Forget Mayo: Spread This Ingredient On Burger Buns For A Crispier Bite
To give your burger bun the crispiest bite you could ever dream of, ditch the mayo and reach for this ingredient instead. Harder to find, it's worth the effort.
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Stories By Max Dean
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Former McDonald's Chef Reveals Why Fast Food Chicken Tenders Are Smaller Than They Look
It's no great secret that food prices are going up and, often, proportions are going down. A ex-McDonald's chef explains why tenders look bigger than they are.
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Skip Expensive Sea Bass: The Cheaper Fish Alternative With More Omega-3
Don't grab expensive sea bass the next time you want a buttery whitefish. Instead, grab this option with infinitely more omega-3s for a lower price.
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The Spicy Sauce That Turns Beef Sandwiches Into A Baltimore Classic
If you want to turn your beef sandwich, any beef sandwich, into something that resembles a Baltimore classic spread, you just need this spicy sauce.
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James Bond Ate This Vintage Breakfast You Rarely See On Menus Anymore
While you might not see this particular dish as often as you used to, there's a classic breakfast that James Bond indulged in that you can replicate.
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For A Smokier Grilled Cheese, Make It South African-Style
If you want to ensure that your grilled cheese has a certain smoky delightfulness, take a page out of South Africa's culinary cook book and make this.
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Only One Chipotle Meat Is Cooked In-Store — And It's Not The Most Expensive Option
Despite Chipotle's pride in its super-fresh ingredients, only one meat is cooked in-store — and it isn't even the most expensive protein on the menu!
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The Difference Between McDonald's Big Mac & Burger King's Whopper
McDonald's and Burger King are both iconic fast food brands that are known worldwide, but how do their respective primary burgers, Whopper and Big Mac, compare?
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Give Scrambled Eggs A Major Flavor Boost With An Iconic Canned Ingredient
Even the most devoted egg fans can tire of the same routine, so shake up your next morning scramble with this rich and savory canned ingredient.
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Forget Butter: Sir Patrick Stewart's Signature Toast Starts With One Canned Ingredient
Sir Patrick Stewart, who has passed away at age 86, claimd that his signature dish was none other than a British classic: Toast, topped not with butter.
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Apples Are 10x More Flavorful When Paired With This Herb
While warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg are traditional apple companions, introducing this woodsy, piney herb adds a fresh, aromatic depth to the mix.
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The Country With The Most 7-Eleven Locations Actually Isn't The US
Although 7-Eleven began in the United States, another country has far more locations — and there, the convenience store is woven into daily life.
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Add This Heart-Healthy Ingredient To Your Cup Of Coffee For A Major Flavor Boost
If you want a flavor boost to your morning coffee and you want to help your heart, add this particular spice to your cup (with a pinch of pepper).
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Why Burger King Is Called Hungry Jack's In Australia
Despite Burger King's global reach, you won't find a single restaurant bearing its name in Australia. There, the franchise operates as Hungry Jack's. But why?
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What Company Supplies McDonald's Filet-O-Fish?
One of the main suppliers of McDonald's fish for its Filet-O-Fish sandwich is actually the same supplier for the chain's chicken and beef for its burgers.
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Add This Salty Ingredient To Ground Beef For Crispier Burgers (Hint: It's Not Bacon)
To make a more rounded burger and add a little delectable crunch to your patties, consider this salty ingredient in your beef blend (and no, not bacon).
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The Boxed Pantry Staple That Turns Ground Beef Into A British Comfort Meal
This British comfort meal is beefy, starchy, and perfect for a cozy night in — but you can upgrade it with one boxed staple for extra creaminess and texture.
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Forget Salmon: A More Versatile Option That's Flakier
Yes, salmon is delicious and full to the brim with healthy omega-3s, but there's a more versatile fish out there that soaks up flavors better than salmon.
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The Fruit With The Most Fiber Per Serving Isn't Strawberries Or Blueberries
Fruit and fiber go hand in hand, but some pack more punch than others. While melon barely has any, this tropical fruit punches well above its weight.
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The Difference Between The McDonald's Quarter Pounder And Double Cheeseburger
While both the Quarter Pounder and the Double Cheeseburger have remained McDonald's menu staples for decades, several key differences set them apart.
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Skip The Sponge: There's A Better Way To Clean Cast Iron Without Dish Soap
While there's no need to shy away from dish soap when cleaning a cast iron skillet these days, it isn't as effective as using this particular tool.
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Soaking Chicken In Vinegar: What It's For And Why It's Recommended
You've likely come across home cooks soaking chicken in a vinegar solution before cooking — but why is this done, and is it actually necessary?
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McDonald's French Fries Aren't Dairy-Free
Many fans consider McDonald’s fries the absolute best in fast food, and their signature flavor actually relies on an unexpected dairy ingredient.
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For More Caramelized Baked Potatoes, Make Them Danish-Style
If you want to try baked potatoes but are itching for something totally brand new, look to Europe, specifically Denmark, and try brunede kartofler.
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Skip Béarnaise: Dip Steak In This Easy-To-Make Sauce With Triple The Flavor
Sure, a béarnaise sauce is a classic steak pairing for a reason, but you can make something even easier that has triple the flavor. Just look to Thai cuisine.
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Give Ribeye 10x The Flavor With These 15 Additions
Sure, ribeye on its own is a delicious main course, but you can make it so much more by zhuzhing up your steak with these ingredients and additions.
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Not Butter Or Canola Oil: The Fat Bobby Flay Recommends For Cooking Ribeye Steak
If you want to cook your ribeye the way expert chef and barbecue connoisseur Bobby Flay does, then ditch the butter and conola oil. Grab this instead.
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