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11 Ways To Cook Hot Dogs That Go Beyond Plain Grilling

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Tue, 12 May 2026 21:11:00 +0000

Hot dogs are a cookout fave, but who says you have to grill them every time? These are some of the best ways to prep them that go beyond this common method.

Plant These 10 Companions Next To Your Peppers To Help Them Grow Bigger Than Ever

staff@foodie.com (Scheenagh Harrington) — Tue, 12 May 2026 18:11:00 +0000

Peppers are a versatile and colorful vegetable to grow in your garden this season, keep them healthy and growing well with these companion plants.

Shoppers Say These Are The 5 Best Grocery Store Bakeries, Hands Down

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Tue, 12 May 2026 16:11:00 +0000

Grocery store bakeries can have a surprisingly good array of desserts, according to the happy customers writing online. Here are some of the best.

How To Get The Maximum Lifespan Out Of Your Refrigerator

staff@foodie.com (Scheenagh Harrington) — Tue, 12 May 2026 12:11:00 +0000

With the right placement and maintenance, you can help to extend the life of your refrigerator and make it work to its best advantage in your kitchen.

This McDonald's Commercial From The '80s Is Truly Creepy (How Did It Get Made?)

staff@foodie.com (Scheenagh Harrington) — Tue, 12 May 2026 10:11:00 +0000

McDonald's was really swinging for the fences with this '80s ad campaign, though some today consider it an eerie artifact of a bygone marketing era.

Plant These Veggies Next To Your Cucumbers For A Massive Harvest

staff@foodie.com (Scheenagh Harrington) — Mon, 11 May 2026 21:11:00 +0000

Growing cucumbers can get a whole lot easier with some smart companion planting. Here are the veggies and other produce that are best suited to help cukes.

What On Earth Is A 'Gorilla Style' Burger At In-N-Out?

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Mon, 11 May 2026 18:11:00 +0000

Fast food menu hacks have a huge following online. In-N-Out is already known for having a not-so-secret menu, but fans have gone over the top with this one.

7 Hydrating Foods To Add To Your Rotation This Summer

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Mon, 11 May 2026 16:11:00 +0000

As the temperatures heat up and the sun shines longer each day, it's important to stay hydrated. Luckily you can incorporate foods that help hydrate.

Customers Swear By The Pot Roast At This Regional Chain Restaurant

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Mon, 11 May 2026 12:11:00 +0000

Any diner worth its salt should be able to deliver on comfort food classics, like slow-cooked pot roast. According to reviews, this chain of diners nails it.

The Hottest New Costco Items We've Seen So Far In 2026

staff@foodie.com (Scheenagh Harrington) — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:11:00 +0000

Happy Costco shoppers have been singing the praises of quite a few items available at the warehouse giant. Here are some of the favorites of 2026 so far.

Take The Guesswork Out Of Cooking Rice With This Technique That Breaks All The Rules

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Sun, 10 May 2026 21:11:00 +0000

You may have thought there were only a couple of ways to make rice, either in a rice cooker, or the measuring and timing method on the stove top. Think again.

The Absolute Best Temperature For Grilling Ribs

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Sun, 10 May 2026 18:11:00 +0000

For the perfect balance of fall-off-the-bone texture and succulent flavor, grilling ribs may largely come down to achieving a just-right temperature.

Don't Throw Away Those Pruned Tomato Leaves And Suckers. Use Them For Pest Control Instead

staff@foodie.com (Scheenagh Harrington) — Sun, 10 May 2026 16:11:00 +0000

Pruning a tomato plant is necessary, but there's no need to toss those stems and leaves. They may be useful as part of your garden pest control strategy.

Forget The Stove: You Should Be 'Boiling' Your Eggs In This

staff@foodie.com (Scheenagh Harrington) — Sun, 10 May 2026 12:11:00 +0000

Making boiled eggs is simplified with this common kitchen tool. It's especially handy if you're preparing big batches, and it saves on prep time.

The Hottest New Publix Items That Have Come Out In 2026

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Sun, 10 May 2026 10:11:00 +0000

It's been a great year so far for delicious new and returning items at Publix. From desserts to chips, here's a round-up of items that got our attention.

The Retro Cooking Tool You Should Avoid Buying Secondhand

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Sat, 09 May 2026 21:11:00 +0000

Thrift stores can be a treasure trove of timeless kitchen items, from serving platters to glassware. This one kind of tool you should always skip over.

Deter Garden Pests The Natural Way By Planting These 8 Herbs

staff@foodie.com (Scheenagh Harrington) — Sat, 09 May 2026 18:11:00 +0000

Losing your beloved garden vegetables to pests is both annoying and wasteful, but there's no need if you know which herbs to plant and where.

The Best New Trader Joe's Items Of 2026 You Need To Grab While You Can

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Sat, 09 May 2026 16:11:00 +0000

Trader Joe's is continually releasing new products and bringing back old faves, making our list of the best new TJ's items of 2026 rich indeed.

Know When To Upgrade: Signs That Show Your Grill Is At The End Of Its Lifespan

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Sat, 09 May 2026 12:11:00 +0000

Does your grill need replacing, or will a cheaper repair do? Here's how to tell when this cookout stalwart has truly reached the end of its lifespan.

For A Bigger Basil Crop Than Ever, Use This Type Of Fertilizer And Thank Us Later

staff@foodie.com (Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen) — Sat, 09 May 2026 10:11:00 +0000

Basil is a beautiful aromatic summer herb, and having a bountiful crop opens the door to countless flavorful dishes. Use this fertilizer to get there.