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☆ 11 Easter dinner side dishes you can make in a slow cooker
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-27 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Easter dinner can be a perfect opportunity to try out new recipes in your Crock-Pot or slow cooker. Side dishes like carrots, scalloped potatoes, and green-bean casserole can be made in a slow cooker. You can even use a slow cooker to make your Easter ham. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Easter meals typically include dishes like ham, lamb, potatoes, and fresh seasonal vegetables.

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☆ Tyler Stanaland and Brittany Snow's relationship timeline, from meeting on Instagram to their sudden split after 'Selling the OC'
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-27 | by ( Palmer Haasch | Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +18 min

Tyler Stanaland of "Selling the OC" and Brittany Snow of "Pitch Perfect" were married for two years. Advertisement2018: Snow and Stanaland start dating after meeting on InstagramTyler Stanaland and Brittany Snow at the 25th Annual Palm Springs International Shortfest in June 2019. AdvertisementThe pair, who already had mutual friends, went on their first date to get tacos, Stanaland told People in 2020. Snow told the publication that Stanaland proposed to her in their kitchen, which was also the location of their first kiss. "I love love.

Persons: Tyler Stanaland, Brittany Snow, —, Snow, Stanaland, Alex Hall, they've, Instagram Tyler Stanaland, David Crotty, nothing's, they're, Luis Zepeda, Anna Kendrick, Kelley Jakle, Anna Camp, Chrissie Fit, Insider's Erin McDowell, Billie Jean September Snow, Billie, Kayla Cardona, it's, I'm, Cardona, Tyler, Charlie, she's, Jaspre, she'd, I've, me, Alex Hall —, that's, he's, Hall, Alex Cooper's, Cooper Organizations: Service, Oppenheim, Netflix, Stanaland, Weekly, Us Weekly, BI, People Locations: Instagram, Orange County, Greenwich, New York City, Palm Springs, Malibu, Cielo, Los Angeles, Stanaland

☆ Erin Hawley: The Woman Arguing Against the Abortion Pill
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-26 | by ( Elizabeth Dias | Abbie Vansickle | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

It was 2014, and Erin Morrow Hawley was fighting against the egg-laying hens of Missouri. A law professor from five generations of ranchers and the wife of Senator Josh Hawley, Ms. Hawley joined a challenge to California, which required more spacious enclosures for hens laying eggs to be sold there. Ms. Hawley continued teaching, and Ms. Harris became Joe Biden’s vice president. Ten years later, Ms. Hawley, 44, is now at the center of one of the country’s most heated cultural battles about bodily autonomy, gender roles and abortion. And Ms. Hawley was the woman standing before the justices, arguing to sharply curtail access to the abortion pill.

Persons: Erin Morrow Hawley, Josh Hawley, Hawley, Kamala Harris, Harris, Joe Biden’s, Roe, Wade Locations: Missouri, California

☆ An 1,800-year-old Roman statue was found in a UK parking lot. How it got there is a mystery.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewA Roman statue was unearthed during construction on a British parking lot at one of the most expansive and impressive houses of the 16th century. The Roman statue was found during construction on a parking lot at Burghley House, a 16th-century English estateThe head of a Roman statue found at Burghley House. Burghley House said this was a common practice in the 18th century to make artifacts more attractive to aristocrats buying wares abroad. However, Burghley House said it was 'a complete mystery' how the bust and head ended up buried on the groundsRoman statue at Burghley House. A professional conservator cleaned and reassembled the sculpture to its original form, unveiling the striking features of a Roman woman.

Persons: —, Greg Crawley, House Crawley, " Crawley, Crawley, Burghley, Brownlow Cecil, Earl of Exeter, Burghley House, It's, Burghley House's Organizations: Service, Burghley House, Business, House, Experts, Burghley, of Burghley, Amineddoleh, Associates, BBC Locations: Peterborough, England, Italy, Burghley, Hell, Texas, Pompejanum, Germany, Bavarian State, British

☆ 15 cities where the median home price is under $200,000
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | Madison Hall | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Home prices in many cities are climbing, but there are still affordable cities to be found. Recently released data by the NAR shows cities with median home prices under $200,000. The average sale price of existing single-family homes is $384,500 in the United States. The NAR released a report in February that tracked the median sales price of existing single-family homes in cities across the country. Here are 15 cities where you can still buy a single-family home for under $200,000.

