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How Is McDonald’s AI System Really Faring At The Drive-Thru Window? Gargantiopa/Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/June 26, 2022 4:34 am EST McDonald’s had big goals when it first rolled out its voice-ordering technology on a trial basis at 10 Chicago outlets, per Restaurant Dive. The chain had been hoping that AI would help it find a way out of its labor shortage, an issue that has plagued many fast food companies as far back as 2018, per Business Insider....

How You Should Be Storing Xanthan Gum Michelle Lee Photography/Shutterstock By Stephanie Smith/May 31, 2022 3:12 pm EST If you’ve ever tried your hand at gluten-free baking, then you know the struggle is all too real. Gluten is a baker’s BFF: It’s what makes baked goods soft. Without it, you’ve probably found your bread and muffins crumbly. Maybe your cookies have the texture of cardboard and fall to bits as soon as you take a bite....

Kristen Kish On Iron Chef: Quest For An Iron Legend And Her New Role - Exclusive Interview Netflix By Alexandra Cass/June 21, 2022 12:00 pm EST While the new reboot of “Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend” evokes an air of nostalgia with the return of host Alton Brown and chairman Mark Dacascos, the show features an exciting and talented new cast of characters. That includes five new Iron Chefs, and a new co-host, Kristen Kish....

Leslie Mann Describes Ina Garten In The Best Way On Hot Ones DFree/Shutterstock By Savanna Swain-Wilson/Updated: April 6, 2022 11:09 am EST Ina Garten: Queen of elegant cuisine, virtuoso dinner party host, and patron saint of “store-bought is fine.” She’s been capturing the hearts of millions for nearly two decades thanks in part to her immensely successful cookbooks and her hit Food Network series “Barefoot Contessa.” Her lovable personality and all-around calming demeanor have earned her a reputation as one of the culinary world’s most universally liked figures....

Microwave Popcorn Is Finally Filling The Snack Bowl With Flavor st.noon/Shutterstock By Linda Brockman/July 10, 2022 8:22 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It’s a classic. Even when you get part of the kernel skin lodged under your gums or stuck in your throat, you keep popping those salty white morsels into your mouth. Even before World War I, Americans have been enjoying popcorn in its naked popped form and in caramel-coated Cracker Jacks (since 1896)....

P Diddy Just Launched A Canned Cocktail Line For Vodka Lovers PAN Photo Agency/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Updated: March 31, 2022 11:17 am EST In recent years, canned cocktails have become more and more popular. According to Delish, Bacardi’s Real Rum canned cocktails, Miami Cocktail Company’s canned spritzers, and Jim Beam’s canned highballs have all attracted customers looking for that little something extra beer just can’t provide. Despite the stiff competition, Sean “P Diddy” Combs has now come out with his own line of canned cocktails, according to a press release sent to Mashed....

Parker House Rolls Recipe Stephanie Rapone/Mashed By Stephanie Rapone AND Mashed Staff/May 5, 2022 9:11 am EST Let’s be clear about three things right from the start: yes, these rolls take a lot of steps and involve a fair amount of active work. But no, they’re not that complicated, just quite hands-on. And third, yes, without a doubt, they are more than worth the work! This recipe, put together by chef and recipe designer Stephanie Rapone of Pantry to Plate Meals, was inspired by rolls that have long been served by the storied Parker House Hotel, a fixture of downtown Boston, MA since 1955....

Ranking 15 Salad Greens From Worst To Best Joni Hanebutt/Shutterstock By Jennifer Goldsmith/June 21, 2022 1:00 pm EST If there’s one small habit you should incorporate into your daily diet to help stave off heart disease, promote longevity, lower your risk of getting cancer, prolong your memory, and boost your energy levels, it would simply be to eat more leafy greens (via Advanced Health). Rich in vitamins, minerals, nutrients, and fiber, leafy greens can be consumed in a variety of ways....

Smashburger Just Brought Back A Fan Favorite For Good 010110010101101/Shutterstock By Melissa Campana/March 18, 2022 2:36 pm EST Everyone knows that when a seasonal or regional favorite gets permanently added to a fast food menu, somehow, somewhere, a deep-fried angel gets its wings. The Shamrock Shake Angel is gathering her things as we speak, getting ready to exit stage right and hoping beyond hope that someone will give her the nod to stay a little longer....

Study Reveals Why Drinking Coffee Could Be Good For Your Gut Kingmaya Studio/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/May 11, 2022 11:38 am EST Coffee drinkers might now have yet another reason to love their favorite lattes. According to a study retrieved from the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, scientists found that a healthy amount of caffeine in one’s diet leads to a decreased risk of dementia and better cognitive health, particularly among women. A separate study published in Nutrition Review revealed that the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of coffee may even have a hand in reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes....

