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What’s In-N-Out’s Secret Sauce Really Made Of? Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images By Justina Huddleston/Updated: June 1, 2021 5:08 pm EST In-N-Out burger, the west coast fast food chain, is famous for a lot of things, from its not-so-secret secret menu to its fresh beef burgers and its legendary thick shakes and loaded fries (and its regular fries, which some people find quite disappointing). From their burgers to their Animal-Style fries, the fast food chain’s famed burger spread is what gives these items their signature taste, and it got us wondering — what’s In-N-Out’s secret sauce really made of?...

Why You Should Avoid Marinades When Grilling For A Big Group Shutterstock By Shawna Cory/May 11, 2021 3:55 pm EST As the weather warms up, spending time outside becomes totally irresistible. What’s better to do when hanging out safely with friends and family than to get the grill going and make a day of it? Feeding a large group can be quite a different experience than cooking for just a couple people, and these grilling tips will make your day a whole lot easier....

A Look At The Single Factory That Makes The World’s PEZ Shutterstock By Cristine Struble/Feb. 5, 2021 12:25 pm EST While PEZ candy might have originated in Vienna, Austria (via the PEZ company website), you do not need to travel to Europe to find the single factory that makes all those candies. The corporate headquarters and candy factory are located in Orange, Connecticut. While the dispensers are made in other factories, the Orange location creates the key component, those “pastel colored,” variously flavored candies....

Employees Reveal What It’s Really Like To Work At Tim Hortons Bloomberg/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/April 1, 2021 3:56 pm EST Tim Hortons is a large coffee chain in North America, which is known for being a cult classic as far as coffee and donuts are concerned. As per the brand’s official website, Tim Hortons was founded in 1964, and the coffee chain continues to please scores of fans with its delicious menu items....

Every Home Bar Needs These Spirits, According To Ina Garten Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images By Sara Cagle/May 7, 2021 7:47 am EST Ina Garten knows her liquor. You already know that if you follow the cook on Instagram, where she broke the internet at the beginning of the pandemic with a giant quarantine cosmopolitan containing an entire bottle of Grey Goose. “Mmm, delicious,” she laughed as she brought the oversize martini glass to her lips with both hands....

Fans Are Freaking Out About Trisha Yearwood’s Diamond Ring Dominik Bindl/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/Updated: Aug. 3, 2021 9:58 am EST Country fans especially are no strangers to Trisha Yearwood and her iconic career. Country Fancast notes that the artist is best known for her songs “She’s in Love with the Boy,” “Walkaway Joe” and “In Another’s Eyes.” She has also sold more than 15 million albums worldwide, and has nabbed three Grammy Awards, three Country Music Association Awards, and three Academy of Country Music Awards....

Grape-Nuts Plans To Pay Any Fans Who Were Overcharged For Their ‘Black Market’ Cereal Twitter By Hope Ngo/March 24, 2021 12:40 pm EST If you’re gaga over Grape-Nuts, and the pandemic-related shortage left you burning for the venerable breakfast cereal, you can take heart because the cereal — which disappeared from store shelves — is back in stock. And if you were desperate enough to hit the black market to shell out big bucks for a box to kill your craving, Post Consumer Brands says it’s got your back (via PR Newswire)....

How Much Wendy’s Employees Really Make Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/May 6, 2021 4:56 pm EST Wendy’s has definitely managed to appeal to fans with its popular menu items and approach to fast food. The brand’s vision is refreshingly simple. It states, “At Wendy’s, we’re all about serving up fresh food, even if it means going the extra mile.” On its career page, the fast food chain reports that it values authenticity and encourages its staff members to be themselves on the job....

How Rich Is The Steak ‘N Shake CEO And What’s The Average Pay Of Its Employees? Shutterstock By Jen Peng/April 9, 2021 11:11 am EST Steak ’n Shake was founded in Illinois in 1934 by Gus Belt, with the intention of serving the best burgers and milkshakes their customers could find (via Steak ’n Shake). Since then, the chain known for their delicious steakburgers and hand-dipped milkshakes has grown to more than 550 restaurants in 28 states, according to Steak ’n Shake’s franchise website....

