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Reddit's Ranking Of The Best Fast Food Fried Chicken Is A Battle Of The Top Chains

The great race to crown the ultimate fast food fried chicken chain rages on -- and according to online discourse, one restaurant is far and away the favorite.

By Cami Cox

Restaurants

The Burger Chain That's Taking A Page From Red Lobster's Playbook With A New Bottomless Deal

By Cara J Suppa

Grocery

What Name Brand Is Behind Trader Joe's Hummus?

By Cami Cox

Cook

The Secret To The Perfect Medium-Rare Burger Lies In This Magic Temperature Range

By Cara J Suppa

Drink

Beer Salt Is The Flavorful Upgrade Your Next Pint Needs

By Danielle Esposito

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Restaurants

The Burger Chain That's Taking A Page From Red Lobster's Playbook With A New Bottomless Deal

Fans of the "All-you-can-eat" dining model will be eating good in the month of May -- If Red Lobster can do it, so can this competing fast casual burger chain.
By Cara J Suppa
Grocery

What Name Brand Is Behind Trader Joe's Hummus?

Trader Joe's outsources the creation of many of its products. Which familiar brand names is behind the manufacture of TJ's hummus? Here's what we know.
By Cami Cox
Cook

The Common Ingredient Swap You Should Avoid When Making Carrot Cake

At its best, carrot cake is moist, flavorful, and delicious. However, if you're making this common ingredient swap, you might end up with a dry cake.
By Lili Kim
Restaurants

Did Burger King Once Have A 'Queen' Nemesis Chain?

Millions of people dine at Burger King around the world, but is the fast food chain the only "royal" name on the block? Here's what we found out.
By Cami Cox
Cook

The 10-5-5 Rule For Perfectly Cooked Rice

Have you ever tried making rice on your stovetop, only to end up with less-than-fluffy results? Try the 10-5-5 rule for perfectly cooked grains.
By Cara J Suppa
Drink

Nostalgia Meets Adulthood: The Easy Way To Turn Cosmic Brownies Into A Boozy Milkshake

When you want to enjoy the nostalgia of childhood, and the perks of being an adult, a cosmic brownie boozy milkshake is a match made in heaven.
By Katie Moore
Grocery

The Bad Behavior That Both Costco And Sam's Club Shoppers Are Guilty Of

When you go grocery shopping, everyone has their pet peeves. At Sam's Club and Costco, there is a bad behavior that is both wasteful and inconsiderate.
By Erin Metz
Food

What Kind Of Meat Is Actually In Bologna?

Bologna is an American lunch staple, but this cold cut is surrounded by mystery. Let's uncover exactly what's going into those fried bologna sandwiches.
By Chala June
Cook

For The Best Sponge Cakes, The Right Water Temperature Is Key

If you want to master a chiffon cake and other types of sponge cakes, you need to know the exact temperature of the water to use in your batter.
By Eli Cohen
Exclusives

Stuffed Crust Pizza Showdown: Domino's Vs Papa John's Vs Pizza Hut

Looking for a stuffed crust pizza and wondering where you should order from? We compared Domino's to Papa John's and Pizza Hut to find the best stuffed crust.
By Emily M Alexander
Food

Why Aren't Lentils Considered Beans? Here's How They're Different

Pantry staple lentils and beans share more in common than most foods, but there are some important distinctions between these two beloved legumes too.
By Sean Pagnotti
Restaurants

The Casual Restaurant Chain That Just Debuted A Cheaper Quarter Pounder-Inspired Burger

McDonald's may be home to the Quarter-Pounder burger, but this popular casual dining spot has dropped its own version, meant to poke fun at the fast food chain.
By Cami Cox
Cook

How To Air Fry Oatmeal For The Perfect Porridge-Like Texture

Try something new for breakfast and air fry your oatmeal. This handy hack will give you perfect oatmeal with a delicious, porridge-like texture.
By Eli Cohen
Restaurants

The New Jersey Hot Dog Joint That Serves Up Franks In A River

A famous New Jersey stand serves delicious hot dogs and other easy, handheld meals and snacks on a river, available to anyone tubing or kayaking by.
By Eli Cohen
Food

13 Massive Hot Dog Recalls That Swept The US

There have been several major hot dog recalls over the years. From metal contamination to listeria, here's a bunch of recalls worth knowing about.
By Kevin Haggerty
Cook

Skip The Rice Cooker And Make Perfect Grains In Another Quick Appliance

Rice is a staple starch for many a dinner, lunch, and even breakfast. But when every hob on the stove is spoken for, and there's no rice cooker, what do you do?
By Chala June
Drink

The Flavor Rule Bourbon Must Follow, But Not Whiskey

While the differences between bourbon and whiskey might be subtle, there is one rule in particular regarding the flavor that sets them apart.
By Shaun Melady
Drink

Every Dunkin Syrup, Ranked Worst To Best

We tried all 12 flavored syrups at Dunkin' to determine which one pairs best with coffee. The top choice surprised us - and will surprise you, too!
By Nicole Alexander
Cooking Tips

Tyler Florence's Bacon Trick Is Key To The Most Flavorful Homemade Burgers

Elevate your grilling game and impress your guests with this simple technique chef and TV host Tyler Florence recommends for making epic homemade burgers.
By Eli Cohen
Grocery

The Costco Label That Leaves Shoppers Confused

When you are grocery shopping at Costco, you might want to double check the labels -- you never know what you might find next to the Kirkland Signature stamp.
By Cara J Suppa
Restaurants

Why Does Coke Taste Better At McDonald's?

You can find a bottle of classic Coca-Cola just about anywhere, but the kind that is dispensed from McDonald's soda fountains are uniquely crisp and refreshing.
By Cami Cox
Cook

The Easy Swap To Make Your Chocolate Boxed Cake Richer, Fudgier, & More Decadent

Sure, there are ways to take boxed cake mix to the next level, but what about when you want it extra fudgy? We spoke to an expert to find out.
By Paige Novak-Goberville
Cook

What's The Toughest Cut Of Steak You Can Buy?

The toughest cut of meat can be inexpensive but it's very lean and has a lot of rich flavor that can be harnessed if cooked properly.
By Molly Wilson
Fast Food

This Western Taco Chain Gives Taco Bell A Run For Its Money (& It's Not Del Taco)

Taco Bell might be the most famous taco chain in the country, but that doesn't mean it's the best, and one chain in the West is a strong competitor.
By Lili Kim
Cook

Add A Satisfying Crunch To Your Veggie Burger Patty With This Pantry Ingredient

Just because you nix traditional meat, doesn't mean your veggie burgers have to fall apart on sight. Use this expert tip for veggie patties that bind perfectly.
By Audrey Freedman
Cook

The Shortcut That's Actually Ruining Your Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Broccoli cheddar soup is a simple, easy dinner to throw together for the family, but if you're using this shortcut you really ought to think twice.
By Adam Raphael
Cook

We Asked An Expert To Finally Address What The Best Water-To-Rice Ratio Is

Cooking rice is actually a lot harder than it might seem -- but these expert-approved water ratios take the guessing game out of the preparation process.
By Katie Moore
Cook

The Salty, Crunchy Ingredient Snoop Dogg Adds To His Bologna Sandwich

Upgrade your next bologna sandwich Snoop Dogg-style with one unexpected ingredient the rapper recommends. This salty, savory snack is your next must-try.
By Eli Cohen
News

Starbucks' New Iced Drink Gives Shaken Espresso A Latin Flair

Starbucks has officially announced its menu for summer 2025, and one brand new iced espresso beverage is sure to put you in sunny mood.
By Cami Cox

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