The Grilling Safety Step That's Too Easy To Forget After The BBQ Is Over
You've got the marinated meats, oiled veggies, and all the grilling tools, but once the cooking is complete, don't forget this crucial step.
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Stories By Kristine Belonio
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The Grocery Store Chicken Red Flag To Watch Out For
Most people have a good sense for what to look for when it comes to purchasing chicken at the grocery store, but this red flag is too often overlooked.
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The Best Time To Season Ground Beef For Bold Flavor
Ground beef, while delicious, needs some help in the spice department. But when to add it? Before or after it hits the grill or pan? We have the answer.
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The Way To Give Boiled Hot Dogs A Flavorful Upgrade
There are many ways to prepare hot dogs, but boiling is a classic. If your boiled hot dogs are turning out bland, try this simple trick to upgrade them.
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The Unfortunate Fate Of Cracker Barrel's First Restaurant Location
Cracker Barrel's entire business model is built around nostalgia, which is why the unfortunate fate of its first location is all the more surprising to fans.
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The Food Network Host Viewers Are Getting Tired Of Seeing — 'It's Way Too Much'
If we're being honest, Food Network has been leaning on its heavy hitters a bit harder than it should which is leading to audience fatigue for this host.
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Don't Waste Time: Caramelize Onions In The Microwave Instead Of A Pan
Most people caramelize onions over a long period of time using the stove, but there's a faster way to do it that involves putting the onions in the microwave.
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Don't Shake Or Scoop — Do This To Get Every Drop Of Sauce Out Of A Bottle
Never struggle to get the dregs of your favorite sauce from the bottle again. Use this hack so you can savor every last drop of all your condiments.
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4 Signs Your Mayonnaise Has Gone Bad
Just because mayonnaise has a very long shelf life doesn't mean it will last forever. Here's what to look for to make sure the condiment is still good to eat.
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Take Instant Ramen To Another Level With This Oven-Roasted Upgrade
Instant ramen is a pantry mainstay for good reason, but the next time you make these easy noodles, look beyond the instructions on the package.
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Never Run Out Of Outlets In The Kitchen Again With This Fix
Are you stuck in a "too many kitchen appliances, too few electrical outlets" situation? Not to worry — we have an easy fix to your issue in one convenient item.
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Why An Iconic Sweet Snack Cake In The US Was Banned In Parts Of Europe
The United States has many foods which aren't allowed to be sold in Europe, including this snack cake brand which was banned there for a while.
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The US State Gordon Ramsay Calls His Favorite Thanks To This One Food
Gordon Ramsay knows good food when he eats it, which is why it's no surprise to hear him say this American state is his favorite thanks to this food.
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The Cabbage Preparation Method You Need To Avoid A Gassy Stomach
As anyone who's eaten cabbage can likely tell you, the vegetable has a way of playing tricks on the stomach afterward. This preparation method alleviates gas.
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Cook Meatloaf In This Kitchen Appliance For A Crispier Bite
If the only kind of meatloaf you've ever had is runny and wet, try cooking it in this popular kitchen appliance for a crispy exterior and moist interior.
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The Easiest DIY Paper Towel Holder Is Sitting In Your Closet Right Now
If a roll of paper towels is just sitting on your kitchen counter taking up space it's time to put a little bit of DIY elbow grease into making a holder.
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The Seafood Prince Harry Refuses To Eat
As a member of the British royal family, Prince Harry has been privy to some of the finest foods. But there's one delicacy that the prince won't ever touch.
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Al Pacino's Favorite Italian Dinner Is This Classic Pasta
Despite Al Pacino's fame, his go-to Italian dinner is a classic Neapolitan pasta dish, which he's well-known for ordering at Manhattan establishments.
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The First Betty Crocker Cake Mix Flavor Wasn't Vanilla Or Chocolate
Although vanilla and chocolate are hugely popular cake flavors, Betty Crocker's cake mix debut about 80 years ago was in neither of these flavors.
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No Egg Slicer, No Problem — Martha Stewart's Egg Salad Trick Couldn't Be Easier
You can use any number of kitchen tools to make egg salad, but there's one that's not only the most efficient, but also has Martha Stewart's seal of approval.
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Stop Scrubbing The Skin Off And Start Washing Your Potatoes Like This
Potatoes grow in the ground, so they need a good scrub before cooking, right? Actually, no; learn the right way to clean your spuds and keep them nutritious.
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Hardee's Founder Lost Control Of His Restaurants Overnight — All Thanks To A Bet (Allegedly)
Why did Wilbur Hardee lose control of his namesake fast food restaurant chain? He told a lot of different stories, the best known of which involves a card game.
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The Impulsive Impact Of Drinking Coffee At Night, According To Science
Coffee can wake you up. It can also make you jittery. But a new report says that drinking coffee at night might cause you to make some rash decisions.
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Start Rolling Meatballs Like This And Never Worry About Messy Hands Again
The praise you get from handmade meatballs? Awesome. The clean-up? Not so much. But there's a hack that creates perfect meatballs and minimal mess.
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For An Easy Cucumber Salad, Put The Knife Down And Grab This Kitchen Tool
You want cucumber salad — you need a knife, right? Not exactly. There's another common kitchen tool that will deliver perfectly sliced cukes every time.
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The Toxic Coating That Could Be Lining Your Air Fryer
Air fryers may be easy to use and convenient — but there's an element of danger as well. Learn about the coating used by many fryers that poses a health threat.
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Why You Should Avoid Drinking Coffee During Dangerous Heat Waves
When temperatures rise, it's important to stay hydrated. Coffee drinkers should know that their cup of joe might be dehydrating them during a heat wave.
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