Persons: —, WalletHub, they're Organizations: NAR, Service, National Association of Realtors, Business Locations: Jackson , Missouri, Montgomery , Alabama, United States, New York, Los Angeles

☆ The oldest restaurant in every state
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-22 | by ( Madeline Diamond | Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

From Revolutionary War-era inns to classic diners, every restaurant has a story. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementFrom 17th-century taverns to classic dining cars, there are historic restaurants scattered all across the United States. Business Insider researched the oldest continuously operating restaurants across the country. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Tappan , New York, Rhode Island, United States

☆ I made a traditional Irish breakfast for St. Patrick's Day and the hearty meal took me back to my roots
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-17 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

When I was young, my first-generation Irish grandparents often served me a full Irish breakfast. In honor of St. Patrick's Day, I decided to make a traditional Irish breakfast for myself. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementIn honor of St. Patrick's Day, I decided to tap into my Irish roots and prepare a traditional Irish breakfast for the first time. I also grew up in England and would often eat a traditional Irish breakfast when I would go to their house.

Persons: Patrick's, — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: England, United States

☆ 10 easy design tips that will make your house more attractive to buyers, according to a home stager
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-15 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Baer shared her biggest tips for successfully staging a house in order to sell it quickly. AdvertisementBaer told Business Insider that the priciest home she's staged recently was a $200 million property in Florida. According to a 2021 survey by the National Association of Realtors, 82% of buyers' agents said home staging made it easier for their buyers to visualize themselves in the home. AdvertisementRealtor.com also reported in 2023 that staged homes sell 88% faster and for an average of 20% more than non-staged homes. Here are 10 easy design tips that will make your house more attractive to buyers, according to a professional home stager.

Persons: Meridith Baer, Baer, —, she's, HomeAdvisor, Realtor.com Organizations: Service, Business, Hamptons, Meridith Baer Home, Forbes, National Association of Realtors Locations: Los Angeles, San Francisco , New York, Miami, Florida

☆ McDonald's says cash-strapped diners are choosing to eat at home more often
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-14 | by ( Grace Dean | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Because of this, McDonald's said it will focus on value bundles and app offers. AdvertisementMore low-income consumers are choosing to eat at home instead of dining out after years of fast-food price hikes, McDonald's CFO says. Ian Borden told analysts at the UBS Global Consumer and Retail Conference on Wednesday that lower-income consumers "are just choosing to eat at home more often." Like other fast-food chains, McDonald's increased menu prices significantly during the pandemic amid soaring wage and commodity inflation. McDonald's will focus on value bundles and app offersMcDonald's fries.

Persons: McDonald's, —, Ian Borden, it's, Borden, Erin McDowell Organizations: Service, UBS Global Consumer, Retail Conference, Bureau of Labor Statistics Locations: Germany

☆ I ranked 6 fast-food fish sandwiches from Popeyes, McDonald's, Wendy's, and Burger King. My favorite was spicy.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-12 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

I tried and ranked six fish sandwiches from McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, and Popeyes. Every year, fast-food chains release fish sandwiches to coincide with the season of Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter Sunday. The franchisee brought the idea of selling a fish sandwich to McDonald's then-CEO Ray Kroc, who was appalled at the idea of adding a fish sandwich to his hamburger empire's lineup. For a definitive ranking, I tried all the fish sandwiches I could from McDonald's, Burger King, Popeyes, and Wendy's. AdvertisementHere's every fast-food fish sandwich ranked from worst to best.

Persons: McDonald's, Popeyes, —, Lent, Fish, Ray Kroc, Pope, Kroc, Burger Organizations: Service, USA Locations: Burger, Ohio, Cincinnati, McDonald's

☆ The 10 safest US states for women in 2024, ranked
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-07 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

WalletHub ranked states for women based on access to good healthcare and general safety. The ranking looked at factors like the number of uninsured women and the female homicide rate. AdvertisementSome states are better than others when it comes to providing quality healthcare and protections for women. WalletHub ranked the best states for women in terms of healthcare, which is a major part of women's overall well-being, and safety, based on factors like the number of uninsured women, the quality of women's hospitals, and the female homicide rate. Here are the 10 safest states for women in 2024, ranked from worst to best, according to WalletHub's report.

