The One Customer Complaint Costco Shoppers Have About The Hot Dog Combo
Costco's $1.50 hot dog and drink combo seems almost beyond criticism in this economy. But there is one customer complaint about the nearly 40-year-old deal.
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Stories By JC Gonzalez
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The Kitchen Tool There's Simply No Excuse Not To Have
When digging through a sometimes crowded drawer of kitchen tools, there's one space-saving item we think you should always have on hand just in case.
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Beer In Pasta? Italians Are Starting To Do It
You've heard of adding wine to your pasta sauce, but have you ever considered swapping it for beer? Here are a few ways you can add beer to your Italian dish.
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Scotch Whisky Gets A Flavor Boost When Paired With This Pantry Ingredient
Pairing scotch with cigars and steak is a no-brainer, but you may have this equally delicious pairing in your pantry already, and it's worth a try, too.
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Fried Chicken Gets Ultimate Crunch And Flavor When Coated In This Classic Snack Staple
The secret to deeply flavorful fried chicken might already be in your pantry. This classic snack adds a world of crunch and plenty of flavor.
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The Discontinued Campbell's Pasta So Good, Fans Made A Facebook Page To Bring It Back (Sorry, Chef Boyardee)
If you grew up in the '80s or '90s, you might remember this classic Campbell's canned pasta. It's been discontinued, but that hasn't stopped fans.
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Forget Frank's And Texas Pete — This Trader Joe's Hot Sauce Comes From The Garlic Capital Of The World
Frank's and Texas Pete have their charms, but they've got nothing on this Trader Joe's hot sauce that hails from the garlic capital of the world.
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For The Best Mashed Potatoes Of Your Life, Make Them Outback Steakhouse Style
If you're looking for mashed potatoes so good that you dream about them, try preparing them like Outback Steakhouse. It's a simple but brilliant side dish.
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For Unforgettable Hot Dogs, Make Them West Virginia Style (They're A Must-Try Appalachian Delicacy)
Hot dog fans looking for a fresh way to enjoy your meal, take inspiration from an Appalachian delicacy and try a West Virginia-style hot dog.
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The Key Difference Between Heavy Cream And Whipping Cream
If you've ever scanned the dairy section of your store wondering about the difference between heavy cream and whipping cream, this is for you.
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What It Was Like Using The First-Ever Slow Cooker
Though the Crock-Pot hit the market in the 1970s, slow cookers have been around since the 1950s. Here's what those early versions were like.
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For A McDonald's Chicken Sandwich With 10x The Flavor, Order It German-Style
German McDonald's has a chicken sandwich that packs way more flavor than a McChicken. Here's how to take inspiration from it when ordering McChicken next time.
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Is There Any Difference Between A Meat Mallet And A Meat Tenderizer?
You may have heard the terms meat mallet and meat tenderizer used interchangeably, so we looked into what differentiates these kitchen tools.
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Not Breadcrumbs Or Cornflakes: Coat Fried Chicken With This Pantry Staple For Perfect Golden-Brown Crunch
Fried chicken is the ultimate comfort food, but instead of making it with old standbys, such as breadcrumbs or cornflakes, you should use this pantry staple.
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The Vintage Thrift Find That Keeps Utensils And Pans From Crowding Your Cabinets
If you're sick of your pots, pans, lids, and utensils all cluttering around your cabinets or countertop, there's a vintage solution you might want to try.
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Salvador Dali Designed This Gorgeous Cutlery Set — Now Even The Replicas Go For $2,000
Salvador Dali didn't only create Surrealist paintings. He also designed an incredible cutlery set in 1957. Today, even replicas cost over $2,000.
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'#1 Fried Chicken In America' — Why You Can't Skip Smashburger's Sister Chain
The best fried chicken in America, for three years running, comes from a chain you've likely not heard of before. It has plans to change that.
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What Makes Popeyes' Chicken Tenders So Juicy?
Popeyes' chicken has an unforgettably crunchy breading and a moist, tender center. Here's what we know about how this flavor experience comes together.
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Improve Your Next Pot Of Coffee With One Chinese Spice
When it comes to your favorite cup of Joe, add-ins are always welcome. Some additions provide more fragrant, potent results than others.
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The Refreshing Lemonade Cocktail Your Summer Cookout Desperately Needs Is Only 3 Ingredients
Summer cookouts are always in need of a good cocktail, and lemonade is the perfect mixer for one. From there, you just need two more ingredients.
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Where Does Trader Joe's Milk Come From?
Milk cartons from Trader Joe's bear the brand name of the retailer rather than its supplier, but there's a simple way to find which farm the milk came from.
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How Did Cowboys' Chili On The Trail Differ From The Classic Comfort Dinner We Know Today?
Cowboy chili differed from modern versions in many ways, from the meat that it used to the ingredients it was cooked with. Here's how it was made and served.
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The Japanese Powerhouse Ingredient That Makes Rice Anything But Boring
If your onigiri or plain white rice bowl just isn't hitting how you want, a dash of this earthy, savory seasoning will give it the complexity it deserves.
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America's Favorite Soy Sauce Brand Is Just As Iconic In Japan
Soy sauce has a long history, but it didn't take off in the United States until the mid-20th century. Here's the brand that made the biggest impact.
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The Origins Of Kellogg's Rice Krispies Began In A 1920s Test Kitchen
Rice Krispies cereal got its start in a Kellogg's test kitchen in the 1920s. W.K. Kellogg himself had this to say when he first poured himself a bowl.
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The Monster Cereal Mascot Only '70s Kids Will Remember
Three Monster Cereals grace our tables every Halloween, but there was once another mascot that '70s kids may remember with love (unless they hate limes).
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This Wildly Striped 1960s Ice Cream Was Actually Just Plain Vanilla
The 1960s were filled with colors galore, and that also goes for this wildly striped ice cream. Despite its bright hues, it was, in fact, plain vanilla.
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