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Survey Reveals The Party Snacks People Should Stop Making Shutterstock By Naomi Kennedy/April 13, 2021 8:04 pm EST Hosting a party isn’t necessarily the least stressful thing to do, but it’s still fun nonetheless, and if you’re looking to be the hostess with the mostess of your friend group, having a delicious spread of food is key to putting on a successful event. Filling the snack table with yummy treats or a one-of-a-kind dip can leave a lasting impression for days, weeks, or even years, not to mention that whipping up these types of foods are oftentimes a bit easier than putting together a full meal and cheaper than going the catering route....

The Big Food Trend Maneet Chauhan Predicted Theo Wargo/Getty Images By Neala Broderick/May 14, 2021 3:55 pm EST If anyone knows food, it’s Maneet Chauhan. The enthusiastic chef makes and breaks dreams as a judge on Food Network’s “Chopped” and still somehow manages to run four restaurants with her husband, according to Worth. Before her judging days, she showed off her cooking skills on “Iron Chef America” and was star-struck to be competing against a longtime idol of hers, Masaharu Morimoto....

The Bizarre Foot-Shaped ’80s Ice Cream You Forgot About Instagram By Sydney Rende/July 8, 2021 4:02 pm EST While the US is deep in its ’90s renaissance (scrunchies, bucket hats, a revamped obsession with Hot Pockets and Pop-Tarts), it appears that across the pond, the British are having their own nostalgic moment for goods from the ’80s. While we’re over here strapping fanny packs to our hips and air-frying deliciously bad-for-you prepackaged foods, the UK is bringing back a different sort of nostalgic feet — ahem, treat....

The Hilarious Way One Person Dispensed Pizza Rolls From Their Freezer Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/May 31, 2021 12:09 pm EST Ah, pizza rolls. Such a delicious snack that does not get far enough credit. If you’ve ever tried to make pizza rolls at home and wished for an easier way to get access to them, or make them taste even better without going to too much trouble, the internet is here to the rescue....

The Massive Amount Of Cows Your McDonald’s Burger Meat Could Come From Shutterstock By Owen Duff/Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 12:51 pm EST As plant-based proteins gain acceptance in the U.S. fast food market, with burger chains like Carl’s Jr, Shake Shack, and Burger King now offering vegan-friendly menu items, the future of the U.S. meat industry looks increasingly uncertain. Quick service industry leader McDonald’s gave a vote of confidence to plant-based foods earlier in 2021, signing a three-year global contract with Beyond Meat (via Eat This, Not That!...

The One Food Barack Obama Can’t Say No To Hannes Magerstaedt/Getty Images By Naomi Kennedy/July 18, 2021 10:18 pm EST We all know the importance of maintaining a healthy and well-balanced diet, but even those with extraordinary willpower have a few treats that they just cannot seem to say no to. For some, it’s a heaping plate of pasta that makes their eyes light up, while others can’t resist an ice cream cone whether the temperatures outside warrant one or not....

The Reason People Are Trying To Sue McDonald’s For Its Vanilla Cones Bloomberg/Getty Images By Felix Behr/March 5, 2021 5:14 pm EST In California, McDonald’s faces a proposed class action lawsuit. According to Lexology, the allegation is that by promoting cones with vanilla flavoring as vanilla cones, McDonald’s tricked customers into thinking that the ice cream they bought derived its flavor from real vanilla plants. McDonald’s, of course, denies this allegation and has moved to dismiss the case, stating that no person ordering a vanilla cone from a fast-food restaurant would actually expect vanilla as the sole flavoring ingredient....

The Temperature Mistake You’re Probably Making When Cooking Shutterstock By Rachel Pasche/April 2, 2021 11:52 am EST What temperature mistakes are you probably making while cooking? Chances are you’re doing something wrong with water, the unsung hero of kitchens everywhere. It really doesn’t get nearly enough credit or praise for its versatility in cooking, especially considering that it’s used when preparing nearly every meal. Think we’re wrong? Try cooking without water for a day and see how good your stir-fries, oatmeal, pasta, rice, or meats turn out....

The Untold Truth Of Burrata Cheese Instagram By Carly Caramanna/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 11:05 am EST Burrata is here, and it is here to stay. Few things have made such an everlasting impact on the food industry as we know it today more so than the Italian cheese that swept the United States just a few short years ago. We’ve never been known to shy away from a nice, sharp cheddar, or turn down a crumbly goat cheese, but no cheese has held a candle to the allure of burrata....

