Where Were Fajitas Actually Invented?
Fajitas are a mainstay in many Mexican restaurants, but where did this iconic sizzling dish actually come from? The answer might surprise you.
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Our Favorite Struggle Meals That Were Actually Delicious
Just about everyone has had to assemble a meal with whatever they could find in the cupboard. The Takeout writers look back at their favorite struggle meals.
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This Fan-Favorite M&M Flavor Is Returning Just In Time For Fall
M&M made big waves last year as the most popular Halloween candy. This year, the candy company is welcoming fall with the return of a favorite flavor.
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You Only Need 3 Ingredients To Try The Unofficial Cocktail Of The US Open
The U.S. Open is famous for being one of the world's foremost tennis tournaments. In case you weren't aware, spectators enjoy this simple drink as they watch.
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This Is What Guinness Drinkers Call 'Splitting The G'
If you're a Guinness drinker, you may have been challenged to "split the G." But what does that even mean, and where does this strange practice come from?
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A Sweet Pantry Staple Is Your Ticket To Caramelized Pork Carnitas
Carnitas turn pork into crispy, delicious perfection when cooked traditionally, which often means lard. But you have a kitchen staple that works even better.
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The Retro Dessert That Makes Store-Bought Pudding A Star
This sweet and creamy retro dessert relies on some heavy-hitting store-bought foods to create a once-popular concoction named for the era's biggest movie star.
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Vintage Fall Recipes You Never See Anymore
Fall is full of warm flavors and cozy vibes. These dishes unfortunately have faded from popularity around dinner tables and are in need of a comeback.
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The Fruit That Taco Stands Always Cook With Al Pastor
With al pastor, you can always count on it being delicious, made in a way that resembles shawarma, and marinated with this sweet tropical fruit.
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Why Maine Tried To Outlaw Tomatoes In Clam Chowder
You aren't the only one who asks if the clam chowder is white or red and makes an ordering choice based on the answer, there's a whole state who does the same.
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The Reason Baseball Players Chew Sunflower Seeds
The sight of baseball players grinding their jaws in the dugout might be familiar to sports fans. But why are sunflower seeds the go-to snack on the field?
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The Phone Etiquette Rule You're Probably Breaking At The Dinner Table
In today's tech-savvy world, it's all too common that people unknowingly send the wrong signal to their tablemates by breaking this dining etiquette rule.
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The Old-School Soup Loved By President Taft That's Now Illegal To Serve In Several States
It's banned so it's even more delicious. President Taft may have eaten this old-school soup on the regular, but you risk going straight to soup prison. Kind of.
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They're Cute, But Most Lemonade Stands Are Completely Illegal
A child setting up a lemonade stand on their front lawn seems harmless enough, but in most states, this is actually against the law. Here's why.
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Why New England-Style Ice Cream Is So Thick And Luxurious
Iconic brands like Ben & Jerry's and Cold Stone would be considered New England-style ice cream, but what actually makes them different from the standard?
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Why Instant Ramen Noodles Are Usually Squiggly
Instant ramen noodles don that iconic squiggly shape not just because its aesthetics are striking. There's actually a practical and historical reason for it.
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Machete Quesadillas: What Makes This Mexican Street Food Unique?
Quesadillas are already delicious, but the machete variety takes everything you love and supersizes it. Here's what makes this Mexico City specialty unique.
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How Northern Fried Chicken Differs From Southern Fried Chicken
There is so much more to American fried chicken than what first comes to mind. Here's what you need to know about Southern and Northern fried chicken.
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How The Great Depression Turned Meatloaf Into An American Staple
When people were struggling financially during the Great Depression, home chefs looked for ways to stretch a buck. That's how meatloaf became such a staple.
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The Old School Pastel Sugar Cookies That Deserve A Major Comeback
Bake jaw-dropping sugar cookies that look like they came straight outta the patisserie window display, using an old-school ingredient with flavors that hit.
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Do You Know The Difference Between Pintxos And Tapas?
If you're a fan of Spanish cuisine, you've probably heard of tapas. But there's a similar genre of food known as pintxos, so what exactly is the difference?
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Gerald Ford's Favorite Ice Cream Flavor Was A Rich Southern Classic
Like many American presidents before him, Gerald Ford was a big fan of ice cream. His favorite flavor is one more commonly associated with the South.
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Why California Grows More Crops Than Any Other State
California is more than just Hollywood and earthquakes. The Golden State is also the largest agricultural state in America, thanks to its many unique resources.
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Why There's Gap Above Your Kitchen Cabinets
It's easy to overlook common kitchen features like the gap above kitchen cabinets. It doesn't look good, so why does nearly every kitchen have it?
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The Unique Birthday Tradition You'll Only Find At Texas Roadhouse
If you know, you know. But if you haven't celebrated your birthday at Texas Roadhouse, grab a free dessert and sidle up to your cowboy-themed birthday throne.
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This Trend Is Transforming Wedding Food Culture For The Better
Disappointing plated dinners and bland buffets are hard to avoid at weddings, but this fun, tasty, and unexpected food trend is shaking things up.
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If You Split The Bill Like This, Your Server Probably Hates You
Yeah, you ate some of the guac, and didn't finish your drink. But you can still treat your server with a little respect, by splitting your tab like a pro.
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