The Worst Store-Bought BBQ Sauce Has An Artificial Taste
Buying a store-bought barbecue sauce for your next cookout can be a real gamble — according to our taste testers, there is one brand that you should avoid.
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Stories By Danielle Esposito
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Keep Pests Out Of Your Garden With The Help Of This Morning Staple
After enjoying your morning brew, don't toss out those coffee grounds! You can use them to deter pests if you sprinkle them across your garden.
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Upgrade Soups, Sauces And Stocks With This 3-Ingredient Base (It's A Game-Changer)
If you want to add layers of subtle but delicious flavor to your soups, sauces, and stocks, you need to use this classic French technique first.
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Are Tile Kitchen Countertops Making A Comeback? Here's Why They Might Be Right For You
If you love the look but are on the fence about installing tiles for your kitchen countertops, there are some important pros and cons to consider.
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Canned Vs Dried Beans: Which Are Best To Use In Your Chili?
If you love the hearty texture and rich flavor of beans in your chili, a key decision you'll face is whether to use the dried or canned variety in your recipe.
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This Is The Best Time To Season Poached Eggs For Peak Deliciousness
If you really want to bring out the flavor (and preserve the texture) of your poached eggs, you have to make sure to season them at the exact right time.
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Pizza Sauce Vs Marinara: Is There A Difference?
While you can technically use pizza sauce and marinara interchangeably in a pinch, they're really two different sauces with two distinct uses.
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Melted Vs Room Temperature Butter: Which Is Best For Baking Cookies?
When you want to bake the perfect, homemade cookies, not just any type of butter will do -- the right consistency can make or break your baked good.
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The Canned Tomatoes You Should Skip On Your Next Grocery Run
Choosing the right canned tomato brand can be a tricky one, but based on Food Republic’s taste testers, you should always avoid this one brand.
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The Essential Ingredients You Need For Corned Beef, According To An Expert
If you want to make corned beef at home, it's surprisingly simple. All you need are the right ingredients (and a hefty amount of time) for tasty cured meat.
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How To Choose The Best Bread For Your Tuna Melt
A tuna melt is a deceptively simple sandwich, so every ingredient you add to it matters. That being said, how do you choose the bread for a tuna melt?
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What Is An Oven Hot Spot & How Does It Affect Cake Baking?
If your cakes are coming out of the oven unevenly cooked, your appliance likely has hot spots. According to an expert, there are ways to identify and avoid them.
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Canned Vs Fresh Tomatoes: Which Makes The Best Pasta Sauce?
It can be hard to determine whether fresh or canned tomatoes are better for pasta sauce, but Dominick DiBartolomeo has some key considerations to keep in mind.
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Keep Homegrown Tomatoes Fresh & Fungus-Free With One Simple Tip
Anyone who grows tomatoes at home should know how to keep the fruit fresh and the plant fungus-free. Thankfully, it's easy with one simple tip.
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The Absolute Best Canned Chili Brand Is One You Probably Grew Up With
If you grew up eating canned anything, odds are that you've had this brand before. It's a childhood favorite, and it happens to make a banging chili.
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Vietnamese Iced Coffee Calls For Just One Creamy Canned Ingredient
If you want to recreate a Vietnamese iced coffee beverage at home, don't forget this one creamy canned ingredient that provides that signature sweetness.
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The 3 Sweet Breads To Try For Your Next Grilled Cheese
There are many types of grilled cheese beyond the classic cheddar-on-sourdough. Change things up a bit by using one of these three sweet breads.
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The Canned Ingredient That Takes Boxed Carrot Cake From Bland To Bakery-Level
To bake a carrot cake that tastes like it emerged from a bakery, but it really came from a box, consider adding this one pantry staple to your batter.
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Bake Perfectly Fluffy Scones In Your Air Fryer With One Common Ingredient
Baking scones doesn’t have to be a huge hassle if you cook them in the air fryer — and with one ingredient addition, they will turn out fluffier than ever.
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The 3 Eggy Dishes You Should Avoid At A Breakfast Buffet
At their best, breakfast buffets are both convenient and delicious; however, heed an expert's advice and avoid these egg-based dishes next time you go.
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The Hands-Down Best Type Of Salt For Baking
There are so many different types of salt, and understanding which one is the best forsaking can be tricky if you don’t know where to start.
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Why You Should Stay Away From The Microwave When Reheating Lasagna
While it may be tempting to reheat your leftover lasagna using a microwave, it likely will not come out the way you expect. Here's the better way to do it.
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The Worst Hot Dog Brand Is So Processed It Might As Well Be Plastic
According to Food Republic's taste test of different hot dog brands, this unappetizing option ended in last place due to it's ultra-processed taste and texture.
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The Slight Difference Between Red, Brown, And Green Lentils
Across the world, lentils are a protein-rich staple that make the foundation for many dishes, but all of them are unique in their own way.
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The Common Timing Mistake You're Making When Frying Eggs
When you are making fried eggs at home, don't forget this important step during while prepping , or you could be left with eggs that stick and spread to the pan.
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The Jarred Peanut Butter Brand That's Totally Not Worth Its High Price Tag
When peanut butter appears on your shopping list, there is one brand that Food Republic’s taste testers believe you should completely avoid.
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How Long To Boil Fresh Broccoli So It Still Maintains Its Crunch
Boiling broccoli is relatively easy, but what turns it from gorgeously green and deliciously crunchy into a mushy mess? As it turns out, it's all about timing.
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