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Here’s Why You Should Consider Draining Your Meatloaf Shutterstock By Robin Miller/Updated: June 29, 2022 12:00 pm EST Few culinary experiences rival the pure comfort of perfectly cooked meatloaf. Old fashioned yet timeless, the classic meatloaf is sublime, boasting roasted meat, aromatic vegetables, and a sweet/tangy, caramelized crust (via Food Network). What’s not always savored is the puddle of grease pooling in the bottom of the loaf pan. While baking your meatloaf in a loaf pan helps ensure that the meat stays moist, the grease in the bottom of the pan essentially simmers the exterior (instead of baking) and prevents the loaf from developing a crisp, flavorful crust (via Frugal Cooking)....

How A Man Got Stuck Inside A Little Caesars Oven Vent Heng Lim/Shutterstock By Justina Huddleston/July 18, 2022 10:24 pm EST There are some mental images so vivid they just stick with you once conjured. Think: Santa getting caught in the chimney, a fluffy pet hamster getting adorably stuck in a paper towel tube, or someone (a burglar, say) getting trapped in a Little Caesars oven vent. Wait, what was that last one?...

How Sandwiches Are Enjoyed Around The World Olga Miltsova/Shutterstock By Elizabeth Lavis/June 14, 2022 10:47 am EST Sandwiches might be the world’s most perfect food. The ideal sandwich is a glorious union of soft, crispy, or hearty bread, rich fillings, bright sauces, and usually fresh vegetables that tie the whole thing together. Sandwiches are versatile, portable, and the ultimate pick-me-up meal, whether you’re grabbing a quick sammie for the road or sitting down to a saucy wonder that you can devour with a knife, fork, and stack of napkins....

Instagram Is Loving Andrew Zimmern’s ‘Magic’ Toasted Rice Hack Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images By Savanna Swain-Wilson/May 27, 2022 8:19 am EST When you have a palette that’s as worldly as Andrew Zimmern, building flavor in a dish is as simple as a willingness to try new things. The chef has sung the praises of using sour cherry conserve in sauces and told Business Insider he frequently travels with special Japanese chili oil called Shischimi Togarashi to add to his food....

Kroger Employee Arrested For Allegedly Committing Disturbing Crime In Restroom Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/March 7, 2022 11:44 pm EST Kroger is the nation’s second most popular grocery store by market share, according to Statista. Although Walmart emerged as the “far and away leader” in 2017, boasting over 25% of the nation’s grocery market share, Kroger offers what some consider to be an irresistibly old-school vibe – which is likely a natural extension of the fact that Kroger has been around in some form or another in the “selling groceries” business since before the turn of the 20th century....

Popeyes Just Brought Back The Perfect Menu For Indecisive Eaters Popeyes/Facebook By Amberly Mckee/July 19, 2022 4:11 pm EST Consider all the nights you’ve went back and forth with your family trying to come up with a decision on what to eat for dinner. Nothing at home sounds good. No restaurants sound good. It can be pretty frustrating to watch the clock tick down and still be indecisive — and hungry!...

Target’s Favorite Day Line Just Gave Summer S’mores A Major Upgrade Olga Miltsova/Shutterstock By Kimberley Laws/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 1:53 pm EST No summer campfire is complete without a piping hot serving of s’mores. It’s true, this ooey-gooey treat is the perfect blend of milk chocolate and fire-singed marshmallow sandwiched between two sweet and crispy graham crackers. And it has been a bonfire staple for generations. But who came up with the idea of using an ordinary blackened Jet-Puffed confection to create this morsel of melted chocolate perfection?...

The Best Decaf Coffees In 2022 Ruslan Semichev/Shutterstock By Brianna Persons/Aug. 9, 2022 4:57 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For an instant jolt of energy, many find that a brimming cup of coffee is all that’s needed to wake the senses. But surprisingly enough, not everybody wants the caffeine coursing through their body. Decaf coffee can offer the best of both worlds, mimicking the dark brew in flavor and appearance without the heart-racing elements known to aggravate anxiety and restlessness (via Healthline)....

The Marie-Antoine Carême Dessert That’s Still Made Today Heritage Images/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: July 7, 2022 11:57 am EST Widely regarded by many as the first celebrity chef ever, Marie-Antoine Carême, was a French culinary legend. According to Eater, he worked as a professional cook for almost 40 years and made invaluable contributions to French cuisine during that time. He had a rough start and most believe that Carême’s family faced financial troubles when he was a child....

The Simple Hack That Will Change The Way You Cut Celery Forever Sakoodter Stocker/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Updated: April 29, 2022 11:55 pm EST Whether you’re whipping up a tuna salad, putting together a crudité platter, or crafting your go-to stuffing recipe, celery is a staple in many kitchens, as it adds a unique herbaceous flavor and a whole lot of crunch. However, for many individuals, there’s one issue preventing them from loving this particular vegetable — the stringy texture of celery’s exterior....

