The chain reported strong sales in the fourth quarter of last year, helping parent company Yum! Brandssurpass analyst expectationsfor earnings and revenue. Here are the items hitting the Taco Bell menu starting today. Tupungato / Shutterstock The item is now back on menus nationwide after getting alimited time releasethis past summer. Customers who want some extra spice also have the option to add jalapenos. The chalupa is now back at Taco Bell restaurants once again as part of another nationwide, limited-time release....

Simple Truth Lentils We are certainly familiar with the concept of canned beansbut canned lentils? Now, that’s differentnot to mention, an excellent food you could buy at Kroger at present. This ingenious way of presenting dinner alters only one ingredient. Daniel J. Macy / Shutterstock Simple Truth Hatch Queso Cashew Dip Cashews aren’t just for trail mixes anymore. However,Simple Truth Mashed Avocadodoes not. Spread this product guilt-free on your next toast or sandwich....

Prep Techniques To Tenderize Your Steak 1. Choose the right cut. For example, a fillet is more tender than a ribeye. Shutterstock “6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e 2. Use an acidic marinade. The Absolute Best Way to Marinate Steak, According to a Chef 3. Shutterstock Use an acidic rub. Rub the mixture all over the steak and leave to stand for at least 15 minutes before cooking.” Soak steak in cold water. Shutterstock (And ideally, the more flavor you could impart into a steak the better!...

And that may never change. Costco intentionally keeps the cost low as a way to entice you to come in and buy more things. In fact, the club reportedlyloses moneyon the chickens to make money on other items. The Image Party / Shutterstock Their loss, however, is your gain. Here are 17 healthy, satisfying meals that you could whip up using the warehouse club’s ever-popular poultry. This salad is rich in protein and low in calories....

But if you’re dealing with a dreaded donut belly, chin up. Grab a set of dumbbells, and start doing these exercises to shrink your donut belly. As you improve, you could increase the weight of your dumbbells. Shutterstock Place your feet shoulder-width distance apart, pointing your toes a bit out. Sit back onto your heels as you descend into a squat. Maintain a flat back throughout the movement. Shutterstock As you rise up, press the weights overhead....

If you need a quick and cheap snack on the go,crackersare an excellent choice. However, some are much worse for you than others. However, the nutritional value of these is less than appealing. Shutterstock “They also contain refined grains and saturated fat, so I suggest skipping them.” Instead, she suggests finding a higher-fiber cracker that is lower in added sugars as well. “The calories and total fat inCheese Nipsare on the higher side,” says Amidor....

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. However, there are some commonly used unhealthy smoothie ingredients that may derail the dietary benefits of these beverages. Shutterstock This can give your smoothie a nutrient boost and help keep you full longer. However, your smoothie can quickly turn into a sugar bomb if you grab the wrong yogurt....

The word “fresh” is usually not top-of-mind when it comes to fast-food restaurantswith some notable exceptions. Wendy’s is fanatical about the fresh andnever-frozen beefused in its burgers. So if you like your baked goods baked fresh, then these are the fast-food chains to frequent. Photo: Hopdoddy / Facebook If it’s a success there, donuts should soon be available at thousands of locations nationwide. The donuts are delivered fresh from a nearby Krispy Kreme hub daily....

Costcois often put on a grocery pedestal. But, is this actually the truth? And, one opinionated Redditor couldn’t find a single positive thing to say about the colossal dessert. Trong Nguyen / Shutterstock “I can’t stand Costco pumpkin pies,“U/Lupulmicshared. “They taste so artificial that I can make out the chemicals the bakers used. Each one is like a lab experiment trying to replicate the taste of pumpkin gone horribly wrong....

Steakhouses conjureup images of decadent meals and top-notch service. But could you be ordering the steak or dish for your palate? Many popular steaks that diners flock to are highly overrated when it comes to price and flavor. Shutterstock But what should you try? you’re able to get far more flavor for the price. She suggests trying another cut, explaining, “Bavette. Dinner at the Zoo It’s a crowd-pleaser that isn’t super expensive....

Trader Joe’shas attracted something of a cult-like following,thanks to its reputation forviral-worthy food products. That’s especially importantin this day and age offood inflation. Now here’s the only caveat with a trip to TJ’s: the crowds. refrina / Shutterstock You don’t want that. So, when are the best and worst times to shop at our beloved Trader Joe’s? We’re breaking it down here. Shutterstock “Rarely more than about ten in store shopping and no wait to check out....

Do you know what’s delicious? Soft and fluffy or dense and chewy, there are so many kinds of bread to drool over. In case you weren’t aware, bread can indeed be packed with bothcarbohydratesandcalories. Eban’s Bakehouse The same goes for bread’s potentialeffects on your weight. “We go overboard on bread and other highly refined grains. “It has more fiber and is lower in calories than white or refined grain breads.”...

That’s why it’s exciting when steakhouses release new items. And you get two sides, too. Claim Jumper New Lunch Menu Lunch is back on the menuat Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar. Courtesy of Black Angus Steakhouse Now available every day of the week from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. It’s rodeo season! Longhorn Steakhouse Fire-Grilled Corn on the Cob What makes corn taste better than ever? Courtesy of Outback Steakhouse...