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7 Ways You're Ruining Pie Crust (And How To Save It)

staff@foodrepublic.com (Hayden Fletcher) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Making a great pie crust is no easy feat, and there are several common mistakes that can ruin it. Fortunately, we're here to help correct them.

Forget Classic Apple Pie – Make It Pennsylvania Dutch-Style For More Texture

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Classic apple pie is obviously a classic for a reason, but if you want to give your dessert a little texture (and plenty of fun), try Pennsylvania-Dutch style.

Your Bread Pan Can Do More Than Just Baking

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

If your bread pan lives in your cupboard waiting for the time when you're ready for baking, you're losing out on this vital culinary tool's full potential.

Forget Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies – Add This Ingredient For A Fall Twist

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Bring an autumn twist to your next batch of chocolate chip cookies by adding a go-to fall ingredient. Here's what to add and how to incorporate it right.

What's America's Best-Selling Cake Mix In 2026?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Sometimes packaged foods miss the mark and fall short on flavor, but when it comes to boxed cake mix, one beloved brand truly takes the, well, cake.

5 Must-Have Retro Cookbooks For Bakers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Any avid baker or someone looking to take it up with any level of seriousness should look to these five must-have classic cookbooks specifically for bakers.

Old West Cowboys Relied On This Doughy Food During Rough Times

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Cowboys were famously resourceful, and to keep themselves going through grueling weeks on the trail, they always kept this doughy staple on hand.

Pair This Spice With Blueberries For 20X The Flavor

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Blueberries are delicious on their own, but you can really make their flavor shine when you cook with them by adding this unexpected spice to the mix.

Need A Cake But No Time To Bake? Grab King's Hawaiian Rolls

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0000

For a super-easy cake that's sure to impress, you can skip the mixing and baking altogether. Just grab a pack of King's Hawaiian Original Sweet Rolls.

12 Fun Ways To Use Marshmallow Fluff

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carly Weaver) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:02:00 +0000

With a bit of inspiration, that jar of Marshmallow Fluff can become frosting, fudge, dessert dips, cookie fillings, and other indulgent treats.

Aretha Franklin Was Enamored By This Southern Dessert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

The Queen of Soul loved cooking soul food at home. One of her favorite recipes to make was a Southern classic that became one of her signature desserts.

How To Get Perfect Frosting With The Upside-Down Method

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:17:00 +0000

If you want to decorate a cake like you really know what you're doing, but you don't actually, try this upside-down method for a smooth, impressive surface.

Elevate Your Prime Rib With This Leftover Liquid Gold

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Prime rib is amazing on its own; no one is saying it isn't. However, if you want to take it up a few notches with umami deliciousness, add this.

Set Your Oven To This Temperature For Fall-Off-The-Bone Baby Back Ribs At Home

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:17:00 +0000

If you want the ultimate juicy, fall-off-the-bone tender baby back ribs at home? You need to strictly stick to this temperature when you bake them.

These 12 No-Bake 4th Of July Desserts Are Delicious And Time-Saving

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Fortunately, there are more than a few ways to easily whip up a dessert that requires zero baking but still pays homage to Independence Day.

Boxed Red Velvet Cake Is Completely Unforgettable When You Make These 4 Tweaks

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Thu, 21 May 2026 23:17:00 +0000

If you're not a confident baker and want to elevate your store-bought red velvet cake mix, don't worry: The internet is full of handy tricks.

Turn These Aldi Ice Cream Sandwiches Into An Easy No-Bake Cake

staff@foodrepublic.com (Audrey Freedman) — Tue, 12 May 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Yes, sure, you could eat these Aldi ice cream sandwiches plain - or you could use them to make the world's easiest (and tastiest) no-bake cake.

Bake Your Pie Crust Upside Down For The Best Results

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Sat, 02 May 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Homemade pies are delicious but notoriously tricky, mostly because of the crust. Fortunately, baking the crust upside down simplifies the process.

The Once-Beloved Lemon Dessert That Took Over The '60s And '70s

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:17:00 +0000

If you attended a dinner party in the '60s or '70s, you'd likely find yourself enjoying a Bundt cake, a baked Alaska, or this once-beloved lemon dessert.

10 Biggest Mistakes Everyone Makes With Biscuits And Gravy

staff@foodrepublic.com (Benjamin Canner) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Biscuits and gravy can go wrong fast without the right technique. Read to avoid common slip-ups and get flaky biscuits and rich, balanced gravy every time.