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Why Jessica Simpson’s Card Was Once Declined At A Taco Bell John Shearer/Getty Images By Julia Mullaney/April 27, 2022 4:25 pm EST It’s easy to think of the celebrity life as one full of glamour and money, but even the “rich” and famous can run into financial trouble. Plenty of celebrities have reportedly gone as far as filing for bankruptcy, including 50 Cent and Cyndi Lauper, according to Business Insider. Still, with Jessica Simpson, running out of money came with a bit of a different story....

Why You Should Avoid Certain Foods Before A Colonoscopy ING Studio1985/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/March 28, 2022 8:15 pm EST For those who have ever experienced a colonoscopy, it goes without saying that it’s certainly no walk in the park. The purpose of the medical procedure is to detect abnormalities in the colon and rectum, per Mayo Clinic, as well as to check for potential diseases, including cancer. Although the procedure itself is relatively painless, the preparation for a colonoscopy can be pretty crappy (pun intended)....

10 Best Substitutes For Cayenne Pepper Shutterstock By Ralph Schwartz/Updated: July 7, 2022 9:42 am EST The dried and powdered form of the cayenne chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a spice rack workhorse, trotted out pretty much any time a recipe calls for heat. Cayenne’s popularity may be due to its status as a Goldilocks pepper — not too spicy, like the habanero, and not too mild, like the jalapeño. Of course, everyone’s spice tolerance is different, but cayenne, at 30,000 to 50,000 heat units on the Scoville scale, is commonly described as having “medium” heat (via PepperScale)....

84 Recipes For A Baby Shower Buffet Table Jacob Lund/Shutterstock By Nads Willow/Aug. 15, 2022 2:39 pm EST Baby shower buffets are a fantastic opportunity to create a wonderfully visual feast full of delightful dishes and divine desserts that can be enjoyed by guests of all ages. They’re all about cute, delicate, and fun bites that are easy-to-eat finger foods. They’re not about big meaty dishes and loaded-up messy shares. They’re about celebrating the future, while serving up some nostalgic dishes that are rich with tradition, even if some are given a modern twist....

A Chick-Fil-A Employee Had A Hilarious Response To A Customer’s 1-Star Review ZikG/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/Updated: April 5, 2022 10:18 am EST It’s not uncommon for even the best restaurants to receive the occasional poor review. Even eateries that are usually on top of their game have those moments where something goes wrong. And the diner who bears the brunt of it might take to the internet to express their distaste....

A Fan-Favorite Little Bites Muffin Flavor Is Back Just In Time For Summer Facebook By Amanda Tarlton/April 11, 2022 3:34 pm EST Whether blueberry, banana nut, cranberry orange, or some other variety, muffins are as popular of a breakfast and brunch treat as they are a quick snack with a cup of tea. While you can snag a full-size muffin at Starbucks or Panera (or bake homemade ones at home), sometimes you want something a little more snack-sized....

Cracker Barrel’s Shady Response To The Impossible Sausage Drama Facebook By Elise DeVoe/Aug. 8, 2022 3:26 pm EST Cracker Barrel really captures the decadence of American breakfast. While Italians grab a quick espresso and pastry, we sit down for a feast of eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, biscuits, and more (via CNN). A standard American breakfast may be considered over the top by many other countries, and then if they see a Cracker Barrel breakfast, their heads may explode....

Everything We Know About Girl Scouts’ New Cookie Flavor Girl Scouts of the USA By Derek Helling/Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 12:50 pm EST While spring is normally the time that Girl Scout troops make big pushes to sell boxes of cookies in neighborhoods around the United States, that doesn’t mean fans of the famous flavors like Tagalongs and Thin Mints have to suffer through the rest of 2022 waiting to indulge....

Everything We Know So Far About The Golden Girls Pop-Up Kitchen Tour BucketListers By Chase Shustack/July 29, 2022 1:47 pm EST Dorothy Zbornak, Sophia Petrillo, Rose Nylund, and Blanche Devereaux: four of America’s most beloved older women who have captured the nation’s hearts, despite being totally fictional characters. From the sarcastic yet compassionate Dorothy to southern belle Blanche and her seductive charms, the 1985-1992 sitcom revolves around these four older women as they navigate everything from relationships to health scares....

Feeling Hangry Is Real, According To Science Mix and Match Studio/Shutterstock By Ree Winter/July 20, 2022 1:37 am EST In 2015, the word ‘hangry’ was added to the Oxford English dictionary. It’s a combination of the words ‘hungry’ and ‘angry’ and means that a person’s anger is caused by being in a state of hunger, per Grammarist. Even though the portmanteau ‘hangry’ sounds like a made-up word and was only added to the dictionary recently, it’s been cited in popular culture as far back as 1956, per Fox News....

