Posts

Beef Dishes So Good You’ll Want To Make Them Every Day Shutterstock By DB Kelly/March 1, 2021 5:00 pm EST It’s undeniable: Americans love their beef. Whether it’s burgers on the grill, a hearty stew in the in Instant Pot, or a roast slow-cooking all day and filling the house with all kinds of delightful aromas, a beef-centric meal is bound to bring everyone running for the dinner table. If that sounds like your family, you’re definitely not alone....

Chick-Fil-A Fans Are Trying To Make Sense Of This Cryptic Warning Shutterstock By Owen Duff/Updated: Aug. 1, 2021 7:41 pm EST Chick-fil-A is one of the most popular brands in the fast food industry, topping the American Customer Satisfaction Index for seven years straight. The fried chicken chain also has a strong health and safety record, ranking on Food Network’s “10 Cleanest Restaurants in the U.S.” list in 2019 — a selection made up of mostly higher-end, sit-down franchises....

Chicken Wing Recipes You’ll Wish You Knew About Sooner Shutterstock By Andrew Sheldon/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 11:06 am EST Hungry for chicken wing recipes you’ll wish you knew about sooner? Whether as a game-time snack or a full-blown meal, everybody loves a heaping plate of tasty chicken wings. They’re easily one of the most popular foods in the country, a staple on restaurant menus from coast to coast. Even better than the thought of chowing down on these treats and licking your fingers clean is the news that you no longer need to go to your favorite restaurant or watering hole to do so....

Chopped Fans Can’t Stand This Martha Stewart And Geoffrey Zakarian Habit Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/April 15, 2021 4:49 am EST Just when you thought you have seen it all, Chopped took things to the next level and brought us a new season hosted by lifestyle maverick Martha Stewart. According to Boston Globe, the season features a five-episode run where 16 chefs compete for $50,000. Filmed at a luxury resort in Maine, the season brings back the standards that define the series, including mystery baskets, while pitting contestants against a variety of new challenges, like having to manage cooking outdoors and switching cooking stations....

Costco Shoppers Can’t Get Enough Of This Chipotle Lime Mayonnaise Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/July 2, 2021 12:33 pm EST For many of us, there’s something about mayo that just makes it perfect as a sandwich topping or dip. The smooth, creamy texture and light flavor blends well with other ingredients, making it a great base for creating other delicious sauces. However, while many people enjoy the flavor of mayo, it tends to have a reputation as a higher-calorie, less healthy addition than other condiments, like mustard or vinegar, so some people on specific diets may choose to avoid it....

Easy Tofu Fried Rice Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 24, 2021 9:31 am EST Preparing the same meat-free meals can become quite mundane, but we here at Mashed have an undeniably scrumptious way to step up your weekly menu game. Private practice registered dietician and recipe developer Kristen Carli offers a great spin on tofu fried rice that you’ll undoubtedly be obsessed with. Did anyone say extra soy sauce?...

Everything You Need To Know About Oregano Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Updated: June 1, 2021 9:23 am EST Oregano is such a classic herb with a great story, you may even want to pull out a glass of your favorite, spicey red wine to sip on – Brightcellar.com recommends Cabernet Franc or Carménère — as you read all about this aromatic and savory plant. Oregano (Latin name: origanum vulgare, says Myspicer) hails from Greece....

Guy Off The Hook: How The Food Network Set Guy Fieri’s Show Up To Fail Kevin Mazur/Getty Images By Felix Behr/March 2, 2021 2:12 pm EST Chances are you don’t remember Guy off the Hook, one of the early shows Guy Fieri hosted for the Food Network in 2008. Reading the summary given by the Food Network, it was created to be a somewhat zanier or wilder version of the traditional cooking shows hosted by Paula Deen and Emeril Lagasse....

Here’s How Much Nadiya Hussain Is Really Worth David M. Benett/Getty Images By Ralph Schwartz/Feb. 12, 2021 3:45 pm EST Win or lose, contestants on reality cooking competitions such as Hell’s Kitchen and The Great British Bake Off are thrilled to have their moment in the TV spotlight because they can parlay it into much bigger fame and success. Even Kenneth McDuffie, the very first chef eliminated on the current season of Hell’s Kitchen, was propelled into some lucrative business opportunities, including a new cookbook (via YouTube)....

Here’s What James Corden Credits With His Weight Loss Shutterstock By Kirstie Bingham/Updated: July 20, 2021 9:13 am EST When people think of James Corden, his charm, humor, and Carpool Karaoke segments on his late night show probably first come to mind. But after years of fighting his weight in silence, Corden became a WW (formerly Weight Watchers) spokesman in January 2021, and recently opened up about his impressive 23 pound weight loss, reports People....