The Worst Olive Garden Dessert According To Over 26% Of People TonelsonProductions/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Aug. 23, 2021 1:59 pm EST When you think of eating at Olive Garden, what comes to mind? The chain’s ever-popular all-you-can eat breadsticks, soups, and salads, most likely, as well as their ginormous bowls of pasta. You may even wash down your mega-meal with a great big glass o’vino, but after all this gorging, how could you possibly have any room left for dessert?...

This Family-Owned Dairy Just Broke Their Own World Record For Longest String Cheese Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/June 30, 2021 12:10 pm EST Wisconsin has something else to feel proud about these days. According to “Today,” Wisconsin’s own Weyauwega Star Dairy pulled off a remarkable feat a few days ago. The family that owns the dairy set an impressive record when they worked with a fair number of Weyauwega’s 1,700 citizens to create the longest chain of string cheese in the world, measuring 3,832 feet — nearly three-quarters of a mile....

This Oat Milk Creamer At Costco Is Turning Heads Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/April 19, 2021 12:01 pm EST Costco has great news for people who are looking to cut back on dairy. Whether you’re a vegan who wants a satisfying milk substitute, looking for ways to make a lighter version of your regular cup of joe, or are simply not a fan of regular milk-based products, then Oatsome’s light creamer might just be exactly what you’re looking for....

What Is A Cornish Game Hen And What Does It Taste Like? Shutterstock By Robin Miller/April 17, 2021 7:08 am EST Imagine if you were served an entire chicken, and then you proceeded to devour the whole bird – breast, thighs, drumsticks, everything – all by yourself. Don’t be ashamed, if you nuzzled up to a Cornish game hen, that’s the expectation. The USDA defines a Cornish game hen as “an immature chicken younger than five weeks old, of either sex, with a ready-to-cook carcass weight of two pounds or less....

What Is Chermoula And How Do You Use It? Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/Aug. 14, 2021 3:40 pm EST With a flavor profile that tastes almost like a mix between pesto, chimichurri, and salsa verde, chermoula is a piquant, spicy, cilantro-forward green sauce that hails from Northern Africa. Essentially a type of relish, it sometimes also goes by charmoula. It comes from the Arabic word chermel, which means “to rub” or marinate, according to Simply Recipes....

Who Is Giada De Laurentiis’ Boyfriend? Aaron Davidson/Getty Images By Alexandra Cass/Updated: March 22, 2021 10:24 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis is a household name for anyone who’s a fan of Food Network. The Italian born and raised chef has amassed a huge fan base over the last two decades, using her Roman roots, and impressive culinary skills to inspire audiences all over the world....

10 Best Substitutes For Aleppo Pepper Shutterstock By Katherine Mclaughlin/July 28, 2021 3:24 pm EST Aleppo pepper, named after the Syrian city Aleppo, is a deep red, mildly hot chili flake used commonly in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes (via Leite’s Culinaria). Also known as the Halaby pepper, it can be used to add spice and a little extra kick to nearly any dish, regardless of origin. It’s often described as having an earthy, slightly sweet, oily flavor profile....

43% Of People Say This Is Their Favorite Breakfast Food Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Feb. 3, 2021 1:57 pm EST Rumor has it that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Not only does a hearty spread first thing in the a.m. give you fuel to start off your day, but there are tons of delicious options to choose from. There are fluffy scrambled eggs paired with perfectly crispy toast slathered in butter and a side of greasy bacon....

Aldi Fans Have Mixed Feelings About Its Ground Beef Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Aug. 6, 2021 6:40 pm EST Aldi is a popular chain, in large part because they are able to offer cheaper prices than other grocery stores on many of their products. However, while everyone loves saving money, it ceases to be a good deal if the quality of the product is not up to par. Unfortunately, some Aldi shoppers have had that experience when purchasing their brand of ground beef....

Crustless Tomato Pie Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/June 21, 2021 10:10 am EST If you’re looking for a fun lunchtime offering that stands out a bit from more classic sandwiches or salads, why not try a savory tart? Similar to a quiche, this tomato pie from recipe developer Kristen Carli is loaded with flavor. And perhaps best of all for those on a low-carb or gluten-free diet: it has no crust....

Easy Funnel Cake Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: July 28, 2021 8:10 am EST Funnel cakes are one of the most beloved of the myriad treats that you can pick up at just about any state fair, carnival, or amusement park. They consist of a mildly sweet fried dough that has been pumped into a deep fryer so that it comes out as crispy squiggles. While it may seem like this isn’t something you could do yourself, now you can make your own funnel cakes at home with this easy recipe....