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What Exactly Is A Continental Breakfast? Julia Metkalova/Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/Updated: Jan. 19, 2022 5:14 pm EST There’s a certain level of comfort that comes with knowing that the majority of hotels will almost always have a continental breakfast. When staying at a new inn, you can rest assured that even if you slept poorly, are having a rushed morning, or are simply hungry, you can head down to the lobby for a reliable, no-frills first meal of the day....

What Is Condensed Milk And Is It Nutritious? New Africa/Shutterstock By Nancy Mock/Nov. 17, 2021 5:48 pm EST Milk is a seemingly simple enough ingredient to come across in a recipe, until you realize that what the recipe is actually calling for is condensed milk. You might be wondering what that means — condensed as in smaller? Stronger? — or maybe your recipe calls for sweetened condensed milk, and you’re not sure if that’s the same thing at all....

Why Some McDonald’s Employees Aren’t Loving This Breakfast Change Tama2u/Shutterstock By Maria Faller/Sept. 5, 2021 8:43 pm EST Back at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, McDonald’s made some menu changes for safety and efficacy reasons. “To simplify operations … and ensure the best possible experience for our customers, we are working with our franchisees and local restaurants to focus on serving our most popular choices and will begin temporarily removing some items from the menu,” Bill Garrett, McDonald’s senior vice president of operations, told Business Insider in March 2020....

Why Tamearra Dyson’s ‘Beat Bobby Flay’ Win Is So Historic Tamearra Dyson/Instagram By Lauren Cahn/Updated: Jan. 24, 2022 2:00 pm EST When nursing student and single mother Tamearra Dyson opened her vegan ghost kitchen, Souley Vegan in Oakland, California, in 2009, she was up against some pretty challenging odds: Not only was she a first-time restaurant owner, but she was also starting a business in a climate in which 27% of restaurants close in the first year of operation, per Restaurant Owner....

Why You Might Not Want Clear Containers In Your Kitchen Pantry VH-studio/Shutterstock By Hannah Beach/Jan. 5, 2022 5:15 pm EST If you’ve spent any amount of time on social media, you’ve undoubtedly seen videos of people organizing their homes and office spaces: Revamping closets. Pouring soap into cutesy little jars. Filling pantries with clear containers of spices, snacks, and baking supplies. These videos are super satisfying to watch, even if you aren’t looking for organization hacks....

You Probably Never Thought To Grate Your Butter Silence-Gali/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Nov. 4, 2021 12:58 pm EST Ah, good ol’ butter. Right up there with other cooking staples such as olive oil, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and eggs. This creamy fat is a must in any kitchen, bringing flavor and texture to a myriad of dishes including roasted vegetables, soft polenta, fried pierogies, and of course a world of baked goods including layer cakes, croissants, and pie crust....

14 Mexican Beers You’ll Wish You Knew About Sooner Varavin88/Shutterstock By Katherine Peach/Jan. 18, 2022 12:56 pm EST Mexico is known for making crisp beers ideal for sipping on a hot day. Some of the most popular Mexican cervezas are practically begging for a cold glass and wedge of lime (even though limes in Mexican lagers might all just be a marketing ploy). Mexico’s brewing history started as a result of German and Austrian immigrants arriving during the rule of the country’s Austrian emperor Maximiliano I, according to Craft Beer & Brewing....

25 Nothing Bundt Cakes Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best Tonelson Productions/Shutterstock By Anne Taylor AND Brianna Persons/Updated: Feb. 14, 2022 6:24 pm EST Bundt cakes refer to cakes that have been baked in a special donut-shaped pan. The pans often have unique patterns within the round shape and can create everything from simple circles to beautiful terraced creations. This type of cake has its origins in Europe, where it was likely inspired by the Gugelhupf cake of Central Europe (via Food52)....

Aldi Was Just Named This Country’s Most Popular Grocery Store Ken Wolter/Shutterstock By Sophia Lo/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 9:06 am EST According to Aldi’s website, the chain’s first U.S. store opened in 1976 in Iowa, but the company has grown considerably ever since. The grocery chain is now a go-to for many shoppers. From Aldi finds that are perfect for pumpkin fans to finding a great deal on meat and fish, you know you’ll be able to find seasonal and everyday products for a low price....

Best Sweet Potato Crescent Roll Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/Sept. 29, 2021 4:23 pm EST With the season quickly changing, many people are eager to incorporate more fall-themed recipes into their lives. Naturally, pumpkin tends to be the star of the show when fall rolls around, but sweet potatoes are also a great option, thanks to their vibrant orange color and earthy, subtly sweet taste. Although sweet potatoes are enjoyable year-round, they work especially well in many autumnal dishes, and these sweet potato crescent rolls are the perfect example....

