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  • Loaf of sliced bread in plastic packaging sitting on wooden table

    Why Storing Bread In Its Original Plastic Packaging Can Be A Big Mistake

    To ensure store-bought loaves and rolls remain at their freshest, ditch the plastic packaging for this spoilage-sparking reason.

    By Kashmir Brummel 12 hours ago Read More
  • Multiple restaurant signs viewed down a street including McDonald's, Taco Bell, Grinder, and Pizza Hut

    Eating At Chain Restaurants Was Once So Simple — Now The 'Paradox Of Choice' Clouds Our Decisions

    It's not your imagination — having more restaurant options does make deciding where to eat more complicated. This is the paradox of choice, explained.

    By Ian Fortey 14 hours ago Read More
  • Close up image of unripe green bananas in a store

    Why Are Shoppers' Bananas Not Ripening?

    Every once in a while we bring home green bananas that refuse to ripen. We spoke with an expert about why this happens, and how to ripen them.

    By Katie Leigh Matthews 16 hours ago Read More
  • Assorted Fruit in a Bowl

    One Cup Of This Fruit A Day Improves Gut Health, According To Science

    We love fruit because it's delicious, but it also offers a ton of benefits. This fruit improves gut health, supports eye health, and aids circulation.

    By Josie Dlugosz 2 days ago Read More
  • Ripe green and red grapes on plate

    Brown-Stemmed Grapes Are Usually Not The Freshest, But Here's Why Some People Prefer Them Anyway

    Believe it or note, some prefer the brown-stemmed grapes to the green-stemmed variety. According to an expert, there's a reason for that.

    By Julia Holland 2 days ago Read More
  • Burger King combo meal with french fries, Whopper, and chicken nuggets

    'Equivalent To Taking 2,000 Cars Off The Road' — How Burger King Transforms Food Waste To Help Save The Planet

    Food waste is terrible for the environment. Some fast food restaurants like Burger King are combating this while also trying to reduce the carbon footprint.

    By Ian Fortey 2 days ago Read More
  • boxes of papa johns food

    Here's What Papa Johns Does With Its Leftover Food

    Restaurants end up creating a tremendous amount of food waste each year, but many work to mitigate that. Here's how Papa John's does so.

    By Will Godfrey 3 days ago Read More
  • Old picture of cowboys on horses

    This Classic Mexican Dish Was A Cowboy Staple In The American West

    The Old American West full of dishes made on the go that would nourish the body for a hard day's work, and one Mexican staple was chief among them.

    By Julia Holland 3 days ago Read More
  • expiration date printed on the bottom of a can in a grocery store aisle

    The Food Expiration Date Myth People Need To Stop Believing

    While some claim "use by," others claim "best by," making food expiration labels vague at best, misleading at worst. We look behind the labels.

    By Ashley Chalmers 3 days ago Read More
  • Eggs inside of a cardboard carton with person cracking an egg in glass bowl

    Why It's Important To Store Eggs In The Original Cardboard Carton

    We all know that cardboard cartons aren't always aesthetically pleasing, but there are reasons why you shouldn't toss them before storing eggs in the fridge.

    By Martha Brennan 3 days ago Read More
  • cabbage wedges in a boiling pot

    The Trick To Making Less Stinky Cabbage

    Nutrient rich cabbage is a great vegetable to add to your diet, but when cooked, the stink can be offputting. Here's why it happens and how to prevent it.

    By Julia Holland 4 days ago Read More
  • Various sushi at a Japanese restaurant

    Why Japan Banned A Popular Sushi Fish

    While Japan banned this popular and tasty white sushi fish from sale in the country, it's widely available elsewhere, including across the U.S. and Canada.

    By Deepak Narayanan 4 days ago Read More
  • Two scoops of ice cream in a white bowl topped with berry syrup and mint leaves

    Turn McCormick's 2026 Flavor Of The Year Into An Amazing Ice Cream Syrup

    This flavor is prevalent in the United Kingdom, but still a bit unknown in the States. The sweet and tart berry really shines alongside ice cream.

    By Dee Lopez 6 days ago Read More
  • Smoked pork shoulder, or picnic ham

    What Exactly Is Picnic Ham And How Did It Get Its Name?

