Javaria Akbar

United Kingdom

Freelance writer. Words for Delish, The Strategist, Dazed, Vice, Munchies, Refinery29, Hyphen, BuzzFeed. Essays: The Best Most Awful Job [email protected]

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Use This McDonald's Breakfast Hack For A Saltier, Crispier Egg McMuffin - Tasting Table

2 days ago | tastingtable.com | Javaria Akbar

Use This McDonald's Breakfast Hack For A Saltier, Crispier Egg McMuffin The Image Party/Shutterstock A McDonald's Egg McMuffin comprises of a fried egg, melty American cheese, and lean Canadian bacon sandwiched between an English muffin. This sammie looks dainty but actually boasts 17g of protein, making it a filling breakfast for when you're on the go.
How Good Is The Dollar Tree's Steakhouse Seasoning?

3 days ago | tastingtable.com | Javaria Akbar

How Good Is The Dollar Tree's Steakhouse Seasoning? Frank Lee/Getty Images If you're wary of buying spices at discount stores, you might be wondering if Dollar Tree's steakhouse seasoning is any good. Priced at just $1.25 per 2.5-oz jar, could it really square up to the premium spice blends sold at higher-end supermarkets?
How Good Is The Dollar Tree's Steakhouse Seasoning?

3 days ago | yahoo.com | Javaria Akbar

If you're wary of buying spices at discount stores, you might be wondering if Dollar Tree's steakhouse seasoning is any good. Priced at just $1.25 per 2.5-oz jar, could it really square up to the premium spice blends sold at higher-end supermarkets?
The Hidden Drawback Of Some Backsplash Tiles That No One Talks About — And How To Avoid It - Tasting Table

5 days ago | tastingtable.com | Javaria Akbar

The Hidden Drawback Of Some Backsplash Tiles That No One Talks About — And How To Avoid It Jason Finn/Shutterstock A well selected backsplash can create a stunning focal point in a kitchen. Lending high traffic spaces both character and warmth, these tiled panels are functional and fashionable.
There Is A Right Way To Prepare Meats Ahead Of Your Barbecue

6 days ago | tastingtable.com | Javaria Akbar

There Is A Right Way To Prepare Meats Ahead Of Your Barbecue Merch Hub/Shutterstock Marinating meats with a dry rub in advance of a bussin' barbecue is an awesome way to maximize flavor. However, there's also a little groundwork to cover when it comes to readying your smoker and protecting your meats from drying out before the guests arrive.
The Only Way You Should Be Serving Baked Goods At Your Breakfast Buffet

6 days ago | tastingtable.com | Javaria Akbar

The Only Way You Should Be Serving Baked Goods At Your Breakfast Buffet Anna Zhuk/Shutterstock Unlike stuffy dinner parties that take lots of effort to organize, breakfast buffets are much easier to host. Simply display a selection of store-bought baked goods on your counter, set out some fresh fruit and cream cheese, and get a batch of coffee brewing to get the party started.
This Popular Dollar Tree Recipe Turns Freezer Meals Into Takeout-Style Loaded Fries

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Javaria Akbar

If you're after an addictive takeout meal that's guaranteed to please even the pickiest of palates, it doesn't come better than a portion of to-go loaded fries, like these loaded gyro fries. But did you know you can make a batch at home that's cheaper and equally as filling with nothing but a few affordable freezer meals and ingredients from Dollar Tree?
The Costco Food Court Mashup That's Perfect For Hot Days - Tasting Table

1 week ago | tastingtable.com | Javaria Akbar

The Costco Food Court Mashup That's Perfect For Hot Days bluestork/Shutterstock Have you ever met a Costco food court hack that you didn't like? From stuffing a hot dog into a chicken bake to rolling a frank inside a slice of pizza, there are an abundance of fun ways to flex your creative muscles and maximize those calories.
The Common Air Fryer Mistake That Will Ruin Your Salmon

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Javaria Akbar

Air fryer salmon is scrumptious when seasoned with flavorful spices and herbs. But if your delicate fillet looks like it's been beaten up in a barroom brawl because you couldn't unstick it from the air fryer tray, you may have made a common mistake and forgotten to spray it with oil before placing it in your appliance. In most cases, air fryers have a non-stick surface.
The 3-Ingredient Brisket Spritz That Locks In Moisture And Amps Up Flavor - Tasting Table

2 weeks ago | tastingtable.com | Javaria Akbar

The 3-Ingredient Brisket Spritz That Locks In Moisture And Amps Up Flavor Sophie_Marie/Shutterstock Perfect for smoking at a low and slow temperature, an entire brisket is a mega-sized hunk of meat that comes out succulent and tender when done right. However, if you've followed the recipe to a tee and found that your brisket was unexpectedly dry when you popped open the hood of your smoker, you might be wondering what you did wrong.