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The Mystery Of A 60-Year-Old McDonald’s Meal Stashed In A Wall Pavlovska Yevheniia/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/April 26, 2022 5:15 pm EST There’s something about fast food that can make it the most delicious-looking thing in the world to something that makes your stomach churn. Who hasn’t indulged in crispy, hot McDonald’s fries, only to become revolted once they’ve cooled into soggy wet potato sticks? It’s safe to say that fast food is better eaten immediately rather than kept in the fridge for leftovers....

The Real Reason Food Labels Don’t Always Work Kaspars Grinvalds/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/July 14, 2022 3:33 pm EST The first nutrition facts labels on food products appeared in 1994, following the passage of the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) into law four years earlier, according to Food Insight. Nutrition labels were added to help consumers become more informed about the foods that they were eating, as well as to “encourage food companies to produce healthier food....

The Real Reason Tri-Tip Steak Is Associated With California Shutterstock By Mirtle Pena-Calderon/Updated: June 22, 2022 10:07 am EST If you were traveling to the beautiful and sunny state of California in the 1950s, there’s a chance that you might have heard of a little something called the California cut (today known as the tri-tip steak). This cut of meat quickly became associated with California because of the boom that it experienced within the area....

The Reason You May Be Afraid Of Fruit Photographee.eu/Shutterstock By Ree Winter/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 8:07 am EST Fruit is an important part of a balanced diet. Ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Romans, and Chinese recorded things such as cherries, grapes, figs, and melons amongst their produce (via Aurlea). People who didn’t get enough nutritional value, especially sailors at sea, were at risk of developing scurvy — a disease that causes the body to disintegrate, gums to rot, and skin to break out in painful ulcers, per National Geographic....

The Unconventional Way Hungarian Pickles Are Fermented BearFotos/Shutterstock By Dave Malyon/Aug. 3, 2022 9:16 am EST Unlike other types of pickles, Hungarian-style pickles don’t need darkness for fermentation to take effect. Additionally, this kind of pickling requires a unique ingredient. When the word “pickles” is used, we often think of members of the cucumber family and sometimes the brine they are soaked in. However, pickles are anything that ferments in brine (like pickled vegetables), as per Merriam-Webster’s definition....

The Untold Truth Of Little Caesars Instagram via @littlecaesars By DB Kelly AND Rachel Kiser/Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 9:04 am EST There are few people that will admit to going to Little Caesars because they love the pizza, but there are a ton of people who head there for a convenient, decent, affordable couple of pizzas that will feed the whole family. They’ve built an empire based on having pizza ready on demand, and in our busy world, that’s a huge thing....

The Wendy’s-Inspired Racing Game Instagram Is In Love With Deutschlandreform/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Updated: Aug. 25, 2022 8:56 am EST Wendy’s is known for its crispy, hot French fries, classic Frostys, its square-shaped burgers, and its witty social media. Whether this beloved brand is asking for proposals on Twitter for a chance to win free fries for a year, tempting us with the Wendy’s Baconator, or humorously roasting its competition (via Timeout), Wendy’s knows how to keep its customers entertained and their appetites satiated....

The Worst Auntie Anne’s Pretzel, According To 38% Of People We Polled Facebook By Ree Winter/June 30, 2022 12:20 pm EST Most Auntie Anne’s fans are aware that the franchise offers signature pretzels, pretzel dogs, and soft pretzels with many different flavors of toppings. But did you know that more than 500 of the brand’s customers participated in a Mashed survey to determine which Auntie Anne’s pretzel was the worst according to their taste buds?...

What Is Tamarind And What Does It Taste Like? Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup/Updated: July 5, 2022 3:29 pm EST You’ve surely heard of tamarind, but what do you really know about this versatile and fruity flavor? Native to tropical Africa, tamarind is derived from the Arabic tamar hindi, which loosely translated means “Indian date” (via Free Dictionary). Unlike a date, the tamarind requires a little more preparation than just eating it off the vine, but it’s a unique taste that many consider worth any amount of effort....

Why Everyone Is Talking About Cinnabon’s New Protein Drinks Facebook By Taylor Huang/Updated: April 13, 2022 8:45 am EST Fans of nutritional beverages may be excited to hear that Cinnabon has released a new protein drink that both reflects the warm, sweet flavors of its products and will help get them to their fitness goals. Though Cinnabon is a business that is mainly associated with the kiosks at shopping malls, it also has a handful of flavored Cinnabon products that fans can buy at their local supermarket....

