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  • Brushing BBQ sauce onto ribs on a grill.

    A Splash Of This Soda Makes All The Difference In Homemade BBQ Sauce

    If you're in the mood to experiment with homemade barbecue sauce, then you should consider adding just a splash or two of Coca-Cola to your recipe.

    By Lili Kim 8 days ago Read More
  • Condiment and vinegar stall at Borough Market London

    13 Vinegars You Should Always Have In Your Pantry

    If you're a home cook, chances are you've used vinegar in some capacity. Here's a list of several vinegars you should probably always have in your pantry.

    By Roberta Muir 8 days ago Read More
  • Close up image of a cheeseburger stacked with toppings on a sesame bun

    In Need Of A Crispy Burger Topping? Try This Salty Snack

    If you're craving a burger but want to venture beyond typical toppings for something truly special and unique, consider this salty and crispy snack.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 8 days ago Read More
  • Boxed mac and cheese in a white bowl

    How To Take Boxed Mac And Cheese From Bland To Gourmet With One Ingredient

    While boxed mac and cheese is tasty and reliable on its own, it can always benefit from a gourmet twist when you're feeling particularly fancy.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 8 days ago Read More
  • A wooden plate of french fries with ramekins of mayo and ketchup.

    Take Homemade Fries From Limp To Crispy With One Pantry Staple

    If you want your homemade french fries to be the crispiest, the crunchiest, most delightful fries of all time? You need to do this step before you fry.

    By Max Dean 9 days ago Read More
  • Bowl of creamy alfredo pasta with parmesan cheese, herbs, and cream in a copper pot

    Turn Jarred Alfredo Into Creamy Seafood Magic With A Canned Add-In

    If you want to take your jarred Alfredo sauce up a notch, simply grab a can of this tasty seafood and combine them for a pasta you won't forget.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 9 days ago Read More
  • Basket of tater tots on a wooden table

    Take Frozen Tater Tots From Bland To Gourmet With A Simple Addition

    It's easy to default to plain tater tots and ketchup for convenience. But with one simple addition, you can instantly level up your frozen tots.

    By Lili Kim 10 days ago Read More
  • Close up slice of baked cornbread on a spatula in white casserole dish

    Take Boxed Cornbread Mix From Drab To Fab With One Ingredient

    Boxed cornbread makes life just that much easier, but it can be a little bland. Breathe new life into it and make it that much better with one fridge staple.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 11 days ago Read More
  • A woman holds open her oven door, smelling the items in aluminum foil inside

    Why You Shouldn't Put Frozen Food In The Oven Before Preheating

    Some people put frozen food in the oven before it's preheated, thinking they're saving time by exposing it to more heat for longer. But is that true?

    By Cara J Suppa 11 days ago Read More
  • Pile of watermelon rinds

    Don't Throw Away Watermelon Rinds: Make This Tangy Snack Instead

    There's nothing like biting into a fresh slice of watermelon, but once you're done eating the fruit, don't toss the rind — transform it into a tangy snack.

    By Katie Moore 11 days ago Read More
  • Homemade sauerkraut with cumin and juniper berries

    Experts Reveal 10 Mistakes Everyone Makes With Sauerkraut

    Sauerkraut is a totally underrated item in the kitchen. And while many people make sourdough, you should also look into another fermented fave, sauerkraut.

    By Clare Mooney 11 days ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain laughing in a chair

    Why Anthony Bourdain's Korean Fried Chicken Takes 2 Days To Make

    Anthony Bourdain showed us that great culinary dishes take time, and this Korean fried chicken that takes two days to make is no exception.

    By Eli Cohen 12 days ago Read More
  • Peeled apples next to apple skins

    Don't Throw Away Your Apple Scraps: Make This Tasty Snack Instead

    Whether you are peeling apples to make your dish more aesthetically pleasing or you just don't like the texture, don't throw them away, make a snack instead.

    By Chala June 12 days ago Read More
  • A woman holding a piece of fried chicken

    Why Your Double-Fried Fried Chicken Isn't As Crispy As It Should Be

    Food Republic spoke to Maricel Gentile, expert chef and cookbook author, about the best way to get your double-fried fried chicken as crispy as possible.