The Truth About Evelyn Garcia From Top Chef Season 19 Instagram By Jen Peng/March 3, 2022 8:49 pm EST Everything is bigger in Texas, and the latest season of “Top Chef” is no exception. Season 19 of the Emmy and James Beard-winning culinary competition, which premiers on Bravo on March 3 at 8/7c, was filmed in Houston, the fourth largest city in the country and its most diverse. 15 cheftestants will compete in a “massive Houston kitchen” and take on challenges that reflect both the ethnic diversity and some of the most iconic dishes of the city, including Asian, Nigerian, and Tex-Mex cuisine, among others, along with classic Texas barbecue....

The Type Of Rice You Should Be Using For Risotto Dmitrii Ivanov/Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/July 18, 2022 11:11 am EST If you’ve been an avid “MasterChef Australia” fan since the first season aired 13 years ago, you need no reminding about the dreadful risotto curse that’s haunted contestants ever since. Famously dubbed as the “death dish,” risotto has been responsible for sending many contestants home, including putting the Julie Goodwin-led brown team in elimination in the latest “Fans & Favorites” season (via GoodFood)....

The Viral ‘Pink Sauce Chef’ Finally Responded To The TikTok Controversy TikTok By Savanna Swain-Wilson/July 22, 2022 8:02 pm EST If you’ve been anywhere near TikTok lately, you’re probably aware of the drama surrounding TikToker @Chef.Pii (who goes by Pink Sauce Queen) and her controversial pink sauce product. Per Daily Dot, ever since its launch back in June, the colorful condiment — which looks like a cross between Heinz EZ Squeeze and Teletubby custard — has been subject to widespread criticism particularly due to safety concerns over its suspicious ingredients, packaging, and distribution....

This Is Heidi Klum’s Go-To McDonald’s Order lev radin/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/March 4, 2022 1:01 pm EST We love to learn supermodels like Heidi Klum are also super normal. Klum may grace the cover of fashion and sports magazines, but she also likes to eat the occasional fast food. While the television personality tends to favor starting her day with a green drink, makes soup with her kids, and keeps her meals relatively simple (via Women’s Health), Klum revealed to the magazine that when her mom visits, all bets are off....

We Tried Dairy Queen’s New Fruity Blast Dipped Cone. Here’s How It Went. Jenny Kellerhals/Mashed By Jenny Kellerhals/April 18, 2022 11:06 am EST We love a classic vanilla soft serve cone from Dairy Queen, and would never turn down the chance to have it dipped in chocolate coating. The classic vanilla and chocolate flavors are great, but we were excited to find out about the newest seasonal offering. This spring, Dairy Queen launched the newest limited edition dip cone flavor, the Fruity Blast Dipped Cone, which is flavored like a fruity berry breakfast cereal....

What Makes Dairy Queen’s Menu In Texas So Unique Facebook By Chase Shustack/March 21, 2022 12:19 pm EST One good thing about fast food restaurants is that, no matter where you go, be it your home state or across the country, you’ll almost always find the same things you know and love. If you were to go to a big chain restaurant either in downtown New York or the middle of Nowhere, you can still get your favorite combo meal in both locations—just like you would at the one in your neighborhood....

What To Know About Buc-Ee’s Breakfast Items EWY Media/Shutterstock By Brianna Persons/Updated: Aug. 30, 2022 4:20 pm EST Buc-ee’s is a Texas institution up there with Willie Nelson and Whataburger, and there’s certainly nothing ordinary about the popular rest stops. Between the legion of gas pumps and squeaky-clean bathrooms, road-weary travelers will find everything they need to refuel for their trip. Yet unlike the no-name gas stations that line the highways, Buc-ee’s remains a destination unto itself for the copious snacks and hot foods it dishes out daily....

Why General Mills Is Discontinuing Two Of Its Iconic Brands Facebook By Savanna Swain-Wilson/May 26, 2022 9:48 am EST Many people think of General Mills as the king of cereal, and while that may be true, the company probably wouldn’t be where it is today without its contribution to the world of packaged dry dinners. Fifty years ago, the invention of Hamburger Helper changed the game for families in the US who needed a quick, economical way to get a semi-homemade meal on the table....

Why India’s Latest Announcement Adds To The Food Security Crisis MagicBones/Shutterstock By Taylor Huang/Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 9:49 am EST The war in Ukraine has impacted the food industry across the globe. Among the widely felt results of the conflict are fast food companies pausing operations in Russia, as well as business at Russian restaurants declining in the United States. Another lasting result of the conflict has been Ukraine’s inability to export wheat, in addition to other valuable products such as fertilizers and vegetable oil, explains CNBC....

Why Moms On Twitter Are Buzzing About Emeril Lagasse’s Olive Oil Cake Leonard Zhukovsky/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Updated: May 9, 2022 5:07 pm EST Mother’s Day is creeping up on us fast, and if you are still looking for a way to celebrate and maybe impress the moms in your life with your cooking skills, Emeril Lagasse has a sweet way to do so. Whether you’re planning a Mother’s Day breakfast, a fancy brunch, afternoon tea, or a family picnic to celebrate mom, you might want to incorporate Lagasse’s olive oil cake recipe....