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  • chocolate chip cookies

    Not Nestlé Toll House, Not Ghirardelli: These Are The Best Milk Chocolate Baking Chips By Far

    Based on our original taste-test ranking, a lesser-known chocolate company with a long history is your best bet for magnificent milk chocolate chips.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 9 hours ago Read More
  • Oklahoma nut candy confection

    Use Pecans, Walnuts, And A Few Pantry Staples To Make A Vintage Southern Candy That Deserves A Comeback

    Classic recipes are a great way to practice making candy at home. A modern spin on this throwback treat is a reminder of why it shouldn't be left in the past.

    By Wendy Leigh 16 hours ago Read More
  • Soldier sitting at table eating breakfast with milk

    8 Foods And Drinks That Were Invented By The US Military

    The U.S. military has been responsible for a lot of innovations through the years, and these include a number of popular food items and beverages.

    By DB Kelly 19 hours ago Read More
  • Yogurt bowl with sliced bananas, raspberries, and almonds

    What's The Difference Between Skyr, Kefir, And Yogurt

    On the surface, the triple threat of skyr, kefir, and yogurt may seem the same, but there are vast historical and compositional differences between the three.

    By Jason Sheehan 1 day ago Read More
  • Cowboys around a campfire

    Cowboys Enjoyed This Deep-Fried Sourdough Snack While Gathered Around The Campfire

    What did cowboys enjoy for dessert on the open trail? Sometimes it was just as simple as this campfire dish crafted from sourdough and bacon grease.

    By Luna Regina 1 day ago Read More
  • Figurines of Poppin' Fresh and Poppie Fresh

    The Pillsbury Doughboy Had A Whole Family, And Their '70s Figures Are Worth Thrifting

    The Pillsbury Doughboy, whose real name is Poppin' Fresh, was once joined by an entire family. Now, these Pillsbury mascots can be found in thrift stores.

    By Whitney Bard 1 day ago Read More
  • Cowboys preparing food around campfire

    Cowboys Enjoyed A Fried Meat That Few Are Brave Enough To Touch Now

    The cowboy's journey is no easy feat. Long treks were made possible with certain foods -- including this unique meat many would wince at today.

    By Jason Sheehan 3 days ago Read More
  • Slice of apple pie with latticed crust balanced on a fork, with the rest of the pie blurred in the background

    8 Facts About Marie Callender's Few Shoppers Know

    Despite being an established brand in frozen pies for the past several decades, there are some things many consumers still don't know about Marie Callender's.

    By Sarah O'Phelan 3 days ago Read More
  • Little boy dressed as cowboy for Halloween with candies on table in kitchen

    Cowboys Enjoyed This Old-Fashioned Halloween Candy Long Before It Hit Trick-Or-Treat Bags

    Records show there was one candy that could make a cowboy say "yee-haw."

    By Naomi Tsvirko 4 days ago Read More
  • Someone taking a Betty Crocker cake mix box off a store shelf

    5 Discontinued Betty Crocker Cake Mixes That Deserve A Revival

    Once you've been reminded of these delicious old-school Betty Crocker cake mix flavors, you're probably going to wish they'd make a quick comeback.

    By Chris Hodges 4 days ago Read More
  • pint of chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream

    The Beloved Ice Cream Flavor You Can Actually Thank Ben & Jerry's For Inventing

    Ben & Jerry's has become associated with whimsical offerings. However, this tried-and-true flavor might be one of its most iconic inventions.

    By Sean Bell 7 days ago Read More
  • batch of rum raisin ice cream

    This Underrated Häagen-Dazs Flavor Is An Old-Fashioned Italian Classic And An '80s Icon

    With so much variety, not every Häagen-Dazs ice cream flavor gets the attention it deserves — even this Italian classic from the '80s.

    By Deb Kavis 8 days ago Read More
  • A slice of pepperoni pizza on a paper plate on an American flag

    How World War II Helped Pizza Become A Beloved American Staple

    You struggle to find an American household that doesn't eat pizza today, but it wasn't always so. The war was the catalyst that spread its U.S. popularity.

    By Brandy Hadden 8 days ago Read More
  • Several men dressed like cowboys sitting around an old timey campfire with meat roasting on a spit.

    One Staple Cowboys Relied On Looks So Familiar, But Wouldn't Be Touched Now

    There were plenty of things that cowboys ate while they traveled far away from civilization which people wouldn't touch today, including this nutritious dish.

