How To Make Fish Taste Less Fishy
Fish fillets left in the fridge too long might develop an overly "fishy" taste, but fortunately that issue can be easily reversed with one kitchen staple.
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Stories By Joe Hoeffner
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These Are The Superior Potatoes For A Creamy Potato Salad
The creamiest potato salad starts with the right kind of potatoes. We consulted two experts to find out the absolute best type to use.
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The Danger Of False Morel Mushrooms That You Can't Ignore
Not knowing the difference between a true and a false morel mushroom could be a fatal error in judgment but there is a way to tell them apart.
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Meryl Streep's Favorite Julia Child Recipe Is Perfect For Meal Prepping
Actress Meryl Streep once played Julia Child in a movie, and in an art becomes life moment, she shared how she follows one of the famous chef's recipes.
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The Upscale Oil Both Guy Fieri And Gordon Ramsay Think Is Overused
Celebrity chefs Gordon Ramsay and Guy Fieri are completely different in personalities and styles, but they share a disdain for the same ingredient.
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The Old-School Cake That Was Created To Encourage Voters
Women who couldn't vote used to bring this type of cake to the polling booths to encourage voting, and sometimes sway a vote or two.
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You Don't Need A Fancy Juicer To Make Your Own Apple Juice
You don’t need a juicer to make your own fresh apple juice. There’s a method that will work just as well, with no special kit required.
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Kevin Costner's Favorite Dessert Is All-American (And Store-Bought)
He may be Hollywood, but there nothing glamorous or even gourmet about actor Kevin Costner's favorite type of dessert and he doesn't even like it a la mode.
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When Did Offal Become Awful To Americans?
Although popular elsewhere in the world, most Americans find offal an unpleasant choice on its own, but have probably eaten it in other products unknowingly.
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The Pungent Sandwich Martha Stewart Ate As A Child Is A Retro Classic
It may be unnatural to question the opinion and tastes of Martha Stewart, but when it comes to her favorite sandwich, you might be hesitant to follow her lead.
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The Colonial Era Dessert That Was Served At George Washington's Family Celebrations
Like many presidents, George Washington had his favorite dessert, which took over five hours to make and the recipe was passed down for generations.
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Housed In An Old Firehouse, This Ohio Delicatessen Makes A New Menu Every Day
This James Beard-nominated deli in Cleveland changes its menu daily, depending on the high-quality ingredients it sources from the surrounding area.
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Our Least Favorite Strawberry Ice Cream Comes From A Popular Brand
We tried ten brands of strawberry ice cream and ranked them from worst to best, and this brand was at the bottom of the list for a specific reason.
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Why You May Want To Avoid Buying Heinz Worcestershire Sauce
Worcestershire sauce is great for marinating steaks, in a Bloody Mary, or as an umami booster, but you might want to try a brand other than Heinz.
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The One Step You Can't Miss When Making Hash Browns
The key difference between the crispy shredded hash browns that you get in a restaurant and the ones you make at home is a crucial step during preparation.
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What Was Actually Served At The Last Supper?
Thanks to famous paintings, we have a visual of what the Last Supper may have looked like, but thanks to archaeologists, we can guess what was really eaten.
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The Storied Pennsylvania Brewery That Went From Church Pews To Pouring Brews
This hip brewery in Pittsburgh restored the towering columns, elegant stained glass windows, and wooden pews of a historic church to bring people together.
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The Bustling City With The Most Michelin Starred Restaurants In The World
The city with the most Michelin starred restaurants may surprise you as it isn't Paris. But it's still a bustling and world renowned capital.
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The Only State In The U.S. Where You'll Find A UFO-Shaped McDonald's
McDonald's franchises are steadfast in their uniformed presentations in some ways, but this UFO themed location is in a world all its own.
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Does KFC Really Make Its Gravy From Fryer Scraps?
Since its founding, KFC has served flavorful gravy. Many customers believe that the chain uses fryer scraps to make its rich gravy, but is this really the case?
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The Grocery Store Salsa Verde You Should Leave On The Shelves
We tested as many grocery store salsa verdes as possible and unfortunately this popular brand ranked the bottom of the list due to its taste and texture.
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Why Corn Looks So Much Different Than It Used To
The corn we eat today and the corn we find at the local grocery store, looks radically different from the corn grown thousands of years ago.
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The Unique Cooking Method That'll Make Steak Black And Blue
We consulted an expert to find out what a black and blue steak is, how to cook it properly, and whether or not it can be done at home.
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Customers' Least Favorite Fast Food Taco Is Cheap For A Reason
Let's face it, sometimes, nothing's better than a very cheap late night fast food taco. But we often have to wonder, why exactly are they so cheap?
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How Aromatics Take Food From Fine To Five Star
If you don’t use aromatics when cooking, you’re missing out on a huge amount of flavor. Here’s how to use them to enhance all kinds of dishes.
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Will The Bourbon Barrel-Aged Fad Ever Flicker Out?
We asked an expert for his opinion on the fad of making products in a barrel that was used for aging bourbon to absorb its flavor.
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Why We Typically Avoid The First Items In A Buffet Line
When you're at a buffet, it's a good idea not to take the first items you come across but they're the ones the restaurant doesn't want you to avoid.
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