Pickled herring may not initially make the list of fondness-conjuring word pairs for most Americans like buttered popcorn, mac and cheese, or grilled steak might, but maybe we shouldn't sleep on this one entirely. Herring are inexpensive, sustainable, and rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
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The world of ice cream is ever-changing and some flavors were never meant to last. These are the discontinued ice cream flavors fans are still reeling over.
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When it comes to experiments with alcohol, the sky is the limit if you think about it. One of the unique names in the industry is Skrewball with its ability to push the envelope and challenge conventional wisdom as a spirits brand, with things like peanut butter whiskey.
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While Steak 'n Shake might be doing major burger business these days, that wasn't always the case. In fact, in its earliest stages, burgers weren't even on the menu. The founders of Steak 'n Shake, Gus and Edith Belt, originally ran a gas station and chicken restaurant in Normal, Illinois.
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The most popular jelly bean flavor in the United States might surprise you. With survey data and candy sales data compiled, each year the United States picks a favorite jelly bean flavor out of hundreds. This year's pick might surprise fans of classics like cherry or popcorn.
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A tall glass of orange juice with a hearty breakfast can feel like a refreshing start to your day, and many people believe it's super healthy for you. The problem is that the truth isn't as simple as it seems. When it comes to orange juice, there are some things that worth keeping in mind.
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The blender is one of those kitchen tools that really gives you your money's worth: grinding up nuts, pureeing foods, blending together your favorite fruits for a smoothie, or even crushing ice in a matter of seconds. But did you know you should never put hot foods in your blender?
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While many believe that kettle chips are the healthier or more artisanal version of potato chips, that's actually a myth. The batch cooking that is done to kettle chips does not make the process any healthier. Here's why you shouldn't believe the myths about kettle chips.
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Even in Texas, there is no one official recipe for chili. It's a personal dish, open to interpretation across communities and households. But there is one major ground rule. The main distinction between regular chili and Texas chili comes down to the beans.
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Mentos would appear to have absolutely no natural coloring. After all, nothing natural aligns itself with a pastel palette like Rainbow Mentos. While their coloration is artificial in the sense that the colors were added to the candy, the colors themselves are derived from natural sources.
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Stuffing can absolutely be made ahead of time, and it can make things a lot easier for you on Thanksgiving day. But there are a few things to keep in mind in order to properly freeze and thaw stuffing so that it cooks evenly, and doesn't make anyone sick.
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Pinto beans are a versatile pantry staple, and with their buttery, creamy texture, they do well in salads as well as soups. The best way to cook pinto beans takes a bit of time. Follow these tip to cook the best pinto beans for your chili or Mexican dishes.
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When snack cravings strike, nothing is more satisfying than crispy, salty chip. But which chip is healthier, the plantain or the potato? If it's calories you're paying attention to, there's virtually no difference. Read on to find out more.
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Wouldn't it be nice to brew up some quality, French press coffee no matter where you are on the road? The company GoSun has designed a 12-ounce cup with a built-in heater and French press so you can enjoy coffee and tea outside without any plugs.
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In a recent interview, Beyoncé opened up on her creative, professional, and personal ambitions. However, one section of the interview seemed particularly strange. When asked to share a surprising fact about herself, Beyoncé revealed that she's the proud owner of tens of thousands of bees.
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Tahini used to just be considered an essential hummus ingredient, but thanks to more vegetarian-friendly, plant-forward menus, we're seeing just how versatile tahini can be. Created from combining ground sesame seeds with oil, here is what tahini is and how to use it.
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Student budgets and appetites often naturally navigate toward cheap, delicious food, so it's easy to assume that a fast food joint is always welcome at a university campus. However, this isn't always the case -- at least when it comes to the students at Idaho State University.
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But, where do home fries get their name? Is it because home is not a place, but a feeling? We'd like to think so, but it's probably more likely that Americans created the name to contrast from being french-fried. Although the history isn't entirely clear, here's what we know.
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In theory and in practice, a lazy Susan is an incredibly useful tool to have at a dinner table or as a method of organization in your kitchen or pantry — but where did it come from? And more importantly, how did it get its name?
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It stands to reason that marzipan and almond paste are similar, if not the same, right? Actually, the two are completely different from one another, and though they share a common ingredient — almonds — they're far from the same.
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If you're a mega Starbucks fan (or someone who religiously tries all of those special secret menu drinks that Totally the Bomb comes up with) then you're in for some unfortunate news. Starbucks has now said it is going to be closing an additional 100 locations in the U.S. and another 100 in Canada.
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All the votes (and the orders) aren't in yet, as the evening is still more or less young in most U.S. time zones, but there's a good chance that the night's top food will be the most popular food of the entire pandemic as well. What else but good old all-American (and entirely bipartisan) pizza?
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In recent years, the modest and unassuming celery has made quite a bit of noise in the diet world. Everyone from Hollywood stars to athletes consume celery in all forms because of the nutritional benefits it possesses. But, like many things in life, too much of anything can be tough on the body.
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Cola and root beer are both soft drink staples that are popular all over the world. However, although these dark, fizzy beverages may look similar, there are many distinctions between the two sweet drinks.
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Not only are eggs delicious, they're also a versatile and necessary ingredient in any number of recipes. But eggs haven't always gotten the love they deserve. Simply put, eggs have been having a bit of an eggs-istential crisis. For much of recent history, they have been seen as somewhat devilish.
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Most of us would be happy having either a brownie or a blondie for dessert (or both), and at first glance, they seem pretty much the same. But you can't consider yourself a true brownie connoisseur unless you know exactly what the difference is between blondies and brownies.
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The high concentration of sweet flavoring that is contained in even a small quantity of artificial sweetener may alter the way people taste certain foods if they consume artificial sweeteners regularly. Here's why.
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