Why Google Employees Once Had An Issue With M&M’s Lynxs Photography/Shutterstock By Derek Helling/July 7, 2022 5:45 am EST It’s the candy that melts in your mouth, not in your hand, but did you know that M&Ms also nearly caused a meltdown at Google’s offices? In 2012, Google commissioned a team of people with advanced degrees to address a problem its employees were having with the candy-shelled chocolate. No, it wasn’t an office brawl about whether the brown M&Ms are actually brown or if that’s just the color of the chocolate....

Why LA Could Become The Next BBQ Hot Spot Marie Sonmez Photography/Shutterstock By Andrew Walser/June 21, 2022 12:37 pm EST Barbeque is an American food steeped in rich tradition. At its heart, it’s the simple combination of time, heat, and meat, but within that simple trifecta is plenty of room for individualism and tradition. Several of America’s barbeque traditions come from the southern region, with many states having their own unique style that is further broken down by the state’s own regions and geography....

Why You May Want To Avoid Putting Leftovers In A Slow Cooker stockcreations/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/March 11, 2022 1:59 pm EST Slow cookers might be one of the most convenient small appliances ever invented. The “set it and forget it” concept allows people with busy schedules to prepare a well-cooked meal without tediously keeping an eye on the dish the entire time. The slow cooker was first invented by Irving Nachumsohn back in the early 1900s, and in 1940, Nachumsohn earned a patent for his invention, per Smithsonian Magazine....

Why Your Local Trader Joe’s Might Be Giving One Item Out For Free Lewis Tse/Shutterstock By Sophia Lo/June 14, 2022 9:07 am EST Ever wondered why Trader Joe’s food is so cheap? There are a few reasons for this, including how most of the products are under the store’s own label, and you won’t find extras like a full-service deli in the building. Many TJ’s customers may already know that their favorite grocery store is affordable, but getting an unexpected free snack while shopping makes the trip extra enjoyable....

Your Favorite Godiva Chocolates Can Now Be Enjoyed With A Bowl And Spoon RYO Alexandre/Shutterstock By Hannah Beach/Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 4:26 pm EST When it comes to chocolates, Godiva definitely ranks high. This gourmet chocolate company got its start in Brussels, Belgium, in 1926 and is still going strong to this day. With its elegant packaging and sophisticated flavors, and it’s easy to view Godiva truffles as a luxury....

Aaron Sanchez Reveals The Secrets Within The MasterChef Pantry DFree/Shutterstock By Sarah Martinez/July 6, 2022 11:23 am EST “MasterChef” premiered its 12th season at the end of May, and the long-running competition show continues to surprise fans. This season’s theme is “Back to Win,” where previous contestants return in the hopes of taking home the title of MasterChef (per Fox). While some fans watch the show for the epic judge meltdowns, most of us are here for the amazing food and cooking....

Beef Brisket Recipe Stephanie Rapone/Mashed By Stephanie Rapone AND Mashed Staff/Updated: April 29, 2022 6:26 pm EST Beef brisket is traditionally served at a Passover seder or Rosh Hashanah celebration, according to Food & Wine. However, it’s also a perfect meal for any weeknight dinner. On her blog, Pantry to Plate, food writer Stephanie Rapone develops recipes with families in mind. Rapone is a busy working mom and she loves what are, in her words, “cook once, eat twice” meals....

Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Muffins Catherine Brookes/Mashed By Catherine Brookes AND Mashed Staff/April 4, 2022 11:37 am EST One of the hardest things about having a gluten intolerance or going gluten free for other reasons is the fact that there’s not always a great alternative option to some of your favorite foods. Luckily, the gluten-free market is a huge one, and recipe developers are constantly trying to come up with gluten-free recipes that don’t lose out on the taste of the original, gluten-filled versions....

Gordon Ramsay’s Tip For Beautiful-Looking Rice Rob Kim/Getty By Gabriela Izquierdo/Updated: Aug. 24, 2022 9:37 am EST One of the most recognizable names in the culinary world, Gordon Ramsay, has been teaching us how to cook via his many cooking shows over the decades. With Ranker listing the top 15 Ramsay-centered cooking shows, the British chef has been a mainstay on cable for years. The fact that he even has at least 15 shows to rank highlights how popular the sometimes controversial Ramsay is....

Homemade Orange Chicken Recipe Ksenia Prints/Mashed By Ksenia Prints/Updated: March 24, 2022 5:15 pm EST When you don’t feel like ordering in, our easy, classic orange chicken is a great option. It’s incredibly easy to make at home with little fuss and simple, everyday ingredients. Based on its crave-worthiness, Chinese–American cuisine deserves its own wing in the Takeout Hall of Fame. And in this wing, orange chicken would be the star attraction....