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Why You Should Wait An Hour Before Drinking Coffee In The Morning Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/July 27, 2021 12:41 pm EST Oh, coffee. As far as we’re concerned, that old Folgers ad got it right — the best part of waking up, for us, is having some coffee in our cup. Many is the night we’ve gone to bed already dreaming about our morning cup of joe, and many is the morning we’ve reached for the coffee pot within minutes of rolling out of bed....

Why You Shouldn’t Bother With IHOP’s Harvest Grain ‘N Nut Pancakes Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/May 13, 2021 3:43 pm EST IHOP (International House of Pancakes) is synonymous with classic, affordable American breakfast food. While they have other menu items, they’re most well known for their pancakes — it is in the name, after all. And while there have been many debates over whether it is good or bad — a Reddit chain serves as an example — there’s no denying it holds a special place in Americans’ hearts....

You’ve Been Cutting Kohlrabi Wrong This Whole Time Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/April 22, 2021 7:57 am EST Kohlrabi may not be the most ubiquitous food, but if you’re unacquainted with the gnarled vegetable, be sure to try one out ASAP! They’re delicious, very healthful, and a great alternative to some of the more well-known veggies out there. Kohlrabi is especially well-regarded in European countries such as Germany, according to German Food Guide, and its largest edible component is its “bulb,” or the bulbous root at the end of the stalks....

18 Shredded Chicken Recipes To Whip Up Tonight Ksenia Prints/Mashed By Lauren Rothman/June 10, 2021 9:40 am EST Even for those of us who love cooking, coming up with new and exciting dishes night after night can be a challenge. Recipe fatigue sets in, and soon, instead of flipping through our favorite cookbooks, logging on to our favorite recipe blogs, or even just browsing the grocery store aisles for inspiration, we go into autopilot, preparing the same old lasagna or beef stew we could cook in our sleep....

Copycat Pizza Hut Cavatini Recipe Petar Marshall/Mashed By Petar Marshall AND Mashed Staff/July 27, 2021 9:10 am EST It’s been a while since Pizza Hut’s coveted cavatini pasta was on the menu, and fans have definitely missed it. Really, is there anything better than a huge pan of piping hot pasta paired with plenty of toppings? It had everything a pizza in the form of pasta should, from sausage, onion, and peppers to plenty of sauce and a whole lot of ooey, gooey, delicious cheese....

Costco Shoppers Are Obsessed With This Frozen Detroit-Style Pizza Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/Updated: June 22, 2021 10:24 am EST Frozen pizza can definitely be hit or miss. While there are some good options, many frozen varieties fall flat when compared to a fresh-baked pizza that is delivered piping hot to your door. However, Costco’s new Motor City Pizza Co.’s Detroit-style double pepperoni deep dish pizza is changing many people’s perception of what frozen pizza can be....

Don’t Serve Borscht Without This Traditional Side Dish Shutterstock By Cassidy Dawn Graves/Updated: Feb. 24, 2021 4:54 pm EST One of the best antidotes to a cold winter day is a hot bowl of soup. While some prefer brothy chicken noodle or creamy chowder, don’t overlook borscht. The hearty Ukrainian (and Russian, and Polish) soup is traditionally made with beets, cabbage, vinegar, root vegetables, and meats like ham hock or beef, The New York Times explains....

Easy Banana Split Cupcakes Recipe Molly Allen/Mashed By Molly Allen/Aug. 17, 2021 8:03 am EST When it comes to ice cream desserts, few dishes are as classic as a good ol’ banana split. You can typically order one of these decked-out treats at diners, ice cream shops, and even at Dairy Queen. But what if you could enjoy all of the delicious flavors that come together in a banana split in cupcake form?...

Easy Oatmeal Raisin Muffins Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/June 8, 2021 1:07 pm EST Say hello to your new favorite breakfast treat! These easy oatmeal raisin muffins are quick to make and will start your day off on the right foot. Created by recipe developer and private practice registered dietician Kristen Carli, these muffins are just sweet enough to brighten your morning but provide enough nutritional value to actually be a beneficial morning meal....

Giada De Laurentiis’ Steak Involtini Was Inspired By Classic Roman Cooking Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/May 20, 2021 7:34 pm EST In Italian, the word “involtini” means “various small bites of food consisting of some sort of outer layer wrapped around a filling”, according to The Spruce Eats. This can include any kind of wrapping made of different meats or vegetables that are filled with more of the same, along with cheese, nuts, and other tasty, stuffable ingredients....

