The Story Behind Cracker Barrel's Name
Cracker Barrel's name has a forgotten origin. Let's explore the folksy story behind it and how the restaurant captures the spirit of yesteryear.
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Jack-O-Lanterns Didn't Start Out As Pumpkins
The tradition of carving Jack-O-Lanterns for Halloween is rooted in Celtic folklore, although the original Jack-O-Lanterns weren't made with pumpkins.
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The Unexpected Kitchen Tool You Need To Break Up Ground Beef
Breaking up ground beef has never been easier if you use this kitchen tool you likely already own. Here's how to put it to work in an unconventional way.
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Can You Really Add Parmesan Crust To Any Meat At Longhorn Steakhouse?
A strip or cutlet right off the grill is incredible, but downright revelatory with some melty parmesan oozing over it. But can you get it at Longhorn?
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A Milk Frother Can Transform Your Glass Of Wine
Forgot to decant your glass of red? Don't worry, with this simple milk frother tool you can actually decant your glass of red wine in no time, literally.
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Blenders Are Annoyingly Loud, But This Trick Helps Quiet The Sound
If your blender is so loud that you can't even hear yourself think, there's actually a pretty simple trick you can try to quiet the noise and blend in peace.
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Allergic To Nuts? Try This Ingredient Swap For A Nut-Free Pesto
If you're allergic to nuts, you know that avoiding pesto can be a full-time job. Instead of doing that, try making it yourself with this pine nut alternative.
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Why Does Restaurant Butter Taste So Much Better Than Store-Bought?
Restaurant butter tastes better because of how it's served. The good news is, it's easy to replicate restaurant-style butter in your home kitchen.
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The Aldi Money-Saving Trick That Employees Really Can't Stand
From coupons to marked down meat, we all have our favorite grocery store hacks. See why one particular one folks have used at Aldi rub many the wrong way.
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Here's The Type Of Cinnamon That's Probably In Your Pantry
Not all cinnamon is the same. It turns out that cassia cinnamon is more commonly found in spice cabinets than the more expensive Ceylon cinnamon.
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Here's The Company Behind The Majority Of The World's Fortune Cookies
See which company has produced the bulk of the world's fortune cookies for five decades. And despite the name, they aren't supposed to foretell anything.
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Broth Is Your Friend When Reheating Rotisserie Chicken
The next time you find yourself in the kitchen needing to reheat rotisserie chicken, reach for some broth; it can be an absolute game changer.
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Pickling Is The Tasty Way To Upgrade Your Hard Boiled Egg
Hard boiled eggs are a fantastic snack or meal -- but did you know that they're easily pickled and that pickling provides an extra boost of flavor?
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The Highest And Lowest Quality Grocery Chain Vanilla Ice Cream
Grocery store-brand vanilla ice cream can be found from many major grocers, so we decided to put them to the test to see which brands are the highest quality.
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How Many Pizzas Do You Need For 20 People?
Whether you're ordering them in or having guests pitch in to make some, see how many (and what size) pizzas you need to feed a group of 20 people.
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The Reason Trader Joe's Parking Lots Are So Small
Trader Joe's does things different, and much of its success is owed to the ways it zigs while others zag. But even fans will gripe about the parking lots.
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Yes, You Can Use Canned Peaches In Peach Cobbler
Peach cobbler is a delicious and comforting dessert to bake, but there is a simple way to make baking it easier. You just use canned peaches.
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Shaken Cocktail Vs Stirred: We Tried Both To Find Out If There Really Is A Difference
Does it matter what technique you use to mix cocktails? We decided to test if shaking or stirring a drink affects how the cocktail eventually tastes.
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The Unexpected Addition That Makes For Even Sweeter Watermelon
This is a simple way to boost the flavor of your glistening watermelon slices. Just a dash or two will do you, and it will transform the experience.
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The Special Packet Of Flavor You Need For Amped Up Mashed Potatoes
One way to amp up mashed potatoes is with a touch of ranch seasoning, whether it's ranch dressing from a bottle or a ranch seasoning packet.
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The Delicious Ice Cream Dessert That Queen Elizabeth II Loved
See which luxurious-looking but surprisingly simple to make dessert Queen Elizabeth II regularly requested for private and public occasions.
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The States Where You Can Buy Alcohol At Costco Without A Membership
Costco requires a membership for almost all of its products and services, but you can actually buy alcohol without it in these select states.
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Please Stop Trying To Make GBBO Spinoff Shows
The "Great British Bake Off" was a breath of fresh air when it arrived on the scene in 2010 on BBC2. Since then, every country wants its own version.
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Is John D. Rockefeller Connected To The Invention Of Oysters Rockefeller?
Oysters Rockefeller certainly have a recognizable name, but was the title of this dish meant to refer to the legendary rich man, John D. Rockefeller?
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Give Your Tomato Toast A Savory Boost With A Sprinkle Of MSG
You might think of MSG as a no-go ingredient, but this maligned seasoning can actually bring your tomato toast, and plenty of other dishes, to life.
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The Only 2 States In The Country That Like Lutefisk
Lutefisk has a long cultural history in Scandinavia, and that tradition was passed down for generations, bolstering its popularity in these American states.
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Mayonnaise Mistakes You Need To Avoid Making
Mayo is a staple and simple condiment in American cooking, but there are pretty critical mayonnaise mistakes you can actually make. Here's how to avoid them.
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