Here’s What Really Happens When You Mix Vinegar And Baking Soda Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 3:08 pm EST Ask pretty much any grade-school kid what happens when you mix vinegar and baking soda, and — assuming it hasn’t been too too long since their halcyon pre-school days — they’ll likely be able to tell you exactly what happens. And they’ll probably enjoy a hearty laugh as well. That’s because mixing baking soda and vinegar makes for a classic pre-school science experiment that kids just love, according to veteran preschool teacher Katie T....

Here’s Why Walmart Bakery Products Taste So Good Bloomberg/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Feb. 17, 2021 1:10 pm EST Ah, Walmart. Is there anything out there that you can’t find at your local Walmart outlet if you look hard enough? Probably not. One of the brand’s best offerings? Its bakery. As per Walmart’s website, customers can expect to find several products at the store including customized cakes that are perfect for special occasions....

Red Lentil Pasta Vs. Chickpea Pasta: Which Is More Nutritious? Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/Aug. 12, 2021 1:41 pm EST There are many possible reasons why you would want to swap the good ol’ box of semolina or whole wheat pasta sitting in your pantry for lentil or chickpea-based pasta. If you’re allergic to gluten or are trying out a new gluten-free diet, semolina and whole wheat pasta are no good. Additionally, gluten-free pasta made from legumes is an excellent way to add more fiber and protein to weekly dinners (via Plant Based)....

Signs That Your Oxtail Is Done Cooking Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/May 24, 2021 11:54 am EST While most carnivorous home cooks will likely know their way around a pork loin or chicken breast, oxtail can be a meat that many are unfamiliar with cooking. However, the protein that comes from the tail of either beef cattle or veal, can be a delectable addition to your plate, as long as you know what to do with it (via The Spruce Eats)....

The Real Difference Between Mole Poblano And Mole Negro Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/April 29, 2021 3:44 am EST Mole, pronounced MOH-lay, is a complexly flavored sauce of Mexican origin that many people associate with the seemingly strange, yet wonderfully compelling combination of chocolate, hot peppers, and various other seeds, nuts, and spices. However, the truth about mole, which translates to English as “sauce” from the Nahuatl language of Mexico (via America’s Test Kitchen), is that there are actually seven different varieties, all of which are believed to have originated in Southern Mexico, and not all of which even contain chocolate, according to Epicurious....

The Real Reason Lobsters And Oysters Used To Be Considered Working Class Food Shutterstock By Taylor Huang/May 25, 2021 2:30 pm EST Lobsters and oysters seem to exude an aura of status — and what’s surprising about that? If you’ve ever purchased either, you know they can cost a pretty penny. According to Food Republic, in 2018 the average price of a lobster roll in Boston was $24, with some vendors selling what is essentially scraps of lobster meat thrown in a hot dog bun for as much as $49....

The Real Reason This Is Called The Aldi Aisle Of Shame Matthew Horwood/Getty Images By Aimee Lamoureux/April 8, 2021 2:39 pm EST Dedicated Aldi fans probably already know about Aldi Finds, which are typically seasonal, limited-time releases that are switched up every week. But while some people may obsessively check Aldi’s website every week to see what new releases are coming out, others might not know what these new finds are until they stumble upon them on the store’s shelves....

The Scientific Reason People Eat Ice Cream After Breakups Shutterstock By A. C. Grimes/Feb. 12, 2021 7:38 pm EST We never truly fall in love. We fly in it. Lovers hover above cloud nine as they quiver with the sweet ache of Cupid’s arrow. Ardent hearts feel unbeatable, ready to attack all obstacles because love conquers all. But all too often, love conquers itself. That’s when we truly feel like we’re falling....

The Scone Ingredient Mary Berry And Paul Hollywood Can’t Agree On Anthony Harvey/Getty Images By Amanda Tarlton/May 10, 2021 10:56 am EST Tune into an episode or two of “The Great British Baking Show” and you’re guaranteed to see at least one scone, whether it’s one that’s being meticulously prepared by a cheftestant or one that’s being savored by one of the judges. Scones, after all, are a staple in the U....

The Shocking Reason Jon Taffer Compared Employees To Dogs Shutterstock By Taylor Huang/Aug. 13, 2021 12:59 pm EST “Bar Rescue” star Jon Taffer just made a very controversial statement on Fox News, comparing employees to dogs when asked about financial benefits from the government (via Twitter). Taffer’s reasoning for what he said revolved around the idea that in the military, dogs are only fed at night and therefore were hungry and motivated to work all day....