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  • You've Been Cleaning Your Grill All Wrong

    Americans tend to get rid of our grills approximately every three years, but they are supposed to last anywhere from 5 to 15 years. That's madness! Properly maintaining your grill and keeping it clean will help eliminate this waste. But a lot of people are doing it wrong.

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  • The Untold Truth Of Mukbang

    Search YouTube for "mukbang" and you'll find thousands of videos of people eating. That's right. Just... eating. And they're eating a ton of food. It sounds weird, and honestly, it kind of is. But this trend is blowing up quicker than an Eminem diss track. This is the untold truth of mukbang.

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Facts (81)

  • What You Should Know Before Taking Another Sip Of Scotch

    We decided to dive in on the history of scotch and the ways people love to enjoy it to learn a bit more about this fascinating spirit. It's one of the best spirits to have in your home bar, after all. This is everything you should know before taking another sip of scotch.

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  • Secrets Cinnabon Doesn't Want You To Know

    There are just some things Cinnabon would prefer to keep on the down-low. This includes some clever marketing tactics that rely heavily on smell, the cost of convenience, and even a replica recipe for your own homemade Cinnabon cinnamon rolls. Here are the secrets Cinnabon doesn't want you to know.

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  • What It Really Means When You're Craving Ramen

    The regions of your brain that help you remember and feel pleasure have a helping hand in guiding your cravings. That's all well and good for familiar fare such as sweets and salty snacks, but what about more specific cravings, such as a steaming bowl of noodles in a savory broth?

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  • Surprising Facts You Never Knew About Red Vines

    Are you actually even watching a movie if you're not nibbling on Red Vines, those sweet braided strands of red licorice that have long been our cinema sidekicks? They're so ingrained in our candy culture that most of us probably never gave much thought to how Red Vines came about.

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  • This Is The Real Difference Between White Meat And Dark Meat

    Did you grow up in a household where fights broke out at the dinner table over who got the white meat and who got the dark meat? Is one really tastier or healthier than the other? Let's end the bickering and talk about the real difference between white and dark meat.

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  • The Surprising Ingredient That Makes Fake Fish Taste Real

    Meatless meat sales are booming, and yet, in one area, they continue to lag behind. To date, Long John Silver's has yet to introduce Impossible fried fish, nor has Popeye's added Beyond Butterfly Shrimp to their menu. But that may change in the near future.

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  • LeBron James' Favorite Blaze Pizza Revealed - Exclusive

    Basketball legend LeBron James' initial $1 million investment in Blaze in 2012 was a slam-dunk for both the L.A. Laker and the pizza chain; James has made at least $35 million off that cash. So what does this three-time NBA All-Star MVP consider his MVP -- as in, Most Valuable Pizza?

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  • Why You Should Think Twice About Eating White Rice

    White rice is a great companion to a lot of food — sushi, teriyaki chicken, or even just having it with soy sauce. It's also super easy to make, leaving us plenty of time to binge-watch our favorite shows. But is this grain actually good for us?

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  • You Really Shouldn't Eat Chilean Sea Bass. Here's Why

    Chilean sea bass used to be known as Patagonian toothfish. The name change was carried out for the sole purpose of making it seem more appealing to seafood fans. But certain facts about this fish tip the scales in favor of not eating it.

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  • What Really Happens To Milk When You Accidentally Leave It Out

    Milk is a colloid: just a bunch of fat and protein particles hanging out together in a liquid. In their unspoiled form, milk's proteins dislike each other. When you leave milk out in temperatures over 40 degrees Fahrenheit, however, you invite the growth of bacteria, resulting in curdling.

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  • The True Reason You Should Avoid Eating Bluefin Tuna

    Bluefin tuna is one of the most sought-after fish in the ocean. It's a favorite delicacy for the well-heeled who can afford to purchase the deep pink flesh of this luxury fish. However, you might want to think twice the next time you see this prized seafood on a menu and wat to order it.

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  • How America's Eggs Are Different From The Rest Of The World's

    If you've never traveled outside of the US, chances are you didn't even know American eggs are different from eggs sold in other countries. These differences are due to a variety of factors such as how the chickens are raised and the rules surrounding how eggs are processed before they're sold.

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  • This Is Why You Shouldn't Use Fat-Free Dairy Products

    Fat-free yogurt, milk, and even cheese have populated grocery store shelves in a manner that's either exciting or annoying, depending on your perspective. Turns out, using fat-free dairy products compromises the flavor of your food and can sometimes be less healthy than full-fat dairy items.

