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The Foodie Fix

Cookie dough is a beloved treat that brings joy to both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re baking cookies for a special occasion or simply indulging in a sweet snack, cookie dough is a versatile and delicious base that can be customized with your favorite mix-ins.

Customizable Cookie Dough: The Perfect Base for Delicious Cookies

Every person needs sleep to function, but getting good sleep isn't always easy. Between constantly staring at our phones and computers and the stressors we deal with at work and at home, reaching the doctor-recommended 7 hours of nightly sleep can feel like an impossible task. Even simply putting yourself to bed can be difficult; many adults need several hours in bed to decompress before drifting off into the land of nod.

The 12 Worst Foods To Eat Before Bed

Deseret News

McDonald's new Kit Kat Banana Split McFlurry is now on the menu. Should you go try it? Here's what we think.

We tried McDonald’s new Kit Kat Banana Split McFlurry. Here’s what we thought

Ridley's Wreckage

I know, I know. You don't believe me that the beloved peanut butter cookies we're all used to with the fork impressions and sugar on top can be made with only three ingredients. THREE INGREDIENTS!

These 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies Will Blow Your Mind With Taste And Nostalgia

Costco is one of the only stores where you can casually buy a couch and a year's worth of toilet paper, then sit down for a full-course meal before heading home. It's no secret that the supreme superstore sells nearly everything under the sun, but its most iconic item is found at the food court. Sold with a 20-ounce soda for only $1.50, Costco's hot dog has as much of a cult-like following as the company itself, inspiring T-shirts to viral food challenges. Its cultural significance isn't so surprising considering the inflation-proof price hasn't changed since 1984 and that Costco sells more hot dogs than Major League Baseball. But even diehard fans of the all-beef frank might not know that it hasn't always been the only hot dog sold at the store's food court.

Why Costco Gave Up On Its Other Food Court Hot Dog

Twinkies are a bona fide national treasure and have been making our mouths water since they first sprung onto the scene in all their cakey, cream-filled glory back in 1930. Even superheroes are fans (flick through an old "Batman" comic, and you might see one hidden amongst the pages). The idea for these iconic snack cakes was cooked up by James A. Dewar, the manager of Continental's Hostess Bakery in Chicago, and originally contained a banana-flavored center. This was changed to the vanilla filling we know today during World War II when, like many other foods, the fruit was in short supply.

Grilled Twinkies Are The Easy, Unique Dessert Your Cookout Needs

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Colorado State

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

We're all chasing savings these days at the grocery store. With prices sky-high no matter where you live or what your go-to retailer is, even those who didn't use to bat an eye at prices are looking for ways to cut corners and pinch pennies. Though a far cry from a retailer like Aldi or Costco, where consumers shop specifically to save money, Whole Foods can actually be surprisingly affordable despite its reputation as a bougie, gourmet retailer with the price tags to match. With a little careful planning and know-how — and smart timing of your shopping trips — a Whole Foods haul can indeed be more affordable than you might think.

The Best Day Of The Week To Shop At Whole Foods To Save Money

When the sun is blazing, it’s only natural for that cool ice cream craving to strike. Picking up ice cream during a heatwave is a no-brainer, but what's harder is selecting which ice cream to stock your freezer with. Do you want a pint or quart? What brand? And, most importantly, which flavor?

Turkey Hill Has 7 New Ice Cream Flavors Coming to Shelves Soon

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Thecookinchicks

These Banana Pudding Cheesecake Squares are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth! With a perfect combination of creamy cheesecake and classic banana pudding, these banana cream squares are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Creamy Banana Pudding Cheesecake Bars

Dairy Queen is one of the original pioneers of soft serve. Its co-founder, J.F. McCullough, is credited by some as having invented the first soft serve machine in 1938 (other accounts attribute the invention to Tom Carvel of rival brand Carvel). The fact that the first Dairy Queen location opened along historic Route 66 only served to cement soft serve as the quintessential fast food dessert. Each swirly cone from Dairy Queen is a piece of dessert history, but it isn't technically ice cream.

Dairy Queen Doesn't Sell Real Ice Cream. So What Is It?

M Henderson

Here's another recipe for fudge that's very easy to make. You can double it, or quadruple it, for more servings. 4 tablespoons cocoa or cacao powder (I like 2 tablespoons of each)

3-Ingredient Fudge

This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy. This easy recipe for No Bake Peanut Butter Bars has just 5 ingredients. It’s a great dessert to make when you don’t want to turn on the oven!. No Bake Peanut Butter Bars. This is a no bake...

No Bake Peanut Butter Bars

Ground beef is an essential ingredient in many kitchens because of its versatility in dishes like meatballs, burgers, and casseroles. But there are mistakes in storage, preparation, and seasoning that can turn this handy item into a bland brick. Some of the biggest mistakes that cooks make when it comes to ground beef happen before they even start cooking it. Finding the right blend, cut, and poundage is crucial for some dishes to maximize flavor and achieve the right texture. Other mistakes occur during the cooking process, including some techniques that can cause problems in your home as well as on your plate. The worst mistakes can even make you sick if your ground beef isn't handled safely.

Mistakes Everyone Makes With Ground Beef

Florida State

Fort Myers, FL

Akeena

It’s a tough day for fitness enthusiasts in Florida as a well-known gym chain is pulling out of the state. The New York Sports Club, previously known as Around the Clock Fitness, has announced the closure of three locations across Florida, affecting both the local fitness community and the employees.

Florida Fitness Chain Shuts Down: Gyms Closing, Staff Laid Off

Muscle And Fitness

When it comes to frosty treats, ice cream reigns supreme and remains one of America’s favorite desserts, whether as a cool ending to a sultry summer day or the perfect topping for a slice of apple pie. And with unrelenting heat waves being the summer norm, certainly a bowl of ice cream is more appetizing than chocolate cake. But like most sweets, it can be downright indulgent, with high amounts of saturated fat and added sugar that means an extra scoop or two can derail your healthy eating goals.

9 Of The Healthiest Ice Creams that Actually Taste Good

Right after I graduated from college, I became obsessed with “healthier” dessert recipes. This meant I was often shoving avocado, beans, aquafaba, and tofu where they didn’t belong—brownies, lemon meringue pie, cakes, and cookies of all kinds. But there are a few recipes from that era...

The 2-Ingredient Chocolate Pudding I Can’t Stop Making

Of all Trader Joe's best products of 2024, one underrated yet highly useful item went unmentioned — a frozen water bottle. One might wonder how such a simple and common commodity could be worthy of a special shout-out. However, as essential as water is to the human body, this stuff isn't meant for drinking (at least not for a while). Instead, rather ingeniously, Trader Joe's frozen water bottles can be placed in the same bag as your perishable groceries to keep them nice and cold as you make your way home.

Trader Joe's 19-Cent Hack To Keep Groceries Cold On The Trip Home

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

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What Makes Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Edible?

We can all remember making cookies as kids and licking the beaters, right? E. coli be damned; childhood memories were being made. Whether it was lemon...

What Makes Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Edible?

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