Everyone Makes These Same Mistakes When Slicing Potatoes
Remember that cutting potatoes isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. From the knife to the cutting style, avoid these mistakes for the best spuds.
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Stories By Jay Wilson
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14 Discontinued Fast Food Sauces We Might Never See Again
Over the years, places like McDonald's, Burger King, and Taco Bell have removed some all-time favorite sauces from their menus. -
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14 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Air-Frying Fish
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14 Easiest Alternatives To Chicken Broth You Have To Try
Chicken broth is surprisingly easy to swap out in recipes, and a lot of the simplest swaps are for ingredients that you likely have in your kitchen already. -
14 Ways To Upgrade Applesauce You Never Thought To Try
From baking the apples to keeping it chunky to adding whiskey and cayenne powder, these tips and tricks are sure to make your applesauce an absolute hit. -
14 Ingredients That Will Take Your Canned Potato Soup To The Next Level
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If You Don't Like Cranberry Sauce, Try These Alternatives At Thanksgiving Instead
If you're not a fan of cranberry sauce or are just looking for something different this year, fear not, for we have plenty of great alternative to choose from. -
14 Big Mistakes You're Probably Making With Canned Soup
Canned soup isn't as easy to get right as it looks, and it's prone to a wide number of errors when making and consuming it. -
13 False Facts About Fried Rice You Thought Were True
From the proper way to cook it to its nutritional content, there are many myths surrounding fried rice. We're here to debunk them all. -
14 Of The Biggest Potato Myths, Debunked
Many people believe common potato myths, like that they are unhealthy, lacking in nutrients, or that eating them could cause some health conditions to worsen. -
14 Mistakes People Make When Cooking Sausage In The Air Fryer
Air fryers are a great way to cook sausages quickly, but just like with a regular oven, you'll need to follow some guidelines if you want the best results. -
14 Common Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Carrots
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10 Discontinued SunChips Flavors We Might Never Get Back
For a snack that feels thoroughly of the moment, they've been around for over 30 years, and in that time, a lot of SunChips flavors have come and gone. -
14 Of The Worst 7-Eleven Food Recalls You Should Know About
From Salmonella and Listeria contamination to cockroaches, 7-Eleven has been plagued with some pretty serious food recalls around the world. -
McDonald's Egg McMuffin: 11 Facts About The Popular Fast Food Breakfast Item
As with many famous fast food items, though, the Egg McMuffin has had a pretty fascinating journey, with some surprising twists and turns along the way. -
7 Healthiest And 7 Unhealthiest Pretzels You Can Buy At The Store
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14 Red Flags To Look Out For At A Cruise Ship Buffet
On a cruise, there are several things to watch for at the buffet, whether to enjoy the freshest meal possible or to avoid poor hygiene and potential illness. -
14 Food Recalls That Will Always Haunt Costco
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14 Toppings That Completely Take Your Corn On The Cob To The Next Level
Corn on the cob doesn't have to be repetitive. The next time you make some, try giving your basic corn an upgrade with one of these delicious toppings! -
The Ultimate Guide To Spam And How To Cook With It
Spam is having a revival in popularity, so if you're considering picking up a can for the first time, here's everything you need to know about it.
