What You Don’t Know About Wendy’s Famous Frosty Facebook By Kyle Schurman/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:57 pm EST Be honest. How many of you have chosen to have lunch at Wendy’s because you were more interested in having a Frosty than in the burger and fries? We’re guessing most of you — no matter how much you like Wendy’s burgers and fries — have done this at least once. (We freely admit to having done this … but we’re not admitting how many times....
The graham cracker made by Graham from graham Shutterstock “[This] judge did not know that the ‘graham’ in graham cracker referred to a type of flour: the crackers might have been named after a famous person named Graham,” Judge Wood admitted. In fact, the name “graham cracker” does refer to a Graham, specifically the Connecticut-born Sylvester Graham, according to Thought Co. In the early 1800s, Graham, a minister with strict ideas when it came to one’s diet, made crackers from a coarsely ground wheat flour that people began to call “graham” after him....
You Should Consider Cooking With Vermouth Instead Of Wine. Here’s Why Shutterstock By Sophia Lo/July 8, 2021 1:23 pm EST While you might know why vermouth is a great addition to a home bar, this alcohol is much more versatile than you think. While it’s delicious in a gin martini, you can also use it in your cooking. There are plenty of substitutes for cooking wine, and there are some people who think that you should swap out your wine for vermouth....
You Should Never Buy A Glass Cutting Board. Here’s Why Shutterstock By Rachel Pasche/April 28, 2021 7:11 am EST There are hundreds of cutting boards out there, and with each of them comes a ton of information to digest. Wood is great for knives but not for dishwashers or raw meat. Glass is easiest to clean but can be bad for cutting, plastic is…well, plastic. How does one choose? There are certain cutting boards cooks swear by (Kitchn’s staff all love this one) and you really can’t go wrong with a basic plastic or wood cutting board....
Broccoli Recipes The Whole Family Will Eat Up Shutterstock By Alexandra Cass/March 2, 2021 1:42 pm EST Broccoli may well be one of the most contentious veggies out there when it comes to family cooking. Kids usually hate it, parents tend to love it. It’s full of nutritional value, but how on earth do you cook it so it’s not mushy? And sure, it’s a great way to add some green to your plate, but what about that funky broccoli smell?...
Bryan Ford Talks The Artisan’s Kitchen & The Sourdough Phenomenon - Exclusive Interview Magnolia Network By Molly Allen/July 14, 2021 11:17 am EST For many, 2020 was the year of bread. Chances are, if you weren’t buying yeast and flour to try your hand at baking a loaf of sourdough, you were diving into a new banana bread recipe. It was the year of spending more time at home and learning how to bake....
Costco Is About To Bring Back Its Pre-Pandemic Sampling Rules Bloomberg/Getty Images By Kate Hagan Gallup/May 29, 2021 10:58 am EST Costco is bringing back samples! Costco is bringing back samples! But, um, now we know all about germs and crowds and… kinda eww? So, what’s really up with Costco bringing back its pre-pandemic sampling? Here’s what we know so far. According to frequent Costco customers, samples were spotted at some locations as long as 6 weeks ago (via Costco Deals Instagram)....
Foods You Should Never Eat During A Heat Wave Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Updated: July 19, 2021 9:57 am EST It’s a scorcher out there. It’s one of those sticky summer heatwaves that ripples the still air and turns the inside of cars into mobile hotboxes. Clothing sticks to the skin. It’s too hot to even go out and swim. Our only sanctuary seems to be inside of our houses, right next to our air conditioners....
Here’s How Ina Garten Prepares Crème Brûlée In Advance Michael Loccisano/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/May 20, 2021 5:22 pm EST Veteran chef Ina Garten, also known as The Barefoot Contessa, is an inspiring culinary genius who makes sure that her fans get access to some of her favorite recipes whenever possible — in fact, she’s often on social media sharing her tips and tricks as a way to feel connected with people....
Here’s How McDonald’s Coffee Compares To Starbucks Facebook By Hannah Cole/Feb. 6, 2021 2:18 pm EST Let’s be honest: If you’re a true coffee snob, then chances are, you’re not pulling up to either of these drive-thrus anytime soon. We’re willing to bet you keep your coffee local, or maybe even make your own cold brew at home – any chance we can have a cup? For the rest of us average, amateur coffee-lovers who just need a caffeine fix to get by (or a snap of our Frappuccino to post on your Instagram story), there are plenty of fast casual options to grab a cup of joe....
