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  • Rotisserie chicken on a plate with lemon and herbs

    How To Reheat Rotisserie Chicken To Keep The Skin Nice And Crispy

    Nothing is sadder than floppy skin on a rotisserie chicken, so use our recommended method to reheat the meat for a crisp outside and juicy interior.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt April 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Creamy pasta salad with chicken

    How A Near-Empty Mayo Jar Can Shake Up Your Next Pasta Salad

    To use up those annoying leftovers in a mayo jar that you can barely reach, toss in some pasta salad for a delicious, convenient, portable meal.

    By Hannah Beach April 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Stretching pizza dough by hand

    The Temperature Secret To Correctly Stretch Pizza Dough

    If you want the best homemade pizza ever, temperature really matters. If not you use dough that's too cold, it won't stretch or bake properly.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt March 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Spaghetti pizza

    Pasta Is The One Ingredient Your Pizza Has Been Missing

    When pasta noodles are used as the base of a pizza, they bake up crispy, crunchy, and caramelized on the outside, while the center stays soft and velvety.

    By Annie Epstein March 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Bobby Flay smiling at 92NY evet

    The Creamy Ingredient Bobby Flay Dollops Into His Scrambled Eggs

    There are, perhaps, a thousand ways to make scrambled eggs, but Bobby Flay's version features a type of dairy not often found in American homes.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt March 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Plate of enchiladas divorciadas

    Enchiladas Divorciadas Use 2 Canned Sauces For A More Complex Flavor

    For those who can't decide between green and red enchiladas, the divorciadas style of the dish uses both, creating a taste that's the best of both worlds.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed March 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Boiled egg in egg slicer

    12 Egg Slicer Hacks You Shouldn't Go Another Day Without

    Your egg slicer is good for more than just eggs, and it can be used as a versatile kitchen tool for slicing an assortment of foods into perfect rounds.

    By Elaine Todd March 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Person reading recipe book

    The Mistake You're Probably Making When Reading A Recipe

    Reading a recipe may seem straight forward, but some of the language can be tricky. Here's what you need to know to ensure success every time.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed March 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Penne pasta about to be cooked in pan of water

    The Cold Water Hack That Cooks Pasta Faster Than You Can Eat It

    If you want to cook pasta quickly, skip the boiling water. That's right - cooking noodles in cold water can speed up the process and lead to a silkier sauce.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt March 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Raw English-style short ribs

    The Best Type Of Ribs To Buy For Braising

    Braised short ribs are a delectable way to enjoy low-and-slow cooked meat but there's one best type of rib to buy for this dish that makes it perfect.

    By Annie Epstein March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Whole roast pork butt

    Is There A Flavor Difference Between Pork Shoulder And Pork Butt?

    Pork shoulder and pork butt might sound like they are wholly different cuts of meat but they have big differences. Here's how the flavor is translated in each.

    By Joey DeGrado March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of cooked rice on the table

    How To Store Cooked Rice So It Doesn't Dry Out

    Rice is one of those ubiquitous sides that goes with everything, and it's so easy to batch prep. But how do you store it without it drying out?

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Pineapples cut and portioned

    How To Open A Pineapple Without Using A Knife

    If you want to try that viral hack for cutting open a pineapple without using a knife, there's more than meets the eye. Here's what to know before starting.

    By Erica Martinez March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • a tray of store bought cinnamon buns drizzled in icing

    13 Ways To Take Store-Bought Cinnamon Rolls To The Next Level

    So you've bought some cinnamon rolls and you want to know how to really kick 'em up a notch! Great news -- because we've got lots of ways to do just that.

    By Bimini Wright March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Sliced meatloaf glazed with barbecue sauce

    The Smoky Alternative For Meatloaf That Will Appease Ketchup Haters

    Ingredients like molasses and apple cider vinegar in barbecue sauce complement meatloaf in a similar way that ketchup does, hitting sour and sweet flavor notes.

    By Erica Martinez March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • lasagna with melted cheese on top/signs of broiler

    12 Ingredients You Should Be Using In Your Lasagna

    From tasty and vibrant saffron to miso paste, we've got the ingredients you should be using in your lasagna. Go for the wow factor, and kick it up a notch.

    By Bonnie Hearn Hill March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of greenish garlic cloves

    Why Your Garlic Sometimes Turns Green And How To Prevent It

    Garlic that has turned an unappetizing blue-green color results from a natural chemical reaction, which can be slowed or prevented using a few simple tips.

    By Arianna Endicott March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • dried bay leaves in a bowl

    What Do Bay Leaves Actually Taste Like?

    Bay leaves are an incredibly versatile herb that can be used in a number of dishes (and can be a natural air freshener too). But what do they taste like?

    By Joey DeGrado March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • korean bibimbap rice bowl

    The Trick To A Better Rice Bowl Is Aggressively Seasoned Toppings

    For rice bowls that aren't bland, follow our tips for choosing flavorful toppings and seasoning them strongly so they can stand up to the grain base.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten posing at 92Y New York

    The Easy Way Ina Garten Makes Her Breakfast Bacon

    Want extra crispy bacon that's easier than saying one, two, three? Follow Ina Garten's method and put your pork into the oven for deliciously crunchy results.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • BLT on a cutting board

    The Creamy Mayo Alternative That Gives Your BLT Sandwich The Salad Treatment

    For mayonnaise haters, this condiment adds the right amount of tang and creaminess to a BLT, without that characteristic mayo texture that some of us loathe.

    By Food Republic Staff March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • spoon in melted chocolate

    The Melted Chocolate Hack That's Ideal For Spring Picnics

    This easy chocolate dessert is meant to melt in the spring sunshine, so you won't have to worry about collapsing cakes or puddles of ice cream at your picnic.

    By L Valeriote March 29th, 2024 Read More
  • creamy scrambled eggs garnished with green onion

    The Whisking Mistake That Causes Disappointing Eggs

    Even if you whisk your eggs thoroughly in hopes of making the fluffiest scrambled eggs, you might be making a serious mistake with the timing.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen March 29th, 2024 Read More
  • beef and broccoli stir fry

    The Controversial, But Crucial Step You Need To Know For Better Stir-Fries

    Stir-fries are quick to cook and delicious to eat, but there's a traditional (and controversial) step that you shouldn't overlook to tenderize your meat.

    By Jennifer Mathews March 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Bobby Flay at Wine Fest in Miami

    A Dish Towel Is The Key To Bobby Flay's Rolled Omelet

    For those aspiring to elevate their omelet-making skills, Bobby Flay offers a dish towel tip for creating a French-style omelet that's rolled instead of folded.

    By Jennifer Mathews March 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Guacamole in a molcajete

    There's A Wrong Way To Use A Mortar And Pestle For Making Guacamole

    A molcajete, or Mexican mortar and pestle, makes the most flavorful guacamole, but you have to add the ingredients in a certain order to avoid a watery result.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed March 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Pot of oil heating on stove

    Should You Be Reusing Your Cooking Oil?

    Throwing out a whole pot full of oil can be messy and wasteful, but learning how to clean and reuse it comes with a learning curve, as well.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed March 28th, 2024 Read More
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