The Effortless Hack You Need For Intricate Cake Decorations
Looking for an easy way to elevate your cakes? This simple decoration hack can transform an ordinary cake into a stunning masterpiece with minimal effort.
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Stories By M Lavelle
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Make The Crispiest Croissants With An Unusual Hack
Croissants are famous for their delicate, fluffy, overlapping, flaky layers, so the idea of making them too crispy might feel a bit ill-advised.
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How Long Does It Actually Take To Cook Al Dente Pasta?
Get your al dente pasta right every time. These easy cooking tips will show you how long to cook your noodles and how to tell when they've reached perfection.
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Beyond Vs Impossible: What's The Difference Between These 2 Popular Plant-Based Burgers?
The Beyond Burger and the Impossible Burger are two of the most popular plant-based burgers on the market, but what's the difference between them?
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The Mistake You're Probably Making With Your Pie Weights
There's one major mistake you might be making with your pie weights that could lead to an uneven, poorly-baked crust. Here's how to avoid it.
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What If We Told You That Leftover Slice Of Bread Could Actually Clean Your Kitchen?
Believe it or not, a single slice of bread could be the secret cleaning tool you've been missing out on when it comes to cleaning your countertops.
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Want To Spike Your Cold Brew Coffee? Here Are Your Options For A Delicious Drink Pairing
If you are looking to add a little extra something to your cold brew coffee, consider these tasty liquor pairings to craft deliciously boozy beverages.
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The Pasta Sauces You Should Definitely Avoid Freezing For Later
Meal planning often means prepping and freezing foods for later, but what kinds of pasta sauces hold up the best after freezing? Food Republic asked an expert.
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Here's The Timing Rule To Follow When Adding Vodka To Pasta Sauce
We talked to Joshua Frias, executive chef at Naples Ristorante e Bar in Anaheim, California, and he told us that timing is the key to a perfect vodka sauce.
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Add An Extra Flavor Profile To Your Bruschetta With One Sweet Ingredient
Balancing sweet and savory flavors can be challenging, but this one surprising ingredient adds both sweetness and flavor to your bruschetta.
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Can Pierogis Be Sweet?
Pierogis are most frequently stuffed with hearty savory fillings, like meat and potatoes, but can they be turned into a satisfying dessert dish?
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The Grilled Cheese Spread That'll Give Basic Mayo A Run For Its Money
Grilled cheese is always delicious, but if you're looking to take things up a notch, try mixing this tangy spread with mayo before spreading it on your bread.
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Here's Why It's Important To Always Salt Tomatoes Before Adding Them To A Sandwich
Tomato sandwiches are simple and delicious. To truly elevate them, remember to always salt your tomatoes generously before assembling the sandwich.
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Lighten Up Creamy Pasta Sauce With One Heavy Cream Substitute
If you love rich and creamy pasta sauce but are looking for a lighter option, there's a tried-and-true substitute for those cupfuls of heavy cream.
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Give Leftover Mac And Cheese New Life With A Tex-Mex Inspired Spin
Rather than letting your leftover mac and cheese languish in the fridge until you throw it out, try this hack, which also happens to be a quesadilla hack.
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The Differences You Should Know For Decanting Red Vs White Wines
Decanting wine is an easy extra step to improve your drinking experience with red or white wine, but do you have to treat them differently?
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The Bread Etiquette Rule You Should Know When Fine Dining
Etiquette rules are plentiful, but fine dining with elegance, grace, and style doesn't have to be hard, as long as your follow our expert's tips.
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The Best Type Of White Wine To Enjoy At Room Temperature
Wondering which is the best type of white wine that is good to drink at room temperature? We spoke to a former sommelier for his expert opinion on the matter.
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Switch Up The Texture Of Your Tofu With An Easy Prep Step
Without much prep or fancy equipment, you can transform tofu into a flavorful and versatile replacement for pulled pork, shredded chicken, or ground beef.
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The Unexpected Kitchen Gadget That's Perfect For Making Broth In A Pinch
Making broth at home requires lots of time and effort. You can avoid the strain and make a big-flavored broth in minutes with this everyday kitchen gadget,
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Elevate Your Omelets With An Unexpected Creamy Addition
Omelets are blank egg canvases for flavor and texture experimentation. This hack uses an expected ingredient to give the omelet a rich, creamy feeling.
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The Simpler Way To Dress Pasta Without Making A Full Tomato Sauce
If you're in the market for a no-sauce tomato topping for your pasta - with all the savory deliciousness of your favorite marinara - look no further.
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What Makes Philadelphia's Water Ice Different From Other Frozen Treats?
Water ice might not sound exciting to anyone outside Pennsylvania, but this frozen treat is unlike your typical shaved ice and beloved for a reason.
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Avoid One Major Mistake When Baking Spaghetti
Baked spaghetti dishes are hearty, comforting, and often quite easy to prepare - just make sure you don't make this one major mistake with the pasta.
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The Italian Dessert Rocco DiSpirito Wishes Got More Love In The US
Food Republic asked if Rocco DiSpirito could let us in on the Italian sweet he thinks hasn't quite made its way to the U.S. yet but really needs to.
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Why Frozen Bananas Make Better Banana Bread
If you want the most delicious, moist banana bread, the trick is to use frozen bananas. Here's why it works and the best way to freeze your fruit.
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The Savory Glaze Your Ice Cream Has Been Missing
If hot fudge and caramel are a little too sweet for your liking, try using this tart and savory condiment to enhance all sorts of ice cream flavors.
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