Here’s How To Make Disney’s Signature Grilled Cheese Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup/Updated: April 26, 2021 12:39 pm EST Let’s face it — we’d all rather be at Disneyland now. Don’t despair though, because until your next Disney vacation, the House of Mouse has been bringing its signature treats to you at home. Released in honor of April 12th’s National Grilled Cheese Day (but delicious at any time), the Disneyland Parks crew has released its signature Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese recipe from Woody’s Lunchbox....
Here’s Why You Should Repurpose Chicken Fat Before Tossing It Shutterstock By Holly Riddle/June 4, 2021 12:17 pm EST Are you familiar with “schmaltz”? Unless you have an affinity for specialty foods or you’re familiar with Jewish cuisine, probably not. Schmaltz is rendered chicken fat — and it’s pretty amazing (so much so that it earned an admirable ranking on our list of best chicken parts). You can use it a variety of ways, really any way you’d use any other fat — for frying, as an addition to baked goods, or as a replacement for some of the oil/fats in homemade salad dressings or mayonnaise....
How Long Does Butter Actually Last In The Fridge? Shutterstock By Sophia Lo/July 10, 2021 2:15 pm EST Though butter is a staple ingredient in a lot of cooking and baking, all the details about this one ingredient might be a little more complicated than you think. For example, you might need to decide between salted butter and unsalted butter. But butter can also make incredible dishes. If you want to show off your knowledge of flavor, there are some amazing flavored butters you should make, and you can also use butter to make a creamy garlic sauce for pasta....
Important Lessons Gordon Ramsay Learned While Cooking In Paris David M. Benett/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Feb. 21, 2021 12:38 pm EST Gordon Ramsay has come a long way since he first started his career. The hot-headed chef is known for his dramatic onscreen presence and exemplary culinary skills, lending his face and name to popular TV shows such as MasterChef and Hell’s Kitchen. His backstory is quite interesting, though. According to Biography, Ramsay first chased a career in sports before switching to hotel management on account of an unexpected injury in the 1980s....
Regional Specialties Every American Should Try At Least Once Shutterstock By Ruth Tobias/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 1:15 pm EST From the mountains to the plains, the deserts to the forests, and sea to shining sea, this is a mighty big country we’ve got here — and foodwise, we’ve put all that room to excellent use, developing richly diverse (not to mention delicious!) regional traditions that are every bit as essential to an understanding of American cuisine as cheeseburgers, chili dogs, or, um, deep-fried bubblegum-flavored marshmallows....
The Best Starbucks Drink For You, According To Your Zodiac Sign Shutterstock By Melissa Campana/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 6:32 pm EST Maybe you’ve spent a fortune on tarot readings, numerology forecasts, and a personal birth chart. Or, maybe you’re not even sure what your Zodiac sign is, let alone having ever looked up your horoscope. No matter where you fall on the astrology spectrum, you have to admit, it’s still a fun, kooky pastime that can be quite revealing....
The Celebrity Chef Behind Matthew McConaughey’s Wedding Food Shutterstock By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/May 30, 2021 12:48 pm EST Who wouldn’t love to attend an A-list celebrity wedding? The beautiful setting, the extravagant flowers, the exquisite dresses, the people-watching, and the food, of course, always look amazing. When Matthew McConaughey married model and mother of his two (now three) children Camila Alves in 2012, the always cool “Magic Mike” and “Dallas Buyers Club” star threw quite a party....
The Futuristic Way Grubhub Will Soon Deliver Food On College Campuses Shutterstock By Felix Behr/July 9, 2021 8:48 am EST On the campuses of 250 colleges across America, students returning for the fall semester can expect to see small wheeled machines delivering food. These, as The Verge writes, are the result of a collaboration between Grubhub and Yandex, a Russian start-up that develops self-driving technology. The benefits Yandex brings are that their delivery robots are capable of navigating pedestrian areas not accessible by car, such as large swathes of a college campus, and robots may cost a lot less than delivery drivers....
The Most Popular Cuisines On Instagram May Surprise You Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Feb. 17, 2021 12:42 pm EST When we want to ogle the tastiest looking recipes or food trends, Instagram always has just what we’re looking for. Whether we wanted to check out Dalgona whipped coffee, new sourdough recipes, artisanal focaccias, or any other food trend from 2020, Instagram always had our backs (via The Washington Post). Alternatively, no other platform could compete if you wanted to show off your food....
The Most Unique Pizza Recipes You Need To Try ASAP Shutterstock By Alexandra Cass/Feb. 25, 2021 10:51 am EST It’s the most customizable meal there is. It’s beloved by everyone from picky kids to broke college students. It’s practically a universal love language. What are we talking about? Glorious, glorious pizza, of course. From a basic cheese pie to meat lover’s supreme, and everything in between, there’s a pizza out there for everyone....
