Lei Shishak

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Lei Shishak

We Americans love our chicken. In 2021, the average person in the U.S. consumed 68.1 pounds of chicken (on a boneless, edible basis), outpacing beef at 56.2 pounds and pork at 47.5 pounds. Contributing to this poultry boom may be the sheer convenience of fast food chicken sandwiches, a go-to at major chains like McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's. When it comes to chains that specialize in chicken, however, two heavyweights stand out: Popeyes and Chick-fil-A.

1 month ago | tastingtable.com | Lei Shishak

Few things are as satisfying as a spoonful of rich, chocolatey hazelnut spread. This sweet, creamy, and utterly luscious food shines in so much, from mouthwatering dishes like a Nutella French toast recipe and chocolate hazelnut thumbprint cookies to the simple pleasure of being eaten straight out of the jar. As a trained pastry chef, I've sampled many hazelnut spreads and know a winner when I taste one.

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Lei Shishak

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Few things are as satisfying as a spoonful of rich, chocolatey hazelnut spread. This sweet, creamy, and utterly luscious food shines in so much, from mouthwatering dishes like a Nutella French toast recipe and chocolate hazelnut thumbprint cookies to the simple pleasure of being eaten straight out of the jar. As a trained pastry chef, I've sampled many hazelnut spreads and know a winner when I taste one.

2 months ago | tastingtable.com | Lei Shishak

13 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Making Peanut Brittle, According To A Pastry Chef Static Media / Shutterstock / Getty Peanut brittle is an old-fashioned candy that combines the nutty crunch of peanuts with snappy caramelized sugar for a downright irresistible taste. While it's a favorite for gift-giving during the holiday season, peanut brittle is just as good for nibbling any time of the year.

Jan 22, 2025 | tastingtable.com | Lei Shishak

13 Unique Decorating Ideas For Meringue Cookies Static Media / Shutterstock / Getty Meringue cookies are delightful cloud-like concoctions — crisp on the outside with an airy interior that practically melts in your mouth. Made from whipped egg whites and sugar, they are baked at a low temperature in the oven, where they slowly transform from glossy, billowy peaks to ethereal sweets.