Beef isn’t cheap, but there are ways to make tough, less expensive cuts taste like a million bucks. One of the easiest ways to do that is by cooking it in your crock pot, where the meat braises low and…
Tacos are a reliably cheap meal option. While many Mexican restaurants have pre-selected combo plates or platters that can be spendy, most also offer an a la carte option for tacos. Whether they’re from a food truck or a local…
Ordering a regular milkshake with your fast food meal feels harmless enough — until you realize it might be the most over-the-top thing in the bag. PlushCare analyzed vanilla shakes from 14 major fast food chains, breaking each one down…
Mexican food is one of the most popular cuisines in the United States. It’s easy to understand why, with its fresh and bold flavors, spectrum of simple to wildly complex preparations, and, not least of all, refreshingly low price point. …
Brunch is more than just breakfast and lunch combined — it’s a state of mind. Whether you prefer relaxing with friends over bottomless mimosas or going high-end with the family for a special occasion, there’s a brunch place for everyone.…
Sometimes, there’s a reason that certain supermarket items are more expensive than others — maybe they’re organic or Fair Trade, or maybe they’re seasonal and hard to come by — but certain grocery stores have gained a reputation for being…
Electric pressure cookers and milti-function cooking appliances have surged in popularity over the last decade. Many households use them, but people sometimes forget that pressure cookers can be dangerous. Case…
Meals from your favorite fast-food chains are usually best enjoyed in your car, but sometimes you need to bring that comfort food magic home. Thankfully, you can now find plenty…
You might not want to know how the sausage — or the fry — is made. But somebody’s gotta spill the greasy beans. McDonald’s French fries have been the gold…
The casseroles of your childhood might have involved such ingredients as potato chips, tater tots, and a mountain of cheese. There’s nothing wrong with that, but if you want to…
If you’re throwing a party, guacamole should always be on your dip list. It’s a crowd pleaser that’s just as good with tortilla chips as it is with those last…
Fast-food employees have seen it all when it comes to quirky customers and head-scratching orders. Unusual requests aren’t new, but the proliferation of online ordering systems has made them more…
This Mother’s Day, Colonel Sanders is skipping the flowers and bringing a crispier offer to the table. After a five-year hiatus, the fan-favorite Chicken and Waffles combo is returning to…
America’s love for the deep fryer knows no bounds. This is the country that has fried everything from Coke to Oreos to butter. Every state has its signature fried dish…
Breakfast is wonderful at all times of the day, but at Denny’s, it especially doesn’t matter what time it is. The immensely popular diner chain operates 24/7, meaning that if…
We all love the value we get from shopping at warehouse clubs, but those endless checkout and exit lines are a real pain. Sam’s Club is hoping to eliminate those…
Tell someone you want a sub sandwich, and it’s generally accepted that you want a sandwich served on a long roll or baguette. Say you want a po’ boy, hoagie,…
Grocery stores these days try to attract customers to the produce section with choices beyond ordinary apples and oranges. Specialty stores, such as Asian grocers, are even better sources for…