When Was The Tuna Salad Sandwich Invented?
Once upon a time, tuna was not the most popular canned fish, and tuna salad was a figment of imagination. So what led to tuna salad's ascent as an OG sandwich?
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Stories By Erica Martinez
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The Jimmy John's Sandwich That Is A Total Miss
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The Iconic Chocolate Bars That Were Once Recalled In 55 Countries
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How Long Will Lobsterfest 2025 Last At Red Lobster?
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What Is The Point Of A Clarified Cocktail?
Clarification is about more than just looks. These crystal clear cocktails are every bit as stunning to your palate as they are to your eyes.
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For Cheaper Ben & Jerry's-Style Ice Cream, Aldi Has A Copycat
For nearly half the price, Aldi's offers flavors of ice cream that are similar to those of Ben & Jerry's most popular offerings.
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This Is The Seafood Joint Anthony Bourdain Called A 'Touchstone' Of His Worldwide Travels
Anthony Bourdain loved good food and he had the opportunity to eat a lot of it. This old school seafood joint was one he called a 'touchstone' of his travels.
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How Long Does Beef Tallow Last?
Beef tallow is perfect for frying or roasting and offers a subtle, meaty flavor. But how long does fresh tallow last and does it make up for the price tag?
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The Best Ways To Cook A Flat Iron Steak For Maximum Tenderness
Flat iron steak is a cut that many home cooks might skip because of uncertainty about how to properly cook it. But with a bit of expert advice, it is a winner.
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The Easy Trick You Need For Evenly Cut Cake Layers
Slicing even cake layers doesn't need to be complicated or require expensive tools. This simple trick makes perfect layers using items already in your kitchen.
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Set On The Side Of Idaho's Bald Mountain Is A Wintry Restaurant You Can Only Reach Via Gondola
The Roundhouse Restaurant in Sun Valley, Idaho offers spectacular views, cozy ambience, and food choices inspired by regional fare. There's just one catch.
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The One Step You Can't Skip Before Using A Culinary Torch
Using a culinary torch on your food feels pretty great and can enhance most any dish's flavor so long as you don't forget to follow this one simple rule.
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The Only Type Of Knife You Should Use To Cut A Sandwich
When it comes to cutting sandwiches, one type of knife stands head and shoulders above the rest. Fail to use this knife and you risk ruining your sandwich.
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The Only Microwave Butter Popcorn Brand That's Truly Movie Theater Worthy
When we say butter, we mean it. If you love movie theater popcorn, get poppin' with the only microwave popcorn brand that tastes like the real deal.
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Can You Freeze Lentil Soup For Later?
Freezing soup is not only a great way to save food but a fast dinner solution for busy meal times. However, not all soups freeze and thaw well - save one.
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How To Bake A Potato Right In Your Toaster Oven
Get big potato energy from a teeny appliance. Here's how you can use your toaster oven for baller baked potatoes, and what toppings to try out next.
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The Emily In Paris Star Who's A Major Taco Bell Fan
There aren't any Taco Bells in Paris, where the Netflix rom-com series "Emily in Paris" is being filmed, which has one star craving for late night tacos.
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Here's Why Your Fish And Chips Keep Coming Out Soggy
There's nothing better than crispy fish and chips, and nothing worse than soggy ones. Here's how to guarantee your fish and chips get that perfect crunch.
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The Flavor-Packed Dipping Sauce Your Chicken Wings Need Tossed In
Chicken wings boast a whole host of dressings, but this underrated dipping sauce can moonlight as the perfect chicken wing coating on the grill or in the oven.
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How Blue Cheese Actually Gets Its Signature Color
The colorful veins in your favorite Roquefort, Stilton, or Gorgonzola cheese do not happen by chance, it is a specific process that makes blue cheese blue.
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Why Flattening Peanut Butter Cookies With A Fork Is A Crucial Step
You may have thought that criss-cross pattern on the tops of peanut butter cookies was just for looks, but it actually serves a very important purpose.
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How To Make Sure Cut-Out Sugar Cookies Hold Their Shape
A perfect sugar cookie is a thing of beauty, but the cookies have a tendency to spread while cooking. There is, however, one way to prevent this from happening.
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Easily Pick Out A Dry Riesling At The Store With A Glance At The Label
Riesling wine can be either sweet or dry, which makes it versatile but intimidating for newcomers. Here's how you can tell if a Riesling is dry from the label.
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The Origins Of McDonald's Beloved Egg McMuffin And How It Changed Breakfast Sandwiches Forever
The Egg McMuffin, McDonald's entry into breakfast, may not have been the first fast food breakfast sandwich on the market, but it certainly changed the game.
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The Korean Ingredient You Should Be Adding To Tuna Salad
If you want to add a bold twist to tuna salad, try this Korean ingredient which brings a punch of umami, heat, and tangy depth to the dish.
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Why Most Restaurants Use Some Type Of Canned Food
When we're shopping at the grocery store, fresh food is often seen as superior to canned, but many restaurants make good use of canned food.
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