Many people turn to the classic combination of chicken soup, saltines, and ginger ale when sick. It's easy, comforting, and almost universally understood to make you feel better. Drinking ginger ale seems like a no-brainer, since ginger has been proven to alleviate nausea.
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Let's clear up a few misconceptions about curry leaves: First, they are not related to curry powder; the latter is a blend of ground spices, as opposed to the curry leaf-producing plant, called Murraya koenigii. But if you can't get your hands on curry leaves, a few substitutions may do the trick.
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We often call any form of sparkling wine at any celebration 'champagne,' and since all sparkling wines around the world are made the same way, you might wonder why Champagne is so special — and why it is so expensive.
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Rachael Ray might be best known for her television shows, cookbooks, products, or magazines, and if you have the money, you can actually hire her — but not to cook for you. How much does it cost to do that?
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It's a classic that's spent most of its culinary life hidden away in America's freezer section that is the northern Midwest. But the hotdish (yup, one word!) is having a moment in pop food culture, thanks to Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar and her Hot Dish House Parties.
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Whether or not you already have a go-to Five Guys order, there's an upgrade you should definitely try on your next trip, since it involves getting something extra for nothing.
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There is nothing better than the taste of a fresh and juicy apple. That's why it's so heartbreaking when only minutes after cutting an apple you find those perfectly pristine slices have turned brown. Although you can't fully prevent apples from browning, there are ways to keep them fresher longer.
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Despite the fact that you probably just ate bacon, you likely don't know how it got to your plate. You know it's pork, but how is it actually made? What type of pig does it come from? Does it have to be cured? Can it be healthy? Fear not — we've got you covered. Here's how bacon is really made.
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Fast food in the form of burgers, fries, and milkshakes is not the healthiest meal, but there are more reasons to avoid some Five Guys menu items. Whether it's your first time to the chain or you are a steady regular, you might want to consider making a few changes to your order.
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Although it's kind of hard to wrap your brain around, it's an actual fact that somebody — quite a lot of somebodies — is eating a whole lot of Jack in the Box tacos. At two for a buck, these are the cheapest tacos in fast food. Why are they so cheap?
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A recent warning letter issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration accuses Jimmy John's of repeatedly making use of 'adulterated fresh produce, specifically clover sprouts and cucumbers.'
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It seems word has gotten out that MOD Pizza is not only quick and convenient — after all, that's pretty much the point of pizza chains — but that their pizza is yummy enough to stand out from the crowd of competitors.
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There's something just extra enough about ordering at Burger King with a secret menu in mind to make it feel a little luxurious — and it's even more so when hunger strikes and you need a thicker burger than the standard.
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They used to be everywhere. History tells us that when the first Europeans reached the New World, lobsters would reportedly come ashore in piles up to two feet high, and thanks to their sheer abundance, lobsters were considered the poor man's protein. Why are they so pricey these days?
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Maybe it's the popped collar, or maybe it's her perfectly curated home and kitchen, but Ina Garten, otherwise known as the Barefoot Contessa, is an effortlessly elegant inspiration to many. If you'd love to have Garten make a personal appearance, her services come at a premium price.
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No doubt due to slumping sales and a spate of PR nightmares, Papa John's has been making some notable changes in recent months, and has been rolling out new menu items with a vengeance. The latest? Jalapeño Popper Rolls, launched this week as a "unique take on one of America's classic appetizers."
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Even if Taco Bell doesn't have the 'create your own' setup that its cousin Chipotle has, the fast food chain has a ton of mashup menu items thanks to secret menu creations. Here's one of our favorites that's sure to please.
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Are you a huge fan of the Food Network's perennially popular cooking competition Chopped? Have you ever imagined yourself as one of the chefs, showing off your own chops, slices, and dices? Here's what it's really like to try out for Chopped.
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Menudo and pozole are both traditional Mexican soups, and they are, in some respects, quite similar. The main difference between the two soup recipes, though, lies in the meat.
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When your only real option for lunch is fast food, but you still want to stay kind of healthy, well, you go for the grilled chicken, right? If you want to know what your best option is amongst the many grilled chicken sandwiches out there, well, we have your answer.
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Gordon Ramsay is a famous celebrity chef well known for various TV shows. How much would it set you back to hire him for your event?
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Watching competitive eater Matt 'Megatoad' Stonie at work is part fascinating, part horrifying. How many competitive eating records does he hold?
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It may come as a surprise that a sauce will have come from one of five 'mother' sauces. The mother sauces (or "grand sauces" as they are called by the Culinary Institute of America) are sauces that can be prepared in larger quantities, then flavored to create a 'smaller sauce.'
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The one thing probably nobody would say, if asked to word-associate with 'Disneyland,' would be 'health spa.' And yet, for one man, Disneyland proved to be just that — a place that would, quite literally, save his life, and then inspire him along the path to a healthier, happier future.
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If you like the sensation of eating something crisp, sweet, and savory at the same time, have we got a treat for you. KFC is offering what one taster has called a 'near-perfect' sandwich — the aptly-named Chicken & Donuts sandwich.
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There's a lot about Taco Bell's breakfast menu you might already know, but even the most dedicated Bell-heads can learn a thing or two. Take a seat and prepare for a deep dive into the world of early-morning fast food eats. This is the untold truth of Taco Bell's breakfast game.
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There are plenty of ways to mix batter, at least that's according to noted cookbook author Mark Bittman, which makes the overmixing issue an even more confusing one. What really happens when you overmix batter?
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