No cute mascot, no human likeness. Just a simple name in a simple font. Of the three, only Duncan Hines actually existed. Yet he personally had nothing to do with cake mixes, cooking or baking.

Boxes of Duncan Hines cake mix are shown in 2021 in a New York supermarket. Duncan Hines in 1948. Boxes of Duncan Hines cake mix are shown in 2021 in a New York supermarket. Duncan Hines in 1948.

No cute mascot, no human likeness. Just a simple name in a simple font. Of the three, only Duncan Hines actually existed. Yet, he personally had nothing to do with cake mixes, cooking or baking.

Supermarket cake mix shelves feature the Big Three. There’s Pillsbury, whose Doughboy is a cartoon character. There’s Betty Crocker; sure, her pretty face is on the box, but it’s a portrait ...

Every year, you’re likely inundated with a ton of chocolate. So much that you don’t know what to do with it, and can’t even comprehend eating it just as it is. When you’re contemplating ...

Spray slow cooker crock with pan spray. Skillet brown ground beef until thoroughly cooked. Drain beef well. Combine in slow cooker with ketchup and mustard and mix well. Top with cubed cheese ...

Mary Berry’s carrot cake recipe is easy to follow and keeps things straightforward, so you can enjoy the delicious results without any issues. When made according to the instructions ...

Beetroot adds a dense, moist texture to these easy brownies. Serve as a pud with cream or ice cream or on their own at teatime. Make sure you buy plain cooked beetroot, not the type stored in vinegar.