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  • Here's The Difference Between Gold And Silver Tequila

    Tequila has risen from the land of salt- and lime- shots and frozen margaritas to being one of the fastest-growing spirit markets. While the growth is obvious, the differences between types of tequila might not be. For example, what's the difference between gold and silver tequila?

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  • What You Never Noticed About Grocery Store Shopping Carts

    Between the 1930s and the 1970s the size of shopping cart steadily grew. By the 1970s, it became a truth universally acknowledged within university economics departments that the bigger the shopping cart, the more the consumer was likely to purchase.

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  • You Should Eat Cinnamon Every Day. Here's Why

    While cinnamon adds fragrance and flavor to our favorite meals and desserts, it is also believed to have properties that are beneficial to our health - so much so, you might want to find a way to incorporate cinnamon into your daily diet.

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  • What You Didn't Know About Shishito Peppers

    Wrinkly, thin-skinned shishito peppers tend to appear on restaurant menus preceded by cool adjectives like "blistered" and "charred." Due to growing conditions, plant stress, and other factors, roughly one in every 10 shishitos packs a bit of a spicy punch.

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  • The Real Reason You Shouldn't Add Milk To Your Scrambled Eggs

    On toast, with bacon, or just on their own, scrambled eggs are a classic breakfast comfort food. But just because they're simple and don't require many ingredients doesn't mean that they're easy to cook. And if you're adding milk to your scrambles, you're doing it all wrong.

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  • Discontinued Pizza Hut Items We Miss The Most

    Few pizzerias out there can match Pizza Hut when it comes to new variations on pizza. They did invent stuffed crust after all. Not all of Pizza Hut's creations have had staying power, and some are now meals of the distant past. Alas, here are the Pizza Hut items we miss the most.

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  • Here's The Real Difference Between Wet Aging And Dry Aging

    If you're unfamiliar with meat production, you may think that once you slaughter, clean, and butcher the animal it's ready to be consumed — but this is not exactly true. All meat needs to be aged before it is good to eat. There are two ways to age beef — wet and dry. What's the difference?

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  • The Reason Jack Daniel's Has Its Own Fire Department

    Maybe you've given thought to just how dangerous rickhouses, or storage houses, filled with around 1 million gallons of flammable liquor and aging wooden barrels might actually be. As it turns out, Jack Daniel's has its own fire department.

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  • The Untold Truth Of Salt Water Taffy

    Walking through a candy shop will usually bring you into a whole world of possibilities. But there's one candy shop staple that has taken the world by storm for decades. We're talking about salt water taffy. This is everything you didn't know about the popular summertime sweet treat.

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  • Are Brown Eggs Really Worth The Extra Cost?

    Is no secret brown eggs are going to cost more than white eggs. Some people who prefer to purchase brown eggs do so under the false assumption that they are healthier than white eggs. But there's a different reason for the higher price tag.

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  • The Real Reason Vault Soda Disappeared

    There are certain soft drinks that seemed to have all of the right ideas but none of the staying power. One of these sodas that looked particularly good on paper was Vault. Vault's foray into the world of energy drinks only lasted six short years.

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  • Here's What Happens When You Drink Sparkling Water Every Day

    Many people guzzle sparkling water because it doesn't contain any calories or sweeteners like juice or sugar. But too much of anything can have an impact on health, even if it's something as innocuous as water. Here is a look at what will happen if you drink sparkling water every day.

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  • Why You Should Never Put Oil Down The Drain

    Consider this your public service announcement. Cooking oil should never ever be poured down the drain. Pouring oil or other cooking fats, like bacon grease or beef tallow, into your kitchen sink can lead to serious damage. It may clog your pipes, and maybe do something even worse.

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  • When You Eat Red Cabbage Every Day, This Is What Happens

    Cabbage has a bit of a reputation as a boring vegetable. But perhaps that notion should be applied only to plain, green cabbage because nothing livens up a plate like it being bright purple. In fact, it's sometimes difficult to believe that red cabbage is grown naturally.

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  • Here's How To Save Chocolate That Has Seized

    Melting chocolate appears to be a straightforward task on the road to confectionery nirvana, but anyone who has found themselves staring at a gritty, curdled mess instead of the perfectly smooth, molten sweet they were expecting knows that this technique can be a little trickier than it seems.

