Best Nutella Cupcakes Recipe Molly Allen/Mashed By Molly Allen AND Mashed Staff/May 2, 2022 12:23 pm EST Nutella is a delicious hazelnut cocoa spread that has been around for quite some time. It has certainly become a household staple, similar to peanut butter, with many people enjoying it on toast, pancakes, or even to use as a dip for fruit. The possibilities for pairings are truly endless! Another great use for Nutella?...
Classic Moscow Mule Recipe Michelle McGlinn/Mashed By Michelle McGlinn AND Mashed Staff/April 25, 2022 9:12 am EST If you’re looking for a cocktail that’s crisp and refreshing, sweet but not overbearingly so, and packs a little bite, you’re in the right place with this classic Moscow Mule recipe. This cocktail is an American favorite both at bars and as a DIY drink, and it really couldn’t be easier to throw it together at home, as you’ll see thanks to this recipe from chef and recipe developer Michelle McGlinn....
Claudia Sandoval’s Number One Trick For Mastering Mole - Exclusive Amy Sussman/Getty Images By Hanna Claeson/May 17, 2022 8:48 am EST So you want to master mole. Let’s start at the beginning: First and foremost, it takes commitment. Don’t listen to those cooking shows that trick you into thinking this specialty dish is a 15-minute-over-and-done-with deal. “That’s not really mole,” said “MasterChef” winner Claudia Sandoval in an exclusive interview with Mashed....
Dairy Queen Is Celebrating Its New Fall Menu In An Unexpected Way Facebook By Crystal Antonace/Aug. 29, 2022 8:06 pm EST Summer is coming to a close, but that should only be good news for fall lovers. A change in season usually signifies new limited-time products from popular brands and restaurants. While some people may opt for a Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks to enhance their seasonal spirit, Dairy Queen is also prepared and eager to serve customers holiday-inspired treats....
Diva Q Crafts Perfect Barbecue With WhistlePig Whiskey - Exclusive Interview WhistlePig Whiskey By Hanna Claeson/Updated: Aug. 11, 2022 11:46 am EST This is something that keeper of the flame Danielle “Diva Q” Bennett knows in her bones: Barbecue is a way of life, and meat science is its life’s blood. Meet the ultimate BBQ whisperer. Since 2006, when Bennett judged her first contest, her insatiable need to learn more about barbecue has earned her over 400 barbecue awards (including 20 Grand Championships and 29 perfect “180” scores), over 20,000 students, a cookbook, a TV show (“BBQ Crawl”), and more than anyone’s fair share of once-in-a-lifetime culinary travel experiences....
Ground Beef’s Inflation Rates Will Give You Sticker Shock hacohob/Shutterstock By Crystal Antonace/Aug. 3, 2022 8:00 am EST While there has been some speculation over food prices tempering for certain grocery items, inflation is still affecting Americans one way or another, especially those of us who consider meat and dairy dietary staples. Sure, we could avoid the grocery store and eat out. But even a restaurant chain you might expect to be cheap, such as McDonald’s, is no longer safe from inflation....
Hacks To Grow Your Own Windowsill Veggies And Herbs Zemskaya/Shutterstock By Nads Willow/May 25, 2022 1:42 pm EST From pandemic lockdowns to economic restraint, many people are using their creativity, independence, and frugality to come up with some inspirational ideas when it comes to food. A wonderful idea that brightens up your life, as well as your kitchen, is watching your very own herbs and vegetables grow in front of your eyes on your windowsill....
How You Can Win A Ton Of Money From BrewDog Cans Graffixion/Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/July 27, 2022 10:51 am EST Hiding prizes in food is kind of a tale as old as time. Aside from the cliche of dropping an engagement ring in a champagne glass, many companies have used the element of surprise in their own initiatives to market their products, whether through a contest or just simply adding an extra hidden element....
Noodles And Company Just Brought Back A Fan-Favorite Colorful Dessert Facebook By Alia Hoyt/May 26, 2022 11:34 am EST Pride Month is coming up in June, and there are a lot of ways for people to celebrate the occasion and support the LGBTQ community. Most people associate the month with the many Pride festivals, run/walk fundraisers, marches, and plenty of other events held around the world. While celebration is a big part of Pride Month, it actually started off as a more reflective affair....
Reddit Is Roasting A Chick-Fil-A Karen For A Very Simple Reason rblfmr/Shutterstock By Jennifer Amos/Aug. 23, 2022 3:14 pm EST Chick-fil-A is known for its famous chicken sandwich, seasonal milkshakes, and exceptional customer service. The fast food chain’s employees seem to always be in the best mood, flashing a smile and saying, “My pleasure,” as they hand each customer their food. In fact, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), Chick-fil-A has been the leader in customer service for the last eight years, with a score of 83 out of 100....
