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There's no denying the convenience freezing food brings to our modern lives, but did you know this handy practice has surprisingly ancient origins?​

The Ancient Origins Of Frozen Food

Nothing beats homemade spaghetti sauce, but the convenience of a canned version sometimes does the job. We look at some of the best and worst canned sauces.

3 Best Canned Spaghetti Sauces And 5 To Avoid

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There are few things as annoying and dreadful as a fruit fly infestation. Whether you have them in your rental […]

How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies Overnight

Shortbread is the one store-bought cookie that makes you feel fancy even if you're just snarfing them down straight from the bag. The buttery richness and sandy crumb are a timeless mix that elevates these mass-produced bakes beyond the realm of the common cookie. Sure, you could fill your afternoon tea tray with Oreos and Teddy Grahams, and maybe your guests would find it amusing. But with store-bought shortbread, you can easily fool them into thinking you know a thing or two about being classy. No need to tell them they're eating Keebler cookies baked by tree elves; that can be your fun little secret.

7 Best And 4 Worst Store-Bought Shortbread Cookies To Buy

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Americans love a good orchard. The very first orchard was planted by Europeans in New England back in 1665. Unsurprisingly, it was an apple orchard—a common sighting across the US almost four hundred years later. Farther south, however, the focus has historically been on peach-picking. Georgia, for example, is...

5 of the US’s Longest-Running Peach Orchards

Do your homemade cakes suffer from sunken, unevenly distributed blueberries? We have a method that helps these fruits and other add-ins defy gravity!

What To Consider When Baking Blueberries Into Your Cake

Booze and ice cream make a delightful pairing, but you need to put a little effort into the process. We asked an expert for tips on how to combine the two.

Why You Shouldn't Pour Booze Directly Onto Ice Cream

If you decide to pan-sear a tomahawk steak, that should only be part of the cooking process. To finish the job properly, pop that meat in the oven, too.

Why Your Pan-Seared Tomahawk Steak Should Finish Cooking In The Oven

If you want to make the perfect piña colada this summer, hit the freezer section and pick up some frozen pineapple for the ideal thick texture.

Why Frozen Pineapple Is The Best Choice For A Thicker Piña Colada

Ice cream plays well with a plethora of toppings and mix-ins, but which flavor pairs the best with bourbon? To answer that question, Mashed asked an expert.

The Expert-Approved Ice Cream Flavor Bourbon Pairs With The Best

Fresh peaches are my official mark of summer. I have the most distinct memories of devouring those fuzzy flavor bombs on the beach when I was young, peach juice dripping down my little sun-kissed chin. And when peach season hits, there’s nothing I want more than a bag of peaches from my local farm stand.

The Only Way To Store Peaches, According to Peach Farmers

Rum is a great adults-only addition to homemade ice cream, but which flavor does this intriguingly boozy upgrade work best with? We consulted an expert.

You Should Be Adding Rum To These Flavors Of Homemade Ice Cream

You might not want to have your ice cream and drink it, too, even if you made it with booze. So Mashed asked an expert how much alcohol it should contain.

How Much Booze Is Too Much In Homemade Ice Cream?

Burger King debuted a new Fiery Menu for the summer, consisting of five items of increasing spice levels. Here's a rundown in addition to individual reviews.

Burger King Fiery Menu Review: A Home Run For Spicy Food Lovers

If you're out and about in warm weather with popsicles, they won't last long without a way to keep them frozen. Here's how to do that with a cooler.

How, Exactly, Do You Keep Popsicles Frozen In A Cooler?

Aldi's meat section usually has around 10 types of steak. You'll feel happiest if you select steaks that fit the taste, appetite, and prep time your family has.

Aldi Steaks Ranked From Worst To Best

You may have heard some false facts about mangos that simply aren't true. From mangos being unhealthy to how they are grown, discover the truth about mangos.

False Facts About Mangos You Thought Were True

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Vision Pet Care

For many cat enthusiasts, the melodious sound of a feline voice is music to the ears. While some cats are known for their quiet demeanor, others are famous for their chatty nature, often engaging in animated conversations with their human companions. Discover the most talkative cat breeds and see if your feline friend is among them.

Meet the Most Talkative Cat Breeds - Is Your Cat on the List?

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Boo! That's Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins Being Released Shockingly Early

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