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  • These Cooking Oils Have The Highest Smoke Point

    Heating your cooking oil past its smoke point can imbue your food with a foul, burnt taste. Not all cooking oils go up in smoke at the same temperature. Depending on the meal, you may want to choose an oil with a high smoke point to prevent your meal from being the low point of your day.

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  • This Is What Eating Bacon Every Day Does To Your Body

    Bacon is a popular way to start the morning in many kitchens across the country. However, most people save it for special occasions. Does the weekend count? Given that bacon is somewhat of a hassle to prepare, requires a good deal of cleanup, and people are concerned about the health impact.

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  • Here's What To Know About The Condensation In Your Leftovers

    In the Saran-wrapped bowl where you kept last night's leftovers, an ecosystem has formed. It's moist and raining. That would be fine if the contents of your refrigerator were a science project. But now you've got to answer a real-life problem: to eat or not to eat.

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  • Here's What Happens When You Eat Beans Every Day

    Beans are an incredibly versatile food that spans a wide range of varieties and potential uses. Unlike some foods that would be potentially difficult to consume on a daily basis, beans could easily be eaten every day, and perhaps even without the eater getting bored with them.

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  • Why You Won't See Mrs. Dash On Store Shelves Anymore

    If any spouse could spice up a marriage for the long haul, you'd probably expect it to be Mrs. Dash. But Mrs. Dash's marriage must have felt like an infernal mismatch over time because in February 2020, that news broke that Mrs. Dash would not only be salt-free but spouse-free.

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  • You've Been Storing Mangoes Wrong This Whole Time

    Mangoes might be one of the trickiest fruits to handle. From choosing a perfectly ripe mango to properly cutting it to avoid wasting any of the delicious fruit, mangoes are fairly high maintenance and require some extra effort.

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  • The Real Difference Between Milk And Evaporated Milk

    If you've ever been confused by the varieties of milk out there, you're not alone. Whether it's made from soybeans, almonds, oats, or coconuts, milk has proved to us that it's anything but a singular product. On that note, what's the difference between regular milk and evaporated milk?

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  • Here's What Happens When You Drink Beer Every Day

    According to a recent study, the preferred alcohol among Americans — 63 perfect of whom drink alcohol — is, perhaps unsurprisingly, beer (via USA Today). Of American drinkers, 42 percent of them consider beer to be their favorite alcoholic beverage.

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  • The Special Cinnamon Used In Cinnabon's Famous Rolls

    There can be no discussion about Cinnabon's cinnamon rolls without addressing its tantalizing scent, which Bon Appetit describes as a union of browned butter, caramelized brown sugar, bread, and warm cinnamon. What kind of cinnamon do they use in their rolls?

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  • When You Eat Mushrooms Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Body

    Mushrooms have a wide range of varieties and an equally wide range of health benefits. They're used in cuisines the world over given their versatility. While the most popular type is the classic and beloved white button mushroom, the name "mushroom" has been applied to 38,000 types of fungus.

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  • This Is What Happens When You Drink Too Much Coffee

    You have your first cup of coffee or two to wake you up in the morning, then a pick-me-up at the office to keep you awake during a meeting. Around 2 p.m., you grab a latte while catching up with some friends, and end dinner at your favorite Italian restaurant with shots of espresso.

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  • The Truth About Goya Foods

    Chances are good that if you open your pantry or your refrigerator, you probably have a Goya Foods product or two sitting on a shelf. There's more to Goya's history as a company than politics and boycotts. Here's what you really need to know about Goya Foods.

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  • The Real Reason Bananas Turn Black

    If you've ever had a bunch of bananas turn dark brown or even black way too fast, then you've probably been frustrated at having to use them quickly or freeze them to keep from wasting them. The real reason bananas ripen as they do comes down to temperature as well as a chemical reaction.

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  • The Surprising Ingredient That Makes XO Sauce So Good

    This could well be the most versatile Chinese condiment you've never heard of. The deceptively unassuming XO sauce was imagined and created to go with just about everything it is served with, from steamed rice rolls to turnip cakes. What is its secret ingredient?

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  • Bacon Vs. Sausage: Which Is Worse For You?

    Crispy bacon and savory sausage have been a staple of breakfasts for decades. Add some eggs or toast to the mix and you have a delightful meal to wake up to. However, if you're trying to eat healthier, it might be time to think about which breakfast meat is worse for you.

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  • The Real Reason People Stopped Buying Crisco

    Before it disappeared from minds and kitchen cabinets, Crisco was actually invented specifically to replace lard after Upton Sinclair's novel The Jungle's portrayal of the meat packaging industry. Why don't people use it much these days?

