Here's What You're Eating In A Packet Of Ramen Seasoning
Instant ramen seasoning packets are loaded with flavor, but have you ever stopped to wonder what is actually in them? The answer is complicated.
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Stories By Kat Lieu
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Why Japanese Sauce Packets Are So Much Better Than The American Version
Everything seems just a little bit cooler and futuristic in Japan, from the toilet seats to the ketchup packets. Yes, the ketchup packets are amazing.
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The Pro-Tip To Give Your Dunkin' Refresher More Flavor
Ever order a Dunkin' Refresher from Dunkin' Donuts, like mango pineapple or strawberry dragonfruit, and wish it had more flavor? Well, here's a pro-tip.
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For A Richer Chocolate Martini, Swap Out The Vodka
While chocolate martinis are classically rich and tempting as they are, there's a simple way to make this sweet cocktail even richer.
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The Popular Korean Soju Brand You Can Now Find At Costco
You don't have to go to your favorite Korean BBQ restaurant or an Asian market to find soju. You can simply go to Costco and pick up this popular brand.
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PSA: Don't Use Your Le Creuset Stoneware On The Stove
Le Creuset makes a wide variety of colorful cookware pieces - but they aren't all created equal. For example, you should never use its stoneware on the stove.
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The Big Lesson Chrissy Teigen Wants You To Learn About Holiday Hosting
When it comes to hosting dinners and parties in the holiday season, Chrissy Teigen has one easy tip, and it boils down to keeping things simple in the kitchen.
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The Breakfast Staple That's Even Better With Booze
Breakfast can be better when boozy. There, we said it. This breakfast classic doesn't have to be bland or boring when you add a little alcohol.
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Here's What Time You Can Buy Beer In Texas, According To State Law
Like many states, Texas has a series of blue laws that restrict the time and places you can purchase alcohol. Here's when you can buy beer.
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How Bourbon Can Improve Your Meat, Beyond Flavor
Some of bourbon's tasting notes include smoke, wood, and spice, which add great flavor to meat. But you can also use it beyond flavor.
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Sigmund Freud's Strange Connection To Bacon And Egg Breakfasts
He may be the founder of modern psychoanalysis, but Freud also had a hand in influencing us all to accept that we should eat bacon and eggs for brekkie.
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The Boozy Secret To The Most Flavorful Cedar Plank BBQ
Cedar plank barbecue is growing in popularity, and there are many ways to elevate this form of cooking, including soaking the planks in this popular spirit.
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How Long You Should Smoke Pork Chops
Smoking can be a quick or lengthy process depending on the cut of meat and how much smokiness you're trying to imbue. We asked an expert for tips.
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The Breakfast Food Giada De Laurentiis Only Eats For Lunch And Dinner
Did you know there's a breakfast food that Giada De Laurentiis only eats for lunch and dinner? That breakfast food is a common staple in the U.S.
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The Frozen Vegetable Jet Tila Wishes We Would Eat Less
We're sure celebrity chefs agree that eating veggies is important, but there is a frozen vegetable that chef Jet Tila wishes we would eat less of.
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Can You Add Frozen Bamboo Shoots To Hot And Sour Soup?
Bamboo shoots are an essential part of hot and sour soup for both taste and texture, but can they be added directly from the freezer without defrosting?
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Why Is Panettone So Expensive Now, And Is It Worth The Splurge?
Panettone has become a Christmas tradition, and not just in its native Italy. We consider whether it's worth splashing out on a pricey artisanal version.
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How To Thaw Frozen Cheesecake For The Best Possible Texture
Store-bought cheesecakes are often frozen. But how exactly can we thaw frozen cheesecakes for the best possible texture?
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Your Stir-Fried Veggies Will Taste Restaurant Quality With One Extra Step
For restaurant-quality stir-fried veggies, be sure to take this important step before adding them to your stir-fry dish.
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The Costco Frozen Seafood That Popeyes' Head Chef Can't Get Enough Of
Everyone loves Costco, including Popeyes' Head Chef Amy Alarcon. And as it turns out, there's one frozen Costco original she has endless praise for.
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The Pasta Dish Tom Colicchio Would Never Order At A Restaurant
Chef Tom Colicchio, who co-founded New York's Gramercy Tavern, would never order this one dish at any restaurant.
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The Costco Food Court Coffee Item That's Simply Too Sweet To Truly Enjoy
While many Costco food court items are a hit, others miss the mark. Next time you visit the wholesaler, here's the too-sweet coffee drink you should skip.
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Why You Should Opt For Oil-Packed When Making Tuna Salad
Tuna canned in water can get the job done in certain circumstances, but using oil-packed tuna ensures a better texture and flavor in tuna salad.
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Give Cheesecake A Savory Upgrade With An Unexpected Cheese
Change up the flavors and ingredients in cheesecake if you'd like. You can even give cheesecake a savory upgrade with an unexpected cheese.
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Your Penne Alla Vodka Needs A Seafood Twist
The pleasant acidity in creamy vodka sauce complements the natural sweetness of seafood without overpowering or overwhelming.
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The Only NYC Restaurant Geoffrey Zakarian Would Ever Visit For Brunch
There's only one restaurant Geoffrey Zakarian would visit in NYC for brunch. Find out what celebrity hotspot he prefers and why.
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The Fancy (But So Easy) Egg Dish Geoffrey Zakarian Makes His Son
Oeufs au plat jambon might sound and look fancy, but the dish is easy enough that celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian makes it for his son every week.
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