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Cooking With Maryann

Whenever I go out to eat where hush puppies are served, I can't help but order some. They are so addicting! Unfortunately, they're also usually pretty expensive for what they are. Last time I ordered them at a restaurant, they were $1 each. That was definitely a wakeup call for me since a whole batch can be made up for not much more than that! Here's what you'll need to make about 24 hush puppies:

Sweet Potato and Bacon Hush Puppies

Food Fusion Frenzy

Chicken spaghetti is a classic dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. Let's get cooking!. >>>Get the Recipe in Details: Chicken Spaghetti Recipe.

Flavorful Chicken Spaghetti: A Weeknight Favorite

The Foodie Fix

Ground Beef and Potatoes is a classic, hearty dish that brings together the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef with the comforting texture of tender potatoes. Get the Recipe Details: Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe.

Classic Ground Beef and Potatoes: Hearty and Flavorful

Parmesan-crusted potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that adds a crispy, cheesy twist to your meal. Get the Recipe Details: Parmesan Crusted Potatoes Recipe. Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Crispy Parmesan Potatoes: A Delicious Twist

The ultimate mess-free dinner recipe, these delicious grilled sausage, pepper, and potato packets are easy to make and fun to eat!. We have been eating dinner outdoors almost every night this summer and for good reason: it keeps the house cool! Not to mention, when you live in Michigan, you don’t take the warm, fresh air for granted and that has been the theme of our summer.

Grilled Sausage, Peppers, and Potatoes

Washington, DC

NewsNinja

A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been more than four decades since former child star William “Billie” Thomas Jr. died in Los Angeles of a heart attack at only 49 on October 10, 1980. Best known as "Buckwheat," the character he portrayed in the original Hal Roach-ignited Our Gang/Little Rascals classic film shorts from 1934 to 1944, Thomas faced similar challenges and misfortunes of several of his co-stars and other former child actors. This is his story.

Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas - 'Little Rascals'/'Our Gang' Child Star: 44 Years After His Tragic Death

Toothpaste is part of most everyone’s daily routine and the right kind is important for healthy teeth. For a product you spit out, there’s a lot to consider. The drugstore aisle is filled with an ever-growing variety of types and flavors in a tube, promising everything from cavity protection to whiter teeth.

What is the healthiest toothpaste? The No. 1 pick, according to dentists

New Jersey State

Brad Thor is back on TODAY with more book recommendations. During his Sept. 4 appearance on the 3rd Hour of TODAY, Thor shouted out a few new books coming out in the fall of 2024, including Sally Rooney's latest and a book-to-screen selection about the life of Rob Peace. Thor,...

5 books to read in September 2024, according to best-selling author Brad Thor

Watch the 2024 Paris Olympics on NBC and streaming on Peacock, July 26 - Aug 11. When a Chinese athlete at the 2024 Paralympics needed some help with his leg wrap, a runner from Iraq and one from the United States came over to assist in an incredible display of sportsmanship. TODAY’s Laura Jarrett shares the Morning Boost.

Fellow competitors help runner wrap leg in show of sportsmanship

Seafood is tasty and packed with nutrients. That's why it's often recommended as part of a healthy eating plan. A cornerstone of the widely revered Mediterranean diet, seafood has a number of benefits for the heart, brain, skin, immune system and more. Seafood is a broad category — from fish...

What is the healthiest seafood to eat? Experts share top picks

Watch the 2024 Paris Olympics on NBC and streaming on Peacock, July 26 - Aug 11. Team USA Paralympian Ezra Frech took home gold in the 100-meter dash and another gold in the high jump. He joins TODAY live from Paris to talk about the excitement he’s generating around the Games, support from his coach Roderick Townsend, and makes his prediction for the 2028 Paralympics in Los Angeles.

Ezra Frech talks winning back-to-back gold in Paris Paralympics

Kensington, NH

A 54-year-old father in New Hampshire is fighting for his life in the hospital after contracting three different mosquito-borne viruses: eastern equine encephalitis or "EEE," West Nile virus and St. Louis encephalitis. Joe Casey of Kensington, New Hampshire, has been hospitalized for several weeks with a severe illness affecting his...

Dad, 54, battling ‘terrifying’ symptoms after contracting 3 deadly mosquito viruses

Eve Hewson is on the rise. From film roles including “Robin Hood” (2018) and “Flora and Son” (2023), to ensemble projects like the Peabody Award-winning “Bad Sisters” (2022) and Apple TV’s newest miniseries, “The Perfect Couple,” the Irish actress is quickly becoming a household name.

‘The Perfect Couple’ star Eve Hewson has rhythm in her roots

As part of ours Hispanic Heritage Month coverage, TODAY.com is planning a feature spotlighting the voices and stories of our country’s abuelas and abuela figures. So often our matriarchs are the backbone of our families and communities, carrying and imparting the wisdom, traditions and love passed down from their own families. Their stories have shaped who we are as well as our relationship to our identities, and now we want to share their voices and legacies.

Abuelas share their defining life stories — and the advice that came out of them

Sweet potato casserole is a classic American dish that's perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any time you're craving a warm and comforting meal. >>>Get the Recipe in Details: Sweet Potato Casserole With Marshmallows.

Delicious Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Florida State

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Deltona, FL

Akeena

Aldi, the popular discount grocery chain, is facing significant pushback from shoppers as it moves forward with plans to convert several Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations into Aldi stores. The move follows Aldi’s acquisition of Southeastern Grocers, the parent company of these iconic southern grocery chains, earlier this year.

Aldi Faces Backlash as It Converts Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket Locations in Florida

This five-ingredient tart is rocking and will leave you looking for more! Caramel and chocolate: Is there a better combination? We think not We love this tart recipe so much that we make it even easier for you to make at home and tested it to work with only five ingredients. This is a great recipe to make with kids or if you are new to baking. The caramel is made from dates, nut butter and coconut oil, and tastes so good. This is one of the most popular cakes in our cafes. It is healthier than traditional tarts as it is higher in fiber.

5-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Caramel Tart

What makes this dish so special is its versatility. Whether you’re using a cast iron skillet to achieve that perfect sear or adding your twist with spices or fresh herbs, This Southern skillet potatoes and onions from Smokin’ & Grillin with AB on YouTube can be tailored to suit your taste. It’s the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug from your grandmother—a connection to the past that brings warmth and comfort to the present.

Southern Skillet Potatoes and Onions

The McFlurry is slipping into something a little more sustainable. McDonald’s announced its McFlurry is undergoing another big change after discontinuing its iconic spoons last October: It’s replacing its old cup and plastic lid with a four-flap cup and introducing a new size for its frozen treat. Starting...

First the spoon, now the cup: The McFlurry is getting another makeover

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Italian Sausage Burger with Quick Pickled Red Onions

Why should beef get all the fun? Italian sausage makes for a great patty base for a burger, and with a few quick condiments you can...

Italian Sausage Burger with Quick Pickled Red Onions

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