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  • The Real Difference Between French Dressing And Russian Dressing

    Because of the similarity in their ingredients, Thousand Island dressing is sometimes swapped out for Russian dressing on a Reuben sandwich, but you probably wouldn't see French dressing switched out for Russian dressing on a Reuben. What's the real difference between the two?

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  • Here's What Eating Egg Whites Every Day Actually Does To You

    High in protein, but without cholesterol or saturated fat, egg whites are the perfect choice for people on a healthy diet (via Live Science). At the same time, they lack some of the important nutritional aspects of the egg yolk. Here's what happens to your body if you eat egg whites every day.

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  • The Mysterious Origin Of Beer Can Chicken

    There's nothing quite like beer can chicken: The barbecue hack is half myth, half pseudoscience, and 100 percent a great conversation starter for your cookout. You might find the science of beer can chicken confusing, and the origin story is no different.

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  • The Weird Ingredient That's In Your Orange Juice

    In many cases, bottled orange juice includes artificial flavoring — regardless of what the label says. Alissa Hamilton, the author of Squeezed: What You Don't Know About Orange Juice, writes orange juice drinkers are "misinformed about what it is they are drinking."

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  • Here's What Happens When You Drink Green Tea Every Day

    Green tea is often lauded as one of the healthiest drinks available. According to Umami Insider, green tea is widely consumed in countries like Japan, which has one of the longest life expectancies in the world (via World Bank). So, there may certainly be some truth to the claim.

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  • The Untold Story Of America's First French-Trained Chef

    French cuisine has always held a certain prestige and mystique, especially in the United States. But the cuisine wasn't brought to the States by a French-born chef. French food's culinary ambassador was James Hemings, a Paris-trained chef and slave of Thomas Jefferson.

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  • The Surprising Origin Of Mozzarella Sticks

    The precursor to mozzarella sticks might have been invented in medieval France in the late 14th century. But the deep-fried mozzarella sticks we love today may be more closely related to Americans' love for everything fried.

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  • Unpopular Opinion: Why Pepsi Is Better Than Coke

    Coke is winning the cola wars against Pepsi. Coke is found in more fast-food restaurants and can also claim a more colorful origin story. Despite all of Coke's apparent advantages, we take the unpopular stance that Pepsi is actually better than Coke.

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  • Details You Didn't Know About Intelligentsia Coffee

    Intelligentsia Coffee was started by two friends who found the local coffee scene to be lacking high-quality freshly roasted varieties. After fruitlessly searching for the perfect cup, the pair embarked on a mission to be the change they wished to see in the coffee world.

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  • The Surprising Origin Of Pepperoni Pizza

    American pizza, of course, is a descendent of the Italian pie. Pepperoni, on the other hand, is a New World addition. Food writer and historian John Mariani called pepperoni "purely an Italian-American creation."

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  • Are Costco's Oreos Actually Different?

    If you've ever tested fountain soda against the same canned product, you know it tastes different. And when it comes to our favorite sandwich cookie, Oreos, tasters swear there's a difference between the Costco package and other kinds.

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  • Why You Should Think Twice Before Buying Pre-Ripened Fruit

    When you walk into a produce section of a supermarket, it's difficult not to fall prey to the siren song of all the beautiful colored fruits beckoning to be washed and eaten. But if that fruit has been pre-ripened, it might not last very long on your countertops

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  • Genius Ways To Make Your PB&J Healthier

    Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches have been around since the beginning of the 1900s. And, thank goodness for that, right? The average, homemade, PB&J on soft bread has 210 calories, 9 grams of fat, 28 grams of carbohydrates, and 10 grams sugar. There are ways to make this sandwich a bit healthier

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  • Why Sam's Club's Unusual Grapes Have Shoppers Excited

    If you think fruit tastes too fruit-like, then you're probably all over the food trend of fruits that are flavored to taste like something else. If you're a fan of flavored grapes, then you'll definitely want to bust out your Sam's Club membership card or break down and buy a membership.

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  • Things You Should Never Do In Costco

    Excellent savings. Free samples. Giant containers of cheese balls. What's not to love about Costco? But your next trip to Costco may not be as simple as you think. You, or your fellow shoppers, could actually be precisely what many Costco customers and employees despise.

