Ever Wonder What The Powdered Substance On Shredded Cheese Is?
The powdered substance on shredded cheese is included to prevent the contents from sticking together and to absorb excess moisture, which helps prevent molding.
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Did TGI Fridays Invent Potato Skins?
TGI Fridays is known for a lot of things - happy hour deals, great cocktails, and its potato skins. Rumor is the chain invented the popular app but is it true? -
Anthony Bourdain's Ultra-Rich Mashed Potatoes Were Inspired By A Famous Chef
Anthony Bourdain, known for his passion for food and people, paid homage to one of the late greats with his creamy and rich mashed potato recipe. -
John Adams Was Known To Drink A Fall-Favorite Booze Every Morning
John Adams was not just an American president, he loved an American favorite drink too. Here's the fall-themed hard beverage he enjoyed drinking every morning. -
Dishes Where Canned Tuna Is Actually Better Than Fresh (And Ones It's Worse For)
When it comes to tuna, the canned version can sometimes be a better option over fresh, according to chef and Ocean Ambassador Charlotte Langley. -
The Boxed Mac And Cheese We Always Have Stocked In The Pantry
Food Republic ranked boxed mac and cheese from best to worst, and our top choice for this satisfying treat is one you should always have stocked in the pantry. -
What's The Difference Between A Grilled Cheese And An English Toastie?
While a cheese toastie and a grilled cheese may seem similar, they are two distinct types of sandwiches, and what defines them comes down to butter placement. -
How Julia Child Actually Felt About In-N-Out
Julia Child was known for elegant French cuisine, but like all of us, she also enjoyed a simple burger from the iconic West Coast chain In-N-Out. -
The Type Of Wine George Washington Enjoyed The Most
The Founding Fathers were all known for their love of drink, and in an era where water was unsafe, George Washington's love of this wine is understandable. -
Can And Should You Freeze Baked Potatoes?
Baked potatoes make a fantastic lunch, dinner, or even snack -- but they can take forever to bake. Can you prepare them in advance and freeze them? -
Hoda Kotb's Favorite Snack Is Simple Yet So Relatable
Hoda Kotb has hosted the "Today Show" for nearly 20 years, and she's seen her fair share of gourmet eats, but her favorite snack is so relatable. -
The 12th Century Origins Of The Bento Box, One Of Japan's Traditional Lunches
Bento boxes are an essential part of Japanese cuisine, with several deliciously distinctive variations. These traditional lunches have a long history. -
The 3-Ingredient Spanish Cocktail You Absolutely Need To Try
Kalimotxo is a popular Spanish cocktail that involves red wine, Coke, and orange bitters to create a complex but balanced drink perfect for summer. -
One Of The Most Unusual Ice Cream Flavors Hails From Pennsylvania
Don't be fooled by its bright pink color; this ice cream has been known to taste like everything from spearmint on steroids to pain medication. -
How Succotash Got Its Iconic Name
If you didn't eat it growing up, you probably only know about succotash from "Looney Tunes." But what is this dish, and how did it get its name? -
Cook Down Coconut Cream And Magically Get 2 Ingredients Out Of It
Coconut cream is a versatile ingredient on its own, but when you cook it down until the water evaporates, you get two distinct and delicious new ingredients. -
Is There Any Fish In A California Roll?
Many of us know that a California roll doesn't usually contain actual crab, so what really is in a crab stick, and does it contain real fish? -
What Does Baja-Style Actually Mean For Fish Tacos?
Baja-style fish tacos are a classic dish today, available in most Mexican eateries, but what really inspired them and what does Baja-style mean? -
The Key Ingredient That Breyer's Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream Is Missing
When you crack open a container of luscious vanilla ice cream, you expect there to be certain ingredients inside, like cream, sugar, and, well, vanilla. -
The Official State Pie Of Oregon Is A Pacific Northwest Classic
The Pacific Northwest is passionate about eating locally sourced food, and that is reflected in Oregon's official - and absolutely iconic - state pie. -
The 2 Types Of Tinned Fish That Taste Most Like Their Fresh Counterparts
Food Republic asked chef Charlotte Langley, an Ocean Ambassador for the MSC, which types of tinned fish taste most like their fresh counterparts. -
What's The Best Cut Of Steak For Fajitas?
A popular Tex-Mex dish, steak fajitas are delicious and super easy to make at home as long as you have the right technique - and the right cut of meat. -
How To Choose The Absolute Freshest Figs At The Grocery Store
Fresh figs are delicious yet delicate pieces of produce, so follow our advice for choosing ones that are neither underripe nor past their prime. -
The Differences Between Bulgogi And Kalbi, 2 Popular Korean Dishes
Two popular Korean dishes that are enjoyed in the States are bulgogi and kalbi. Though they are similar in theory, this is what sets them apart. -
The American Origins Of London Broil Steak
A London broil steak sounds like it should be from across the pond in Great Britain, but the actual origins of the dish are shockingly American. -
The Origin Of Croissants Isn't What You Might Expect
The humble croissant is viewed by many as the quintessential French pastry, but the origins of this flaky favorite aren't what you might expect. -
Xanthan Gum Is A Key Ingredient For Pillowy Gluten-Free Cakes
One of the problems with gluten-free baking is your goods falling (or crumbling) apart thanks to how gluten holds things together. Xanthan gum fixes that.
