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The Reason You Shouldn’t Boil Eggs Straight From The Fridge Stephanie Frey/Shutterstock By Kimberley Laws/Updated: April 7, 2022 11:29 am EST If you’ve ever been entrusted with the role of “deviled egg-provider” at a family gathering, you know it can be tricky to peel several dozen eggs without destroying a few along the way. No matter how gently you try to remove the shell, you still wind up turning your once-beautiful orb of shiny white perfection into a pitted, scarred mess — a former egg of sorts....

The Starbucks Pastry Employees Hate Serving, According To Reddit Prachana Thong-on/Shutterstock By Hannah Beach/Aug. 18, 2022 10:48 am EST Although Starbucks is perhaps best known for its coffee, frappuccinos, and fruity iced drinks that bring to mind teenagers posing for an Instagram photo, that’s not all the Starbucks menu has to offer. Starbucks also has pre-made sandwiches, parfaits, and various bakery goods to enjoy alongside your drink of choice, like the fruity Refreshers the brand is being sued over (per Bloomberg)....

The Trader Joe’s Tea Instagram Is Elated To Have Back P.V.R Murty/Shutterstock By Lucy Maddox/July 7, 2022 12:26 pm EST On a hot summer day, nothing beats relaxing poolside with a chilled glass of iced tea. While it might not get the same hype as coffee, tea has a lot of advantages over its caffeinated counterpart. Tasty, soothing, and energizing, tea is the second most popular drink in the world, as noted by Coffee Affection, bested only by packaged water....

The Unexpected Ingredient Guy Fieri Uses In Cajun Chicken Alfredo Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images By Gabriela Izquierdo/July 15, 2022 10:05 am EST There’s no greater expert when it comes to decadent comfort foods than the “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives” star, Guy Fieri. The chef has traveled around the U.S. in his convertible, sampling hearty foods from various eating establishments. So when it comes to classic dishes done right, Fieri is a go-to for delicious recipes....

The Untold Truth Of Fruitopia enase/Shutterstock By Crysta Coburn/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 1:15 pm EST Few things will instantly flip the on switch when it comes to 90s snack nostalgia like the magic, the mystery that was Fruitopia. What school wasn’t home to one of their psychedelic, vividly colored vending machines, stocked with things like Strawberry Passion Awareness, Blueberry Watermelon Wisdom, and Fruit Integration (Coca-Cola)? What’s more, Fruitopia wasn’t just a uniquely flavored bottled beverage....

Traditional Shrimp Étouffée Recipe Erin Johnson/Mashed By Erin Johnson AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 12, 2022 4:59 pm EST Getting a flavorful dinner, or any dinner for that matter, on the table at the end of a busy day can feel like a feat, but it doesn’t have to be as hard as you think. Recipe developer Erin Johnson brings us this recipe for traditional shrimp étouffée. Étouffée is a Cajun or Creole meal, usually made with crawfish....

Wendy’s Just Gave Fans A Spoonful Of Its Highly Anticipated Summer Frosty Facebook By Naomi Kennedy/June 7, 2022 2:08 pm EST There’s nothing like ice cream on a hot summer day, which is probably why one 2015 Harris Poll survey found it to be America’s favorite snack during the warmest months of the year. A heaping scoop of any flavor in a crunchy waffle cone is a preferred way of enjoying the frozen treat when going spoonless....

What Do You Remember About The Brady Bunch Kitchen? Jennifer Bardsley Author/Facebook By Kimberley Laws/Updated: April 18, 2022 3:30 pm EST If you remember all the words to “The Brady Bunch” theme song, you likely have oodles of fond memories of 4222 Clinton Way and the family that called it home. This is the house where Bobby created a flood of laundry soap bubbles and where Jan got her first pair of glasses....

Why An Airplane Pasta Meal Will Probably Be Mediocre lucky_winner/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Feb. 28, 2022 12:01 pm EST If you’ve ever traveled by airplane, be it for a quick two-hour trip or a long overnight flight, you’re probably well-aware that commercial airlines aren’t exactly offering an all-you-can-eat buffet up there. When seated in the main cabin for domestic flights on major U.S. airlines, there may not be meal service at all....

Why Do Pickles Taste Different From The Deli? Leonard Zhukovsky/Shutterstock By Maria Aguirre/Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 1:48 pm EST The classic sandwich with a coleslaw side for lunch can be upgraded with a pickle on the side, or, even better, pickles on the sandwich, which tastes so good because all of the flavors get to marry together. That acidic touch improves any meal, especially the pickles that give us “Marvelous Mrs....

