Generic Vs. Brand Name Canned Food: Is There Really Even A Difference?
Connoisseurs of canned cuisine have long wondered whether there was actually any difference between name brand canned goods and their store brand counterparts.
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Spam Myths We Really Need To Stop Believing
There's more to Spam than you might think. These are some common Spam myths we all really need to stop believing, because they are just not true.
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Here's How To Know If Your Miso Soup Is Gluten-Free
Miso soup seems like it would be totally gluten-free but is it really? Here's everything you need to know about the gluten content of miso paste.
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How Green Goddess Salad Dressing Got Its Elegant Name
The fascinating history of how the Green Goddess salad dressing was named actually had nothing to do with the ingredients or the color.
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The Best Way To Store Homemade Beef Jerky For Maximum Freshness
Although considered shelf-stable and not overly sensitive to room-temperature, long-term freshness of homemade beef jerky still requires proper storage.
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What You Need To Look For When Buying Olive Oil In Bulk
No matter what kind, olive oil lasts longer the less it is exposed to light and oxygen, and this particular packaging is the best when buying in bulk.
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Why Do So Many Europeans Hate Hershey's Chocolate?
Hershey's is one of the most recognizable chocolate brands in the United States -- but many Europeans are not such big fans. Why is that the case?
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Give Boring Tomatoes A Flavor Boost With A Truly Secret Ingredient
A simple sprinkle of this item will boost flavor and balance acidity, making out-of-season tomatoes taste like they've been freshly picked off the vine.
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Purple Vs Regular Brussels Sprouts: Do They Taste Any Different?
Are purple Brussels just a con to get you to buy more veg? Leveraging the trend, here's why purple Brussels give green Brussels a run for their money.
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How A Substitute For An Extinct Herb Became A Crucial Spice In Indian Cooking
Is your blood type chicken tikka masala? We love Indian cooking thanks in part to this ancient spice that made money moves and then vanished forever.
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Peppermint Vs Spearmint: What's The Actual Difference?
You love mint, but you know something's up with peppermint and spearmint. Here's where the two mints go their separate ways and why they're so delicious.
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You Can Totally Eat Sweetened Condensed Milk Straight Out Of The Can
Eating sweetened condensed milk straight from the can - a delicious indulgence or just plain disgusting? We settle that debate once and for all.
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The Bizarre Process That Turns Maraschino Cherries Neon Red
Maraschino cherries don't really look like they came straight off of a tree, so how exactly do regular cherries become that brilliant shade of fluorescent red?
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Is It True That Chewing Celery Burns Calories?
A popular nutrition trend claims that chewing on celery will burn calories, not gain them. But is it true? We have the full celery story here.
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The Classic Canned Food That Ina Garten Refuses To Buy
Sometimes Ina Garten insists that store-bought is fine but not with this product. Here's the canned good that she absolutely refuses to buy.
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Why Does Sweet Corn Taste Sweeter Than Field Corn?
If you've ever tried sweet corn and field corn side by side, you've undoubtedly noticed the difference in taste. But why is sweet corn so much sweeter?
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Everything Milk Has To Go Through Before Hitting Shelves
Grabbing a carton of milk to pour into your breakfast cereal is probably something you do without a second thought, but there's a whole lot more to it.
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Is Frozen Prime Rib Really Just As Good As Fresh?
Frozen food gets a bad rap sometimes, yet the word on the street is frozen prime rib is just as good as the fresh kind. Is that actually true?
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When Buying A Quality Salad Dressing, Look For More Than One Flavor Profile
Salad dressing is the finishing touch that brings everything together on your leafy lunch or side. Here's how to pick a quality store-bought salad dressing.
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Make Cleaning The Microwave Easy With This Clever Lemon Hack
The baked-on messes and splatters of grease in your microwave can seem impossible to clean. Thankfully, there's a clever lemon hack to make it easier.
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Wondering What To Pair With Crab Dip? We've Got You Covered
Crab dip is a total crowd-pleaser, as long as you're pairing it with the right ingredients. Here's what you should have on hand when you're serving crab dip.
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What's The Difference Between Black And Green Olives?
Black and green olives don't look or taste the same, but they do have similar origins. Here's what to know about what makes each type stand out.
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5 Ways To Ripen An Avocado Faster
It can be difficult to know for certain whether or not an avocado is ripe enough to use when you purchase it. Luckily, there are ways to make it ripen faster.
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Why There's So Much Sodium In Processed Foods
While not all processed foods contain additives, many do, and this typically includes sodium. But why is there so much sodium in processed foods?
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Is There Really A Difference In Taste Between Duck And Chicken Eggs?
Chicken eggs may be the usual go-to when eggs are needed, but duck eggs might be an excellent alternative. But do duck and chicken eggs have different tastes?
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Why Is Vegan Cheese Often So Sticky And Gooey
Vegan cheese has come a long way, but that doesn't mean the plant-based alternatives can match the silky texture of dairy cheese. Why is vegan cheese like that?
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No Eggs? Here's How To Make A Replacement With Just 2 Ingredients
When you're low on eggs (or the price is just too darn high), this simple trick makes an excellent substitute for the real thing in just a few minutes.
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