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How Much Gordon Ramsay Is Really Worth Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Chloe Nannestad/Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 9:35 am EST We all know Gordon Ramsay: celebrity chef, restaurateur, and adventurous TV star with an endless supply of creative insults and an affection for unprintable four letter words. All that swearing and sautéing certainly keeps him comfortable, but how much is Gordon Ramsay really worth? Well, combining the above with Ramsay’s other ventures: the cookbooks, biographies, masterclasses, homeware line, endorsements and even a non-food-related game show called “Bank Balance,” Wealthy Gorilla reports that Gordon Ramsay has a net worth of about $220 million....

Lizzo Tried The Oreo Mustard Trend And TikTok Is Shook Kevin Mazur/Getty By Katie Lenhardt/Dec. 30, 2021 5:38 pm EST Do you dunk your Oreo cookie in milk or mustard? This question was never asked until a crossword puzzle kicked off a TikTok challenge that left everyone, including singer Lizzo, no choice but to see how a condiment-covered cookie crumbled. According to Delish, a crossword puzzle in “USA Today” is responsible for the nausea-inducing flavor combination of mustard and Oreo cookies....

McDonald’s Worker Just Revealed How Its Cookies Are Actually Made Shutterstock By Lucia Capretti/Updated: Jan. 10, 2022 5:42 pm EST It’s hard not to think of McDonald’s when fast food is mentioned. According to its website, the famous chain with the Golden Arches first opened in 1955 and it shows no sign of slowing down. Over the years, the menu has changed significantly, with innovative items and a diverse range of products sold internationally....

Milk Bar’s Latest Creation Puts A Thick, Buttery Twist On Pancake Stacks By Emily Alexander/Jan. 10, 2022 2:00 am EST If you can’t imagine a weekend without a plate full of slapjacks, Milk Bar has the perfect dessert for you. Unveiled in early January 2022, the Pancake Cake combines Milk Bar’s pastry expertise with a classic breakfast favorite to make your wildest dreams come true. Imagine the biggest stack of pancakes you’ve ever seen, frosted to perfection and, even better, served for dessert after the main course....

Outback Steakhouse’s New Butter Comes With A Caffeinated Twist Valentyn Volkov/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Nov. 19, 2021 4:55 pm EST Some foods, like peanut butter and jelly or milk and cookies, just seem to be made for each other. But other foods might require a bit more of a creative culinary mind to understand how their flavors complement each other. Espresso and steak are two items that one might not think to combine, with one being a breakfast staple and the other a dish of juicy, flavorful meat typically eaten as part of a hearty dinner....

Ted Allen Had A Hilarious Response To The Dexter Reboot Sam Aronov/Shutterstock By Justina Huddleston/Dec. 30, 2021 4:14 pm EST When “Dexter,” the scripted show about a serial killer starring Michael C. Hall, was rebooted and newly relaunched as “Dexter: New Blood,” many fans were ecstatic. The show’s original run lasted eight seasons before its controversial ending, so perhaps fans were excited to see if the show could redeem itself? The new series follows Dexter’s life 10 years after the finale of the original, and the reboot already has just as many dedicated fans, including “Chopped” host and “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” cast member Ted Allen....

The Historic Reason People Add Milk To Hot Tea New Africa/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Dec. 15, 2021 3:20 pm EST Whether you prefer the taste of a soothing, caffeine-free herbal tea, a pleasant and refreshing cup of green tea, or a rich, flavorful mug of black tea to kick off your morning, there is just something satisfying about settling down with a cup of your favorite tea variety. And while some tea purists might need nothing more than a cup of boiling water and a bag of tea, others prefer to sweeten their mug with a little bit of milk and sugar....

The Ice Cream Flavor Buddy Valestro Would Want Named For Him Debby Wong/Shutterstock By Kathryn Shelton/Nov. 17, 2021 4:13 pm EST Who screams for ice cream? Well, who doesn’t, really? According to Ben and Jerry’s, Ronald Reagan, upon proclaiming July as National Ice Cream Month (because we need another reason to partake), called it the perfect dessert and snack food. James Madison’s wife Dolley loved ice cream as well, and is widely acknowledged as the person who put it on the American food map....

The Untold Truth Of Ben & Jerry’s By DB Kelly/Updated: Jan. 25, 2022 8:32 pm EST Grocery shopping can be tedious, but if there’s one thing that always makes it better it’s that pint of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream that always seems to fall into the cart as a reward for getting your weekly shopping done. Whether you gravitate toward Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Chubby Hubby, or Chunky Monkey, you probably have your favorite flavor — you know, the one that makes you irrationally happy when you see it on the shelves....

The Word Nona Johnson Used To Describe Working With Gordon Ramsay - Exclusive Featureflash Photo Agency/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 11:01 am EST Nona Johnson, née Sivley, beat out some seriously stiff competition in Season 8 of “Hell’s Kitchen.” After tons of ups and downs, the chef managed to snag the grand prize and walked away from the show as the winner (via Reality TV Revisited). After testing her mettle on reality television, this former sous chef from Atlanta, Georgia went on to helm California’s L....