Reddit Labels Costco Meat ‘Wagyu Chicken’ In Hilarious Inflation Post Andy.LIU/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/March 14, 2022 12:28 pm EST As if we haven’t dealt with enough crises over the past few years, inflation is continuing to be a problem well into 2022. Even though inflation sounds like something only big companies or financial advisors have to deal with, it’s affecting our everyday lives at the gas pump, grocery store, and more....
Starbucks Secret Menu Refreshers You Should Try Next Facebook By Amanda Maida/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 1:16 pm EST The Starbucks secret menu isn’t so secret whenever a new hack is discovered and goes viral across TikTok and Instagram, causing frenzied customers to line up at their local Starbucks or jump on the app to place their orders (via Buzzfeed News). The secret menu has seen some delicious successes, particularly secret frappuccinos and their various flavors such as Thin Mint, Twix, and Butterbeer (via Thrillist)....
Stephen King Is Doubling Down On His Controversial Salmon Recipe Rebecca Smeyne/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/Updated: April 21, 2022 1:02 pm EST When last we saw master horror writer Stephen King, he was being schooled by award-winning chef and humanitarian José Andrés for a proposed method for cooking salmon, which involved slathering olive oil and lemon juice on what he called a “nice salmon fillet” before wrapping it in damp paper towels and “nuke[ing] it in the microwave for 3 minutes or so,” via Twitter....
The 10 Best Grocery Store Bottled Cocktails You Should Buy Alina Yudina/Shutterstock By Alexandra Kesick/Updated: March 11, 2022 11:24 am EST Having a cocktail is one of life’s great wonders. But for those that don’t have the luxury of space and money, it’s a commitment to make your own bar at home. It takes a lot to get the right cocktail liquors, the mixers, and a personal bar takes up a lot of room in a small home....
The Backlash To McDonald’s Singapore’s Chick ‘N’ Cheese Burger Explained Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Updated: April 10, 2022 11:48 pm EST In an attempt to establish itself as a chicken sandwich purveyor, McDonald’s released a Chick ‘N’ Cheese sandwich in Singapore for a limited time and a neutral to negative response ensued. The concept, as McDonald’s bills it on its Singaporean website, is that the sandwich contains a mozzarella cheese stick-style patty as well as a chicken patty and sweet tomato chili jam....
The Best Over-The-Range Microwaves To Buy In 2022 Andrew E Gardner/Shutterstock By Brianna Persons/July 19, 2022 2:59 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When engineer Percy Spencer discovered the microwave oven in 1945, he probably wasn’t intending to revolutionize home cooking as we know it (via Business Insider). Today, over 90% of American homes have this trusty appliance, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and it’s easy to see why....
The Best Third-Place Contestant In Hell’s Kitchen History, According To Reddit s_bukley/Shutterstock By Kimberley Laws/Feb. 25, 2022 5:42 pm EST There are countless reasons to love “Hell’s Kitchen,” but one of the reasons why its has had so much ongoing success can be attributed to how the fans — and iconic chef Gordon Ramsay — react to each season’s contestants. It doesn’t take many episodes into the season for viewers to identify who they want to go home — the conjurers of raw chicken and overcooked beef Wellington, the overly massive ego owners, and the ones who pick fights for no apparent reason — as well as who they want to see crowned victorious....
The Best Woks Of 2022 New Africa/Shutterstock By Trevor Carlson/June 2, 2022 7:48 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Woks are much more useful than most people realize. While woks are renowned for their ability to sizzle up some excellent stir fry, you can also use a wok in other inventive ways like whipping up fresh popcorn, or frying fresh tortillas. The wok’s deep, rounded shape also makes it a practical choice for other tasks like steaming, braising, boiling, and frying....
The Halifax Oyster Festival Mascot Meme, Explained Facebook By Claire Schuh/July 26, 2022 9:38 am EST Twitter user Amy Langdon was checking out Facebook when she came upon a shocking picture. It turned out to be the mollusk mascot for the Halifax Oyster Festival. So far, the post has garnered more than 200,000 likes, and 3,600 people have replied to the tweet with their own reactions to the strange shell costume with 13 eyes and haunting lips....
The Hello Kitty-Inspired Frappuccino That’s Taking Reddit By Storm Bankoo/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 6:45 pm EST Since the early ’70s, Starbucks has been a destination for avid coffee drinkers. The Seattle-based java chain has also evolved into an oasis for consumers who crave something a little more luxurious to lift their spirits. The Frappuccino is a blended beverage made with ice, coffee, flavored syrups, and other yummy ingredients....