    Picnic ham is a relatively inexpensive cut that is often looped into the ham family, but what is it really? Here's what you need to know.

    By Deepak Narayanan 6 days ago Read More
  • Three ripe apricots on a tree branch in the sun

    The Small, Rural West Coast City Known As The Apricot Capital Of The World

    With acres of apricot orchards, a local apricot variety, and a yearly apricot festival, this little-known California city certainly earns its nickname.

    By Deepak Narayanan 6 days ago Read More
  • Blue crab in New York river

    What Is Pasteurized Crab Meat And Does It Taste Any Different?

    When reaching for crab meat in the refrigerated seafood section, you may notice "pasteurized" on the label. What does that mean and does it impact taste?

    By Wendy Leigh 6 days ago Read More
  • Several slices of cooked bacon on a wood board

    It's Not Always Actual Wood Chips — The Bacon You're Eating Might Be Sprayed With This For Smoke Flavor

    The smoky bacon aroma most people associate with wood-fired cooking may actually come from a very different process used in food manufacturing.

    By Whitney Bard 8 days ago Read More
  • A jar of Jif peanut butter next to a peanut butter and jelly sandwich

    Jif Peanut Butter Once Had A Much Different Name. This Is Why It Changed

    Jif is one of the most popular peanut butter brands. Before it was called Jif, the brand used to go by a different name until it was bought out in the 1950s.

    By Katie Leigh Matthews 8 days ago Read More
  • Strawberries in crate

    Your Common, Everyday Strawberries Aren't As Simple As They Seem

    We've come to look at modern strawberries as an ordinary thing, but everything from their appearance to their size has been especially bred from past varieties.

    By Matthew Spina 8 days ago Read More
  • A person breaking an egg over a metal bowl

    Eggs Can Be Made Safer For Raw Recipes, But Only If You Get This Exactly Right

    If you need to use raw eggs in a recipe, it's crucial to learn how to use them safely. There is a process you can do at home to make raw eggs less risky to eat.

    By James Hastings 8 days ago Read More
  • a plate of black beans on a bed of white rice

    Why White Rice And Black Beans Should Always Be In Your Pantry

    White rice and black beans are incredibly versatile, relatively inexpensive, and absolutely delicious. Keeping these staples handy is a pro tip.

    By Erik Trinidad 8 days ago Read More
  • Plate with a broken-down whole chicken sprinkled with fresh herbs

    This Overlooked Chicken Cut Is Way Cheaper Than Breasts Or Wings

    Chicken is a versatile meat that can work in just about anything, but with breasts and wings getting more expensive, consider this cut instead.

    By A.J. Forget 8 days ago Read More
  • Walmart retail meat section display.

    These Are The Farm-Animal Treatment Standards That Walmart And Sam's Club Demand From Suppliers

    With scale comes sway. Few grocery chains have power in the way that Walmart and Sam's Club do. That's why they can demand high standards from meat suppliers.

    By Luna Regina 9 days ago Read More
  • Pork steaks with cherry tomato, rosemary and salt

    Next Time You Make Pork Steaks, Cook Them Like This (It's Magic Every Time)

    You may not have been considering a pork steak for dinner tonight, but once you learn about this delicious method for cooking them, you'll change your mind.

    By Whitney Bard 9 days ago Read More
  • cheesy pasta casserole in oven

    The Creamy Vintage Pasta Bake Dish That Deserves A Big Revival

    Travel back in time with this tasty-sounding retro pasta dish that has a star-studded Hollywood history and comes together with sour cream, noodles, and cheese.

    By Rebecca Treon 9 days ago Read More
  • stack of Reese's peanut butter cups

    This Is How Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Get That Signature Texture

    If you've ever bitten into a Reese's peanut butter cup, you know the texture is vastly different from what comes in a jar. Here's what they do at the factory.

    By Michelle Welsch 9 days ago Read More
  • A person pours a creamy orange dressing out of a jar

    Russian Vs Thousand Island Vs French Dressings: What's Actually The Difference?

    These popular retro American condiments may look similar when put on burgers, sandwiches, and salads, but their origins and flavor profiles diverge.

    By Whitney Bard 9 days ago Read More
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