John Tolley

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News Writer at Tasting Table

Author of The Mordworlds series?

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Articles

Coat Jalapeños In Chocolate For A Sweet And Spicy Treat

Oct 23, 2024 | tastingtable.com | John Tolley

Coat Jalapeños In Chocolate For A Sweet And Spicy Treat Harry & David For those who find spice nice, a jalapeño is one of the more moderate peppers out there, even if every once in a while a scorcher sneaks into the mix. Jalapeños have a present, but pleasant heat that satisfies and delivers bright, grassy, and fruity notes to boot. All of this makes the pepper a wonderful counter to the sumptuous richness of chocolate.
The Only 2 States In The Country That Like Lutefisk

Sep 14, 2024 | thetakeout.com | John Tolley

I'm a Midwesterner. Well, actually I'm a Southerner by birth, but after steeping in Chicago and Michigan for over half my life, I feel I've earned the right to fly both flags. As a Midwesterner, I've experienced my fair share of unique culinary delicacies this wide swath of the nation has to offer. I've taken down quite a few Italian beefs, scarfed Maid-Rite sandwiches in Iowa, thrown back golden fried cheese curds, and tried my hand at mammoth tenderloin sandwiches in Indiana.
The Only 2 States In The Country That Like Lutefisk

Sep 14, 2024 | flipboard.com | John Tolley

Jennifer Garner Is Reportedly Trying To 'Salvage Her Relationship' With Her Long-Term Boyfriend, After She 'Pushed Him Aside' To Support Ben Affleck In His DivorceOnce upon a time, Jennifer Lopez allegedly had a problem with Ben Affleck‘s relationship with ex-wife Jennifer Garner. And now it seems like the 13 Going …
The Best Liquor For Getting Blasted On Taco Bell's Baja Blast

Sep 4, 2024 | thetakeout.com | John Tolley

Oh, come on, you've thought about it. You're sitting there at Taco Bell, tearing into that Beefy 5-Layer Burrito or Crunchwrap Supreme, washing it all down with a signature Mountain Dew Baja Blast, and thinking, "This would be better with a whole bunch of alcohol poured in it." Heck, it's Taco Bell, so you've probably stumbled to the door from the friendly confines of a drinking establishment.
Joey Chestnut Squashes Beef With Kobayashi As Winner Of Netflix's Unfinished Beef

Sep 3, 2024 | thetakeout.com | John Tolley

To say it has been a tumultuous, but endlessly-interesting year for competitive eating is an understatement. Long the marquee event for the sport, the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest barred 16-time champion Joey Chestnut from competing after he inked a deal to promote rival (albeit vegetarian) hot dog brand, Impossible Foods. That kept him from taking home another Mustard Belt, and some felt robbed of the opportunity to see Chestnut possibly scarf down another record.
What Exactly Are The Fiesta Strips At Taco Bell?

Sep 3, 2024 | thetakeout.com | John Tolley

Certain almost-existential questions arise when pondering Taco Bell. Is this Mexican food, or was it ever? Are the menu items rooted in reality or the fever dream of corporate chefs operating at the nexus of fast food innovation and a vague Tex-Mex culinary ethos? After all, Taco Bell gave us the Flamin' Hot Cool Ranch Doritos Loco Taco. But maybe it's best not to dig too deep. Instead, asking what something with a name as vague as Fiesta Strips could be is a more fruitful use of our time.
Throw Potatoes On The Smoker To Make A Stunning Side Dish

Aug 31, 2024 | thetakeout.com | John Tolley

Potatoes are a contradiction: at their base level they're a bland ball of starch, but they prove to be a blank slate that can be elevated through a variety of preparations. From buttery mashed potatoes to crispy hash browns to tender pommes fondant, it is a wonder so many divine dishes spring from such a simple tuber. That said, these tried and true recipes for potatoes can become a bit tiring, leaving home cooks to seek new ways to inject some excitement into spuds.
The Sweet Secret That Makes Fried Chicken Even Crispier - Tasting Table

Aug 30, 2024 | tastingtable.com | John Tolley

The Sweet Secret That Makes Fried Chicken Even Crispier Witthaya Prasongsin/Getty Images Fried chicken and sweet ingredients aren't a new combination. Whether you love it or hate it, nearly everyone who has had a McDonald's chicken nugget has dipped it in honey. Sweet and smoky barbecue sauce is no stranger to fried chicken either, and Korean fried chicken pops with a sweet, spicy, garlicky sauce glazed on the craggy, crispy exterior.
The Type Of Ribs You Need For Better Browned Meat

Aug 30, 2024 | tastingtable.com | John Tolley

The Type Of Ribs You Need For Better Browned Meat hlphoto/Shutterstock Ribs are ribs, right? They're often meaty, rich, smoky, spicy, a touch sweet, and have a bone down the middle that is convenient to eat around and hold. Ribs can be all those things, but that's just scratching the surface. They can be from a variety of animals, such as beef ribs, which we have ample tips for cooking, or even lamb ribs that are delectable when slow-roasted on the grill.
Why You Should Start Smoking Ground Meats

Aug 30, 2024 | thetakeout.com | John Tolley

In the pantheon of smoked meats, there are some true heavy-hitters. Top of the heap in terms of difficulty and payoff is that Texas favorite, beef brisket, a cut that's bad for the grill but great for the smoker. Not to be outdone, pork shoulder offers flavorful, tender, unctuous meat when slowly coaxed in a smoker. Then of course, there are ribs, chicken, sausages, and even fish. There are also plenty of overlooked cuts that take to smoking with aplomb, such as beef chuck roast and pork loin.