Upgrade Pickled Red Onions With This Expert-Approved Addition
You can keep pickled red onions in the fridge to elevate any meal. And you can amplify the color and flavor with one very specific flower - yes, flower!
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The Giant Pasta Variety That Makes Long Fusilli Dreams Come True
It's no surprise this extra-long pasta went viral on TikTok. This thick, twisted coil of noodle grips pasta sauce's every groove for a truly bold bite.
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How To Turn Frozen Grapes Into A Candy-Like Treat
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The Divisive Ice Cream You Can Taste In The Garlic Capital Of The World
An allium-devoted city in central California is home to an unusually-flavored dessert: garlic ice cream. Here's how you can try to create it yourself.
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What Separates Toffee From Caramel?
Toffee and caramel are very similar confections with a few notable differences, both in how they're made and how they're used. Here's a comparison of the two.
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How Many Shots Of Espresso Are In A Venti Drink At Starbucks?
If you're new to the Starbucks game, it's easy to see why you'd think all ventis have more espresso than talls or grandes. But that's not always how it works.
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Don't Be Fooled. Cream Of Coconut And Coconut Cream Are Not The Same
Coconut cream and cream of coconut might sound the same, but there's a significant difference between the two ingredients. Find out when to use which.
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What Makes Honeycrisp And Cosmic Crisp Apples Different?
Honeycrisp and Cosmic Crisp apples are two apple varieties that are both great to snack on and use in recipes. But how do you know which to choose at the store?
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The Slept-On Lettuce Variety That Will Shine In Your Next Salad
Lettuce varieties each provide a different texture, color, and flavor for whatever fresh greens are called for. You might want to consider this special type.
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The State That Drinks The Most Alcohol Is Also One Of The Smallest
While California drinks the most alcohol by volume in the country, this small state in New England leads the nation in consumption per capita.
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What Exactly Is A Bismark Donut?
A Bismark donut goes by many names, but it's actually a type of donut you've probably enjoyed countless times in your life without realizing it.
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The Fruity Addition That Instantly Upgrades Boxed Brownies
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When added on top of a margarita, the dry tannins of red wine contrast the sweet and sour elements of the cocktail.
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Why Subway Has Such A Distinct Smell
The main scent wafting out of Subway is indeed its bread. The chain actually bakes all of it in-store, but there is more to the Subway scent than fresh bread.
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Balance Overly Sweet Drinks With One Kitchen Staple
Finding yourself with a super sweet drink can be an unpleasant experience, but all is not lost, simply add this common kitchen item to even out the flavor.
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How To Freeze Leftover Wine To Amp Up Your Meals Later
You don't have to waste wine if you can't finish a bottle you already opened. Find out how you can freeze wine so you can use it for recipes later on.
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What Is Gum Really Made Of?
Gum has been chewed by humans for thousands of years, but its ingredients have changed over time. Find out what gum used to be made of and how it's made today.
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What Flavor Is Creme De Cassis?
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Are Boxed Cake Mixes Typically Vegan?
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Marc Murphy's Top Tip For Cooking French Food
Celebrity chef Marc Murphy's top tip for French cooking isn't about one specific type of food. Instead, it's all about a particular technique.
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Pickled Red Onions Are The Tangy Topping Your Nachos Deserve
Pickled red onions are a great garnish for nachos and other Mexican dishes. Not only do they add a tangy flavor to food, they are also easy to make at home.
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Anejo Vs Extra Anejo Tequila: What's The Distinction?
The different types of tequila all have to do with the aging process. Find out the differences between añejo and extra añejo and how these tequilas are served.
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Does Chipotle Still Sell Margaritas?
Chipotle included margaritas on its original menu when its first location opened in Denver back in 1993, and some Chipotles still sell margs to this day.
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The Largest Edible Fruit In North America Is One You've Probably Never Heard Of
The largest fruit native to North America is one you won't find in supermarkets, but you can find it growing wild if you live in the right place.
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