Bobby Flay’s Prime Rib Recipe Petar Marshall/Mashed By Petar Marshall AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 11:53 am EST If you’re hosting a dinner party, or you’re planning the menu for a special occasion such as a holiday, prime rib may be at the top of your menu. This juicy, succulent cut of meat is absolutely perfect for serving a crowd, or for when you want to cook plenty to have leftovers....

Caribbean Chain Restaurants, Ranked Worst To Best from my point of view/Shutterstock By Lauren Johnson/Jan. 27, 2022 12:48 pm EST The label “Caribbean” can conjure up thoughts of many different food items. But one thing’s for sure — there will never be a shortage of flavor. If you’re spice averse, then you’re purely out of luck, because Caribbean food packs flavor and spices with a special affinity for peppers and heat....

Cassoulet Recipe Michelle Morey/Mashed By Michelle Morey AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 20, 2021 8:47 am EST France is known for its hearty, flavorful dishes, from boeuf bourguignon to cheese fondue to cassoulet. If you haven’t tried it before, cassoulet is a bean stew that’s emblematic of France’s southern region. It’s combination of beans and several types of meat cooked low and slow until their flavors mix. For recipe developer and food blogger Michelle Morey of Barefoot in the Pines, the key to success with this multi-component recipe is organization....

Cheesy Tater Tots Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Sept. 27, 2021 12:13 pm EST If you like snack foods that are filling and packed with delicious ingredients, then you’ll love this cheesy tater tots recipe by private practice registered dietician Kristen Carli of Camelback Nutrition & Wellness. Carli knows all about balance when it comes to enjoying a variety of food. This tasty recipe might not be an everyday meal, but it still fits into a healthy lifestyle....

Chef Rōze Traore Gets Real About His Love For French And Mexican Cuisines - Exclusive Interview Instagram By Steven John/Updated: Feb. 14, 2022 10:11 am EST A conversation with Chef Rōze Traore can leave you with two entirely disparate feelings: one is motivation because when you realize how much this young man has accomplished thus far, you’ll experience a surge of inspiration to get after your own goals more. The second, however, is dejection, because as became clear during a recent interview with Mashed, Rōze Traore has already accomplished enough to put many of us to shame, and years before there’s a wrinkle or gray hair to be seen on him....

Giada De Laurentiis Put A Cool-Weather Spin On Melon And Prosciutto FashionStock.com/Shutterstock By Jen Peng/Updated: Oct. 19, 2021 12:17 am EST As far as easy and delicious appetizers go, it’s tough to beat the simple combo of melon and prosciutto. What helps make this dish such a summer staple is that melons, such as like cantaloupes, are in season during that time (via The Daily Meal). It’s best to eat food in season, and fruits are no exception (via Mind Body Green)....

Guy Fieri Cruising With His Dog Is The Coolest Thing You’ll See All Day Steve Jennings/Getty Images By Melissa Campana/Jan. 23, 2022 1:51 pm EST All anyone can really hope for in this crazy world is to maybe — just once, during their time on planet Earth — achieve a Guy-Fieri-driving-with-his-dog level of happiness. Even just for a moment. To have that sheer, unadulterated ecstasy, the easy feeling of pure freedom....

How Dunkin’ Changed Franchising Forever Facebook By Julia Mullaney/Jan. 30, 2022 10:44 am EST These days, Dunkin’ is known as a fast-casual coffee shop serving up a variety of coffees and breakfast treats. From its famous donuts to egg-based breakfast sandwiches and other tasty confections, the chain remains a popular International destination. Still, every brand had to start somewhere, and it turns out that Dunkin’ ended up being somewhat of a pioneer for the fast-casual restaurant industry....

Kroger’s New Delivery Service Will Have Your Pantry Stocked In Record Time Kroger By Kalea Martin/Sept. 16, 2021 5:15 pm EST If you thought Instacart couldn’t get more convenient, it just did: The grocery delivery platform has partnered with Kroger to launch Kroger Delivery Now nationwide. According to a press release published on the Instacart website, the new service guarantees customers that they will receive their deliveries in as fast as 30 minutes....

Kugel And Latkes Are More Similar Than You Might Think nesavinov/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Nov. 23, 2021 3:22 pm EST Got any Hanukkah plans this year? Even if you’re not Jewish, if you’re lucky, you’ll be invited to sit down to a table full of latkes and jelly doughnuts during the religion’s “Festival of Lights,” a winter holiday which will be celebrated for the eight days and nights between November 28 and December 6 (via My Jewish Learning)....