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The Military Innovation That Helped Influence McDonald's McRib

staff@mashed.com (Nick Pisano) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:03:00 +0000

McDonald's McRib didn't come out of nowhere, but it sure is popular. It's the direct result of the military innovation of creating foods for servicemembers.

The Big Mac Made A Fortune For McDonald's While The Creator Got McSnubbed

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:03:00 +0000

The Big Mac looms large in the history of fast food, so you would probably imagine that the inventor was handsomely compensated. The reality isn't so pretty.

This Simple Salt Upgrade Makes For McDonald's-Style Fries At Home, According To A Chef

staff@mashed.com (Sarah Leberknight) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 03:03:00 +0000

Before you get into the car and drive the family to McDonald's, take a look at this great tip for cooking up a batch of french fries at home.

You Can Thank This Small City In Pennsylvania For The McDonald's Big Mac

staff@mashed.com (Zachary Zawila) — Sun, 31 May 2026 22:03:00 +0000

When an innovative product becomes ubiquitous, it's easy to forget where it came from. This is true of McDonald's Big Mac, which has origins in Middle America.

The Staggering Number Of Big Macs That McDonald's Sells In A Year

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Sun, 31 May 2026 15:03:00 +0000

Big Macs are so widely known they have their own monetary index. Given the popularity, it should be no surprise McDonald's sells an overwhelming amount of them.

Have These Favorite Fast Food Menu Items Gotten Smaller?

staff@mashed.com (Jay Bual) — Sat, 30 May 2026 20:23:00 +0000

Shrinkflation is an increasing problem in restaurants across the board. Customers are taking notice and many are airing their grievances online.

The Ordering Request McDonald's Employees Roll Their Eyes At

staff@mashed.com (Greta Pano) — Sat, 23 May 2026 16:03:00 +0000

Meal customization is part and parcel of fast food service. However, even at a seasoned chain like McDonald's this burger request could irk workers.

The 2 Simple Seasonings McDonald's Tosses On Its Burgers

staff@mashed.com (Nick Pisano) — Fri, 22 May 2026 22:03:00 +0000

Many restaurant recipes are shrouded in trade secrets, but the seasoning blend used on McDonald's burgers isn't one of them, perhaps because it's so basic.

Was McDonald's Breakfast Buffet A Real Thing?

staff@mashed.com (Erica Martinez) — Thu, 21 May 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Fast-food chains were different decades ago, changing with the times and customer demand. Many fast-food joints once had all-you-can-eat buffets.

What Customers Really Think About McDonald's Filet-O-Fish, According To Reddit

staff@mashed.com (Jay Bual) — Tue, 19 May 2026 13:23:00 +0000

To get a better picture of the public's opinion on McDonald's Filet-O-Fish, we scoured Reddit to find out what people really think about this sandwich.

Why McDonald's Customers Have Been Raising Eyebrows At McNuggets

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Sun, 17 May 2026 23:03:00 +0000

Chicken McNuggets are a true fast food classic, but some observant McDonald's customers have noticed something a little suspicious about them.

The Strange McDonald's Nugget Pairing No One Saw Coming (Fans Called It Delicious)

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Sat, 16 May 2026 17:03:00 +0000

McDonald's proved it wasn't afraid to think outside the box when the chain launched a limited release that showcased McNuggets in a whole new light.

9 Fast Food Cheeseburgers, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Nikelle Murphy) — Sat, 16 May 2026 16:23:00 +0000

Nothing hits quite like a juicy all-beef patty when you are hunting for a quick lunch. Slap some fromage on top and you have a winning meal.

The Airport McDonald's Where Your Fries Are Cooked In Future Jet Fuel

staff@mashed.com (Ashlen Wilder) — Sat, 16 May 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered what happens to all of McDonald's fry oil after it's no longer useful for cooking? An airport in Texas has a nifty solution.

How Steven Spielberg Turned A 90-Second McDonald's Ad Into A Classic '90s Movie

staff@mashed.com (Dhruv Trivedi) — Mon, 11 May 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Hollywood great Stephen Spielberg finds inspiration all over the place, like the time he wanted to adapt a McDonald's commercial into a full-length film.

Why Doesn't McDonald's Serve Fries For Breakfast?

staff@mashed.com (Stacie Adams) — Sat, 09 May 2026 10:03:00 +0000

McDonald's is known the world over for its delectable fries, which leads one to wonder why the chain doesn't serve them all day. There's actually a reason.

5 Ordering Tips To Get The Best McDonald's Big Mac

staff@mashed.com (Greta Pano) — Thu, 07 May 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Want to get the best possible McDonald's Big Mac? You don't have to rely on luck; these five ordering tips will get you a great sandwich every time.

Turn Your Filet-O-Fish Into A Big Mac With One Simple Swap For 10x The Flavor

staff@mashed.com (Andy Hume) — Wed, 06 May 2026 22:03:00 +0000

Combine social media content and fast food drive-thrus, and what do you get? A lot of customized orders, like this McDonald's Filet-O-Fish and Big Mac mashup.

The 10 Best New Fast Food Items Of 2026 So Far, According To Customers

staff@mashed.com (Sam Skopp) — Wed, 06 May 2026 11:23:00 +0000

One way that major fast food chains compete with one another is by introducing new or limited-time menu items. Here are some of the best of 2026 so far.

5 Ways McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Has Changed Over The Years

staff@mashed.com (Dhruv Trivedi) — Tue, 05 May 2026 19:03:00 +0000

The Filet-O-Fish is one of McDonald's signature menu items, but a few things about this beloved seafood offering have changed since its 1965 introduction.