6 Popular Sweet Snacks Made With Unusual Ingredients
Let's pull back the curtain and see what goes into our favorite sweets, from classic candies to sugary snacks. You'll find some surprising ingredients are used.
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The Vintage Breakfast No One Seems To Eat Anymore (And We Can See Why)
With the meat shortage during World War II affecting the American public, consumers turned to this unusual ingredient to satisfy their umami desires.
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16 Central Asian Foods You Need To Try At Least Once
Central Asia has unique and flavorful cuisine that many Americans don't know about. Take a look at the dishes to try if you're traveling through Central Asia.
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Humphrey Bogart's Favorite Liquor That He Often Drank On Set
Humphrey Bogart was known for more than his legendary quotes on set. He was also known for drinking one liquor in particular — including how he enjoyed it.
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How Exactly Is Soy Sauce Made?
The history of soy sauce stretches back hundreds, even thousands, of years, with much of this popular fermented soy bean brew still made in traditional way.
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Why Ohio Takes Pierogi More Seriously Than Most States
Hawthorne Heights once said, "Ohio is for Lovers," but it's also for pierogi. With a vast history in the state, the tasty dumpling means more than you'd think.
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How The Founder Of Dave's Killer Bread Turned His Life Around And Went On To Create A Beloved Brand
If you've heard of Dave's Killer Bread, then you've probably heard about the brand's founder, who turned his life around after several stints in prison.
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The Savory California Dish That Originated During The Gold Rush Era
There's a lot that's surprising about this meal that was born in the frenzy of the California Gold Rush, not least how much it cost and its mixture of foods.
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How A Typo Created The Myth About The Origin Of German Chocolate Cake
Despite its name, German chocolate cake isn't simply a cake named for its perceived country of origin. Its name actually stems from something else entirely.
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8 Discontinued Fast Food Fish Sandwiches That Fans Still Miss
From Subway's Seafood Sensation to The Whaler at Burger King, there are several beloved fast food fish sandwiches we wish would return to these chains' menus.
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Victorians Used To Eat Ice Cream Made From This Leafy Green
Savory ice creams are rare, but this version was popularized by a Victorian cookbook author who turned a common veg into a refreshing treat.
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One Of The Oldest Cocktails To Exist Was An Anthony Bourdain Favorite
Anthony Bourdain had strong opinions, and he knew his way around a bar. One of the his favorite cocktails was among the oldest to exist in New Orleans.
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This Is Exactly How Sherbet Differs From Ice Cream
Ice cream, sorbet, and sherbet are sweet treats you might find at an ice cream shop, but each differs and offers distinct flavor and texture combinations.
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What Exactly Is Saleratus In Vintage Recipes (And Is It Different From Baking Soda)?
Saleratus was a bread leavener that was eventually replaced by baking soda and baking powder, but can you use them interchangeably in recipes?
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This Fan-Favorite Candy Bar Didn't Survive The 1970s — And You Can Thank Cadbury
It's no shock when an unpopular and poorly selling candy bites the dust, but it's a real tragedy when a fan-favorite candy bar gets discontinued.
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This Celebrity Chef Helped Paul Newman Start His Philanthropic Food Brand
Paul Newman was the face and founder of the Newman's Own brand of salad dressing, but he never would've gotten far if not for this celebrity chef.
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Blame The Banana Industry For This Bizarre Vintage Meatloaf Recipe
Have you ever considered jazzing up meatloaf by adding bananas to the mix? A major fruit company published recipes for that unusual dish many decades ago.
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What Are Tonka Beans And Why Are They Illegal In The US?
Because tonka beans are illegal in the United States, you won't find the popular ingredient at the forefront of most American menus. Read on to find out why.
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A Diet Of Takeout Food Fueled Bonnie And Clyde's Infamous Rampage
Bonnie and Clyde are well-known for their Great Depression-era crime spree, but did you know that they were big fans of takeout?
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The Caribbean Origins Of The Word 'Barbecue'
If you thought that barbecue was a distinctly American creation, the truth is a whole lot more complicated. Here's where the word originated.
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Gose Beer: The Salty German Ale You Should Know About
Gose is a salty, funky beer that's worth trying, especially if you like sours. Here's what you need to know about the history of this unique German beer.
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The Fruity Drink Mix Pie That Used To Be A Summer Staple
A little drink mix goes a long way, and this one had quite a heyday in the mid 20th century. It's still being sold, too, if you want to try it for yourself.
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15 Classic German Dishes To Try At Least Once
German cuisine is so much more than just beer and pretzels. Take a look at some of the most classic German dishes, from sauerbraten to pfeffernüsse.
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Once A Tiki Party Essential, This 1960s Appetizer Has All But Vanished
Appearing on the menu of a California tiki restaurant in the 1940s, this appetizer exploded in the '60s but vanished since. Here's the story and how to make it.
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10 Discontinued Cereals From The '80s We Still Mourn At The Grocery Store
Few decades continue to conjure a rabidly enthusiastic sense of nostalgia quite like the 1980s, and these discontinued cereals are important artifacts of that.
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Take A Break From Tuna Salad With This 1950s-Era Swap
If you're burned out on tuna (or looking to go retro), there's another cold deli salad from the same era that deserves your attention.
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The Top 10 Cheese-Consuming Countries (And Their Favorite Varieties)
From gouda to gorgonzola and brie to juustoleipä, explore the world’s top cheese-consuming countries and their most iconic regional varieties.
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