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  • The Real Reason Costco's Bacon Is So Cheap

    One of those private label items that Costco members love to buy is Kirkland bacon. It's easy to understand why. Bacon in bulk — 64 ounces to be exact, or four 16-ounce packages — can never be a bad thing, especially, at such a ham-tastic price. Why is it so cheap?

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How-To (15)

  • This Time-Saving Egg Salad Hack Changes Everything

    In the endless amount of time that it takes you to individually peel all the hardboiled eggs you need for your egg salad sandwich, you could watch the entire Lord of the Rings series. But there's a hack that allows you to prepare your egg salad eggs in just five minutes.

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  • This Trick Makes Cutting Jalapeños A Breeze

    But cutting into a jalapeño is another story entirely. Slicing open your favorite, hot pepper is an art, and it's on you to master it. Anyone who has cut into a jalapeño only for its seeds to explode all over your kitchen counter knows what we mean.

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  • Here's How Long It Takes To Grill Hot Dogs

    Humphrey Bogart famously quipped, "A hot dog at the ballgame beats roast beef at the Ritz." How do you get a perfectly grilled hot dog that makes you want to hum the refrain of "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" as you eat it?

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  • You've Been Roasting Marshmallows Wrong This Whole Time

    Roasting marshmallows is a summertime rite of passage. But if your marshmallow roasting skills aren't up to par, you may be in for a scorched, sloppy mess rather than a sublime, oozy treat. Sticking your marshmallow directly into or over the flame is the wrong way to do things.

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  • You've Been Shelling Peanuts Wrong This Whole Time

    Are you shelling peanuts the right way? Or are you spending valuable time and finger muscle effort twisting, shattering, and otherwise butchering the peanut shelling process? Following this advice, you can shell your peanuts with minimal effort.

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  • You Can Make Cold Brew Without A Coffee Maker. Here's How

    Many people make cold brew by just leaving a pot of coffee out overnight to cool, but we're here to tell you there's a better, tastier method that doesn't involve a coffee maker at all! All it takes are a few items you likely already own and a bit of planning.

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  • Make Soft Serve With These 3 Ingredients In Just 5 Minutes

    Soft serve is perfect for those days when you want to pamper your taste buds with something gentler than a hard, cold scoop of ice cream. In an interview with Mashed, chef Palak Patel explained a super easy to make your own soft serve in just five minutes.

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  • Here's How To Find Your Grill's Hot Spots

    Before you burn another expensive steak or render your grilled chicken breasts inedible, you may want to get to know your grill a little better. Just like the oven in your kitchen, grills have hot spots that tend to cook food faster. Here's how to find them.

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  • Here's How To Save Your Burnt Pots And Pans

    Burnt pots and pans are part of the cooking experience - not a pleasant part, but an unavoidable one. Luckily, there are plenty of options for cleaning your pots and pans. Some of those methods rely on tems you probably already have in your home.

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  • Here's How To Make Tea In A French Press

    You know how to brew the perfect cup of joe with your French press. You may also already know that you can froth milk, rinse grains, and make broth with your French press (via Epicurious). But did you know that your French press is also the answer to how to make a perfect cup of tea?

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  • You've Been Cutting Mangos Wrong Your Whole Life

    If you've ever tried to cut a mango or bitten into one, then chances are you know there is a big, flat seed in the middle that makes enjoying the fruit a little more difficult. Luckily, there is a proper way to cut mangos so you won't waste their flesh in the process.

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  • The Biggest Way You're Annoying Aldi Checkers

    Who doesn't love Aldi? It has so much goodness in just five aisles. Aldi is also known for having speedy and efficient checkers. So why would you want to annoy them? You wouldn't! So be polite and courteous, and most importantly, don't even think about taking the checker's cart.

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  • Try Adding These Sauces The Next Time You Make Rice

    While you may be used to just drizzling on some soy sauce with a pat of butter or spooning leftover Chinese take-out or curry onto your bowl of rice, we would like to humbly suggest you try something new next time you're looking for an easy and flavorful meal that won't break the bank.

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  • Aldi Drinks That Should Be In Your Fridge Right Now

    Aldi believers know that the budget grocery retailer has some truly hidden gems. With so many items to buy and try, sometimes you might need some guidance as to what's worth giving a shot and what to avoid. To begin with, you should stick to some drinks over others from Aldi.

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  • You'll Regret Eating Brad's Organic Peanut Butter. Here's Why

    All kinds of peanut butter line grocery store shelves and some simply may not taste as good as others. If you are trying to figure out what kind of organic peanut butter to eat on your next PB&J, you might want to skip Brad's Organic peanut butter. Here's why you might regret eating it.

