What Makes Whataburger's Patty Melt So Popular
While you might think a burger would be the move at Whataburger, it's actually the patty melt you should order. Here's why it's so popular among fans.
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Allie Sivak
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Stories By Allie Sivak
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Why Marcella Hazan Always Cooked Her Onion And Garlic Starting With A Cold Pan
Italian cook and icon, Marcella Hazan, taught U.S. home cooks how to create better dishes with simple tips, including cooking onion and garlic in a cold pan.
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The Prime Rib Rule Experienced Cooks Swear By For Perfect Results
If you struggle with making tender, juicy prime rib, there's one thing that you should've been doing all along. Experienced cooks love the trick.
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When It's A Red Flag To See A Full Case At A Bakery
“A bakery chock-full of delicious treats may sound like a dream, but depending on the time of day, seeing a fully stocked case can actually be a bad sign.
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Whole Milk Vs Heavy Cream: What's The Nutritional Difference?
Heavy cream is a derivative of milk's production process, but with key nutritional differences. Largely to do with fat, there are other considerations.
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Why Colder Temperatures Make Spinach Sweeter Instead Of Bitter
If you're new to gardening and you've found that your spinach comes out on the bitter side, you might need to adjust your expectations depending on the season.
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The Olive Garden Appetizer We Ranked As Worst On The Menu
Tasting Table ranked popular Olive Garden appetizers from worst to best. And, if you ask us, there's one you shouldn't order.
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Why Cleaning Stainless Steel With Paper Towels Is An Unwise Choice
You may be tempted to reach for the paper towels every time you clean but it’s not the best choice when it comes to stainless steel. What to use instead.
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This One Convenience Might Have You Buying An Air Fryer Over A Toaster Oven
Both convection cookers, toaster ovens and air fryers are highly comparable in many ways, but this may be the one difference that notably sets them apart.
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How To Swap The Meat For Vegetarian Goulash
While a traditionally rather meat-centric dish, Hungarian goulash can be made vegetarian with just a few simple meat substitutions and the right timing.
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How To Build A Berry Bowl That Stays Crunchy Even After Adding Toppings
A berry bowl is perfect for breakfast or even a snack, but if you want to maximize crunchiness, follow our advice and never have a soggy bowl again.
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Stir This Pantry Staple In Store-Bought Muffin Mix And They'll Taste Homemade
There are plenty of ways to make boxed muffin mix taste homemade, and one of our favorite tricks involves a pantry staple you likely already have on hand.
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This Will Be The Hottest Vegetable In 2026, According To Pinterest
Pinterest says there's one particular vegetable to watch out for this year -- and incorporate into your cooking repertoire.
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Not Letting Your Fried Chicken Rest Is The Mistake You Need To Stop Making
The perfect fried chicken is crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside. But when it doesn't rest enough, the juice escapes, turning the dish on its head.
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As A Former Barista, These Are My Favorite Coffee Shops In Denver
Denver features a welcoming assortment of community-focused cafes. We asked a local coffee connoisseur to share a few favorites in Colorado's capital.
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Skip This Bar Of Store-Bought Cream Cheese Brand Unless You Like A Chalky Feel
Tasting Table ranked the worst to best store-bought cream cheese brands to help you select the right schmear for your bagel.
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The Pink Cake More Famous Than The 67-Year-Old Hotel That Created It
Opened 67 years ago by Alex and Phyllis Madonna, the California hotel and resort is still going strong and known for its decadent pink cake.
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Leftover Fresh Turmeric? Here's The Best Way To Get The Most Of It
Turmeric has a plethora of benefits and uses, no matter the season. This recipe sets the spice at the forefront whether it's fresh or already powdered.
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Give Your Meat Brines Zing With These Tart Citrus Peels
Whether you choose a dry brine with salt and spices or a wet brine, there's one ingredient that can keep things moist and add a tart zing.
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What Counts As Chocolate? Here's What The FDA Says
The FDA has tons of regulations for different food products, and one of these determines which foods can and can't be labeled as "chocolate."
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The Kitchen Trend From Decades Past That Makes Counters Feel Both Outdated And Cluttered
In today's age of minimal designs, a cluttered kitchen is also and outdated one -- but there's a wya to meet in the middle, and it starts with how you decorate.
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The Easiest Way To Reduce Kitchen Clutter Without A Full Purge
Decluttering your kitchen is about more than just creating open space and shiny appearances, it's about easily reducing clutter. Here's how.
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What Dietitians Consider As A Complete Meal (Many Home Cooks Miss One Key Part)
A well-rounded diet gets a lot more complicated when you start putting individual meals together, and this expert says most people miss this one key thing.
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Aldi's Worst Soup On The Shelves Has Next To No Taste
In a taste test of nine Aldi soups ranked worst to best, Tasting Table deemed this soup as the worst, citing the lack of flavor as the biggest factor.
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Swap This Old-School Classic Into Your Beef Wellington For A Cheap Alternative
A beef Wellington is a showstopper of a dish, but it can be expensive and daunting to make. We asked a chef for a cheaper alternative that still wows.
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Rest Your Chicago-Style Pizza After Baking And You'll Have Deep Regret
If you let your homemade deep-dish rest too long after baking, you'll end up with some serious regret -- and what some baking pros might call a soggy bottom.
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Don't Skip This Step Before Freezing Your Apple Crisp
You can freeze apple crisp (and most baked goods), but before freezing this classic, don't skip one crucial step.
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