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How Costco Australia’s Food Menu Differs From Costco America’s Shutterstock By Melissa Campana/Updated: April 20, 2021 9:43 pm EST Perhaps the wildest thing about Costco Australia’s food court is that the frozen yogurt machine swirls its ice cream into cones in the opposite direction than it does in the Northern Hemisphere. Just kidding. Truthfully, the differences between Costco Australia’s food menu and Costco America’s are far more subtle. At first glance, the menu in Costco Australia’s food court has all the hits: there’s a burger, a hot dog, those berry sundaes everyone loves, and, of course, pizza....

J. Kenji López-Alt’s Risotto Rule You Should Never Break Shutterstock By Sara Cagle/Feb. 26, 2021 9:44 am EST Some foods’ perfect doneness is so fleeting, you barely have time to snap an Instagram story of them before they fall flat — like a soufflé out of the oven. Or, before they turn cool and sticky, like a spaghetti alla carbonara just minutes after it goes from pan to plate. No dish has a narrower window of perfection than risotto, which can be incredibly creamy and glossy one minute, yet lusterless and sludgy the next....

Kamala Harris Now Has Her Very Own Ice Cream, Here’s What It Tastes Like Handout/Getty Images By Maria Scinto/Updated: July 19, 2021 9:04 am EST Just a few days ago, millions rejoiced when, after more than 230 years of our still-fairly-young-but-old-enough-to-know-better nation’s history, the United States finally swore in a woman — and a person of color — as our vice president (via BBC). It may be a sappy cliché, but it’s also a sappy, beautiful truth that countless young girls (and not a few boys, too) went to bed happy on Wednesday night, thinking wow, there’s someone in power who looks a little like me!...

No-Bake Cornflake Butterscotch Cookies Recipe Michelle Morey/Mashed By Michelle Morey AND Mashed Staff/May 24, 2021 6:00 pm EST Dare we say this just might be one of the simplest and most delicious cookie recipes you’ve ever come across? It truly is! These no-bake cornflake butterscotch cookies only require four ingredients to prepare, in addition to a few minutes of your time. The end result is a batch of tasty delights you’ll find yourself craving time and time again....

Potbelly’s Big Menu Update Includes These 3 New Sandwiches Ken Wolter/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Aug. 25, 2021 3:08 pm EST Do you love sandwiches? We sure do. From a classic BLT to a nostalgic tuna melt to a spicy banh mi, we crave — and enjoy — sandos all the time. One sandwich type we love is the submarine, sometimes referred to as a hero or a hoagie. Usually made on a long, split roll that’s piled with sliced meats and cheeses, a sub is a classic lunch option, especially favored by office workers who can quickly gulp down a sandwich or bring it back to their desks....

Read This Before Eating Canned Salmon Shutterstock By Lucia Capretti/April 5, 2021 2:04 pm EST Canned food can definitely be a lifesaver. Besides being a useful way to preserve items, it can also be the base of a nutritious, fuss-free meal. However, something about opening a metal can and consuming the contents makes us wonder whether there are negative outcomes related to canned foods. To get to the bottom of it, Mashed had a chat with Lisa Richards, nutritionist and author of The Candida Diet, to see what she had to say about the matter....

Sandra Lee Finds ‘Good Match’ In Ben Youcef After Governor Cuomo Split Emma Mcintyre/Getty Images By Khyati Dand/Aug. 9, 2021 9:07 am EST Sandra Lee has had a tough few years, to say the least. The Emmy Award-winning author and Food Network Star had been in a relationship with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo for 14 years before their break up in 2019. Although neither Cuomo nor Lee officially cited any reason for their breakup, the Daily Mail reported that Lee had been wanting to marry Cuomo for a while....

Starbucks Is Facing Shortages. Here’s What Could Be Missing From Its Menu Shutterstock By Olivia Bria/June 8, 2021 10:46 am EST It’s summertime, which means Starbucks Refreshers are a constant craving (the best is the Very Berry Hibiscus Refresher!). Lately, customers have been walking into their favorite coffee chain, only to find out that many of their drinks are out of stock. Why is this the case? Well, Starbucks claims that they are having supply-chain issues....

The Cost Of Real Wasabi May Surprise You Bloomberg/Getty Images By Felix Behr/April 5, 2021 2:29 pm EST What’s the real reason wasabi costs so much? In a piece about wasabi published in December of 2020, Barron’s talked with Toshiya Matsushita, a sushi chef in central Tokyo who goes through a root a day. In doing so, he also spends over $700 on wasabi each month. Some may suggest that the ridiculous price this root commands is due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic somehow disrupting the wasabi’s cultivation or supply chain....