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  • What You Should Know Before Eating Edible Gold

    From 23-karat gold-dusted chocolate bacon to the Serendipity 3 Frrrozen Haute Chocolate, which clocks in at a cool $25,000, edible gold seems capable of taking the most basic of foods and turning them into works of art. But the luxury ingredient also raises some important questions

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  • You'll Regret Eating Justin's Peanut Butter. Here's Why

    If you're a fan of flavored nut butters, there's a good chance you've tried at least one of Justin's. With its obvious passion for all things nut butter and a written guarantee of high-quality, natural ingredients, it's hard to believe this brand could miss the mark on classic peanut butter.

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  • You've Been Trimming The Fat Off Your Steak All Wrong

    Fat gives steak all that flavor that makes it taste like nirvana in your mouth. So how and when do you trim the fat from your steak? The answer may surprise you. In fact, you might find you've been trimming the fat from your steak all wrong.

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  • Here's What Happens When You Take Turmeric Every Day

    Many of turmeric's health benefits come from a substance called curcumin. While curcumin is amazing for your body, it's difficult to eat enough turmeric to truly reap the benefits of curcumin. There are also possible complications you might want to avoid.

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  • This Simple Trick Makes Boring Rice Delicious

    Rice for dinner may sound dull, but with a few simple additions, you can transform a bowl of boring into something more satisfying. Substituting broth in place of water is a game-changer. Your rice will be salty and bold and delectable all on its own.

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  • Giada De Laurentiis' Savory 'Italian PB&J' Is A Game-Changer

    Giada De Laurentiis' Italian version of the PB&J has rave reviews from her loyal Instagram following. Before you go rushing to your cabinet to pull out of a jar of your favorite peanut butter, you should know that the Italian version of PB&Js shares only one ingredient with the American: bread.

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  • Here's The Trick To Keeping Turkey Moist

    There are two camps when it comes to how to achieve moist turkey meat. There are those who think you should carve the turkey up before you cook it, and then there are those who think that's absolutely crazy. They say the real way to get a moist turkey is to start by cooking it upside down.

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  • Delicious Mushroom Types You've Probably Never Heard Of

    While there are 10,000 types of known mushroom species growing in North America, judging from the fungi departments of supermarkets, one would think that portobellos and creminis are about as exotic as things can be. But there are many wild varieties you may be missing out on.

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  • You Should Never Throw Out Overripe Peaches. Here's Why

    You'd be forgiven for thinking that overripe peaches are the pits. Biting into a peach that's past its prime ruins the fantastic magic of youth and satisfaction that the fruit embodies. Thankfully, there are all sorts of ways to save peaches once it's no longer peachy to eat on their own.

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  • Why You Should Think Twice About Using Steak Sauce

    There really is only one reason that consistently comes to mind to cover steak with steak sauce, and that is to hide the taste of something that doesn't make your taste buds happy in the first place. Here's the reason shouldn't.

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  • Here's Why You Should Start Eating Dandelion Greens

    When most people notice dandelions beginning to pop up in their yards and gardens, they sigh and get to weeding. But we're here to tell you that next time you spot patches of those bright yellow tufts in your perfectly manicured lawn, you should think twice before breaking out the herbicide.

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  • This Is The Most Overrated Cut Of Beef

    For decades, filet mignon has symbolized some sort of holy grail of fine dining. You might feel the need to fork over 30 bucks for a pound of the precious beef cut. But ask a chef or cook, and they might not have such a reverent opinion of filet mignon.

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  • This Is How Long You Should Cook Chicken On The Grill

    There's nothing like enjoying your favorite beverage on a warm day while smelling the incredible aroma of seasoned chicken cooking on the grill. There are so many ways to make this versatile meat. However, knowing how long to leave your chicken on the grill can be a bit tricky.

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  • You Should Stop Using Vegetable Oil. Here's Why

    The word vegetable in vegetable oil is a bit of a misnomer, if you ask us. This pale golden colored oil's name is given out in a seemingly liberal manner. In fact, any oil that comes from a plant gets the name vegetable oil. 85 percent of what we call vegetable oil is unadulterated soybean oil.

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  • Baker Reveals The Correct Way To Measure Flour For Recipes

    Sarah Wais, culinary expert at Wilton, the global leader in the baking and cake decorating space for over 90 years, offers the same words of wisdom. "Baking is a science and science requires accurate measurements. To ensure your recipe turns out right, make sure to properly measure ingredients."

