Parmesan Risotto Recipe Maren Epstein/Mashed By Maren Epstein AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 9:24 am EST When done right, risotto is one of the most luxurious dishes out there. Creamy and rich with just a hint of bite from the perfectly-cooked rice, it’s the ideal supper … for someone else to make. Standing in front of the stove stirring for 45 straight minutes? Uh, maybe in another universe without kids, a dog, and a job....
Reddit Is Obsessed With This Oddly Satisfying Cinnamon Origin Reveal BearFotos/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Jan. 3, 2022 4:25 pm EST “Wait. Wait wait wait wait wait. You guys don’t know how cinnamon is made?” begins a video recently shared on the r/oddlysatisfying Reddit thread. The video then proceeds to show you how cinnamon is made. You find a cinnamon tree, cut off a branch, and peel off its bark layer by layer....
Spicy Noodles Recipe Krisna Bharvani/Mashed By Krisna Bharvani AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 9:22 am EST When you think of ramen noodles, you might think of cash strapped college kids whipping up a hotplate of cheap ramen noodles because they’re starving and don’t have anything else to eat. Plus, if the cafeteria is closed, they don’t have many options either. Thankfully, the exceptionally inexpensive ramen noodles, which cost less than $1 per package, also can be used in a fantastic flavorful recipe created by Krisna Bharvani....
Starbucks’ South Korean Lunar New Year Menu Has Fans Jealous Freer/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Feb. 3, 2022 12:50 pm EST Starbucks has truly mastered the art of creating dazzling drinks. While most people have their traditional favorite order at the popular café chain, patrons that visit international locations can expect to find some unique local flavors on the menu, too. According to Delish, anyone that visits a spot in Indonesia or Singapore can pick up an Orange Honeycomb Crunch Frappuccino that consists of a regular creme Frappuccino as the base combined with orange sauce, orange honeycomb candy, and a citrus drizzle....
Steak In Red Wine Sauce Recipe Petar Marshall/Mashed By Petar Marshall AND Mashed Staff/Jan. 21, 2022 10:52 am EST One of the best drink pairings for a delicious steak is a nice glass of red wine. The wine helps to draw even more flavor out of the meat with every sip, making the two a wonderful complement for each other, providing great balance. While pouring a glass of wine with your steak dinner is certainly a great option on its own, food photographer Petar Marshall has taken things one step further in creating a red wine sauce....
Taco Casserole Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 20, 2021 8:42 am EST If you’re craving a mouthwatering dish that’ll come together in less than an hour and is sure to impress the whole family, this taco casserole is the recipe for you. Although this dish “is more involved for sure,” according to chef, food writer, and registered dietician Kristen Carli of Camelback Nutrition & Wellness, it’s truly worth the effort....
The Best Vegetarian Snacks To Buy In Bulk From BJ’s Wholesale Club George Sheldon/Shutterstock By Cassie Thompson/Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 11:53 am EST As a vegetarian, choosing the right store can be important when stocking up on snacks, since you’ll want both good prices and selection. BJ’s Wholesale Club offers great deals on groceries, including produce, frozen, and pantry essentials. Walking their aisles, you’ll find BJ’s also carries tons of tasty snacks that are vegetarian-friendly....
The Jerry Lewis And Dean Martin Restaurant War You Never Knew About United Archives/Getty By Ceara Milligan/Dec. 3, 2021 7:28 am EST Famed comedian, actor, singer, and director Jerry Lewis appeared in more than 60 movies throughout his career in the entertainment industry. And in 17 of those films, he starred alongside his comedy partner Dean Martin. Their act, a legendary combination of music and slapstick, was performed at nightclubs across the country....
The Real Reason Soda Is Sold By The Liter TonelsonProductions/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/Updated: Dec. 6, 2021 4:20 pm EST Soda has been around since the mid-1700s, though it has certainly changed in taste and look through the years. According to Thought Co., carbonated beverages were first invented by a man named Joseph Priestley back in 1767. However, it wasn’t until 1892 that soda could actually be stored because there had previously been no way to prevent it from going flat....
The Reason Applebee’s Sued Stouffer’s PL Gould/Shutterstock By Colin McCandless/Dec. 22, 2021 2:35 pm EST In a litigious society like the U.S., lawsuits are as American as apple pie. While often involving spats between individuals or a person suing a company or place of employment for some perceived harm or negligence, there have also been instances when two corporate titans duke it out in the courtroom. There are many reasons why a company might choose to do this, including the prickly business of naming rights....
