The French Fries Bobby Flay Called 'Unbelievably Perfect'
It takes a lot to impress a celebrity chef like Bobby Flay, but this high-end French restaurant in New York City won him over with its french fries.
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Stories By Kendra Mahaffey
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The Salty Addition Your Cheesecakes Need
Whether sprinkled on top or mixed into the filling, this surprising addition will give your cheesecake the perfect blend of salty and sweet flavors.
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The Truly Unexpected Substitute For Eggs In A Pinch
Running out of eggs last-minute doesn't have to mean the end of your culinary plans. This unexpected egg substitute takes some of the stress out of baking.
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For Better Store-Bought Ramen, Reach For One Unexpected Seasoning Blend
Want to give store-bought ramen a little kick? This seasoning offers smoky, spicy flavor that elevates packet ramen and homemade noodle soup.
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The Creamy Addition That Makes Slow Cooker Soups Extra Rich
When soup season rolls around, we need all the tricks we can get. See the creamy canned add in that will take a savory soup decadent in a snap.
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Starbucks' Sweet Cream Is Only 2 Simple Ingredients
Money gets tight, so one way to avoid the coffee shop lines as well as the expense, is to whip up drinks at home. See how to make the sweet cream cold brew.
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What Makes Longhorn Steakhouse's Steaks So Delicious?
There are few ways you can stand out in a marketplace of great steakhouses. While service and ambiance matter, Longhorn knows the steaks are still the draw.
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Rachel Ray's Tip For Using Up The Last Of Your Jarred Salsa Is Lowkey Genius
Rachel Ray is full of tips and hates for anything to go waste. See her clever tip for turning the dregs of the salsa jar into good eating for a first course.
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The Delectable Mix-In Your Coffee Grounds Need
We've all had a moccaccino, but this ... isn't that. See how you can toss a bit of cocoa powder in with your coffee grounds for an amazingly complex brew.
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What Sets Cooking Wine And Drinking Wine Apart?
Should you be in the baking aisle or the alcohol aisle when the recipe calls for wine? We break down some of the differences between regular and cooking wine.
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The Beertini Is The Cocktail That's The Best Of Both Worlds
A beertini is charmingly half-fancy. While this may confuse or irritate the cosmopolitan crowd, it's a fun way to spruce up a brewski in the Heartland.
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The Truly Ancient Origins Of Fried Cheese Curds
Cheese curds are a Midwest favorite, whether you frequent BWWs, Culver's, or your favorite local haunt. But they're centuries older than you might imagine.
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Why Aren't You Grating Eggs Onto Your Avocado Toast?
Avocado toast is a treat in just about every circle, but the game has become to find the most interesting and flavorful things you can put atop it. Today, eggs!
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Vanilla Pudding Mix Is The Secret To Game-Changing French Toast
Pick you up a packet of Jell-O Vanilla Pudding Mix -- not for the pudding, but what it can do for amazing, out-of-this-world French toast ... or sticks!
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We Have The Little Something Your Rice Krispies Treats Are Missing
You may think you've done Rice Krispies Treats up all the best ways, but we'd bet money this is a new one on you. A little can will do wonders for them!
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The Pork Chops To Pick For A Perfectly Marinated Bite
There are a dozen different ways to get pork wrong -- you can dangerously undercook it, disappointingly overcook it, or botch the sear. This tip will help out!
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The Garlic Hack That Saves You From Bland Salads
See how a little half clove of garlic can transform the flavor and aroma of a simple side salad. You don't need expensive add ins when a bulb is around.
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