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  • Toasts with jam
    By Sophie Putka October 9th, 2023

    America's Favorite Flavor Of Jam Might Surprise You

    From jelly to jam to preserves, Americans eat a ton of spreadable fruit; and while you might believe your go-to flavor to be the favorite, one leads the pack.

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  • farfalle pasta
    By Amy Bell October 9th, 2023

    Does TikTok's Energy Conservation Hack For Cooking Pasta Really Work?

    We put a TikTok hack to the test. Can you really cook your pasta by turning off the heat after two minutes and letting the noodles sit for another 10 minutes?

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  • sliced Swiss cheese in nature
    By Rachael Grow October 9th, 2023

    In Switzerland, You Can Buy Cheese While Hiking Along The Alps

    Switzerland is not neutral about cheese -- they love the stuff. They even have hiking trails in the Alps that lead to dairies where you can buy local cheese.

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  • sliced cooked chicken breast with lemon wedges on board
    By Nick Pisano October 9th, 2023

    Why Isn't Store-Bought Chicken Gamey?

    Due to a combination of diet and lifestyle, chicken from the grocery store tends to have a more neutral taste than wild fowl, which has a more gamey flavor.

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  • Sweet breakfast foods spread on a table
    By Hannah Reynoso October 9th, 2023

    We Finally Know Why Americans Like To Eat Sweets For Breakfast

    Americans love sugary breakfasts, but it may not all be by personal choice. Marketing, cultural influences, and history all affect why we eat sweet breakfasts.

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  • various spices in bowls
    By Ceara Milligan October 9th, 2023

    How Sci-Fi Became So Fascinated With Spice

    Starting with Frank Herbert's Dune, the concept of spice as more than a condiment, with powers over humans and their societies, enriched science fiction.

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  • colorful gummy bears out of jar
    By Nicole Anderson October 9th, 2023

    What Ingredients Are Actually Used In Plant-Based Gummies?

    Gummy candies are an instant hit of nostalgia that don't have to rely on animal-derived gelatin. Plant-based varieties are just as good and incredibly simple.

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  • French silk pie without a slice
    By Hannah Skinner October 9th, 2023

    French Silk Pie Vs Chocolate Cream: What's The Difference?

    While the French silk pie is mousse-like, chocolate cream pies are more pudding-y. The main thing they have in common? Both are a chocolate lover's dream.

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  • subway sandwich
    By Amy Bell October 8th, 2023

    Everything You Need To Know Before Ordering Subway's Bread

    Everyone knows the Subway sub menu, including their fresh baked bread. See what you you need to know before ordering Subway's bread. It might surprise you.

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  • Diet Coke cans in cooler
    By Ceara Milligan October 8th, 2023

    How Diet Coke Became A Cult

    Diet Coke is a must-have for its many loyal fans. Find out how savvy advertising and celebrities turned this sweet drink into a cultural icon.

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  • sushi
    By Sarah Martinez October 8th, 2023

    Sushi Bundt Cakes Give Rolls A Run For Their Money

    "Sushi" and "cake" aren't two words we associate with each other. Fear not! The sushi Bundt cake isn't some far out nori and buttercream mash-up.

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  • one pot lasagna
    By Jonathan Garcia October 8th, 2023

    Skillet Lasagna Is A No-Bake Take On The Italian Classic

    Lasagna is a delicious, filling classic, but it does take time and preparation to produce. What if you could have the same experience in under 30 minutes?

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  • Steak over flames
    By Colin McCandless October 8th, 2023

    Why Isn't Store-Bought Steak Gamey?

    Wild game often has a distinct flavor far different from that of store-bought cuts of meat. We're exploring factors such as diet and aging to understand why.

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  • pearl onion
    By Matthew Wilson October 8th, 2023

    Frozen Pearl Onions Are Just As Good Fresh, Without The Hassle Of Peeling

    Bite-sized, pre-peeled pearl onions don't need much chopping. They do tend to come frozen, but their convenience outweighs any textural drawbacks.

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  • Top view of types of bread loaves and rolls
    By Matt Malmlund October 8th, 2023

    Bread Scandals That Shook The Industry

    Bread has been a food staple throughout history. Many scandals were created when shortages, racism, and contamination interfered with the health of consumers.

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  • Rotisserie chickens in black trays
    By Holly Riddle October 8th, 2023

    What Rotisserie Chicken Vendors Don't Want You To Know

    Before you pick up a rotisserie chicken for your meal, find out some unsavory facts on store-bought rotisserie chickens that vendors don't want you to know.

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  • Pile of Circus Peanuts on white
    By Adam Swierk October 8th, 2023

    Why Circus Peanuts Practically Disappeared

    Circus peanuts are an anomaly in the candy world. Allow us to explain why these strange banana-flavored marshmallow candies practically disappeared.

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  • person eating fries
    By Melis Amber October 8th, 2023

    People Who Were Arrested For Eating Food

    In each of these cases (some sad, some frustrating, some wild beyond belief), food played a central role in events that eventually led to someone's arrest.

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  • birthday cake with candles
    By Matthew Wilson October 8th, 2023

    Fiery Cakes, For Some Reason, Replaced Candles On TikTok

    Fiery cakes, a new candle alternative trend on TikTok, is a bit like someone combined a Rube Goldberg machine with a magic show and put it on a birthday cake.

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  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
    By Amanda Mullen October 8th, 2023

    Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Is Simply A Step Too Far

    High-protein, gluten-free cottage cheese cookie dough may appeal to some, but it's a bit of a stretch to compare this alternative to the real thing.

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  • spoonful of vanilla extract
    By Nicole Anderson October 8th, 2023

    What Led To Vanilla's Underwhelming Reputation?

    Vanilla beans became synonymous with bland and boring because it became so popular and remained so difficult to procure that artificial versions took over.

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  • Frothy cappuchino
    By Allen Foster October 8th, 2023

    Handheld Vs Automatic Frother: Which Is Better For Your Latte?

    Whether it's handheld or a countertop, automatic model. The choice of milk frothers comes down to factors of cost, features, and convenience.

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  • A can of halmi
    By Meredith Eastwood October 8th, 2023

    Halmi Is A Fizzy Soft Drink With Korean Roots

    Combining traditional Korean flavors and natural ingredients like real cinnamon, ginger, jujube, and persimmon, Halmi is making waves in the soft drink world.

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  • bottle and glass of water
    By Nick Pisano October 8th, 2023

    Is Bottled Water A Scam?

    Bottled water is a controversial topic. Some people refuse to touch the stuff, while others drink nothing else. Is it really worth the extra expense and waste?

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  • grilling steak with flame
    By Emily Monaco October 7th, 2023

    10 Meats You Should Never Grill

    Grilling meat is a classic way to prepare the protein, but not all cuts fare the same. We asked some experts about the meats they would never grill.

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  • tiramisu with savoiardi cookies
    By Maria Scinto October 7th, 2023

    Traditional Tiramisu Requires A Specific Kind Of Ladyfingers

    There's just something special about the taste and texture of tiramisu. But we can't quite put our ladyfinger on it.

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  • Bumbling Bee drink and food
    By James Lewis October 7th, 2023

    What Happened To The Bumbling Bee After Shark Tank?

    The Bumbling Bee aimed to bring its take on vegan junk food to the masses when it appeared on "Shark Tank." But what has happened to company since?

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