Why You Should Cook Corn On The Cob In A 'Butter Bath'
Instead of melting butter and drizzling it over the surface, a butter bath is efficient at penetrating the corn and getting into all the nooks and crannies.
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Stories By Creshonda A. Smith
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The Ingredient Swap You Need For Breakfast Pigs In A Blanket
Everybody loves finger food and now you can have it for breakfast with one simple swap on a classic pigs in a blanket recipe. Here's how to do it.
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What's All That Jelly Inside A Can Of SPAM?
Anyone who has opened a can of Spam knows that the meat comes surrounded by a thick jelly, but what exactly is this jelly and is it safe to eat?
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How To Reheat Texas Roadhouse's Iconic Rolls For First-Day Fluffiness
For many, the best part of dining at Texas Roadhouse is those soft, pillowy bread rolls, but there's a certain way to heat them up at home.
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Chick-Fil-A's Spring Menu Is Blooming With New And Returning Items
Chick-fil-A is not disappointing its fans this year as it debuts its spring menu which will see the return of an old favorite as well as welcome in newcomers.
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How Are Recalled Foods Discovered?
With food recalls on the rise, many of us are wondering if things are getting worse or more errors are getting caught. So, how are food recalls discovered?
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What Does 'Sabbath Mode' Do On Your Oven Or Fridge?
You might have come across the Sabbath mode feature on your fridge or oven. If you don't know what this setting does, we have a quick rundown for you.
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The Common Seasoning You Should Avoid Adding To Tuna Salad
Tuna salad is celebrated as a highly customizable dish. That being said, there's one common seasoning that you shouldn't add to your tuna salad.
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Easily Stretch Ground Beef With One Hearty Filler
The price of ground beef can scare you off buying it. However, this veggie hack can help you stretch a packet of ground beef across several meals.
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Why You May Want To Avoid Buying Canned Pasta
Sure, canned pasta is a blast of childhood nostalgia. But there isn't much else of value about it. Learn why canned pasta isn't your best friend anymore.
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The Unnerving Reason You May Want To Avoid Eating Burnt Food
Many of us avoiding eating burnt food because it tastes bad. That being said, the fact it contains acrylamide is another reason why we should avoid burnt food.
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Try One Costco Self-Checkout Trick And You Could Get Banned
Costco has been around for a long time, and some may have some shopping habits that don't align with the warehouse's new rules and penalties.
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Why Your Kitchen Truly Does Not Need 16 Different Knives
Large butcher block sets of knives might look impressive but chances are you are only using a few out of the collection, and there's a reason why.
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Why You Should Add Lettuce To Guacamole
There are lots of ways to elevate guacamole. But you've probably not tried adding lettuce, which gives it a delicious freshness and extra crunch.
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What Are Nitrates? And Why Does It Matter If They're In Your Deli Meat?
When shopping for deli meats, you might look for options that specify no added nitrates. But what are nitrates, and does it matter if they're there?
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Which Cuts Of Beef Are The Best For Stir Fry?
Just like vegetable choices, there are many types of beef to use for a stir-fry, but one particular cut is the best type of steak to use.
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What's The Difference Between Fast Food And Fast Casual Restaurants?
You might not think much about whether a place is fast food or fast casual when you're grabbing a bit to eat, but there is a difference.
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How To Tell If The Parmesan You're Buying Is The Real Deal
If you want the real deal, it can be hard to pick out a cheese from all the options at the store. Here's how to make sure your parmesan cheese is authentic.
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Are Brussels Sprouts Technically Just Mini Cabbages?
Visually, Brussels sprouts look like miniature heads of cabbage, making some wonder if it's just an affectionate nickname, or if they lack comparison.
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Hot Water Vs Regular Cornbread: What's The Difference?
Both hot water and traditional cornbread have rich corn flavor, a delightful texture, and a cornmeal base. But what are the differences in the two preparations?
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Why You Should Avoid Eating From Plastic To-Go Containers
Plastic to-go containers are convenient, but you shouldn't eat from them or microwave them. Here's why.
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There's A Reason Energy Drinks Come In Those Tall, Slender Cans
Picture an energy drink and you probably imagine a tall, skinny can. There's a good reason why a lot of energy drinks are packaged like this.
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The Fast Food Favorite Item You Should Turn Into Chinese Food
Making Chinese food has never been easier thanks to this hack. Simply order one fast food item, and you'll be enjoying Chinese food in record time.
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Is There A Difference Between Batter And Dough?
Batter and dough are both baking staples and make seem similar to inexperienced cooks. However, there are a few important differences between the two.
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The Science Behind Why Sichuan Peppers Make Your Mouth Feel Numb
Sichuan cuisine is delicious, but one of it's main ingredients is known to have some interesting effects. Here's the science behind Sichuan peppers.
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What's The Difference Between Parchment Paper And Wax Paper?
Parchment paper and wax paper may look like the same thing, and have similar uses in the kitchen. However, there is a key difference between the two.
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Why The FDA Is Cool With A Little Mouse Hair In Our Peanut Butter
No one wants to find rodent hair in their food. However, the FDA allows low levels of this contaminant, and others, to be present in our food for a good reason.
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