Whether you're making a dip for a party or preparing a soup or potato salad, there's a good chance that eventually you'll run across chives on the ingredients list. What if you don't have any on hand?
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If you've stuck with Chipotle through thick and thin and you still have not tried their secret menu, then it's time to change that.
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If the thought of baking makes your heart beat with excitement, chances are your first encounter with a KitchenAid also meant love at first sight. They're not cheap, though — why are they so pricey?
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Taco Bell recently announced a serious pay raise of some of its managers with salaries that are in the $100,000 range — but not all managers will qualify.
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The hottest-selling bread in Ho Chi Minh City is just the loveliest shade of pink. This bread, which has become the baked goods version of a viral hit, was created not for its Instagram-worthiness, but as the result of an actual virus: coronavirus, that is.
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Bubly's list of two ingredients seems innocuous: carbonated water and natural flavor. The only problem? No one knows what those "natural flavors" truly entail.
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Let's take a minute to talk about Chipotle's tacos, and why they might not be the best option if you want the most bang for your buck. Yes, it seems a little odd to tell folks to avoid the tacos at a Tex-Mex place, but trust us on this one. Here's why you should say no to Chipotle's tacos.
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Although Michael Vale had long aspired to be a serious actor, he will live on in the minds and even the hearts of those who will remember him as the weary baker who dragged himself out of bed throughout the '80s and' 90s because it was "time to make the donuts."
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When The Great British Bake Off first hit the UK airwaves in 2010, it quickly became a mega-hit — in no small part due to sweet, grandmotherly judge Mary Berry. She, along with the more stand-offish Paul Hollywood, consumed about a zillion carbohydrates apiece while tasting, testing, and judging.
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While you're probably not feeling any guilt over ripping Costco off for this steal of a deal, you may occasionally wonder just how they manage to keep their pizza prices so low. Costco has a good reason to persuade you into purchasing a low-priced pizza... sneaky merchandising psychology.
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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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