As COVID-19 keeps many people at home and under social distancing guidelines, people are turning to cooking and baking to stay busy, entertained, and most importantly, well-fed. What foods are people turning to during this time?
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Cloves are a bold and distinct spice that's often found in the pantry, but not always. When your supply has gotten low, however, and your recipe calls for cloves, then it's useful to be aware of a few substitutes. Depending on what you're cooking, some alternatives to cloves are better than others.
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It's the drink we've enjoyed either freshly squeezed or from concentrate. And while we've been conditioned to think orange juice is healthy, as with many things, there can actually be too much of a good thing.
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Its scent may need some getting used to, but fish sauce is the backbone for many cuisines across Southeast Asia — and if you're traveling through the region, fish sauce has a scent and a flavor you may either grow to love, or at least get used to. How is it made?
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McDonald's has made one significant change recently which is meant to help streamline operations a bit while operating under conditions that are anything but 'business as usual' for everyone. The major move they're making? Breakfast all day will no longer be offered all day.
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Drinking olive oil has been a health trend for several years, and for good reason — olive oil is chock-full of rich nutrients like vitamins D and E. Why should you drink olive oil?
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What's your favorite: the Ultimate Feast with crispy crab legs, garlicky shrimp, or the Lobster and Crab Stuffed Mushrooms, sizzling in a cheesy dish that you dip into with a Cheddar Bay Biscuit? Whatever your Red Lobster pleasure, there is one menu item that's not worth its price.
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There are so many things you can do with your Instant Pot, it can be tough to single out just what recipes you're going to try next. There's breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert, of course, but there's also another category we absolutely have to talk about: booze.
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It's time to make dinner and you've found the perfect recipe. There's only one problem with your plan: You don't have breadcrumbs. Luckily there are loads of things you can substitute with. For a recipe that calls for 1 cup of breadcrumbs, you can substitute with a pretty obvious choice: bread.
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Good barbecue is definitely an art form, and whether you're talking about Texas barbecue, Kansas City barbecue, or North Carolina barbecue there are probably at least 1,000 opinions on how to do it properly — and ways you're probably messing it up. Here's what food scientists have to say.
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While tomatoes remain a cornerstone of the American diet, there are several reasons why home chefs might have to locate last-minute replacements. Here are the best substitutions for tomatoes.
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Rachael Ray is a modern-day phenomenon — she went from product demonstrator to celebrity chef to domestic diva to one-woman media empire. Her Rachael Ray kitchenware line offers hundreds of products on Amazon. Some of these have rave reviews — others, not so much.
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There are no shortages of sugar substitutes out there to choose from. Whether needing something for cooking or simply adding to your tea, those substitutes range from things like Stevia to honey, various syrups, and the especially popular agave nectar. Is agave really a healthier alternative?
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When Burger King rolled out tacos nationwide in July 2019, many consumers and amateur food critics alike were left scratching their heads. This 'taco' has gotten poor reviews, but might be a little bit popular because of its low price point — $1. Why are they so cheap, anyway?
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Is precooked rice a health hazard, or a hearty must-have to keep on hand? There are legitimate reasons for concern surrounding reheated rice, but they can be avoided with proper handling and storing procedures.
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While Wendy's does not have a huge secret menu, we found two sandwich combinations that fans and staff alike claim you have to try at least once, and we found out how to order them in case the person behind the counter has no idea what you're talking about when you drop the secret menu item's name.
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Onions are just a key ingredient in many recipes, and serve as a building block for developing more flavor and depth to food. What happens if you're running low on fresh onion? Happily, there are a few substitutes.
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The old advice to drink eight, 8-ounce glasses of water per day does represent an easy-to-remember formula. Unfortunately, some people have read the news that we, in general, are not drinking enough water, and then take it to the extreme, which can make you very sick. How much, then, is too much?
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The Bloody Mary drink has been around for quite a long time. A concoction of tomato juice, vodka, and seasonings -- this cocktail has been a longtime bar staple. There's a surprise ingredient that can kick your Bloody Mary up a notch, and it may surprise you.
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Sprouted potatoes may be a little off-putting in appearance, but what about taste? Is it even safe to nosh down on these sprouted spuds or is it better to just toss them in the trash?
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How much do you think about the snack cracker Triscuit? Other than, 'What should I put on my Triscuit?' or, 'I need to buy some Triscuits,' probably not much at all, right? How about the name 'Triscuit' itself — any idea where it comes from?
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People often turn to budget-friendly options — frozen and canned vegetables — to get their daily five servings of veggies. But between the two choices, which is best for your health? Experts overwhelmingly say frozen — and here's why.
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Some canned foods are better than others. Take a look at some of the canned foods you should and shouldn't buy before you stock your pantry.
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Green tea is a popular beverage that is known for its health benefits. However, to gain many of the benefits, you should probably knock back more than one cup of green tea per day. What's the maximum amount of green tea you should drink a day?
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As an important component to flavor for many dishes and as an ingredient with a reasonably long shelf-life, it's entirely possible to look up one day and find you're completely out of garlic. Should that dark day come, think on your feet and use a garlic substitute.
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It's no longer news that coronavirus-related shutdowns have dealt a huge blow to the restaurant industry. Many restaurants have closed down or pivoted to take-out and delivery as a temporary safety measure for both staff and customers. How is Yelp making it harder for restaurants right now?
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How much of your time does grocery shopping eat up, do you think? Home grocery delivery services are becoming increasingly popular because only do you get to skip pushing a cart around what may be crowded store aisles, but somebody else even carries the grocery bags up to your porch.
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