Pink hearts, yellow moons, orange stars, and green clovers — these are the delightful little marshmallow shapes we're used to finding in a bowl of Lucky Charms. And we all know that Lucky Charms comes with oats, even though there have been plenty of jokes about how no one actually likes this part.
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Let's preface this by acknowledging the obvious: Peas have a lot of good things going for them. However, the lectins present in the vegetable can turn you into a gassy Gus. Plus, they contain phytic acid, which might hinder the absorption of iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc.
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Seriously, pancakes and all the variations of this breakfast staple are delish. Most people cook their pancakes in butter. In fact, according to a Buzzfeed survey, 78 percent of people chose butter when answering which fat they use to cook their pancakes in.
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Stouffer's has just announced the coming of Mac on Tap, a food dispenser that pours warm mac and cheese like beer, which you may recognize as the ultimate comfort drink, as countless bar tabs can probably attest. Here's what you need to know.
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While there isn't necessarily a wrong way to make potato salad, there are a few important steps to follow and several ways to enhance your potato salad to really make it shine. These are the mistakes you're probably making with your potato salad.
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Still, both Folgers and Maxwell House are recognizable names in the coffee industry, yet perhaps ones that hearken back to an earlier time. And while many consumers are able to identify the names as brands of instant coffee, they might have a harder time identifying any differences between the two.
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And, really, if you've just spent time making pasta and creme brulee from scratch, you need a break. No need to put yourself on a four-day egg white expiration deadline. The solution is to freeze your egg whites. There's no fancy technique needed here: Just drop your egg whites into the tray.
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But Garten's food is always pretty refined (via Pure Wow). And while the Barefoot Contessa doesn't eat fast food, she told Today that she does make one exception to this rule, giving a nod to one regional fast food chain. Turns out Ina Garten is an In-N-Out fan.
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Onion rings are kind of the perfect side to a burger. They're even good on a burger. But this twist will take your onion rings to a new whole new level: We're talking bacon onion rings. That's right — we went there. If you haven't been wrapping your rings in bacon, you've been doing it all wrong.
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If you're a little nervous about your steak-cooking technique and fear that you might turn your piece of meat into lightly charred shoe leather, we feel you. Luckily, Michael Ollier, senior corporate chef for the Certified Angus Beef ® brand, shared with us how to make the perfect steak every time.
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Yes, chimichangas existed before a trigger-happy Ryan Reynolds, as superhero Deadpool, became so obsessed with them that Marvel came out with 'Chimichanga Cologne.' The great state of Arizona — and not the country of Mexico — fiercely claims credit for the deep-fried burrito.
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Starbucks heard the complaints of these customers and decided to respond in 2011. That year, they introduced two new roasts: Veranda and Willow, which were to be included under the company's new category of blonde roasts.
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Eggs come with many labels, from generic grocery store eggs to cage-free eggs, and from free-range to grass-fed eggs. The best eggs to buy are cage-free, though grass-fed or organic cage-free will have similar health benefits, as the main difference is in the life of the chicken.
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You should be picky about what you pair it with. Don't just throw whatever shells or angel hair pasta you have in your pantry into boiling water and assume you're going to achieve maximum deliciousness. There is, indeed, an optimal pasta to serve with Alfredo sauce.
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Making this early morning treat is also super easy and time-friendly. But who was the first person to actually create scrambled eggs? It's been documented that Ancient Romans were making scrambled eggs centuries ago, as reported by Reference.
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After a last ditch effort to save itself from collapsing, CEC Entertainment, which owns Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, has filled for bankruptcy protection and will close 34 more locations — including 5 in California, 4 in Florida, 4 in Massachusetts, 3 in Ohio, and 3 in Oklahoma.
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Aldi's alcohol game is surprisingly good. From delicious wines year-round to light and fruity sangrias for spring, the budget grocery chain tends to roll out exactly the boozy concoction we didn't know we needed at just the right time. Their new offering is one that will definitely fit the bill.
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When Amber Lynn Gilles was refused service at a San Diego Starbucks for not wearing a mask, she put barista Lenin Gutierrez on blast, posting his picture on her Facebook feed. Her attempt to shame the barista, though, has backfired.
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Since the '40s, McDonald's has had a grasp on our psyches in a way other fast food companies can only dream of. For better or worse, McDonald's has immense power and influence around the world, thanks in large part to its marketing and advertising. Here are some of the tricks the chain uses.
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Trader Joe's has a cult following with good reason, but mega fans of the store are definitely missing out if they are ignoring the Fearless Flyer.
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Who can even tell which type of salt you used once it's in the dish? Unfortunately for those of you trying to maximize cabinet space and minimize your grocery budget, there are actually huge differences when it comes to using table salt or sea salt for a recipe.
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If you're American, odds are you grew up eating peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. The acronym PB&J conjures up memories of school cafeterias, scraped knees, and sack lunches. The combination seems like an obvious match, but PB&J is actually a much more recent invention that you would think.
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Whether you're trying out a quick pasta recipe or an old favorite, most cooks attempt to match the pasta shapes to sauce. But, does it really make a difference in taste? If you've ever used marinara on elbow noodles, or drizzled Velveeta over vermicelli, you noticed the recipe didn't taste the same.
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If you have ever really over-seasoned your food with too much of anything, then you know it can easily become inedible. It's a very slippery slope between a little salty and the point of having to toss an entire dish. Professional chefs follow one simple rule in their kitchens to avoid catastrophes.
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If you're one of nearly 100 million Costco members, you're probably aware of how the in-store offerings differ from those available online. But, while you can always find chicken and hot dogs on the menu at every store, why does a Los Angeles-based store carry different items than an Atlanta store?
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It may not be too difficult to find free coffee — but chances are you'd be drinking mud-colored water, or something so strong you might be able to use to clean a dirty oven with it. Free good coffee is another story. For that, Panera is hoping you'll head over to their site on.
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But many loyal Lidl shoppers are saying danke but nein danke to Aldi — for reasons ranging to the store layout, to the quality of the fresh items. Ultimately at Lidl, you're going to find a bigger store format and a wider assortment of organic products (via FoodieScore).
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