    By Chesney McDonald 8 days ago Read More
  • haagen-dazs ice cream macadamia nut brittle

    How Much A Pint Of Häagen-Dazs Cost When The Company Began In 1960

    Häagen-Dazs mean anything in Dutch, but the ice cream company is known for having great quality for the money. Here's how much a pint first cost.

    By Janelle Alberts 8 days ago Read More
  • Rows of Reese's peanut butter cups on a shelf.

    8 Discontinued Reese's Candies And Desserts That Don't Actually Deserve A Comeback

    While Reese's has numerous discontinued products that fans want back, the brand has other sweet treats from past years that just aren't missed by consumers.

    By Lee D'Amato 9 days ago Read More
  • A plate full of Southern-style fried chicken on a blue towel

    The Family-Owned Chicken Restaurant Baton Rouge Locals Have Loved Longer Than Raising Cane's And Popeyes

    Louisiana isn't short on famous chicken chains, but its capital city has a low-key, family-run friend chicken joint that puts all the rest to shame.

    By Amanda Berrill 9 days ago Read More
  • A chocolate Bundt cake with nuts and chocolate icing

    5 Discontinued Pillsbury Cake Mixes That Deserve A Comeback

    Pillsbury has been known for its boxed cake mix for the better part of a century, but there are still a handful of mixes we miss after all these years.

    By Dee Lopez 9 days ago Read More
  • Buffalo Bob Smith addressing audience on set of The Howdy Doody Show

    The Long-Lost Burger Chain That Was Inspired By A Boomer-Era TV Show

    If you're a boomer who grew up in the Northeast, you might remember this burger chain that was inspired by a TV show of the '50s and one of its characters.

    By Bridget Sharkey 9 days ago Read More
  • a collection of bottles on a wooden table alongside burning candles

    Booze Or Boos? Why Certain Alcohols Are Called 'Spirits'

    "Spirits" might have you thinking about Halloween, as well as the selection at your local bar. Here's how distilled spirits got their name.

    By A.J. Forget 10 days ago Read More
  • person holding two bottles of beer

    Popular In The '90s, This Cheap American Beer Still Tastes Better Than Budweiser And Miller Lite

    Finding out that this beer outranks Budweiser and Miller Lite can come as a surprise. However, it still draws praise for its smooth texture and crisp finish.

    By Janelle Alberts 10 days ago Read More
  • Overhead view of McDonald's chicken McNuggets with dipping sauce

    McDonald's Chicken McNuggets Tasted Different In The '80s, And Customers Still Miss How Good They Used To Be

    The Chicken McNuggets have been an iconic item on the McDonald's menu since the 1980s, but customers say they don't taste the same anymore.

    By Jaimie Mackey 10 days ago Read More
  • A hand holding Duncan Hines devil's food cake mix in a grocery store aisle

    The Company Behind Duncan Hines' Famous Cake Mix

    You probably recognize Duncan Hines as one of the names behind the many boxed cake mixes you see on grocery store shelves, but you may not know its history.

    By Jaimie Mackey 11 days ago Read More
  • Two pats of homemade butter on plate next to wooden churn

    The Clever Way Pioneers Made Butter While Traveling The Oregon Trail

    Churning butter does indeed take time, but crafty pioneers found a way to make the challenging endeavor effortless.

    By Kashmir Brummel 11 days ago Read More
  • A frozen pizza on a baking sheet.

    This Nostalgic Frozen Pizza Brand Has Been Discontinued After 64 Years

    This iconic frozen pizza will soon leave store shelves as fans look back on the brand's memorable place in freezer aisles.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 14 days ago Read More
  • beef ravioli with tomato sauce

    'Blew Chef Boyardee Away' — The '90s Canned Pasta That's Gone But Not Forgotten

    If you grew up in the '90s, chances are you ate canned pasta more than once, and nostalgic fans have gathered to reminisce about one particular brand.

    By James Andersen 14 days ago Read More
  • Two pints of Häagen-Dazs ice cream loaded with toppings

    The Major Company Behind Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream

    A lot has changed for the Häagen-Dazs brand since its humble beginnings. In fact, the luxury label is currently owned by one brand giant (sort of).

    By Holly Tishfield 14 days ago Read More
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