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☆ I've been a Jack in the Box franchisee for 37 years. Here are 6 of my favorite menu items.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-05 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Terry Jones, a Jack in the Box franchisee, spoke to Business Insider about his favorite menu items. Terry Jones, a longtime franchisee of Jack in the Box restaurants, spoke with Business Insider about the menu items he'd recommend to customers. Jones purchased his first Jack in the Box restaurant nearly 37 years ago. He now oversees 16 Jack in the Box restaurants alongside his daughter, who has also become a franchisee. AdvertisementHere are six of the best Jack in the Box menu items, according to a longtime franchisee.

Persons: Terry Jones, Jack, Jones, — Organizations: Box, Service, Business

☆ The worst US states for women in 2024, ranked
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-04 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

WalletHub ranked states based on women's economic and social well-being, safety, and healthcare. "Red" or Republican-leaning states ranked lower on the list. Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi ranked as the worst states for women in 2024. The personal finance website WalletHub recently released a report ranking the best and worst states for women in 2024. Here are the worst US states for women, ranked.

Persons: WalletHub, — Organizations: Service Locations: Oklahoma , Louisiana, Mississippi

☆ The 50 best pizza places in the US, ranked according to Yelp reviews
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Yelp identified the best pizza restaurants in the US based on customer suggestions and reviews. The rivalry continues — New York and California both had 10 pizza restaurants land in the top 100. Yelp recently released its ranking of the top 100 pizza restaurants in the country based on customer suggestions and Elite member reviews. Business Insider identified the best thing to order from the top 50 restaurants, and what customers say about each spot. Here are the 50 best pizza restaurants in the US, according to Yelp.

Persons: Yelp, — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Chicago, New York, California

☆ Chefs share 9 of their favorite ways to upgrade a basic jar of tomato sauce
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-26 | by ( Alyssa Towns Swantkoski | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Use mushrooms to give your sauce umami flavor. Mushrooms can add umami flavor to a dish. Erin McDowell/InsiderChef Chris Martin, founder of Savor The Passion, said mushrooms are loaded with umami flavor that can upgrade a sauce. I like to broil until there isn't excess liquid in the pan, and right before they start sticking to the pan," Martin told Insider. By cooking out the liquid, he explained, "you won't be adding water to the sauce, just pure mushroom-flavored goodness."

Persons: Erin McDowell, Chris Martin, Savor, Martin

☆ 30 delicious comfort foods from around the world
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-22 | by ( Lia Ryerson | Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

There are times when we all crave comforts, and nothing hits the spot more than your favorite food. Grilled cheese reigns supreme in the US, while shakshuka is a go-to comfort food in Morocco. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Whether you're looking for something to fill you up on a chilly day or for a delicious dish for your next family dinner, these comfort foods are sure to hit the spot. Here are 30 comfort foods from around the world that everyone should try.

Persons: — Organizations: Service Locations: Morocco, Greece

☆ I've been a Jack in the Box franchisee for 3 decades. Here are 4 surprising things about franchising a fast-food restaurant.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-21 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementMuch like owning your own independent restaurant, owning and operating a fast-food restaurant as a franchisee can be a lot of work. Business Insider spoke to Terry Jones, a longtime franchisee of Jack in the Box restaurants, about the most surprising parts of his job. AdvertisementHere are the most surprising parts about owning a fast-food restaurant, according to Jones. Jones said he earned money flipping houses in order to purchase his first Jack in the Box restaurant. AdvertisementHowever, there are also benefits to being a franchisee compared to being a typical restaurant ownerThe counter at a Jack in the Box restaurant.

Persons: Terry Jones, —, Jones, Jack, I've, Shutterstock Jones, It's, Eric Broder Van Dyke, you've Organizations: Service, Business

☆ I went to Red Lobster for the first time. Here are 7 things that surprised me.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-20 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I recently dined at Red Lobster in Times Square for the first time. I was surprised by the high prices and massive portion sizes. AdvertisementI recently dined at Red Lobster in Times Square for the first time with a friend and was surprised by a few aspects of the experience. However, from Red Lobster's signature unlimited biscuits to the glitter-filled cocktails, the meal felt more special than those at other chain restaurants I've been to. Here are seven things that surprised me about dining at Red Lobster.

