchen staples go, almost everyone has a bottle of corn syrup in their pantry. Golden syrup is a little less common though, which might lead to some confusion. Though they both have "syrup" in their names and are used for making desserts, they're completely different.
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The best way to describe ponzu is that it tastes like its name: "pon," the Dutch word for "punch" (which made it into 17th century Japanese thanks to the Dutch East India Company) and "su" which means vinegar. Suffice to say, this is no ordinary vinegar-based marinade.
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Bagels are without a doubt an easy, crowd-pleasing breakfast -- but they were not exactly the first iteration of this doughy food. Beigels are the ancestors of bagels, and they've been around for quite some time. How did we go from spelling the food with an "ei" to an "a"?
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Burger King may have managed to retain its popularity over the years with its beloved Whoppers and fries, but that doesn't mean the brand hasn't witnessed its fair share of controversies. They came up with a ruthless Facebook marketing campaign that was called out as hurtful and sadistic by many.
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The possibilities for making oats are endless, but aside from adding flavors, learning how to properly prepare them can make all the difference. And something people largely forget is how beneficial it can be to soak your oats before cooking them.
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According to Cheat Sheet, he can't stand raw red onions, and doesn't exactly keep it a secret. But don't judge chef Conant just yet. The story goes deeper than just a general distaste for raw onions, and to be fair, he's pretty tired of all the negative publicity surrounding this topic.
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