Lies Martha Stewart Made You Believe About Cooking Cindy Ord/Getty Images By J.S. Kurtzman/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:54 pm EST Whether you love her, hate her, or want to be her, everyone knows Martha Stewart. She’s the media mogul, domestic goddess, and convicted felon who looms large over the “lifestyle brand” universe. Would Goop exist without Martha Stewart? Pinterest? Most of Instagram? Moreover, Martha is, according to her friend Snoop Dogg, a “true baddie” who made crab apple jelly in prison....

Lucky Charms Has Good News For Marshmallow Lovers By Cristine Struble/Aug. 24, 2021 12:59 pm EST With a wave of a magic wand a food wish has been granted. Lucky Charms has brought back its Just Magical Marshmallows. While the marshmallows are not missing from that favorite General Mills cereal, this newest offering of the Just Magically Delicious Marshmallows are the treat themselves. But, this concept isn’t the first time that General Mills has offered just the marshmallows....

Mistakes You’ve Been Making When Cooking Winter Squash Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/May 28, 2021 1:30 pm EST When the temperature dips and the air is a bit crisp, there’s nothing quite like a dish with winter squash. Whether you prefer butternut squash, acorn squash, kabocha squash, or one of the other many varieties, they’re an incredibly versatile ingredient that goes well with so many dishes, from pureed in soups to roasted in grain bowls and tossed atop salads....

Simple Japanese Clear Soup Recipe Angela Latimer/Mashed By Angela Latimer AND Mashed Staff/June 9, 2021 9:56 am EST When you go out to eat at a Japanese restaurant, one of the best things you are likely to eat is often the very first dish served: the so-called Japanese clear soup. We clarify because, of course, the broth here is actually a deep brown, hardly clear at all. But the taste here?...

The Best Way To Cure A Hangover, According To Bartenders Shutterstock By Erica Buehler/June 25, 2021 10:18 am EST It happens. The dreaded hangover after a little too much alcohol-infused fun. Though a special few of us seem to be immune to the haunting headaches and spinning rooms of a hangover, others have dedicated themselves to discovering the perfect remedy — and boy, are there a ton of DIY solutions out there....

The Pioneer Woman Uses This Surprising Soda To Make Cupcakes Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/March 24, 2021 10:27 am EST When tasked with baking cupcakes, the first thing you might reach for is the box of Funfetti cake mix that’s been in your pantry for who knows how long. But if you’re feeling a little more ambitious — i.e., you’ve been watching one too many episodes of Cupcake Wars on Food Network — you might put in a little extra effort and attempt to make them from scratch....

The Popular TV Show Behind Tim Hortons’ Priestley Donut Twitter By Boshika Gupta/March 2, 2021 6:02 am EST Tim Hortons, it must be said, is a cult classic for many across the world. In fact, it is considered an undisputed leader in Canada, known for its tasty donuts (hello, Timbits), coffee, and even, as Mental Floss reports, fast food. It’s estimated that Tim Hortons controls at least 76 percent of the baked goods and coffee segments in the country, and as The Guardian writes, the brand is a unifier for Canadians....

The Real Difference Between British And American Chocolate Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/April 6, 2021 11:26 am EST It’s hard not to smile when you hear the word chocolate if you’re a fan of the confection. Just the word alone recalls memories of childhood fudge pops, Hershey’s bars, movie experiences, holiday treats, and more. And anyone who has tried a bite knows each variety has a distinct flavor and feel. But did you also know that each type of chocolate is produced in a different way depending on its country of creation?...

The Reason Carla Hall Almost Didn’t Return To Top Chef Ben Gabbe/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Feb. 2, 2021 9:37 am EST Celebrity chef Carla Hall is, of course, no newbie when it comes to the world of food. According to her official website, she was intrigued by food as a kid but didn’t think about going down the professional route for a long time. In fact, she graduated from Howard University’s Business School and first held a job as an accountant....

The Reason Your Cookies Keep Going Stale Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/May 13, 2021 2:09 pm EST Is there anything as satisfying as biting into a chocolate chip cookie with a cup of hot milk next to you? Nothing else really compares. That said, cookies need to be a certain way for you to truly enjoy the flavors, right? After all, no one really wants to try eating a hard cookie that has lost its original texture....

The Scathing Message Bobby Flay Received During His Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star Acceptance Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: April 3, 2021 8:39 pm EST Celebrity chef Bobby Flay is one of the most accomplished names in the culinary business. Food, for him, is one of the most important aspects of his life and he makes it a point to stay connected to his passion. However, Flay’s fame has led to details about his personal life being made public, whether he wants that or not....