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☆ Harry Truman once called the White House a 'glamorous prison.' Here's what presidents and their families have said about living there.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-18 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

President Harry S. Truman referred to the White House as a "glamorous prison," and was criticized for wanting to add a balcony. Harry S. Truman on the White House grounds. Getty ImagesTruman wanted to put his own touches on his own personal "prison," as he referred to it, according to the Los Angeles Times. However, some politicians criticized the move, calling it an expensive attempt to ruin the look of the White House. In the end, the cost of the renovation was taken out of the existing presidential household budget, according to the White House Historical Association.

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☆ We compared Burger King restaurants in the UK and the US. We noticed a few key differences but still see why it's an international hit.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-16 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | Mikhaila Friel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

We were surprised by how similar our experiences were but noticed a few key differences. Business Insider reporters located in the UK and the US compared popular Burger King menu items, restaurant designs, and the overall experience. For instance, she found there was a lot more lettuce on the UK Whopper and chicken sandwich compared to her spicy bean burger. She also thought the Whopper and spicy bean burger were lacking in sauce, to the point where she could barely taste it. Despite a few differences, we both enjoyed our experiences at Burger King and can see why the chain has expanded across the globe.

Persons: Erin McDowell, Mikhaila Friel, Mikhaila, Erin didn't Organizations: Business Locations: Burger

☆ The US cities with the best quality of life in 2024, ranked
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-14 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

US News & World Report released a list of the cities with the best quality of life. Cities with ample outdoor activities and beautiful natural surroundings ranked highly on its list. Ann Arbor, Michigan, was named the best city for a high quality of life. US News & World Report identified the country's most "livable" cities by weighing factors like affordability, healthcare quality, and the overall happiness of residents. Here are the top 15 cities with the best quality of life in 2024, ranked from worst to best, according to its report.

Persons: Ann, — Organizations: Service Locations: Ann Arbor , Michigan

☆ 10 Valentine's Day date-night meals you can make in a slow cooker
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-12 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Valentine's Day often calls for dinner out, but cooking in can be just as romantic. From pasta dishes to short ribs, these slow-cooker dinners are sure to impress. AdvertisementValentine's Day is right around the corner, and using a slow cooker is a great way to put a romantic dinner on the table with minimal effort. From creamy mac and cheese to short ribs and brisket, these slow-cooker meals are equal parts comforting and impressive. Here are 10 date-night meals you can make in a slow cooker.

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☆ I made the TikTok-famous 'marry me chicken' and the recipe is perfect for Valentine's Day
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-12 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

"Marry me chicken" is one viral recipe that would be perfect for Valentine's Day. The recipe varies, but I followed one that uses chicken thighs, cream, and sun-dried tomatoes. AdvertisementIf you're looking to get engaged this Valentine's Day, you might want to try making "marry me chicken." Recipes online vary slightly, but the recipe I followed from the food blog Craving Home Cooked uses chicken thighs, my preferred cut of chicken for a super tender, juicy dish, sun-dried tomatoes, chicken broth, and cream. Here's how to make the viral "marry me chicken."

Persons: —, Lindsay Funston, Delish Organizations: Service

☆ I spent $125 on dinner for 2 at Red Lobster. It was the most decadent meal I've ever eaten at a chain restaurant.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-08 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

In honor of Valentine's Day, a friend and I had dinner for two at Red Lobster. I was impressed by the rich, decadent meal, and left feeling completely stuffed. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementRed Lobster is arguably the most romantic chain restaurant, thanks to its focus on seafood and decadent dishes. From Red Lobster's signature Cheddar Bay Biscuits to the glitter-filled cocktails, the meal felt more special than other chain restaurants I've been to.

Persons: Valentine's, — Organizations: Service, chain's, Biscuits Locations: New York City

☆ The 50 best restaurants in the US, ranked according to Yelp reviews
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-06 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Yelp identified the best 50 restaurants in the US in 2024 based on customer suggestions and r eviews. The highest number of top-rated restaurants were located in California. The ranking included restaurants from 28 states, and a quarter of the restaurants specialize in Asian, Asian fusion, and Southeast Asian cuisine. Business Insider identified the best thing to order from the top 50 restaurants, and what customers say about each spot. Here are the 50 best restaurants in the US, according to Yelp.

Persons: Yelp, — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: California, American, Tucson , Arizona

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