The Reason Little Caesars Pizza Is So Cheap Facebook By Erich Barganier AND Joel Stice/Updated: Jan. 17, 2022 6:53 pm EST Say what you want to about the quality of Little Caesars pizza, but you must admit that it’s pretty hard to knock the chain for its prices. Little Caesars’ $5 Hot-N-Ready deal has made the destination the go-to pizzeria for many customers prioritizing low-cost convenience. After all, a customer can walk in and walk out with a hot pizza in hand in less time than it takes to get through many fast food restaurants’ drive-thru lines — and more cheaply, to boot....
The Story Behind Anne Burrell’s Hair Jamie Mccarthy/Getty Images By Naomi Kennedy/Sept. 30, 2021 10:31 am EST Anne Burell is a name that is fairly well-known within the culinary world, but even those that don’t have an invested interest in cooking would likely have no problem recognizing the Food Network star. Per her website, the longtime “Worst Cooks In America” host has a self-described “pumped-up personality” that, like her decision to sport vibrant cow-girl skirts instead of traditional chef’s pants in the kitchen, sets her apart from others in her field....
The Story Of How Ice Cream Floats Were Invented Katheryn Moran/Shutterstock By Kathryn Shelton/Updated: Feb. 7, 2022 9:34 am EST The ice cream float is created by adding ice cream to soda. The sweet frozen creaminess blended with the bubbly goodness of a flavorful pop, (as soda is referred to in the midwest), is the stuff of slurpy late-summer dreams. It evolved from the cream soda, according to The Nibble, which was served up at soda fountains across the country in the 1800s by the fabled soda jerks (titled that because of the jerking motion that they used to tap the requisite carbonated water, not because of any personality issues) who added cream and a flavored syrup to the fizzy water....
There Are Fewer Ingredients In Fritos Than You Might Think Justin Sullivan/Getty Images By Olivia Bria/Jan. 19, 2022 6:39 pm EST Everyone loves a good snack! An afternoon parfait, a sweet or salty addition while watching a movie, or just munching on some chips and dip when hanging with friends, snacking makes a great addition to many activities. But when digging into that candy box or bag of pretzels, chances are you’re not thinking about the ingredients in it....
This Might Have Been The Worst Argument In Kitchen Nightmares History worldswildlifewonders/Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/Nov. 12, 2021 12:17 pm EST Gordon Ramsay is no stranger to controversy. If he spots an issue, he will not shy away from calling someone out on it, even if he has to be loud and a bit unruly to get his point across. A few chefs have weighed in on Ramsay’s temper over the years and whether it’s real or all an act....
What Is Fleur De Sel And Why Is It Special? Mangpor Studio/Shutterstock By Nancy Mock/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:29 pm EST When it comes to the world of spices and seasonings, salt is the most basic, and the one most likely to be found in nearly every home kitchen. Of course, when we talk about basic salt we mean is the extremely fine, often iodized stuff that’s found in tall blue canisters, paper to-go packets, or in the sticky shakers on restaurant tables....
36% Think This Is The Worst Burger King Breakfast Item Savvapanf Photo/Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Aug. 28, 2021 6:09 am EST Many fast food chains have really seen their breakfast menus take a hit, thanks to the pandemic, and some may be slipping in the ranks thanks to stiff competition. Even McDonald’s has adjusted its breakfast in response to the rising popularity of Chick-fil-A (via CNBC). But some fast food chains are falling behind more than others breakfast-wise....
Aldi’s Adorable Coffee Plant Mugs Are Turning Heads Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/Sept. 13, 2021 9:51 pm EST Coffee is one of the most popular ways that people add a little extra boost to their mornings. While most people usually fill up their mugs with coffee that has already been ground, run through a coffee maker, and maybe even sweetened with cream and sugar, Aldi is now offering their customers a unique new way to get their caffeine fix: With a coffee plant potted in a cozy mug....
Aldi Shoppers Are Psyched To Grab Its Returning Large Plants MIA Studio/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Feb. 3, 2022 9:45 am EST As you peruse the aisles of your local grocery store, you may notice that you can find a solid selection of plants for sale. If you do decide to splurge and grab some of these finds for yourself, you should keep an eye out for a few factors. According to Cafe Mom, grocery stores typically carry some great deals on plants, and if you know your local growing zone, you can pick up a plant that won’t quit on you....
Baked Apples Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 14, 2021 10:37 am EST Bread is good stuff, but how do you make it great? That’s right, you toast it. Onions are a staple all of sorts of dishes, and what do you do to unlock their flavor? Yep, you cook ’em. So it shouldn’t come as a surprise that when you bake apples, you create a flavor profile richer and more complex, not to mention sweeter, than you get with boring raw fruit....
