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The Bizarre Hardware Item One Man Found In His Taco Bell Order Facebook By Lucy Maddox/Jan. 26, 2022 5:42 pm EST We have all heard those disturbing urban legends about gross items ending up in fast food orders. Well, as it turns out, most of these stories are more rooted in fact than fiction. When you order from McDonald’s or Burger King, for the most part, you know what you signed up for: A convenient, inexpensive, and arguably tasty meal....

The Hilarious Reason This Couple Can’t Use Their New Vitamix Dayah Shaltes/Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/Jan. 18, 2022 10:26 am EST The Vitamix is the ultimate blender, but procuring a brand-new one can set you back several hundred dollars. So we can imagine Jessica and Nikii Gerson-Neeves were pretty excited when they managed to snag a Vitamix during a 2021 Black Friday sale. As The Washington Post put it, the couple had been “looking forward to a winter of smoothies and soups....

The One Meal Serena Williams Just Isn’t A Fan Of lev radin/Shutterstock By Lucia Capretti/Aug. 30, 2021 11:54 pm EST You might think that tennis star Serena Williams needs to fuel up all throughout the day to sustain her ever-expended energy resources. However, the athlete told Women’s Health that breakfast isn’t really on her top list of priorities. She commented, “When I roll out of bed [in the morning], I’m just not hungry....

This Employee Claims Sam’s Club Wrote Him Up For Exercising A Federally Protected Right Ken Wolter/Shutterstock By Nick Desimone/Jan. 14, 2022 12:13 pm EST In terms of tacky questions to ask your friends, “how much do you make?” is high on the list. But between coworkers, it’s a federally protected right according to The National Labor Relations Board. The National Labor Relations Act, passed in 1935, protects workers’ rights to organize, including discussions about wages (via The National Labor Relations Board)....

This Is The Absolute Best Way To Reheat A Roast from my point of view/Shutterstock By Justine Lee/Nov. 5, 2021 9:49 am EST There’s nothing quite like a warm, succulent roast dinner to comfort us on crisp evenings. And the best part of cooking up a classic roast beef is that you’re bound to have plenty of leftovers to reheat and eat in the days ahead, right? Well, not exactly. We probably don’t have to tell you how, after a few days, leftover roast meat from wondrous, delicious dinners begins to look and feel as if it has a really bad hangover (maybe from having one too many hot toddies): tough, bone-dry, and pretty worse for wear....

This Might Be The Easiest Way To Thicken Up Hot Sauce Lika Mostova/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Sept. 7, 2021 3:30 pm EST If you like your food muy caliente, you’re probably really into hot sauce. Whether you’re a Frank’s RedHot fan who puts that s*** on everything or you dream of appearing on Hot Ones and spend days preparing for The Last Dab, there’s a hot sauce to suit every spicy food fan....

Valerie Bertinelli’s Touching Instagram Tribute To Betty White s_bukley/Shutterstock By Molly Clark/Jan. 3, 2022 10:38 am EST America’s beloved golden girl Betty White passed away on Friday just before the world welcomed 2022, and weeks shy of her 100th birthday — and the new year has been filled with adorations and tributes from celebrities and fans alike that have poured in for the Hollywood sweetheart. According to CNN, her costar in “The Proposal,” Ryan Reynolds took to Twitter to express his condolences....

What Bartenders Wish You’d Realize About Espresso Martinis New Africa/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Oct. 8, 2021 4:49 pm EST Some cocktails take more effort to make than they’re worth. Thrillist ranked dirty vodka martinis, the lemon drop, and boilermakers as some of the most frivolous mixed drinks out there. While those beverages can give any bartender a headache to make, one concoction rises above and annoys mixologists everywhere. According to Grub Street, bartenders hate whipping up espresso martinis....

What Makes The Rock’s Signature Pancakes So Surprising Dave J Hogan/Getty Images By Melissa Richter/Dec. 27, 2021 2:28 pm EST Larger-than-life superstar Dwayne Douglas Johnson, or Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as he is better known, has not been shy about documenting his massive appetite. It only takes a few seconds of scrolling through his Instagram page to realize that he is fueling his massive physique, which clocked in at an impressive 270 pounds in 2019 (via Cinema Blend), with a steady flow of all sorts of foods....

47% Said This Is The Worst Thing You Can Give On Halloween That Isn’t Candy Alexander Raths/Shutterstock By Maria Faller/Oct. 4, 2021 12:01 pm EST Costumes, pumpkin picking, and spooky movies are some of the things that make Halloween so much fun. While adults enjoy the sweater weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and tailgating at football games, kids look forward to carving pumpkins, dressing up to go trick or treating, and sifting through their mountains of candy....

Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 20, 2021 11:52 am EST With the help of an air fryer, pretty much anything is possible. These devices are great because they do the same work as an oven but in a fraction of the time. Another plus? You don’t have to waste any time preheating the device and can get to cooking right away! While fried snacks are the usual go-to in the air fryer (offering a healthy alternative to fried foods), many people also use their air fryers to cook chicken breasts and other meats....

Aldi 5-Ingredient Bread Pudding Recipe Stephanie Rapone/Mashed By Stephanie Rapone AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 8:48 am EST So you’re looking for a great homemade sweet treat the family or guests will love but you don’t want to spend very long working on it? No judgment here, as we certainly get that we’re all often pressed for time. Well, hey, do you happen to have an Aldi nearby? Perfect, because with just five ingredients that you can find at your favorite grocery store, you can whip up a new favorite baked dish that’s a guaranteed people pleaser....

Aldi’s New Wine Claims To Be ‘Zero-Sugar’ - Here’s What That Means Jacob Lund/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Updated: Jan. 31, 2022 4:22 pm EST Dry January is about to end. So buyers are naturally readying themselves for a most moist February. Adventures in Aldi, the non-affiliated Instagram account, is happy to help. Two days ago, they uploaded a post highlighting Aldi’s Don’t Mind If I Do sugar-free and gluten-free Sauvignon Blanc. The wine has the citrus-y aroma of grapefruit mingled with fresh cut grass and retails for just $7....

Aldi’s Stuffed Chicken Dinners Are Becoming A Staple For Some Shoppers Instagram By Amy Hamblen/Jan. 16, 2022 7:39 pm EST Figuring out an easy, inexpensive weeknight meal that actually tastes good can feel like hitting the lottery! If we had a dollar for every time we’ve Googled “quick, cheap dinner recipe” we might even be in a good enough spot financially to stop the endless search for simple, budget-friendly meal solutions....

Baskin-Robbins Adorable Snowman Cake Is Perfect For Your Holiday Party Baskin-Robbins By Aimee Lamoureux/Nov. 16, 2021 3:08 pm EST It might be almost winter, but just because the cold is coming in doesn’t mean you have to give up all of your favorite warm-weather treats. In fact, quite to the contrary, the popular chain Baskin-Robbins is here to show everyone that ice cream is more than just a summer food. While true fans may argue that ice cream is tasty enough to be enjoyed any time, Baskin-Robbins is also now launching a festive new item that is so adorable, it will have people forgetting all about how cold it may be outside....

Buccaneers Fans Have Their Own Shake At PDQ In Time For The Playoffs Nolichuckyjake/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Jan. 13, 2022 1:38 pm EST When it comes to celebrating football, fans can’t have a proper tailgate without the appropriate foods. According to Taste of Home, game day just doesn’t feel complete without fried chicken wings, spicy dip, sliders, pretzel nuggets, and more. And PDQ wants to get in on that action and celebrate the Bucs with a brand new shake....

Cold Brew Vanilla Soda Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Sept. 22, 2021 8:38 am EST With the diverse range of coffee drinks available on the market, there’s no reason to be bored with your daily cup of java. Sure, a regular cup of filter coffee does the trick when it comes to an energy boost, but why not venture away from the usual suspects and try something fun?...

Copycat Outback Steakhouse Mac And Cheese Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Sept. 23, 2021 4:25 pm EST Outback Steakhouse may be primarily known for its juicy steaks, but its delectable sides are nothing to sneeze at, either. Particularly scrumptious amongst the items on the restaurant’s menu is Outback’s mac and cheese, made with wide-cut rigatoni and creamy cheese. But if you don’t want to make a trip to Outback Steakhouse just to grab some mac and cheese, you’re in luck....

Costco Fans Are Sharing Their Favorite Ways To Eat Its 5 Cheese Tortelloni Ildi Papp/Shutterstock By Amy Hamblen/Nov. 14, 2021 8:10 pm EST Ever get home from the grocery store with some item that looked delicious only to realize you have no idea what to do with it? Not to fret, social media has solved some of those maddening cooking conundrums of yore. Sites like Instagram and TikTok have created a safe, intimate space for culinary novices to get some much-appreciated cooking inspo....

Creme Saver Fans Can Finally Celebrate After A 10-Year Wait Instagram By Maria Faller/Aug. 28, 2021 8:15 pm EST The favorite hard candy of your childhood is back after a decade-long hiatus. The sweet, creme-swirled, fruit-flavored treat that you used to go crazy for before the candy was discontinued is returning as Mars Wrigley and Iconic Candy will re-release its famous Creme Savers candy (via Thrillist). Let the memories of sifting through the candy dish at grandma’s come flooding back as you finally have another chance to pop this decadent and more flavorful alternative to the original Life Savers (via Wide Open Eats) in your mouth once again....