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  • bacon in pan

    Why Swapping Butter For Bacon Fat Makes For Better Morning Toast

    Bacon fat can elevate nearly any dish, and when properly rendered, makes a great-tasting alternative to butter or margarine. You can even spread it on toast!

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Group of people pouring wine at dinner party

    There Is A Polite Way To Pour Wine In Your Friend's Mouth At A Dinner Party

    If you're looking for a way to liven up your next dinner party, pull out the porron and pour wine into each other's mouths. Here's what we mean.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis smiling

    The Ingredient Giada De Laurentiis Adds To Store-Bought Pasta Sauce

    Food Network personality Giada De Laurentiis knows a thing or two about pasta sauce. Her tip for elevating store-bought varieties is practical and tasty.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • raw bacon slices on cuttingboard

    There's A Time Limit For Storing Raw Bacon In The Freezer

    It can be tricky to use an entire pack of bacon in one go, especially when bought it bulk. To keep it fresh, only keep it frozen for about a month.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Julia Child in her Pasadena kitchen

    Julia Child's Trick For Achieving The Creamiest Pumpkin Pie

    Julia Child may be known for her mastery of French cuisine, but she was just as passionate about traditional American cooking, including her light pumpkin pie.

    By L Valeriote December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • grocery shelf of bagged salad

    Secrets About Bagged Salad You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

    Bagged salads are fast and convenient. Here's a bunch of secrets on those lettuce bags, from how to keep them fresh longer to reviving wilted leaves.

    By Felicia Lee December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Mango diced in cubes in the skin

    The Easiest Method To Safely Dice Soft Fruit

    Tired of your soft fruit, be it avocado or mango, squishing into mush as you cut it or sliding all over the cutting board? Use this technique.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis on step and repeat

    Why Giada De Laurentiis Loves Store-Bought Pizza Dough

    Giada De Laurentiis is the reigning ruler of Italian fare, and if she says that store bought pizza dough is good enough for her, then it's good enough for us.

    By Audrey Enjoli December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • prepared pie crust in pan with bowl of apple pie filling

    Metal Vs Ceramic Pie Weights — Which Is Better?

    Anyone who has ever baked a pie without weights knows it's risky business. Weights definitely help keep crusts, well, crusty, but which are best?

    By Food Republic Staff December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Jacques Pépin at 2019 Daytime Emmy Awards red carpet

    How Jacques Pépin Peels Garlic Without Any Tools

    Jacques Pépin is the undisputed king of accessible French cuisine, and he has many useful tricks up his sleeve, including a fast way to peel garlic.

    By Sharon Rose December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Sliced ham lunch meat

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Microwaving Lunch Meat

    Whether it's leftover bacon or some sandwich meat, like bologna, that you want to warm, it's better to not put your processed meat in a microwave.

    By Hannah Beach December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • person eating banchan

    The Korean Barbecue Etiquette You Need For Banchan

    You may sit down to some gorgeous Korean barbecue and think all those small dishes are appetizers. Understandable, but they are meant to be eaten with the meal.

    By Food Republic Staff December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Pomegranates on a cutting board

    Why You Should Stop Throwing Away Pomegranate Peels

    Juicy, flavorful pomegranates go far beyond just the seeds resting within; the peels also have great benefits and can be used in a variety of ways.

    By Audrey Enjoli December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Lentil burgers on a cutting board

    How You Can Turn A Can Of Lentil Soup Into A Tasty Veggie Burger

    If you're craving a burger and have a can of lentil soup on hand, you're literally just a few steps and a little bit of time away from satiating your craving.

    By Audrey Enjoli December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Bread on a counter top

    Think Twice Before Defrosting Your Bread On The Counter

    If you've got some frozen bread you're interested in eating, don't just stick it on your counter to thaw. You'll end up with a sad, dry loaf.

    By Holly Emily Charlton December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • chef salting beef

    For Tender Round Steak, Slow Cooking Is The Absolute Best Method

    Steak makes a delicious meal, but it can get pricey fast. To keep costs down, use cheaper cuts of meat, like round steak, but you need to cook them differently.

    By Food Republic Staff December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Bottles of Charles Shaw wines

    Two Buck Chuck Tastes Way Better With An Easy Freezer Hack

    While it may not technically be two bucks anymore, Two Buck Chuck can be transformed into something great. Just stick the whole thing in the freezer.

    By Khyati Dand December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Gooey grilled cheese sandwich

    15 Tips For Making The Best Grilled Cheese

    If you want to create a delectable grilled cheese sandwich, there are several things you can do to ensure you're making the best version possible.

    By Emily M Alexander December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • shrimp scampi in butter lemon sauce

    A Little Lemon Juice Can Make The Best Of Overcooked Shrimp

    If you ever end up overcooking your shrimp, you can't make them tender again, but you can make them more palatable by adding a dash of lemon butter sauce.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • gloves hand wiping microwave turntable clean

    The One Part Of Your Microwave You're Forgetting To Clean

    When cleaning day comes around, don't overlook your microwave's turntable, which can harbor food remnants. Fortunately, cleaning the glass disc is easy.

    By Audrey Enjoli December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • eggs on toast

    Delicious Ways To Cook Eggs In Your Air Fryer

    Cooking eggs just got even easier with these innovative ideas. Grab a dozen eggs and take a look at these various ways to cook eggs in an air fryer.

    By Suzannah Kolbeck December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Hands holding glasses

    The Bizarre Drink-Holding Etiquette Everyone Followed In The 1960s

    The 20th century had its fair share of bizarre customs and etiquette to follow. Here's how folks were expected to handle their liquor -- literally.

    By Hannah Beach December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • square ravioli on a brown plate

    The Store-Bought Shortcut For Delicious Ravioli

    For a simple and quick dinner that's sure to impress your guests (or yourself), you can make homemade ravioli with this store-bought shortcut.

    By Jennifer Waldera December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • frothy hot chocolate with cinnamon stick garnish

    A Milk Frother Is The Easiest Way To Step Up Your Hot Chocolate Game

    Not only does using a milk frother make hot chocolate cleanup a breeze, but it also helps ensure that you won't burn your milk, keeping your beverage tasty.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Pie dough in tin next to rolling pin

    The Pantry Ingredient That Prevents Dry, Gray Pie Dough

    If you want the best pie dough ever and that golden flaky crust, you might want to think about adding this pantry ingredient into the mix for great results.

    By L Valeriote December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Woman cutting dessert with fork and knife

    The Exact Right Way To Hold Silverware, According To British Royal Etiquette

    If you want to eat like a Royal, then you need to follow this very specific protocol for holding your silverware -- and yes, it includes which hand holds what.

    By Catherine Rickman December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • various types of Italian pasta

    How To Choose The Best Pasta Shape For Your Sauce

    We consulted an expert to learn basic guidelines for pairing pasta with sauce, so that both can complement each other and shine with their best qualities.

    By Chris Sands December 29th, 2023 Read More
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