The Genius Way Alex Guarnaschelli Uses Broccoli Stems Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/May 18, 2021 11:29 am EST How do most people use broccoli? We cut off the florets for our favorite recipes and toss the stumps, of course. But “Iron Chef” and “Chopped” star Alex Guarnaschelli has a better and less wasteful idea. The Food Network tweeted a clip from “The Kitchen” in which Guarnaschelli makes a refreshing and delicious-looking salad that uses the whole head of broccoli, not just the florets....

The Hilarious Way Breyers Is Responding To Critics Of Its Cookies And Cream Ice Cream Breyers Ice Cream By Molly Harris AND Erich Barganier/Updated: June 28, 2021 1:47 pm EST In the not-so-distant past, Breyers cookies and cream ice cream was taking heat from customers. They felt there was far more cream than cookie pieces in the ice cream, and they didn’t hold back to let Breyers know they were disappointed....

The Massive Pistachio Heist That Has Everyone Talking Shutterstock By Sara Cagle/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:29 pm EST Someone in California stole 42,000 pounds of pistachios — that’s about the weight of three African bush elephants — and did not get away with it. Earlier this month, the Touchstone Pistachio Company in Tulare County did a routine audit and noticed that several tons of pistachios had been misplaced. They called the sheriff’s department and got a swift answer: An employee of Montemayor Trucking had the nuts in a trailer one county south....

The Nutritious Ingredient Swap Giada De Laurentiis Recommends For Minestrone Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/April 22, 2021 2:19 pm EST When it comes to homestyle Italian cooking, no one does it better than Giada De Laurentiis. The celebrity chef’s minestrone could win over even the pickiest eater, thanks to the umami infusion it gets via a parmesan rind and a hearty beef soup base (via Food Network). While De Laurentiis has taken this comfort food to new heights, she hasn’t settled to stop there....

The Real Reason Drinking Coffee Can Make You Feel Trapped Shutterstock By Erica Andrews/July 13, 2021 2:07 pm EST Ah, coffee. It’s arguably the most important drink of your morning, helping you to stay focused and productive throughout the day. It also has a lovely aroma and incredible taste that’s extremely hard to pass up, especially if you’re needing an extra jolt after sunrise. Java has also been shown to have certain health benefits like decreasing your risk of chronic health issues and improving your overall mood....

The Seasonal Ingredient That Carla Hall Wishes Cooking Show Competitors Would Stop Using Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/June 30, 2021 12:48 pm EST Many fans of cooking shows absolutely love watching the competitors whip up impressive dishes, from delectable appetizers to show-stopping cakes and pastries. Consequently, it’s no surprise that there are many shows that are themed around certain times of the year, particularly related to baking. Plus, who doesn’t want a bit of inspiration for what you’re going to whip up for your next holiday party?...

The Surprising Inspiration Behind Molly Yeh’s Meatless Balls Recipe Amanda Edwards/Getty Images By Molly Harris/Feb. 4, 2021 2:04 pm EST Anyone who watches the Food Network is probably familiar with Molly Yeh, who stars in her series, Girl Meets Farm (via Food Network). While those who watch the show frequently have likely seen her husband, friends, and even her baby appear on the show, there’s definitely one person who is featured in her latest recipe that you haven’t met....

The Trick To Knowing When Matzo Balls Are Done Cooking Shutterstock By Hannah Cole/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 3:15 pm EST Passover is on the horizon, and you know what that means: matzo balls upon matzo balls. The traditional Jewish dumpling, made from unleavened bread meal, eggs, fat, and oil, is often served in a flavorful chicken soup this time of year. Toss in some carrots and spices, and you have yourself a Kosher classic worthy of the hype....

The Truth About Georgetown’s Call Your Mother Bagelry Twitter By Hope Ngo/Jan. 24, 2021 9:40 pm EST It calls itself “a Jew-ish” Deli. Now Call Your Mother Deli can call itself the first restaurant the Bidens visited since President Joe Biden was sworn in on January 20. Multiple news outlets say the Bidens dropped by the deli after going to Sunday mass at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church. The newly-minted commander-in-chief didn’t leave his car – a Secret Service reportedly made a “very long order” on his behalf....

The Untold Truth Of Animal Crackers Shutterstock By Allyson Nichols/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 1:35 pm EST With a variety of different snacks taking their place in our lifetimes, there is no other one that has a history to it quite like the animal cracker. Shaped like our favorite wild animals, from elephants to monkeys, bunnies to zebras, bison to hyena, these sweet crackers are a childhood and pop culture staple that has gained a serious following....

The Untold Truth Of Yum Yum Donuts Walter Cicchetti/Shutterstock By Courtney Iseman/Aug. 24, 2021 3:49 pm EST Yum Yum Donuts may be based solely in the state of California, but their donuts are so renowned for their delicious, old-fashioned appeal that this chain has garnered national recognition. If you live in California, you’re probably well acquainted with Yum Yum. If you don’t, you’ve either made a point of tracking one down on a California visit, or maybe you plan to in the future....