If I were to flip you the bird left-handed, which I sometimes do to mix things up, you’d notice that my middle finger is crooked, with a bulged knuckle. Why does it look like that? Catfish noodling.

If you're craving perfectly crispy, golden-brown catfish that's tender on the inside and seasoned just right, you don't have to cast your line far. Some of America's favorite restaurant chains serve ...