Barbara D Helms

If you’ve ever dipped a piece of fried fish into Long John Silver’s tartar sauce and thought about how good it was, you’re not alone. That creamy, tangy flavor is hard to beat, and making it at home is much…

If you’ve ever wondered what makes Long John Silver’s fries taste a little different from regular fast food fries, you’re not alone. That light, crispy coating is what sets them apart, and it’s actually not that hard to recreate at…

If you’ve ever tried Long John Silver’s fried clams and wondered how to make them at home, you’re not alone. Getting that light, crispy coating without a deep fryer can feel tricky. I’ve tested this a few times, and I…

I never paid much attention to coleslaw until I had the version from Long John Silver’s and realized how different a really well-made one tastes compared to the average soggy, overdressed side that shows up at most places. That creamy,…

Getting ribs to come out tender and fall off the bone at home is something a lot of home cooks find intimidating. That slow-cooked, smoky, saucy flavor from Texas Roadhouse feels like something only a pitmaster can pull off. But…

A roast beef sandwich sounds simple, but there’s a big difference between one that’s just fine and one that’s actually worth making again. The Big John gets it right by keeping things focused — good roast beef, fresh bread, and…

If you’ve ever had the sautéed mushrooms at Texas Roadhouse, you know they’re hard to forget. That garlicky, buttery flavor makes them the perfect side for just about anything. A lot of people don’t realize how easy they are to…

A ham and cheese sandwich doesn’t need much to be good — it just needs the right ingredients and a little attention to how it all comes together. The Slim keeps it honest, and that’s exactly what makes it worth…

If you like your sandwiches with a little heat and a lot of bold flavor, the Spicy East Coast Italian is hard to beat. What makes it work is the combination of spicy capicola and pepperoni layered with the right…

Instant ramen is something most of us have made a hundred times, but adding Kewpie mayo completely changes what it can be. That rich, creamy texture it brings to the broth is something you really have to taste to understand.…