Amber Winston - The Takeout

Location

United States

School

The Ohio State University, Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Expertise

Food Education, Healthy Eats, Gluten-free Baking

Amber is a former teacher with a passion for food education and nourishing recipes.
She is a devoted wife and mother who spends most of her day whipping up nutritious gluten-free meals for the ones she loves most.
Scouring reviews and ranking food fare is one of Amber's favorite hobbies, making her partnership with Mashed the perfect fit!

Experience

For the past few years, Amber has made major ongoing writing contributions to multiple food & beverage websites, including Mashed, Cooks Dream, Barnabas Gold, Sound Brewery, and more. She hopes to utilize her knowledge of the food and grocery industry to deliver relevant, fun, and informative content for all to enjoy.

Education

Amber received her bachelor's degree from the Ohio State University. She later went on to earn her master's degree from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. Amber utilizes these achievements to construct informative and educational content for Mashed as it relates to the food and beverage industry.

The Takeout Editorial Policies

The Takeout’s industry-leading editorial coverage is the result of collaboration between writers and editors with a wide array of experience and expertise in the world of food and drink. Every article is fact-checked by our team of editors to ensure accuracy. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information.

Our mission is to both inform and entertain our readers, telling them everything they want to know (and more) about food. We strive to always provide a well-rounded reading experience, bringing both the biggest food news of the day and a break from the news. Additional information on our editorial process available here.

Stories By Amber Winston

Grocery

Grocery By Amber Winston

The Unhealthiest Salad Dressings On Grocery Store Shelves

These are the unhealthiest bottled salad dressings you can buy at the grocery store, according to ingredients and additives on their labels.
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Fast Food

Fast Food By Amber Winston

16 Saltiest Sandwiches You'll Find At Fast Food Chains

From popular burger chains to major sandwich shops, we've uncovered shocking truths about the sodium content in some of your favorite fast food sandwiches.
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Grocery

Grocery By Amber Winston

Canned Beans You Should Always Have In Your Pantry

Canned beans are a great staple to keep in your pantry, and these are a bunch of varieties you could benefit from having in your pantry at all times.
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Grocery

Grocery By Amber Winston

Underrated Canned Soups You Need To Try

With so many types and brands of canned soups out there, it can be hard to find the best ones. These are some underrated canned soups you need to try.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

The Highest-Rated Barbecue Sauces You've Probably Never Heard Of

There are many barbecue sauces made by familiar brands, but this collection of the highest-rated BBQ condiments likely offers options you've never heard about.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

Ingredients You Should Be Adding To Your Egg Salad

Egg salad can be a bit boring, so here are some exciting ingredients you can add to it to spice it up and make it more interesting for your taste buds.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

15 Easy Ways To Season Bland Rice And Take It To The Next Level

Bland rice is the last thing anyone wants to eat. There are some pretty simple and effective ways to season up that bland rice and take it to the next level.
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Grocery

Grocery By Amber Winston

Grocery Store Brand Microwave Rice Ranked From Worst To Best, According To Customer Reviews

Microwave rice can be simple and convenient. There are lots of brands to choose from -- so we've put together this ranking based primarily on customer reviews.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

5 Ingredients You Should Avoid Adding To Macaroni And Cheese And 8 To Try Instead

Looking to amp up your next batch of macaroni and cheese? We've got you covered. These are the ingredients you should and shouldn't try in your mac and cheese.
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Grocery

Grocery By Amber Winston

Mistakes Everyone Makes When Buying Produce At The Grocery Store

Buying produce at the grocery store may seem very straightforward, however there are some top tips you should know when doing it to avoid spending too much.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

Unexpected Ways To Use Canned Crescent Rolls

These are some clever ideas for how to use that can of crescent rolls sitting in the back of your fridge. Perfect for snacks, desserts, or even breakfast.
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Grocery

Grocery By Amber Winston

The Best Grocery Store Chains For Budget Shoppers

If you're shopping on a budget, it can be hard to know which grocery stores offer the cheapest options. These are the best ones to go to for budget shoppers.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

12 Canned Ingredients That Will Upgrade Your Boxed Cake Mix

Boxed cake mix doesn't have to be boring. It can be a blank canvas that you can transform with the addition of a few simple canned ingredients.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

Mistakes Beginners Make When Baking With Yeast, According To Baking Experts

There can definitely be some learning curves when it comes to using yeast in baking, so we consulted some experts to learn mistakes we should avoid.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

13 Ways To Upgrade Your Canned Corn

Canned corn is a year-round staple, but don't just eat it plain from the can. Here are creative ways to upgrade your next can of corn, from cheese to spices.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

Upgrades That Will Transform Your Plain Spaghetti Sauce

Plain spaghetti sauce is great, but it's super simple to make it even better-tasting. These are some easy upgrades you can use to transform your sauce.
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Cook

Cook By Amber Winston

What Are The Best Substitutes For Tomato Paste?

Tomato paste adds flavor and even thickens sauces, but if you don't want to open a can once and leave it in your fridge, try one of these substitutes.
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