For A Mess-Free PB&J Sandwich, Take One Extra Step
The PB&J is a classic in the sandwich world. This simple mess-free hack is perfect for avoiding soggy snacks and sticky sandwich situations.
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Stories By Moriah House
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There's A Much More Efficient Way To Test A Fish For Doneness
If you're tearing up your fish filet to get a peak inside so you can check if it's done, you should stop. This way is much more efficient and aesthetic.
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The Ideal Salt And Water Ratio For Unbelievably Tasty Boiled Peanuts
Boiled peanuts require very few ingredients to make. However, for the best boiled peanuts, it is vital that you get the salt and water ratio right.
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Is There A Difference Between Sushi From The East And West Coast?
Beyond the Philadelphia roll and the California roll, are there any significant differences between East and West Coast sushi spots?
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The Restaurant Menu Red Flag That's Pretty Clear To See
Menus can tell you a lot about a restaurant, both good and bad. However, there is one restaurant menu red flag in particular that you should look out for.
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The Chinese Restaurant That Launched A Fast Food Empire
Today, Panda Express is a huge fast food restaurant chain. But it all started with a family-run neighborhood Chinese restaurant in Pasadena, California.
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Can Lemon Juice Actually Cook Your Shrimp?
Cold marinated shrimp dishes such as ceviche are delicious, but does the citrus juice actually cook the seafood? That depends on your definition of cooking.
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Can You Eat Clams That Didn't Open While Cooking?
Before you tuck into a plate of steamed clams, you may wonder if you can eat any that didn't open during the cooking process. So can you?
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How Does Trader Joe's Set Its Prices So Low?
Trader Joe's isn't just known for its great-tasting products and friendly staff, it's also got really good prices. How does this niche grocer keep prices low?
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Soup Usually Tastes Better The Next Day – Here's Why
Anyone who has eaten leftover soup knows it often tastes better than fresh soup. There are several reasons, both psychological and chemical, as to why that is.
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Can You Eat Star Anise Pods?
Given that star anise is a beautiful, punchy spice, you’d be forgiven for wanting to shove a whole pod in your mouth. But are these pods actually edible?
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Why Do So Many Europeans Hate Hershey's Chocolate?
Hershey's is one of the most recognizable chocolate brands in the United States -- but many Europeans are not such big fans. Why is that the case?
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Why You Should Try Burning Your Noodles For More Flavorful Pasta
Burning food is not usually seen as something to do on purpose. But it can create a unique style of pasta that's all about taste and texture.
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Here's Why Beef Jerky Is So Expensive
As far as convenient, savory, and filling snacks go, it's hard to beat beef jerky. But those bags don't come cheap. Here's why beef jerky is so expensive.
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What's The Difference Between A Wedgie And A Calzone?
Though they both represent offshoots of the pizza shop, wedgies and calzones are separated by their cultural backstory, preparation, and appearance.
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The Best Way To Grill Shrimp For The Juciest Results
If you want to learn how to grill shrimp like a pro, our barbecue expert has just the tips to help you turn out perfectly juice and flavorful shrimp.
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Why Americans Are Taking 'Fart Walks' After Big Meals
It's common to want to just sit around after a big meal, but some people have started taking walks with the express purpose of passing gas. Here's what to know.
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If Twizzlers Are Licorice, Why Don't They Taste Like It?
They can become straws, fake braces, candy bracelets, and the perfect movie snack. But here's why Twizzlers don't taste like the licorice they seem to be.
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Why Aren't Strawberries Actually Considered Berries?
While most people would assume strawberries are berries, the botanical definition excludes some fruits with "berry" in their name -- including strawberries
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Why Aren't More Americans Cooking With Blood? Everyone Else Is Doing It
Blood is a popular ingredient in many countries around the world, but not in the United States. There are many reasons why Americans should be cooking with it.
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Bananas Foster Was Born When Bananas Were A Booming Business
Bananas Foster is one of New Orleans' staple dishes But its cultural prominence can be credited to local industry as well as kitchen invention.
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The Unexpected Seasoning Hidden In Taco Bell's Guacamole
Taco Bell is not exactly renowned for is its guacamole -- but it does contain an interesting and unexpected flavorful ingredient.
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The Pho Chain Restaurant That Relieved Anthony Bourdain's Hangover
We all have different ways of dealing with hangovers. Anthony Bourdain liked to manage his by eating a bowl of pho from one chain restaurant in particular.
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The Pillsbury Doughboy Has A Family — And A Real Name
Known for his cheeky laugh, the Pillsbury Doughboy is a beloved American mascot. However, few people realize that this mascot has some serious lore behind him.
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Why A Fish Spatula Is A Must-Have In Your Kitchen Arsenal
A fish spatula is great for cooking delicate fish, but it's not a single-use kitchen gadget. It's a versatile utensil that can be used in lots of ways.
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Why Volkswagen Makes Ketchup
Although best known for manufacturing cars and vans, Volkswagen also makes a mean ketchup, but why would an automobile manufacturer produce such a product?
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How The BBC Convinced Viewers That Spaghetti Grew On Trees
The BBC once convinced millions of viewers that spaghetti grew on trees. But how and why did this food-related hoax work?
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