    By Milly Tamarez 12 days ago Read More
  • Six McDonald's fries boxes in a warmer

    How To Reheat McDonald's Fries To Crispy Perfection

    When they're fresh, McDonald's fries transcend the heavens in their deliciousness. When cold? Not so much. Here's how to reheat them to their former glory.

    By Max Dean 13 days ago Read More
  • Thin beef roll slices on a plate for shabu shabu

    Why You Need To Buy Shaved Steak At Asian Grocery Stores

    Author and food blogger Dan Whalen explains why you should be buying shaved meat from Asian grocery stores — and it's not just for shabu shabu.

    By Jack Rose 13 days ago Read More
  • Crispy fried chicken sits on a white plate which rests on a blue and white striped towel

    Shake Fried Chicken In A Paper Bag For Even Crispier Results

    Next time you are frying up chicken at home, don't forget to reach for your stack of paper bags, add a handful of flour, and start shaking.

    By Cara J Suppa 14 days ago Read More
  • A bunch of newly harvested collard greens

    How To Clean And Cut Collard Greens For Delicious Southern Cooking

    There are plenty of ways to cook collard greens to avoid their bitter taste, but a lot can be done to prepare them for success before anything touches a stove.

    By Milly Tamarez 14 days ago Read More
  • person adding sauce to pizza dough

    The Best Place To Buy Fresh Pizza Dough Is Your Local Pizzeria

    Next time you are craving pizza, head to your local pizzeria — not to pick up a pie, but to secure the freshly made dough that you can craft yourself.

    By Danielle Esposito 14 days ago Read More
  • A heaping bucket of crispy fried chicken legs

    Upgrade Fried Chicken With This Crunchy Gas Station Snack

    One crunchy and salty snack could be the end-all, be-all of fried chicken seasonings, and you can most likely find it at your local gas station.

    By Jack Rose 14 days ago Read More
  • Leftover cheese pizza in pizza box

    The 4 Best Methods For Reheating Pizza (Without Ruining It)

    Though many people do love cold pizza, if you're looking to reheat yours, there are many better ways out there than using the microwave. Here are some of them.

    By Emily M Alexander 15 days ago Read More
  • raw ground beef on a wood platter

    Classic Ground Beef Meals We All Forgot — And Need To Bring Back

    Ground beef can be used for so much more than just hamburgers. From sloppy joes to taco soup, these ground beef-based meals need to be brought back.

    By Drew Mortier 15 days ago Read More
  • a plate of fried chicken

    No Breadcrumbs, No Problem: Coat Fried Chicken In This Salty Snack

    Crispy fried chicken usually has some type of breadcrumb coating for the best results, but you can make an easy substitution with this pantry staple.

    By Danielle Esposito 15 days ago Read More
  • A steaming steak sitting in a bed of savory sauce

    Elevate Steak Dinner With This Buttery 4-Ingredient Sauce

    Nothing tops the elegance and satiety of a well-cooked steak dinner, but you can elevate your meal even more by adding a four-ingredient sauce.

    By Jack Rose 16 days ago Read More
  • A metal spoon sits in the center of coffee grounds with circles traced in them

    Tenderize Meat With Coffee Grounds For Juicy, Flavorful Results Every Time

    Coffee grounds are for way more than your morning cup of Joe — one expert told Food Republic that this ingredient makes for the best meat tenderizer.

    By Cara J Suppa 16 days ago Read More
  • A Philly cheesesteak close up next to fries

    Provolone Vs American Vs Cheez Whiz: Which Belongs On Philly Cheesesteak?

    Crafting the perfect Philly cheesesteak at home can be tricky if you don't have the right type of cheese melted on top -- but which one is actually superior?

    By Eli Cohen 16 days ago Read More
  • Grilled frog legs being lifted with forks

    Old School BBQ Dishes Nearly Everyone Forgot About

    Getting sick of your usual barbecue foods you always make? Take a look back in history for some inspiration from some of these old-school BBQ dishes.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 16 days ago Read More
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