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  • Mashed potatoes with wooden spoon

    How Many Potatoes Do You Need To Make A Cup Of Mashed Potatoes?

    Gauging how many potatoes you need for the ideal mashed potatoes isn't easy, but here's how many you should buy to get a full cup at the end of your food prep.

    By Julia Mullaney October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • banned images on us map

    19 Weird State Food Laws You Didn't Know Existed

    States have their own laws that are specific to the region, and some of them are downright unusual, especially as they pertain to food and how it's consumed.

    By Megan Lim October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    Ina Garten's Ideal Last Meal Is A Completely Unexpected Choice

    Barefoot Contessa's Ina Garten knows a thing or two about great food, which is why her last meal choice might come as a surprise, at least at first glance.

    By Jonathan Kesh October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Variety of multicolored apples

    What Are The Sweetest Apples You Can Buy?

    For fans of sweeter apples, finding the sweetest variety can feel like a never-ending search but there's one variety of apple that reigns sweetly supreme.

    By Elias Nash October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Chef Bobby Flat

    The Food Network Show Bobby Flay Hated Filming

    Bobby Flay has hosted several cooking shows, and was one of the Food Network's pioneering celebrity chefs, but he said he hated filming one of his early shows.

    By Carly Garber October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Shrimp cocktail

    Is Shrimp Cocktail Served Cooked Or Raw?

    Shrimp cocktail may seem like a daunting to the home cook, but fret not. We've settled the raw-or-cooked debate for this refreshing dish once and for all.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley October 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Al Capone mugshot

    One Of Al Capone's Favorite Restaurants Was A Route 66 Classic

    During the years when Al Capone was most prolific, Route 66 opened. A still-open restaurant north of St. Louis along the route became one of his favorites.

    By Carly Garber October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • turkey, apple, and cheddar cheese sandwich

    What Exactly Goes On A Vermonter Sandwich?

    The Vermonter is the sandwich of the Green Mountain State. Here are the two staple ingredients you should expect to find on this tasty sandwich.

    By Elias Nash October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Edamame pods and salt in bowls

    Are Soybeans And Edamame The Same Thing?

    At some point, you might have wondered if soybeans and edamame are the same thing. To answer this question, we have to dive into some food science.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Can of Old Milwaukee Beer on Table

    The Iconic All-American Beer You Probably Forgot Existed

    In the wide world of American beers, there's one particular stalwart from Milwaukee that was once popular but may now be largely forgotten by Americans.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Ice cream cone with sprinkles (jimmies)

    Why The Heck Are Sprinkles Also Called Jimmies?

    If you live in the Northeast, you may have heard of sprinkles referred to as jimmies. But why are sprinkles also called jimmies? Here are some theories.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Composite image, coffee milk and Autocrat syrup

    What Is Coffee Milk And Why Do Rhode Islanders Love It So Much?

    If you don't know about coffee milk, you're missing out. Get to know this regional drink, which Rhode Island residents have been enjoying for almost a century.

    By Kim Ranjbar October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Top down of butternut squash soup with croutons

    Give Butternut Squash Soup A Brighter Flavor With A Squeeze Of Citrus

    Butternut squash soup is one of those autumnal dishes that is so delicious as it is, but it can be even better with a squeeze of citrus added.

    By S. Ferrari October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • pouring rice wine vinegar into bowl

    Rice Wine Vs Rice Vinegar: Are They The Same?

    You've probably heard of rice wine and rice vinegar, but are they the same? Can you swap them through your recipes interchangeably? Here's the deal.

    By Nikita Ephanov October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • pralines and cream ice cream

    What's The Flavor Difference Between Praline And Butter Pecan?

    Both praline and butter pecan have a vanilla ice cream base, but if you were to do a taste test of both flavors, you'd easily be able to discern the difference.

    By Kim Ranjbar October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Bavarian white sausage with pretzels and mustard

    The Traditional Bavarian Breakfast You Need To Start Your Oktoberfest Celebrations

    If you're planning on celebrating Oktoberfest, you should fortify yourself with a morning meal fit for the Bavarian crown prince who kicked the whole event off.

    By Elias Nash October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Fried clam roll

    New England's Clam Roll Is The Lobster Roll's Lesser-Known, Deep-Fried Cousin

    Deep-fried clams in a buttery bun - what's not to love? We break down all the details and history of this delicious New England sandwich.

    By Jonathan Kesh October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Cuba Libre rum cocktail

    The Simple Trick For Better Rum Cocktails

    If you're starting to get a bit bored your average rum cocktails, there's a simple, expert-approved trick that you can use to give them a boost.

    By Elias Nash October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Pile of colorful jelly beans

    The Massachusetts Fair Food That Somehow Makes Jelly Beans Even Better

    Jelly beans are a timeless candy that have been enjoyed for hundreds of years, but the sweets truly shine when combined with one fabulous fair food.

    By Elias Nash October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • fluffernutter sandwich on a plate

    How Massachusetts Put Its Own Sweet Spin On The Classic Peanut Butter Sandwich

    Both the stickiest sandwich you can make and the main ingredient it takes to create it were invented in the Bay State in the early 20th century.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz October 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Slice of derby pie

    Are Derby Pie And Pecan Pie The Same?

    Derby pie and pecan pie are both warm, gooey, nut pies, but that's about where the resemblance ends. Each has its own unique history and flavor.

    By Buffy Naillon October 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Bobbie sandwich

    Delaware's Signature Sandwich Makes Every Day Feel Like Thanksgiving

    Next time you're in Delaware -- or one of the many other parts of the U.S. with a Capriotti's Sandwich Shop -- don't miss this iconic fall-flavored sandwich.

    By Sarah Lintakoon October 4th, 2024 Read More
  • pesto pasta dish

    Does Traditional Pesto Contain Pine Nuts?

    Pesto is one of the most interesting pasta sauces out there with its distinct green hue and umami flavor. Despite what it has going for it, there is a drawback.

    By Sarah Lintakoon October 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Sunkist lemonade cans

    Sunkist Sold Lemonade In The 1800s With An Unusual Slogan

    While you might know Sunkist for its many citrus products, the company started out with a very unique slogan that was culturally significant at the time.

    By Patricia Grisafi October 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    Ina Garten's Unique Return Policy Helped Make The Barefoot Contessa Iconic

    Before culinary icon Ina Garten was a household name, she owned a specialty foods shop called Barefoot Contessa, and her return policy was wild.

    By Camryn Teder October 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Today Show host Hoda Kotb

    Hoda Kotb's Favorite Snack Is An Unexpected Chip-And-Dip Combo

    Today Show host Hoda Kotb has a very specific favorite snack, which is deliciously simple. Here are the details on exactly the way she likes it.

    By Sarah Lintakoon October 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Apples, honey, and pomegranate seeds

    Why Apples And Honey Are A Classic Treat On Rosh Hashanah

    During Rosh Hashanah, symbolic foods are an essential tradition. Here's why apples and honey are the most important and meaningful among them.

    By Elias Nash October 3rd, 2024 Read More
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