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  • Put Tea On Your Windows And Watch What Happens

    Windows can tell you a lot about a home, but keeping your windows clean can be a challenge if you don't have an army of window cleaners at your disposal. Luckily, while they would certainly make the task quicker, you don't need them. Here's why.

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  • Pretzels Aren't As Healthy As You Think. Here's Why

    This salty snack food is not as healthy as you might think. A single ounce of hard pretzels contains about 109 calories, almost 23 grams of carbs, and 23.4 percent of the recommended daily intake of sodium. At first glance, that might all seem well and good, but so much has to do with portion size.

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  • You've Probably Been Drinking Apple Cider Vinegar All Wrong

    Many people down a shot of ACV every day in hopes of realizing its potential benefits. But before you hop on the bandwagon, you may want to slow down and learn the proper way to drink apple cider vinegar — and if you're already a fan of this seemingly magic elixir, you may be drinking it wrong.

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  • Instant Oatmeal Isn't As Healthy As You Think. Here's Why

    It is easier to rely on oatmeal that can be microwaved with the addition of water or milk, but many pre-packaged instant oatmeals are full of sugar. Oatmeal can be very heart-healthy thanks to its soluble fiber, but when there's tons of added sugar, you may be cancelling out the health benefits.

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  • These Are The Worst Fruits Ever

    Red delicious apples? Cherries? Durian? What fruit truly is the worst fruit ever? It's a matter of opinion and that's precisely what we found when we asked Mashed fans which fruit in their opinion truly is the worst ever? Maybe you'll agree or maybe there's another fruit that you just can't stand.

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  • The Weirdest Ways People Around The World Cook Steak

    When it comes to all the different ways we can prepare some of our favorite foods, steak is pretty straightforward. But did you know that people around the world cook steak in many different ways? Check out these weird and wonderful ways that people around the world have of enjoying their steaks.

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  • The Mistake Everyone Makes Buying Chicken At The Grocery Store

    If you're on a budget, buying in bulk can really help you save money. But if you're buying bulk chicken in pieces, you could be making a big mistake. Instead of spending extra money on the convenience of pre-cut chicken breasts or thighs, you'll want to buy a whole chicken for less.

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  • You've Been Eating Broccoli Wrong This Whole Time

    You might not be getting the most out of one particular vitamin-packed green if you're not eating it right. If you throw away your broccoli stems instead of eating them, you've been eating broccoli wrong this whole time.

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  • You've Been Reheating Fried Chicken Wrong This Whole Time

    Whether you've made it yourself or swung through the KFC drive-thru, fried chicken deserves all the love you have to give. After all, the whole thing is a process. Should you somehow have any fried chicken leftovers, please don't disrespect it with shoddy reheating techniques.

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  • You Shouldn't Throw Out Banana Peels. Here's Why

    Given the world's love affair with vegan-friendly burgers, good meatless bacon couldn't have been far behind. But who would expect it to come from trash? That's right — banana peel bacon is a thing, and it's the reason you should stop throwing out those peels.

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  • You've Been Drinking Beer All Wrong

    If you drink beer straight from the bottle, you're limiting your enjoyment. When you pour beer into a glass, you create the tiny little bubbles that you love to watch rise and burst, releasing the beer's aromas and significantly enhancing your experience.

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  • These Veggies Are Best In Summer Months

    As Heather Ramsdell, culinary expert and editorial director of The Spruce Eats, puts it, "A vast majority of vegetables are noticeably riper, more fragrant, and more delicious in North America in July and August."

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  • Here's Why You Should Hold On To Leftover Lemon Peels

    It never fails that a recipe only calls for part of a lemon, such as the juice. That means you might be tossing the rest of the fruit out if all you needed was that one part, but there are so many reasons and ways to make the most of leftover lemon rinds.

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  • The Secret Use For Vanilla Pods You Never Thought Of

    If a recipe calls for the seeds of a vanilla bean pod or two, then you might just scrape its contents out and toss the pod itself. But, there's actually an ingenious way to use the pod so you get more use (and vanilla bean flavor) for your dollar.

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  • You've Been Eating Strawberries All Wrong

    If you're like the average U.S. American, you'll eat about 4.85 pounds of the delicious, red fruit in their fresh or frozen form this year. How do you prepare strawberries for eating? Do you simply cut off their green, leafy, tops? Then you've been eating strawberries wrong you're entire life.