Geoffrey Zakarian Has The Easiest Hack For Cutting Corn On The Cob Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images By Abby Tariq/Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 11:16 am EST Nothing beats devouring fresh, juicy, and sweet corn on the cob in the summer. This excellent picnic addition sets the perfect base for other exciting foods on the menu. That’s why we can’t dare imagine a cookout without eating the pearl-like kernels straight from the cob. And whether you like boiled corn or grilled corn on the cob recipes, one thing we can all agree on is how summer can feel incomplete without this irresistible veggie....

Here’s How Coffee Breaks Were Invented fizkes/Shutterstock By Colin McCandless/March 31, 2022 1:03 pm EST More than 150 million Americans drink coffee in some form, with nearly half the population enjoying this perky beverage that helps those who indulge stay alert and active throughout the day. Many people reach the point where they can hardly function in the morning until they sip that first cup of joe. Over time, coffee has practically become synonymous with office culture and productivity....

Kielbasa Stew Recipe Cecilia Ryu/Mashed By Cecilia Ryu AND Mashed Staff/March 29, 2022 5:16 pm EST What, exactly, is a kielbasa, and is it any different than a Polish sausage? The answer to the latter question is no, since the word “kielbasa” is actually Polish for “sausage.” Therefore, any kielbasa you buy is going to be a Polish-style sausage. That being said, there are different types of kielbasa, but the kind you’ll be using to make this stew is the standard supermarket variety that somewhat resembles a super-sized hot dog....

Outback’s New Menu Item Is Ripe For Strawberry Lovers The Toidi/Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/June 14, 2022 9:06 am EST When most people visit a fast casual franchise restaurant like Applebees or Capital Grille, the last menu option on their mind is likely a salad, but that doesn’t stop these franchised spots from selling them. One would suspect that the want for salad is especially low at steakhouses like Outback, whose claim to fame, in addition to its steaks, is its sides....

Over 24% Said This Is Their Favorite TikTok Chef Mehaniq/Shutterstock By Justina Huddleston/April 12, 2022 3:11 pm EST TikTok first became available in the U.S. in 2017, but it really increased in popularity during the pandemic (via Variety). Now, it’s where people go not just for entertainment, but also to learn new things about everything from how to apply make-up or start a compost heap to oil painting tutorials and more....

The 2-Ingredient Dessert Costco Shoppers Can’t Get Enough Of Kevin Avina/Shutterstock By Hannah Beach/Updated: July 25, 2022 11:57 am EST Who doesn’t love dessert? Naturally, there are several among the many Costco food items that have a cult following. These include brownie brittle, bakery muffins, and sheet cakes, the latter being one of Costco’s all-time most beloved products. However, some of the yummiest desserts are not premade Costco items, but rather are made at home with Costco items....

The Best Food Delivery Services Of 2022 Motortion Films/Shutterstock By Amy Boyington/Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 12:34 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Over the past few years, you may have noticed that the number of companies offering food delivery straight to your home or office has grown. Now, no matter where you live, you probably have at least one or two food delivery services and meal-kit companies that conveniently bring fresh ingredients and meals to your door....

The Disturbing Allegations That Landed A Former Blue Bell CEO In Court Alizada Studios/Shutterstock By Cristine Struble/Aug. 8, 2022 12:37 pm EST With a scoop in hand and a bowl on the counter, opening an ice cream pint brings a sweet reward. From simple vanilla to indulgent mix-ins, that frozen dessert has many people screaming for more. Sometimes, however, digging into ice cream gets you more than you bargained for. Although Blue Bell ice cream might have the tagline “the best ice cream in the country,” the listeria outbreak associated with its products — the reason Blue Bell had to shut down its factories in 2015 — has churned more than just a cautionary tale about food safety (via CDC)....

The Indiana Donut That Was Just Voted ‘America’s Greatest’ Soho A Studio/Shutterstock By Sophia Lo/May 27, 2022 8:29 pm EST If you love donuts, you may have sunk your sweet tooth into many flavors offered by popular donut chains found in the U.S., like Krispy Kreme or the not-so-modestly named Legendary Dougnuts. Like a sweet-seeking missile, you might have even wanted to find what people consider the best variety that the nation has to offer....

The One Ingredient That Will Level Up Store-Bought Dip Alena_Kos/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/May 25, 2022 4:33 pm EST There’s nothing better than a homemade dip. Whether it’s a savory beer cheese dip in a crusty bread bowl or a spinach-artichoke dip for tortilla chips, you really can’t go wrong with an easy, delicious bowl of dip. You could impress any party with Guy Fieri’s take on French Onion Dip (via Food Network) or the Pioneer Woman’s Cheeseburger Dip....