Why Does Rao's Pasta Sauce Cost So Much More Than Prego?
In this corner: the low-cost pasta sauce Prego. In the other: the higher-priced jar of Rao's. Why does Rao's have a steep price tag? There are a few reasons.
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Stories By Joe Hoeffner
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The Pros And Cons Of Boiling Ribs Before Tossing Them On The Grill
Are you improving the flavor of ribs by boiling them before grilling, or doing them a disservice? We asked an expert to set the record straight on boiling ribs.
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Table Manners And Etiquette Are Quite Different - Here's How
Table manners and dining etiquette may go hand in hand, but they're not one in the same. What's the difference between these eating essentials?
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How To Easily Open A Stuck Jar Lid Without Breaking Your Arm
Opening a stuck jar lid is an unfortunately common experience, but there are a few fabulous tricks that will loosen up that top in a few minutes or less.
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Coca-Cola Is A Proven Cure For One Medical Condition
Coca-Cola is used as a home remedy for anything from an unsettled stomach to a dirty toilet bowl, but it has been clinically proven to cure one strange issue.
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What Should You Do When There's A Fly In Your Wine?
While fruit flies are commonly seen near open wine, the etiquette of how to handle it is different in a restaurant than you would probably do at home.
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Spot This On An Italian Restaurant's Drink Menu And You're Probably At A Bad One
There are many qualities to consider when determining if you're at a good Italian restaurant, but according to an expert, the drink menu will be the tell.
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The Discontinued Lay's Chips Literally No One Wants To See Again
Lays brought out a healther type of chips that had a wow factor, but the reason it was discontinued won't have you craving it ever again.
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This State Produces The Most Mushrooms
The biggest mushroom-growing state in the United States is not the biggest geographically, but it has an intriguing history of how its central hub began.
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The Seasoning Ratio You Need For Any Amount Of Steak
Seasoning can improve almost any cut of meat, from a lean skirt steak to a mighty porterhouse. But how much seasoning does meat need? We have a ratio.
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Here's Why ASMR Cooking Makes You So Hungry
You can set your watch by it: Watch a video of food cooking and you'll feel hungry. But are you really in the mood to eat, or is it brain chemistry at work?
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The U.S. State That Produces The Most Honey
Think the buzz about your state's pretty sweet? There can only be one top honey producer in the U.S. and this state's dripping with liquid gold.
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Do Bitters Stay Good Forever After Being Opened?
No bar cart is complete without a couple of bottles of bitters. But if they are looking a little dusty, you may be wondering if they're still okay to use.
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Baskin-Robbins Has Way More Than 31 Flavors
Just like one of the founders wanted, Baskin-Robbins has a flavor for everyone, but when and where you can get your favorite ice cream is key.
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Avoid This One Canned Meat - It's A Disaster In More Ways Than One
While some canned meats, such as Spam, have found their way into culture's good graces, others are kept at arms' length. Among them is this curiously named meat
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Here's What You Need To Make A Sunday Roast Like The Brits
This is one meal you'll want every day of the week. Bank on a trad British Sunday roast for savory, oven-baked comfort that hits right every time.
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Whatever Happened To Frozen Orange Juice?
For decades, frozen concentrate was the way that many people enjoyed orange juice. But in recent years, it's fallen out of favor. What happened to frozen OJ?
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The Best Beer To Pick For Your First Homebrew Batch
If you're considering getting into homebrewing beer as a hobby, you should take the time to consider what to make. This beer is a great option for beginners.
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Why Bartenders Hate Making This Classic Cocktail
Most bartenders love to share their favorite classic cocktails with others. But when it comes to this specific drink, you'll be hard pressed to find a fan.
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The Centuries-Old Distillery That Makes Costco's Kirkland Signature Bourbon
Costco's Kirkland Signature brands have widespread appeal, but the wholesale grocer doesn't make it themselves. What distillery is behind the bourbon?
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The State That Sells And Grows The Most Popcorn In The US
Popcorn is one of the most popular snacks in the US and is widely produced in the states. However, one popcorn growing state leaves all the others behind.
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The Expensive Type Of Steak Kim Jong-Un Eats
Although North Korea has a sad history of food woes, Kim Jong-Un has managed to eat lavishly. In fact, he is a fan of a very pricey type of steak.
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The Fast Food-Themed Hotel That Was A Total Disaster
Burgers and fries should be what you bring back to a hotel when you don't feel like ordering room service, not the theme of the place you are staying in.
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Dolly Parton's Chicken Salad Has An On-Brand Southern Twist
In addition to being a legendary singer-songwriter and font of positivity, Dolly Parton also makes a chicken salad sandwich that reflects her Southern roots.
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Lyndon B. Johnson Loved This Drink So Much That He Had A Delivery Button On His Desk For It
President Lyndon B. Johnson had a button on the Resolute desk in the Oval Office to expressly order this specific drink, but he drank it for a reason.
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The Canned Tuna Brand With The Lowest Mercury Levels Is Also Super Affordable
If you enjoy eating canned tuna on the regular, paying attention to mercury levels is a primary concern. Here's the canned tuna brand with the lowest levels.
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The Cracker Barrel Side Dish Customers Are Ready To Retire
Cracker Barrel can sometimes be hit or miss. One menu item of theirs in particular, however, seems to really pull in those pesky negative reviews.
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