Ranch dressing has risen above being merely a salad dressing to a full-on condiment. People slather it on everything from fries to pizza and the big name in ranch is Hidden Valley Ranch. Let's dive into Hidden Valley Ranch's backstory and see how it came to be such a popular salad dressing.
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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.
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Guidelines on the health benefits of eggs have changed over time. Today, experts generally agree that eggs can be a beneficial part of your diet. A report released by the DGAC agrees on the health benefits, and adds that eggs can play an important role in infant development and prenatal health.
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Chicken salt is shaken on everything from fries (or "chips," to Brits and Aussies), to fried fish, grilled meat, and popcorn (via Mitani). According to the Australian News.com site, there's even a chicken-salt flavored mayonnaise line, bewilderingly.
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Whether you decide to flock to Tommaso's for legendary pizza or turn to the Original Joe's outlet for a scrumptious hamburger steak, it's highly likely California offers something to appeal to your tastebuds. But you'd never guess what the most famous food in the state is.
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Making low calorie beer is a balancing act: Find a way to bring down the calorie count without sacrificing too much of the taste. After all, if you're only interested in minimizing calories there are plenty of spiked seltzers on the market.
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Sometimes you need something fast, or you're on the way home and it's just convenient. Luckily, there are some options at fast food chains like Wendy's that are not so bad on carbs or calories. Unfortunately, those low-calorie menu items are rarely what you think they should be.
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Donuts are generally sweet, and bagels tend to be savory, but is that mostly because of the toppings and whatnot? Could it be that the only key difference between the two is really the fact that bagels tend to be chewier than the notoriously pillowy donuts?
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There are few ingredients that count themselves among those that work well in creating delicious salad dressings, savory meat marinades, sweet caramelized onions, syrupy glazes, and can add a deep and luscious flavor to your favorite vanilla ice cream, but balsamic vinegar can do all of that.
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You might've heard before that brown sugar is healthier than white sugar. Part of this myth might come from the color, since raw sugar is typically brown as well, and could lead to some people believing that brown sugar is less processed and refined than white, and therefore healthier.
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Right now, it may be hard to think of Burger King without picturing the chain's (honestly kind of terrifying) giant-headed mascot, but there was a time when there were more members of the Burger Kingdom than just the King. From the late '80s to the mid '00s, two different kooky gangs ruled the land.
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The EPA states that recycling helps the environment as it limits the amount of garbage, saves energy, and reduces pollution. Food delivery is on the rise, and that means an increased amount of takeout containers. Unfortunately, many of these containers are made from plastic that cannot be recycled.
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There's something about Arby's curly fries that make them oh-so-good. If you're a fan of these perfect potato spirals, you might have wondered how Arby's curly fries are made, including that iconic shape you know so well.
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This was a definite boon to dollars stores as their retail counterparts struggled to stay afloat during the crisis. However, despite the fact that their popularity has increased, it's worth noting that certain products at dollar stores are best avoided. Case in point? Canned food.
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Jambalaya and etouffee are both classic staples for both Cajun and Creole cuisines, and both dishes share several characteristics, so you might wonder what exactly the difference is.
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There's a new entry in the diet stakes: the Flexitarian diet. It's exactly what it sounds like: You're encouraged to stick to a mostly plant-based diet and occasionally indulge in meat in moderation.
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If you're in a hurry and looking for a quick meal, the difference between a quick drive-thru experience and a long wait at the window can decide whether or not you get where you're going on time. Thanks to the pandemic and diners' hesitancy to eat inside, drive-thru wait times have increased.
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Despite belonging to the same family, leeks and scallions have more differences than they do similarities. Leeks and scallions differ in appearance, taste, and even in how to cook them, making them two items that aren't interchangeable, the way onions and shallots are.
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You know how you probably thought all Chick-fil-A restaurants were created equal? Well, we're about to blow your mind. There is one Chick-fil-A restaurant that is very special. Located in Hapeville, Georgia, this unique location's menu is enough to make any Chick-fil-A lover jealous.
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Like most good cocktails, the back story of the Rusty Nail is murky. The drink is rumored to have been created for the British Industries Fair in 1937. In the subsequent years, The cocktail went through a variety of name changes before settling in on its longstanding modern day moniker.
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If you're a regular Dunkin' customer, you might know more than most about the chain. While you might assume the first location was in Boston, it's actually from Quincy, the hometown of historical figures like John Quincy Adams, as well as William Rosenburg, a shipyard worker during World War II.
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Have you ever gone on an ambitious grocery store run only to leave your fresh produce, neglected, to wilt away in the fridge drawers? Of course you have. This one easy trick can bring your carrots back from the dead just in time for Halloween.
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Over the years, chocolate has sometimes gotten a bad rap, with doctors telling us it will make us gain weight, teenagers blaming chocolate for their acne (that one may actually be true, according to CNN), and some people blaming chocolate for high caffeine consumption. Let's put some myths to rest.
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One of McDonald's most iconic features? Its golden arches, according to BBC Culture. Best Designs states that people around the world can instantly recognize the golden arches because of its simple design. The arches give customers a sense of stability and familiarity that very few other logos do.
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In 2017, McDonald's committed an unspeakable act. They introduced the McVegan -- yes, a vegan burger at McDonald's. Well, actually a vegan burger at McDonald's in Finland. Selling items individualized to specific countries is nothing new for McDonald's.
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By all accounts, horseradish is kind of a strange vegetable, and it's worth mentioning that its name is a bit of an oxymoron in that it is actually poisonous to horses. Horseradish is generally eaten in relatively small amounts, but what can happen if you eat too much?
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Everyone loves bread. Especially the bread that is served when dining out at the local Italian restaurant. Among the most popular kinds are bruschetta and crostini. Many don't know the difference between the two.
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