The Best Fast Food Mashed Potatoes Are Only Available In Half Of The Country
Mashed potatoes aren't quite as common in the fast food world as french fries, but there are still plenty of good options. However, the best is hard to find.
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Stories By Austin Havens-Bowen
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The Seasoning Mistake To Avoid With Pan-Seared Steaks
One expert suggests that a commonly used seasoning is a no-no when searing steaks in a pan. Luckily, she has an alternative suggestion for flavorful results.
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The Absolute Best Cut To Use For Chicken Fried Steak
When it comes to the steak for chicken fried steak, you might think you have to shell out cash to get the best cut, but that's not the case.
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For Even Better Homemade Fudge, Give It Some Crunch
When it comes to homemade fudge, the dessert should have a creamy texture in its traditional form. But that doesn't mean some texture shouldn't be added.
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How To Check That Your Mug Cake Is Ready To Eat
Mug cakes are made in the microwave so knowing when it's ready to eat can be tricky, especially if you don't want to poke too many holes in the dessert.
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The Right Way To Boil Noodles For Perfect Texture In Stir Fry Dishes
To prevent overcooked, tough noodles, Tasting Table checked in with Kenny Leung, executive chef at YAO in New York City, for expertise.
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The Absolute Best Substitute For Oyster Sauce
While they both have very distinct flavors, the flavor of the sea combined with common ingredients like salt make them worthy components in most dishes.
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The Ingredient Swap For A Thicker And Clearer Egg Drop Soup
All you need to do is to swap in this simple and underrated ingredient if you're looking to make your homemade egg drop soup thicker and clearer.
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The Best Way To Cut Tuna Steaks For The Grill
Grilling tuna steaks is one of the best ways to enjoy the delicious fish. The key is having the right size filet to throw onto the grill.
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The Timing Rule To Remember When Grilling Salmon
The grill is a great way to cook salmon, but it's easy to either overcook or undercook it accidentally. We asked an expert for grill timing advice.
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The Absolute Best Protein For Fried Rice Is Also The Most Popular
Although you're free to use any kind of meat when cooking fried rice, pork stands out as the best protein choice, and there are a few good reasons why.
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The Absolute Best Wingstop Flavor Isn't A Sauce At All
We completed a ranking of every Wingstop chicken wing flavor and the top spot went to a flavor that isn't even available as a sauce.
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The Absolute Best Cuts Of Chicken To Use For Katsu
Typically, thin, boneless chicken breasts that have been pounded are used for chicken katsu, but that's not the only option.
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The Best Way To Elevate Corn Salsa Is Also The Simplest
To prepare corn for the salsa, there are many ways to cook it, but one particular method is a cut above the rest.
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If You're Out Of Chicken Seasoning, Try One Easy Swap
Looking for something to season your baked chicken or any other recipe involving the meat? Try this simple fix if you find yourself out of chicken seasoning.
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The Absolute Best Way To Cook Slab Bacon, According To An Expert
If you're branching out from store-bought options and are trying your hand at making slab bacon, an expert chef has advice on the absolute best way to cook it.
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Trader Joe's Just Made A Gluten-Free Version Of One Ultra Popular Thanksgiving Staple
Trader Joe's is known for its proprietary products made by outside suppliers. For Thanksgiving dinner, there's a new gluten-free item on the shelves.
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The Ricotta Substitute You Should Always Avoid For Cakes
Although this ingredient lends itself to dishes like lasagna, you won't want to use it in place of ricotta in your next home-baked cake.
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Forget Pork — Here's How To Pair Your Steak With Applesauce
If you already the combination of applesauce with pork to cut through its richness, it's time to use the same technique with your next steak dinner.
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Why You Should Toss Raw Beef That Smells Sweet
If you're wondering if that questionable raw beef in the back of the fridge is still good, give it a whiff. Here's why you should toss it if it smells sweet.
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The Best Temperature To Cook Sweet Potatoes In The Air Fryer
The main perk of using the air fryer over the oven is that it makes the process faster. The key to cooking the sweet potato, however, relies on temperature.
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4 Easy Ways To Make Thanksgiving-Inspired Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are flavorful in their classic form, but they can be brought to the next level by infusing the yolk with classic Thanksgiving ingredients.
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Here's What Your Homemade Eel Sauce Should Actually Look Like
Making the tangy tasty Japanese food condiment eel sauce at home is easier than than it sounds. We have a few tips to make sure you get the consistency right.
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For Big Batch Corn On The Cob, Break Out Your Slow Cooker
Making corn on the cob is simple, but making a ton of cobs at once for a gathering is a much more difficult task, unless you use your slow cooker
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How To Elevate Your Tuna Noodle Casserole Without Breaking The Bank
Tuna noodle casserole is dependable but not the most exciting dish. You can change that cheaply by incorporating ingredients you probably have in your pantry.
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Nevada's Oldest Operating Dive Bar Is A Watering Hole Open 24/7
Dive bars often come and go without fanfare, but this one in southern Nevada has gone the distance and stuck around for many decades in Las Vegas.
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Marc Murphy's Simple Tips For Perfectly Satisfying Mac And Cheese
We spoke to chef Marc Murphy at Food Network's New York City Wine & Food Festival, where he shared cooking tips for the best mac and cheese.
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