Hot cocoa mix is one of those items we tend to pick up and always have on hand in the back of the pantry. While it's an easy mix for quick hot chocolate during cooler months, the sweetened, chocolatey, pre-packaged item serves as a good base for other dishes, too.
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Aldi's boozy June Finds line-up is the perfect sidekick to your summertime kick-back. All you need is the ice cubes. The company is known for totally fun and affordable seasonal items, so this summer's drink line-up is obviously amazing.
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The American thirst for light beer sometimes boils down to a question of taste (or lack thereof), sometimes to a desire for fewer calories or less alcohol. But is there actually a big difference between light and regular beer?
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Cheetos have been called "one of the most marvelously constructed foods on the planet" and there's no denying that this snack food is incredibly popular.
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A sparkling fermented mushroom tea may not sound delicious, but that's exactly what kombucha is and people are nuts over the stuff. Model and body positivity advocate Ashley Graham is in the know about the healthy fungus drink and told the world via an Instagram story her thoughts.
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Starbucks is sometimes criticized for having coffee that is overly roasted resulting in what tastes to some like a burnt flavor. But if you're someone who enjoys the bold taste of the Seattle-based company's beans, you might be wondering what Starbucks considers to be its strongest coffee blend.
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Some people like to keep a lot of produce on hand in the refrigerator, but for vegetables to remain fresh, it'll require some extra care and technique. One vegetable that you might be storing wrong is broccoli, whether it is raw or cooked. Chopped broccoli doesn't keep in the fridge for long.
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If you're going to jump through all of the hoops to make your own fried chicken, it's extremely disappointing for the finished product to come out in any way other than perfect. One of the most comment complaints when it comes to fried chicken is that it turns out soggy.
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You may have heard of beer can chicken — but what about beer can burgers? It's an easy way to create delicious, stuffed hamburgers.
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When picking either cantaloupe or honeydew melons to eat, you should choose a firm fruit that is heavy for its size, with no obvious signs of bruising. What's the difference between the two?
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However, guessing Costco's five best-selling items is about as unlikely as being to finish a 4-foot tall glass of wine without passing out, as some of them are also rather unlikely. Costco's fifth-most popular item can't actually be found inside the store at all, but rather out in the parking lot.
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It seems that maybe some fast food brands could do with a refresher on one of the oldest social media rules — think twice about what you post — as some of performing artist Taylor Swift's fans are now furious at Burger King over a joke tweet (we hope!) they sent.
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Thanks to Seinfeld and George Costanza (played by Jason Alexander), everyone knows what double dipping is — you cove your chip with dip, take a bite, and then dunk the half-eaten chip in the dip a second time.
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Ramsay took part in a question and answer session on Reddit in which a user asked the famously-cantankerous cook what the five dishes were that he thought everyone should be able to cook. The seven-star Michelin chef responded with some interesting choices (via MasterClass).
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For years, Burger King has handed out paper crowns as part of their kid's meals, and now, they're turning once again to crowns in an attempt to protect diners in their fast food joints. Burger King has unveiled a massive sombrero-on-steroids-sized cardboard crown.
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Whether you're hitting the beach or packing a picnic basket for you and your quarantine bubble peeps, you're definitely going to want to check out Aldi's June Finds, especially all of the frozen treats everyone's sure to be stocking up on.
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The basis of any gumbo is the roux. Roux is a mixture of fat and flour in equal parts that causes the stew to thicken and also adds color, flavor, and depth to the gumbo. One fat in particular will give your gumbo an added edge.
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German Chocolate cake is a layered chocolate cake set apart from other cakes by its frosting and filling which is full of shaved coconut and pecans (via Betty Crocker). But does it have an origin story in some Bavarian village? What exactly makes it German?
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Certain buffet foods have had their share of critics in the past, while diners and health watchdogs alike have targeted the concept as a whole. Bread is definitely one item you should always leave off your plate.
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Strawberries also tend to spoil rather quickly. Raise your hand if you've grabbed strawberries out of the refrigerator only to find they look spotty, a little mushy, and not as beautiful as they used to. There is a trick that supposedly returns strawberries to their former glory. Does it work?
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As any non-vegetarians can attest, a trip to the grocery store has become an even more painful experience these days, at least when it comes to the pain felt by your wallet. The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of Justice are both investigating the meatpacking industry because of it.
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Cutting a cake can be a frustrating endeavor. The results are either messy with frosting and bits of cake going everywhere, off center, or all different-sized slices. However, a user on TikTok has found a smooth, easy way to cut cake that will prevent the mess and uneven slices.
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Starbucks will start implementing a leave of absence policy. Under the new program, workers who have had their work schedules reduced due to the pandemic can opt to go on unpaid leave.
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Whether it's asparagus, carrots, or potatoes, roasting vegetables brings out another layer of flavor, but in the summer months the idea of cranking up the oven and heating up the whole house can seem unappealing. Reduce the time you're using your oven by putting the baking pan in the oven first.
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In order to understand how to cook fish so it's not overdone, experts think you'll probably need to understand the difference between fish and other types of meat.
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While bones are often tossed into the garbage after all the meat is stripped, they can be quite useful when it comes to making stocks, soups, or broths.
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It may surprise many high school and college students to learn that celebrities are just like us. In fact, several A-list celebrities took McDonald's "You Deserve a Break Today" jingle literally, landing his or her first big break working for the fast food chain, and taking orders at the drive thru.
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