Why Lay’s New Chips Are A Total Game-Changer Lay’s By Elise DeVoe/Jan. 12, 2022 1:32 pm EST If you procrastinated before your football watch party and forgot you were supposed to bring a snack, a bag of chips is always a welcome addition. To remind people that chips are a tasty and convenient (if not also loved) option to have at tailgates or watch parties, Lay’s has done a few memorable marketing campaigns over the years....

Why Michael Symon Isn’t In Iron Chef: Quest For An Iron Legend Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images By Cristine Struble/Jan. 24, 2022 12:14 pm EST Culinary competition fans are excited to hear “Allez Cuisine” again, thanks to an upcoming “Iron Chef” reboot. However, many foodies are wondering which chefs will be part of “Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend.” Given the storied history of the show and the various versions that have been part of Food Network, many people questioned which celebrated chefs will be featured on this new series....

10 Flour Brands Ranked From Worst To Best sweet marshmallow/Shutterstock By M. Leigh Hood/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:29 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Every great cookie, cinnamon roll, and ciabatta begins with the right flour. You trust your favorite flour brands to provide reliable results, but the truth is deeper than packaging. How much can a flour brand do for you, and what’s holding back your go-to grocery staple brand from true baking greatness?...

3-Ingredient Cherry Cobbler Recipe Molly Allen/Mashed By Molly Allen/Updated: Sept. 14, 2021 11:19 am EST Cherry cobber is definitely one of the top classic desserts out there. With the perfect balance of tart and sweet fruit, paired with a delicious topping, it’s as simple as can be. And sometimes, simple desserts are the best kind of treats. Cobblers provide the perfect opportunity to utilize in-season fruits, but you can certainly make a delicious dessert utilizing frozen or canned fruit options as well so that you can have dessert any time of the year....

60,000 Bees Just Went Missing From A Grocery Store’s Headquarters Kuttelvaserova Stuchelova/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Feb. 11, 2022 3:48 pm EST Grocery chain Giant Food Stores recently announced that there was a break-in at their central headquarters in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The thief (or thieves) didn’t steal money or precious company documents, however. Their prize, in lieu of cash, was roughly 60,000 swarming bees. Now, hold on, you say. Why in the world does a supermarket corporate headquarters house 60,000 bees to begin with?...

Air Fryer French Toast Recipe Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Nov. 8, 2021 11:34 am EST Americans have been obsessed with easy and convenient breakfast alternatives for a long time, and since the introduction of sliced bread, the possibilities have become endless. So, it seems rather curious that French toast has always played second fiddle to pancakes. They’re both delightfully sweet breakfast options, but pancakes have always reigned supreme when it comes to flavor and convenience....

Aldi Shoppers Say This Seafood Mix Is Perfect For Soup Season Instacart By Adrianna MacPherson/Sept. 3, 2021 11:06 pm EST When temperatures start to dip and there’s a constant chill in the air as fall arrives, some people get excited to crunch through piles of colorful leaves, while others have visions of revamping their home decor to reflect the season — and, some can’t wait to try out all the soup recipes they’ve been saving during the hot summer months....

Amaury Guichon Tells All About Chocolate, Showpieces, And The Art Of Pastries - Exclusive Interview Fiona Guichon By Hanna Claeson/Dec. 16, 2021 8:11 am EST Meet Amaury Guichon. Tear your gaze away from his four-foot-tall, impossibly-detailed spinning chocolate Ferris wheel. Stop staring at his ethereally beautiful and seductively perfect coconut-vanilla pearl pastry. Meet Amaury Guichon, the person. He’s a teacher, a husband to Fiona, and he’s a newly-minted Netflix star. He’s always in the kitchen, working six days a week and hardly taking vacations....

Apple Cinnamon Muffin Recipe Molly Allen/Mashed By Molly Allen/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 7:58 am EST There are some days that putting together an elaborate breakfast just makes sense. Sausage, eggs, hash browns, and toast? A breakfast dream. But many mornings call for something a bit simpler, and there’s definitely bonus points if it’s easy to grab on the go. Muffins can sometimes get a bad rap. Sure, they’re not as dressed-up as cupcakes, all decked in colorful frosting and sprinkles....

California Breakfast Burrito Recipe Jaime Bachtell-Shelbert/Mashed By Jaime Bachtell-Shelbert AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 20, 2021 11:51 am EST Whether you’ve been before or are heading there for the first time, when traveling to California, you best believe your foodie bucket list will be filled with scrumptious delights. From the iconic In-N-Out burgers, to some of the greatest sushi in the U.S. (via Thrillist), to award-winning restaurants up and down the coast, to an unparalleled food truck culture, to scrumptious burritos, California is the destination for those who love a good meal — and the possibilities are endless....