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  • fries in wire basket

    How To Soak Potatoes For Crispy, Golden Homemade Fries

    This is why you should soak your sliced potatoes before making fries and for how long, plus more tips on how to achieve perfect French fry success.

    By Catherine Rickman January 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • fried eggs and tomatoes

    Scrambled Eggs Vs Fried Eggs: Everything You Need To Know

    If you're debating whether to whip up a vat of scrambled eggs or throw a few quick fried eggs in the pan, here are some key things to keep in mind.

    By Suzannah Kolbeck January 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Caramel sauce next to caramel candies

    Caramel Charcuterie Boards Put A Sweet Spin On A Classic Appetizer

    Learn what goes into a trendy caramel charcuterie board, and how to make your own delicious dessert board for a smashing dinner party treat.

    By Avery Tomaso January 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis at Vegas Uncorked event for Bon Appetit

    Giada De Laurentiis Makes Her Quesadillas With An Italian Twist

    Quesadillas are a decidedly Mexican tradition, but that doesn't stop famous Italian American chef Giada De Laurentiis from putting her stamp on them.

    By Sharon Rose January 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Pile of Hawaiian rolls

    Hawaiian Roll French Toast Gives Brioche A Run For Its Money

    Hawaiian roll French toast is taking social media by storm, and this is why it's so delicious and how you can dress it up even more in your own kitchen.

    By Annie Epstein January 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Seared bao buns

    Sear Your Bao Buns For A Texture Revelation

    Bao buns are a popular street food in China that you can easily make at home. When doing so, be sure to sear your bao to find a total texture revelation.

    By Holly Emily Charlton January 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • A bowl of peanut butter with a spoon

    The Best Way To Thin Peanut Butter Is Also The Easiest

    If your peanut butter has become dried-out and too thick to spread, try this easy method for thinning it out, with no extra ingredients needed.

    By Khyati Dand January 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Heirloom tomatoes

    Storing Tomatoes The Right Way Takes Two Steps

    Keeping tomatoes at peak freshness isn't as simple as just storing them on your countertop. It's actually a two-step process that requires good timing.

    By L Valeriote January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten on step and repeat at 92Y event

    Ina Garten's Tip For Achieving The Chunkiest Guacamole

    While there's always a time and a place for creamy guacamole, chunky guac provides luscious texture, and Ina Garten's tip makes chopping (and clean up) easy.

    By Audrey Enjoli January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • chunky potato soup with chives and bacon bits

    How To Prevent Gluey Potato Soup Before It's Too Late

    This is how to use the right cooking techniques and ingredients to make a smooth pot of potato soup that's not overly thick, gluey, or pasty.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Seared scallops with asparagus and spinach

    Do You Really Need To Toss Scallops In Flour Before Cooking?

    Some recipes for seared scallops call for tossing them in flour before cooking, but this step has a few drawbacks that could make you reconsider.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • pancakes on a plate

    Mistakes Everyone Makes With Pancakes

    A stack of pancakes can be divine. But there are a lot of little mistakes people make when prepping flapjacks. Let's show you how to easily avoid all those.

    By Brian Good January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Ree Drummond "The Pioneer Woman" smiling in front of orange floral wallpaper

    Ree Drummond's Pineapple Cutting Method Is Actually Genius

    Ree Drummond, aka the Pioneer Woman, knows her way around a kitchen, and the way she cuts pineapple saves so much fruit (and makes it a breeze)!

    By Sharon Rose January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Two cups of chocolate dip with cookies

    Turn Your Hot Chocolate Mix Into A Sweet And Creamy Dip

    Try using these two super-simple methods to turn hot chocolate mix into a delicious chocolate dip to be served with cookies, pretzels fruit, and more.

    By Hannah Beach January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • A slice of peeled mango on plate with peel curled near

    You Can Eat Mango Skin, But Here's Why You Shouldn't

    While, yes, technically, you can eat mango skin and it won't kill you, you may find that it's a rather unpleasant experience for many reasons.

    By Khyati Dand January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • orange gnocchi in a bowl

    The Underrated Vegetable That Makes A Mean Gnocchi

    If you want to switch things up and try a new, unique take on gnocchi that's absolutely delicious, then you need to skip the potato and use this veg instead.

    By Food Republic Staff January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • handmade tortillas cooked on comal

    The Biggest Mistake You're Making With Homemade Tortillas

    For anyone venturing into the world of homemade tortillas, you'll want to avoid making this mistake to ensure your delicious tortillas turn out well.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
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