You’ve worked your way through the leftover ham, mashed potatoes, green beans and pie — but have you considered eating your Christmas tree? Between 25 million and 30 million real Christmas trees are sold in the US each year, according to the National Christmas Tree Association. Many homeowners drag their castoff evergreen to the curb in … Read more
End of an error? Most Americans have used a calorie-tracking app — or good, old-fashioned pen and paper — to log their dietary decisions and physical activity to see if they are burning more calories than they are consuming. It can be frustrating to see the scale stuck on the same old number despite this … Read more
The kids are alright. A majority of Gen Z home cooks are making spaghetti fit for an Italian family dinner, according to a new survey — while most baby boomers are hopelessly lost behind a pasta pot. Barilla commissioned the starchy study to better understand America’s relationship with the Sunday favorite — revealing a surprising generational divide … Read more
Black plastic cookware has become a staple in many kitchens — but it might be harmful. A new study found that some of the items contain high levels of cancer-causing, hormone-disrupting flame retardants, according to a press release. The peer-reviewed study by researchers at Toxic-Free Future and the Amsterdam Institute for Life and Environment at … Read more
They’re not McLovin’ it. McDonald’s fans are ribbing the restaurant chain after learning what a McRib is actually made of. Hint: It’s not a “rib.” McDonald’s fans have been shocked to learn that the sandwich doesn’t actually contain rib meat. McDonalds The sandwich features a seasoned slab of pork, for sure — but uses a … Read more
Married stars are just like us! Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos had their turkey with a side of mashed potatoes and tension this Thanksgiving. The daytime television pair dished all about their family’s holiday on Monday’s episode of “Live with Kelly and Mark,” with Ripa telling viewers that she and Consuelos had plenty of “arguments” after … Read more
Don’t be a turkey. Cooking fires can become three times more likely than the daily average on Thanksgiving Day, according to the National Fire Protection Association. “Cooking is the leading cause of home fires, home fire injuries,” said American Red Cross regional disaster officer Jonathan Seibert. Thanksgiving is the most common day for cooking-related fires, … Read more
A cold, mayo-slathered turkey sandwich? Toss it in the trash! A microwaved glob of days-old stuffing? You can do better! Give your Thanksgiving leftovers a glow-up instead. That’s the advice from cooking expert Dan Souza, chief content officer at America’s Test Kitchen, for the post-holiday period when your refrigerator bursts with containers of holiday has-beens. … Read more
Cheese please! As we prepare for Thanksgiving, our national day of gratitude and gluttony, plenty of people are cooking up menus packed with dairy goodness — but how do we whey the health scales in our favor? Some cheeses are better for you than others, and picking the right ones can mean getting a tasty … Read more
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Thanksgiving is this week, which means people all over the US are making their grocery lists and getting their kitchens ready for the holiday. Turkey is usually the star of the show on Thanksgiving Day, but Campbell’s State of the Sides Report brings some attention to the side dishes traditionally eaten on the fourth Thursday in November. According to … Read more
This recipe was a real turkey — even if it didn’t have any in it. A one-pan Thanksgiving recipe video is turning stomachs, with revolted critics panning it “one of the most disgusting things I’ve ever seen” and warning others to “NOT try this at home.” In the clip, which got over 7.5 million views … Read more
Not even Harold and Kumar would be brave enough to try this. Famed slider chain White Castle posted a stomach-churning DIY video demonstrating how to make Thanksgiving stuffing from their guilty-pleasure mini burgers. A viewer quickly called the detail-oriented viral Instagram clip “the perfect recipe for a family fight.” White Castle recently promoted a stuffing … Read more
It’s nacho average cookie. Foodies on TikTok are cutting cookies into bite-sized triangles, then topping them off with a wide range of fixings that visually replicate a plate of loaded nachos. The cookie “chips” are covered in whipped cream “sour cream,” chocolate chip “black beans,” maraschino cherry “tomatoes” and so on. Foodies on TikTok have … Read more
A cry for help? After a TikTok user complained that she weeps “a lot a lot” when chopping onions, an emergency medicine physician shared a tissue-free slicing strategy that he swears is a cut above the rest. “I’m gonna teach you how to never cry again cutting onions,” Dr. Joe Whittington declared on TikTok this month. Dicing an … Read more
If you ever get the opportunity to dine with the viral Pasta Queen Nadia Caterina Munno, don’t even think about ordering a cocktail with your meal. “Wine goes with dinner,” she proclaimed during a visit to Patsy’s Italian Restaurant in Midtown. “Cocktails are always for aperitivo beforehand, and then to sip if you go out … Read more
She wouldn’t trad places with anyone. A woman who quit her gig to become a traditional or “trad” wife says her husband pays her around $100 per week to cook and clean for him. She’s even hit back at feminists who’ve accused her of just wanting a sugar daddy, claiming that they’d be happier if … Read more
It’s time to start thinking about your Thanksgiving meal, and some grocery stores are hoping to make it easier — and more affordable. Several supermarkets have announced meal deals for the holiday, so you can make a delicious spread without hurting your wallet. There’s a wide range of savings on both individual ingredients and already-prepared … Read more
We won’t get foiled again. Americans think nothing of using aluminum foil to prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner — but there are some risks involved, according to food safety experts. While the commonly-used pan liner is generally safe for use at temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, anymore than that could cause problems, the pros … Read more
Here’s one way to lose a seat at the dinner table. A woman was stunned when her 30-year-old boyfriend of two years put together a PowerPoint presentation to critique her homemade dinner — and then another one to shame her for not finding it funny. But she got the last laugh. A woman was stunned … Read more