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  • The Game-Changing Trick For Better Rice Krispies Treats

    If you haven't admitted to yourself that Rice Krispies treats are a perfect sweet treat, then it's time to do so — not to mention, it's so easy to make and only calls for a few ingredients. However, there are a few things that can significantly improve your Rice Krispies treats.

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  • Mistakes You're Making When Cooking A Heritage Chicken

    Unlike modern chickens raised for meat, heritage chicken are raised on pasture instead of housed inside industrial cages. Notably, heritage birds are lean. In the kitchen, their well-exercised muscles can lead to many cooking pitfalls.

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  • The Secret To Properly Reheating Coffee

    Any sane coffee lover might tell you not to reheat cold coffee. But is there a way to salvage coffee-gone-room-temperature without creating a bitter, unstomachable brew? Maybe, but you've got to go into it with your eyes wide open.

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  • Martha Stewart's Unusual Egg Cooking Hack Changes Everything

    Everyone who makes scrambled eggs will probably tell you that theirs are the best. Still, when Martha Stewart shares her professional cooking tips, especially when it comes to making this beloved dish, it would be silly not to jump on the bandwagon and give it a try.

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  • The Real Reason You're Craving Burnt Food

    Do you and your family members ever fight over the burnt ends of a baguette, or a blackened blackened bit of barbecue? Or, do you order your bacon so crispy it's actually burnt, or purposefully letting the popcorn cook for a few minutes past when you can hear the last kernel pop?

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  • These PB&J Hacks Will Change Everything

    There is something so satisfying and comforting about a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, which can be kind of like eating a candy bar for lunch. However, to really make the classic sandwich even more delicious, it's time to rethink how you build it.

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  • You Shouldn't Make Oatmeal With Plain Water. Here's Why

    The reasons for oatmeal-gone-wrong are simple. You've probably underseasoned it. That's right: Once again, underseasoning is likely the culprit of your bad breakfast. How can you possibly mix oats with water, throw in a couple berries, and call it a day?

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  • Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Tilapia

    We present this hopefully helpful outline of ways to not mess up your tilapia with the hopes that you and this ever-present white fish can move forward together, forming a better bond. And that bond also includes seasoning the hell out of it and drowning it in butter... but more on that later.

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  • Avoid These Mistakes When Making An Old-Fashioned

    Whether an old-fashioned is your standby drink that you want to make at home or you simply want to try the classic cocktail for the first time, it is a deceptively simple drink. But because the drink is so simple, it is even more important to get all of the components right.

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  • Avoid These Mistakes When Making A Margarita

    In 2019, Nielsen crowned the margarita as America's best-selling cocktail. Don't worry — we're not here to talk you out of ordering them. And neither would margarita-aficionados Jennifer Anniston, Matthew McConaughey, or George Clooney. If you're itching to make your own, don't make these mistakes.

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  • Pastry Chef Breaks Down The Best Way To Make Brownies

    No matter how refined your tastes and how expert-level your baking skills, there are times when you're not in the mood for a madeleine or a macaron (or a macaroon, for that matter). Instead, the one thing you're craving is a good old fudgy, chewy brownie. Here's the best way to make them.

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  • The Surprising Hack That Makes Baking Cookies A Breeze

    Often, a cookie is just the thing to quell your craving — just one soft and chewy chocolate chip cookie to appease the longing for carbs and sugar. But, if you're after the homemade variety, you might not have the time or patience to make a big batch.

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  • You Should Never Use Minced Garlic From A Jar. Here's Why

    There's nothing like fresh garlic. But chopping it can be time-consuming and create uneven chunks. However, even poorly chopped fresh garlic is better than the alternative: minced garlic from a jar, or, as we like to call it, garlic in purgatory.

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  • The Game-Changing Trick That Makes Frozen French Fries Better

    There's a reason why what we think are fresh fries — particularly ones that come from your favorite restaurants — taste so much better than their frozen counterparts do, and that all has to do with the way you prepare them. How can you elevate your frozen french fries at home?

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    The word "budget" as it pertains to food usually conjures up images of crinkly packages of ramen noodles. Why not opt for something just as satisfying with real chicken fresh off the bone, steamed veggies, and savory rice that will feed four people for less than $3 per serving?

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  • Which Is A Better Breakfast Drink, Tea Or Coffee?

    It seems fair to say most coffee and tea drinkers need that jolt of energy caffeine provides to get us functioning and moving in the morning. But which of these drinks is the healthier way to begin your morning ritual?

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