The Best Tricks To Cook With Beyond Meat Chicken Tenders - Exclusive Beyond Meat By Xandra Harbet/May 5, 2022 12:32 pm EST Whether it’s traditional meat or plant-based meat, no one wants soggy chicken tenders — and it really takes a certain finesse to achieve peak crisp. Beyond Meat customers may know the brand primarily from the their plant-based burger and breakfast options at grocery stores and on restaurant menus. However, the brand is now expanding its offerings with “chicken” tenders available at 8,000 locations nationwide....

The Darius ‘Cooks’ Williams Skillet Controversy, Explained Phongphan/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:52 pm EST Darius Williams skyrocketed to fame after TV chef Sunny Anderson invited him on her Food Network show “The Kitchen” in 2011 (via The Daily Beast). But if you bought a skillet or another product from DariusCooks, the company set up around the influencer chef, and it has not yet arrived, don’t hold your breath....

The Real Reason Brisket ‘Stalls’ sherwood/Shutterstock By Gillian King/May 2, 2022 3:25 pm EST Sitting out in the sunshine, sipping a cold beer, and enjoying some COVID-approved outdoor companionship may seem like an ideal time to cook a dish that mainly requires that you let it sit. That being said, you will need to do just a little bit more than that. Get out your food thermometer, because, finally, you have another use for it beyond cooking Thanksgiving dinner....

The Secret To Separating Eggs You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner iva/Shutterstock By Abby Tariq/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 9:48 am EST The ancient riddle “which came first: the chicken or the egg?” may seem insignificant when dealing with the stress of separating eggs without making a mess. Imagine trying to separate eggs and thinking, “Maybe eggs existed before chickens did.” No one does that. But anyone trying to make cute heart-shaped macarons, heavenly angel food cake, or anything with egg whites knows that the struggle of separating the whites from the yolk is as real as it gets....

The Surprising History Of Campbell’s Tomatoes rblfmr/Shutterstock By Holly Riddle/Updated: March 3, 2022 10:37 am EST Campbell’s and New Jersey are indelibly linked. The revolutionary soup company started in New Jersey, and its headquarters are still located in the Garden State today (via Campbell’s). However, Campbell’s put New Jersey on the map with more than just the state’s affiliation with the brand. Campbell’s also made New Jersey an important player in the tomato game....

The Unexpected TV Award Gordon Ramsay Might Win David M. Benett/Getty Images By Naomi Kennedy/May 12, 2022 12:55 pm EST Who doesn’t like being recognized for their work, especially when it’s on a national or international stage? For musicians, winning a Grammy may be the crowning achievement of their careers, while many actors dream of being awarded an Oscar to proudly display on their shelves. Similarly, in the culinary world, chefs and restaurateurs put forth some serious effort in the kitchen in hopes of having their work worthy of an award from the James Beard Foundation or a Michelin Star, the latter of which chef Gordon Ramsay knows a little bit about....

The Untold Truth Of ButcherBox Facebook By Korey Denton/Updated: June 15, 2022 9:17 am EST Imagine this: You’re sitting at home, comfortably resting on your couch while watching your favorite show, when you hear the doorbell ring. You get up to look outside, and then you see that a fresh box of meat for the weeks ahead has arrived. Before you know it, your fridge and freezer are stocked with high-quality cuts of meat, and you barely had to lift a finger....

The Untold Truth Of Dollar General Spencer Platt/Getty Images By Naveena Vijayan/Updated: March 14, 2022 11:56 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Statistically, there’s a good chance that the nearest place you can go right now to shop for a breakfast cereal, a birthday card, a pool toy, or a new pair of pajamas is a Dollar General. Research from GlobalData Retail, a retail research agency and consulting firm suggested that around 75 percent of the population in America lived within five minutes of a Dollar General store as of 2018....

The Untold Truth Of Kewpie Mayonnaise TonelsonProductions/Shutterstock By Amanda Maida/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 2:35 pm EST When it comes to mayonnaise, you might love it or hate it, but it is still the most popular condiment in the United States, according to a report by Quartz. Maybe your choice mayo is Hellmann’s, a deli classic, or the Southern staple Duke’s which can be injected into chocolate cake recipes. Most likely you have one brand that you tend to stick with, but when was the last time you ventured away from your usual and explored distant mayo horizons?...

Types Of Beans And How To Cook Them Lyudmila Zavyalova/Shutterstock By Helena Nichols/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:48 pm EST The origins of beans are varied and can be difficult to pinpoint exactly. Evidence of bean cultivation can be found in parts of Central and South America going back to 7000 B.C. (via FoodReference.com). Many estimate that beans were present in the Middle East approximately 10,000 years ago (via New World Encyclopedia)....