When Your Baked Potato Hits This Temperature, It's Done
Baked potatoes take a while to cook, and the time varies by the size of the spud. For best results, check that the internal temperature hits this mark.
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Stories By Laura Christine Allan
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Andy Warhol Loved This Canned Staple So Much, He Ate It Every Day For 20 Years
The famed artist Andy Warhol was known for repetitive images in his art work. It turns out, he also didn't mind having repetitive meals for lunch.
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St. Louis Bagels Are Cut Like Loaves Of Bread — Here's Why You Should Do The Same
St. Louis bagels are sliced like bread at one bakery, not halved — a surprising twist on a classic that changes how you serve and enjoy every bite.
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This Messy Ground Beef Dish Is 10x Better With A Splash Of Coke
Don't just drink a Coca-Cola with your lunch or dinner. Instead, add this sweet and flavorful soda directly to this classic ground beef dish.
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The Cold Creamy Dessert That Deserves A Dollop Of Lemon Curd
When you're craving tart and rich lemon curd, look beyond scones and tarts. Instead, add lemon curd to this creamy, cold, and classic dessert.
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How A Quarter Can Tell You If Frozen Food Is Safe To Eat (Seriously)
If you're planning on leaving your home for any extended amount of time, you can use this simple trick to make sure your food is safe upon your return.
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The Party Cup Hack You've Been Needing Starts At Starbucks
The next time you go to Starbucks, pick up more than just your usual coffee or tea order. It will come in handy the next time you're hosting a party.
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Turn Crescent Rolls Into A Sweet Treat With Just One Extra Ingredient
Do you love crescent rolls but need other ways to enjoy them besides turning them into savory bites? All you need is one extra ingredient to make them sweet.
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The Rock And Roll Origins Of One Of Ben & Jerry's Most Popular Ice Cream Flavors
Ben & Jerry's has been making ice cream for decades, but it wasn't the one who came up with the idea for one of its most iconic, rock and roll flavors.
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The Unexpected Fast Food Chain With The Cheapest Breakfast Sandwich
This restaurant may not be the first fast food chain you think of when you're craving an affordable breakfast sandwich, but here's why it should be.
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Stop Ruining Leftover Pasta In The Microwave — Reheat It Like A Pro Instead
Stop ruining leftover pasta in the microwave with this common mistake. Learn pro tips to reheat it perfectly, keeping it saucy, tender, and delicious.
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Save Money On LongHorn Steakhouse Takeout With This Steak Ordering Trick
LongHorn Steakhouse has been getting expensive, which has some customers looking for ways to reduce the bill. This ordering trick is a sneaky menu hack.
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Nosh Or Nah: Drink-Flavored Candy, Candy-Flavored Drinks
In the inaugural edition of our Nosh or Nah column, our staff takes a look at some strange snacks and drinks available now in a supermarket near you.
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The Simple Costco Shopping Mistake That's Costing You Big Time
Costco membership gives you access to wholesale products, but there are simple mistakes you can quickly fall into which end up costing you big.
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Why You Won't Find A Meatball Sub On Jersey Mike's Menu Anymore, According To Reddit
Jersey Mike's menu lacks a staple of sandwich shops — a meatball sub. Fans have been clamoring for its return for years, so why hasn't the chain obliged them?
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Is It Rude To Ask For Someone's Cart At Aldi? Here's What Shoppers Say
Aldi has a pretty unique way of handling its shopping carts which makes it more common for people to ask for yours when you're done, but is that rude?
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How To Order Extra Crispy McNuggets At McDonald's — And Why You Might Not Want To
There's a trend going viral on social media which has people ordering Chicken McNuggets extra crispy at McDonald's. Here's how to do it, and why you shouldn't.
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The Affordable Chain Where You May Find Your Favorite Discontinued Snacks
This affordable chain may be your best bet for finding discontinued snacks, offering a rotating selection of hard-to-find favorites at low prices.
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Coat Hard-Boiled Eggs In This Toasty Spice For A Whole New Level Of Flavor
Look beyond the salt and pepper when seasoning up hard-boiled eggs. This toasty, savory, aromatic spice blend adds great flavor and texture.
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When I Want Real American-Made Champagne, I Visit This Winery 2 Hours From San Francisco
As most of you know, champagne can really only be made in France, but there's an exception for this winery which sits just two hours from San Francisco.
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The Key To Filling Deviled Eggs Effortlessly Is In Your Pantry Right Now
Deviled eggs aren't difficult to put together, but the way you add the filling matters. Unless you're okay with the dish looking sloppy, reach for this tool.
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Forget Chile Flakes — This Italian Alternative Belongs On Your Pizza
If you like a little heat with your pizza, don't reach for that run-of-the-mill shaker of red pepper flakes. Use this Italian chile pepper instead.
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How Long A Cooked Steak Will Stay Safe To Eat (And How To Store It)
Yes, that restaurant steak was delicious, and you're looking forward to enjoying the leftovers later. But how many days do you have before it's unsafe to eat?
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The Must-Have Food Gordon Ramsay Always Grabs In Miami
Gordon Ramsay enjoys all kinds of food, but whenever he's in Miami he makes a point to grab a bit of this must-have food. Honestly, we're fully on board.
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This Tennessee BBQ Joint Elvis Loved To Overtip At Is Still Open Today
Elvis Presley knew how to make friends, but the front of house staff at this Tennessee BBQ spot absolutely loved him. It's been open for over a century.
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Pizza Hut Pan Pizza Vs Hand Tossed: Reddit Has A Clear Favorite
The debate about whether Pizza Hut's pan or hand tossed crust is tastier continues raging on, but Reddit users have made it abundantly clear which they prefer.
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Trader Joe's $6 Freezer Find Makes Pasta Night A Breeze
This Trader Joe’s $6 freezer find makes pasta night easy by offering a convenient shortcut that helps you get a satisfying dinner on the table in minutes.
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