The Plastic Food Takeout Item That Perfectly Shapes Burger Patties
Hand-shaping your burger patties can be unnecessarily time-consuming, so save your takeout containers and use them for burger-shaping instead.
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Stories By Milly Tamarez
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The Canned Item That Replaces Marinara In An Instant
Looking to make a marinara at home but don't have a jarred sauce on hand? You can save some money by making your own with this inexpensive canned item.
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How To Turn Greek Yogurt Into A Dubai Chocolate Delight
Dubai chocolate has become a massive foodie trend, and if you want to recreate that flavor in a tasty Greek yogurt, here's how you can make it easy.
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What's The Most Affordable Grocery Store In The US In 2025?
Even as grocery prices fluctuate, one particular grocery chain rises above the others in many states as the most affordable option here in 2025.
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The Easy Fix For Aldi's Poor Hash Brown Packaging
The Seasons Choice frozen hash browns at Aldi are a fan favorite, but once you've opened the package, the rest are left exposed to the dreaded freezer burn.
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The Dollar Tree Find That Makes Storing Condiments Easy
For those who want a new storage idea for storing condiments and sauces, here is an easy and affordable DIY hack straight from Dollar Tree.
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The Reason Texas Roadhouse Steaks Are So Affordable
Compared to other chain steakhouses out there, Texas Roadhouse is considered one of the more affordable options out there. Here's why they beat the competition.
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Ina Garten's Favorite Fast Food Chicken Sandwich Has A Spot In Her Cookbook
Ina Garten shared a simple tip for replicating the crispy breading of her favorite chicken sandwich, the creation of a fast casual chain known for its burgers.
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How Nigella Lawson Cooks Potatoes For Gnocchi And Why
Who better to take cooking advice from than Nigella Lawson? She shared her preferred way of cooking potatoes for gnocchi. Here's why and other tips to follow.
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Texas Roadhouse's Strict Temperature Rule For Prepping Beef
You'll be happy to know that for a restaurant with almost half of its menu dedicated to steak, Texas Roadhouse takes its meat very seriously.
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The Texas Roadhouse Side We Ranked Last Didn't Taste Fresh
Texas Roadhouse prides itself on making its food from scratch, but we found that this side lacked seasoning and, most importantly, did not taste fresh.
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The Costco Frozen Fried Chicken With A Deliciously Unique Breading
You'll want to head to your local Costco, as it's the only vendor that sells this gluten-free frozen chicken in a large size and at a more affordable price.
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The Pennsylvania-Based Grocery Store That's Cheaper Than Aldi And Trader Joe's
Aldi and Trader Joe's hold strong positions in the discount supermarket sphere, but one Pennsylvania-based grocery store is beginning to make its mark.
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Why Is Walmart's Vintage Heart Cake So Controversial?
Walmart probably never expected that selling a heart-shaped cake would anger so many people, but the dessert went viral for all the wrong reasons.
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Why You Shouldn't Clean Your Oven With All-Purpose Cleaner
All-purpose cleaner is gentle enough to clean all kinds of surfaces but can still handle daily messes — but can it tackle the heavy grime in an oven?
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No Ice Pack? Keep Your Lunch Chill With This Kitchen Essential
If you need an ice pack to keep your lunch nice and cold while you travel, don't panic. If you have this kitchen staple, you can make a mess-free ice pack.
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Enjoy Free Samples? Here's The Best Time To Try Them At Costco
The free samples at Costco are great, but they are far from a secret, so if you want to avoid crowds, knowing when to visit the bulk warehouse is key.
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Sam's Club Vs Costco: Which Store Sells The Cheaper Pizza?
Warehouse clubs offer great deals, but the question of whether Costco or Sam's Club sells the cheaper pizza has a more complicated answer than you might think.
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The Cheapest Fast Food Tacos Aren't From Taco Bell
While it has a reputation for exciting menu offerings, Taco Bell, despite its name, is not actually the cheapest fast food spot selling tacos.
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Give Your Italian Beef Sandwich A Kick Of Spice With One Addition
If you're an Italian Beef aficionado, then you know the sandwich is best served with one spicy (and deliciously crunchy) addition that's so easy to include.
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The US Fast Food Chain That Gets Its Hot Dogs From Chicago
Did you know that the same fast food giant that started off as a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park actually gets all of its hot dogs from Chicago?
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The Old-School (And Possibly Dangerous) Appliance Used To Cook Hot Dogs In The 70s
If you were around and eating hot dogs in the 70s, you may have seen this incredible (and perhaps sadistic) device used to cook hot dogs via electricity.
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The Walt Disney World Restaurant Reddit Says Is The Best In The Park
If you're heading to Walt Disney World in Florida, you need to know where to eat as much as what rides to ride. Reddit knows the best place to eat.
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Cook Juicy, Flavor-Packed Turkey Burgers With One Canned Vegetable
Tired of dry, falling-apart turkey burgers? One unexpected canned vegetable adds moisture, helps bind the meat, and improves the overall flavor.
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Make Juicier Burgers By Adding Heavy Cream To Your Beef Patties (Yes, Really)
Did you know some people swear by adding heavy cream to their patties to get exceptionally juicy burgers? It's true, but there's a method to the madness.
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The Must-Have Costco Snack Reddit Keeps Buying
Reddit loves these salty and sweet snacks from Costco, praising them for their versatility and their suitability for gluten-free and peanut-free diets.
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The Best Triple Sec Substitute Is This Classic Juice
Trip Sec is a vital component of many different cocktails and mixed drinks, but you probably already have the best substitute around in your fridge.
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