Why Rachael Ray Said Goodbye To An Iconic Recurring Guest Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Matt Byrne/Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 10:04 am EST Rachael Ray is known for her simple recipes intended for working cooks who can’t devote their lives to crafting culinary delights in the kitchen. She’s also known for her iconic guests. Throughout her career as a Food Network host, Ray has hosted shows with some of the most memorable names in movies, television, cooking, music, and sports, while whipping up everything from meatloaf to watermelon pizza....

Why Taco Bell’s Reported Employee Rules Came Under Fire On Reddit KULLAPONG PARCHERAT/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Aug. 14, 2022 11:00 am EST No matter what job you work, you’re obviously going to be following a strict set of rules. It may be the usual dress code or how to handle emergencies, but sometimes there are rules specifically for social media use. If you work in a company that relies heavily on social media for marketing purposes, there are likely guidelines....

Why You Shouldn’t Leave Your Cheesecake On The Counter Vladislav Noseek/Shutterstock By Abby Tariq/July 24, 2022 12:53 am EST There’s no denying we yearn for sweet happiness in life. And what better way to make our tongues salivate with delight than relishing the simple joy of eating creamy and luxurious cheesecake? Ah, there’s nothing quite like the sweet flavor and mild tangy notes of cheesecake. Even a single bite of your favorite cheesecake can change your mood instantly....

10 Best Substitutes For Smoked Paprika Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Updated: July 5, 2022 11:02 am EST For any home cook, a good spice collection is an integral part of creating incredible, flavor-packed dishes. Whether you prefer to make your own seasoning blends from solitary spices or you incorporate a few store-bought blends into the mix, there’s no denying that spices and seasonings can take an incredibly simple dish from boring and bland to absolutely delicious....

10-Minute Creamy Grape Salad Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: March 24, 2022 3:26 pm EST This creamy grape salad is the sister recipe to other, better known “salads” like chicken salad and potato salad. The addition of grapes not only makes this recipe unique, though; it also makes it incredibly delicious! Chef Kristen Carli is the mastermind behind this dish. “This is more of a breakfast type of salad, sort of like a yogurt parfait,” she said, and recommends serving it as a breakfast side with quiche or breakfast casserole....

A New Seinfeld-Based Cookbook Is Set To Launch This Fall Barnes & Noble By Kimberley Laws/Updated: April 26, 2022 11:33 am EST While the widely successful TV sitcom, “Seinfeld,” claims to be a show about nothing, many episodes actually revolve around food. Admittedly, some of these food items were not presented in the best light, such as George’s garbage can eclair, Jerry’s two dinners, and Kramer’s rotten fruit (via Eater)....

Amaury Guichon’s Chocolate Purse Has Instagram Amazed Facebook By Hannah Beach/Updated: Aug. 31, 2022 8:12 am EST If you’re a fan of Netflix baking shows, you’re likely familiar with “School of Chocolate” star Amaury Guichon. Guichon grew up on the French/Swiss border and attended culinary schools in both countries. According to his Pastry Academy bio, Guichon created his own series of master classes in 2017, which he taught around the world....

Anne Burrell Just Wrote A Scathing Instagram Post About The Supreme Court’s Reported Decision Bryan Bedder/Getty By Cristine Struble/May 3, 2022 2:53 pm EST When The New York Times reported that a leaked majority opinion from the U.S. Supreme Court appears to overturn Roe v. Wade, the reaction was swift. From protests in the streets to Anne Burrell speaking up on social media, people expressed their personal beliefs on this right to privacy....

Author Sarah Thomas Talks New Kalamata’s Kitchen Book - Exclusive Interview Chancelor Humphrey By Helena Nichols/June 7, 2022 9:27 am EST Getting children to try new foods is not always easy, and expanding their palates can become a challenge for both parents and children alike. Though this challenge doesn’t scare Sarah Thomas, co-founder and author of the “Kalamata’s Kitchen” books. Through her whimsical characters, and the books’ bright captivating artwork (courtesy illustrator Jo Kosmides Edwards), Thomas teaches children to learn about new foods and take on the Taste Bud Pledge stating they “promise to keep my mind open and my fork ready, to try each new food at least two times, and share what’s on my plate when someone doesn’t have enough....

Burger King Aims To Confuse With Plant-Based Whopper Campaign Deutschlandreform/Shutterstock By Elaina Friedman/March 4, 2022 11:39 am EST After the initial success of its meatless Impossible Whopper, which landed in over 7,000 US locations in August 2019 in partnership with the plant-based company Impossible Foods, Burger King vegan patties have found their way to Brazil, China, and other countries (via VegNews). The meatless option apparently tastes strikingly similar to the fast food giant’s standard meat offerings, as per a 2019 review in Eat This, Not That!...