Good News For Burger King Fans In Nigeria Matthew Horwood/Getty Images By Erich Barganier/April 15, 2021 2:08 pm EST Burger King has had its eye on Africa for some time. According to the Financial Times, the fast food empire has sought new restaurants throughout the continent since 2018, particularly keen to expand their presence in Kenya, The Ivory Coast, and Nigeria. Over the years, Burger King expanded and started establishing new locations in Nairobi and beyond since 2016 (via Capital Lifestyle)....

Gordon Ramsay Described This TikTok As A ‘Crime Against Wagyu’ Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Erich Barganier/June 10, 2021 1:44 pm EST If you can get your hands on some Wagyu beef, you have seriously lucked out. This luxurious type of steak comes from a special breed of Japanese cow bred for optimal fat marbling. This distribution of fat lends itself to a steak that melts in your mouth the moment you bite into it and naturally feels very tender....

Half Of All People Consider This Their Favorite Super Bowl Food Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/Feb. 16, 2021 3:35 am EST Super Bowl watch parties have become an American tradition. Whether you’re a true football fan who actually pays attention to the game and cheers on a real team, a social butterfly who laughs at and critiques the clever commercials, or someone who simply enjoys the company of others, the first Sunday of every February is a day worth celebrating....

Here’s How To Tell If Your Kitchen Scale Is Accurate everydayplus/Shutterstock By Meshawn Lloyd/Aug. 26, 2021 3:33 pm EST If you love to bake but don’t own a digital kitchen scale, you aren’t living your best pastry life. Well, maybe we shouldn’t go that far. Still, owning a kitchen scale is practically a rite of passage for home bakers everywhere. Whether you’re measuring ingredients for a triple chocolate cake or French macarons, a scale is your best friend when it comes to accuracy and can help your recipes turn out perfectly every time....

Here’s What Giada De Laurentiis Made For Prince William And Kate Middleton Michael Loccisano/Getty Images By Karen Hart/March 6, 2021 4:48 pm EST Giada De Laurentiis has led a pretty charmed life. Her Hollywood connections start with her award winning producer grandfather, Dino De Laurentiis, but as if it isn’t enough to have one family member in the biz, both her father and her mother are actors, as is her brother....

How To Try McDonald’s New Chicken Sandwich Early McDonald’s By Molly Harris/Feb. 16, 2021 2:18 pm EST For chicken sandwich fans and those keeping tabs on the chicken sandwich wars, there’s big news ahead. McDonald’s announced some time ago that they would add another chicken sandwich to their menu, and fans got excited (via Delish). Now, McDonald’s has announced how fans can get one of the new sandwiches early (via PR Newswire)....

Jonathan Waxman Answers All Our Questions About MasterChef: Legends - Exclusive Interview Rick Kern/Getty Images By David Klein/July 21, 2021 9:38 am EST If you’ve been keeping up with the latest installment of “MasterChef” you’re well aware that this is the “season of legends.” But to be fair, Gordon Ramsay, Joe Bastianich, and Aarón Sanchez should feel emboldened to boast about the rotating cast of culinary superstars that are joining them at the judges’ table....

Plain Mushroom And Onion Penne Pasta Recipe Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 16, 2021 5:11 pm EST Pasta is always a good idea for a meal, but with so many options out there, it can sometimes be hard to narrow down exactly what you’re craving. One thing is certain, though. After a busy day, many of us don’t have the time to spend hours cooking in the kitchen and instead want something simple but fulfilling — and that’s where this plain mushroom and onion penne pasta comes in....

The Common Cooking Mistake That Will Ruin Your Millet Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/March 26, 2021 7:02 am EST In the earliest days of cooking, millet graced our dinner tables. According to PNAS, this ancient grain traveled the world via China and thrived thanks to its ability to withstand drought. Thousands of years later, we continue to enjoy this ancient grain that packs plenty of nutritional value. According to Healthline, millet has protein, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that help balance out our overall diet....

The Fruit Juice That Is Way More Nutritious Than You Might Think New Africa/Shutterstock Images By Lucy Maddox/July 30, 2021 10:05 am EST Feeling thirsty? There’s nothing like a cold glass of juice to help beat the heat. Though nothing can replace the benefits of water hydration during the most scorching months of the year, juice is another great way to quench your thirst and keep your body temperature low and cool....