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  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Read More
  • Orange pie and pie slices with brûlée toppings

    Brûlée Your Store-Bought Pie For An Easy Homemade Look

    A brûlée top traditionally acts as a caramelized sugary seal for creamy custards - but it can also serve as a special homemade topping for store-bought pies.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad Read More
  • Bowl of fried rice

    Delicious Ingredients That Will Upgrade Your Fried Rice

    From obvious options such as soy sauce to potentially surprising items like cilantro, here are some delicious ingredients to upgrade your fried rice.

    By Emily M Alexander Read More
  • Steak ready to serve on a plate at Peter Luger Steak House

    A Peter Luger Steak House VP's Top Steak-Cooking Tips - Exclusive

    Jody Storch, VP of Peter Luger Steak House, spoke to Food Republic and gave us her best tips on how to replicate their renowned flavor and technique at home.

    By Holly Riddle Read More
  • Fresh whole collard greens leaves

    How To Fix The Bitter Taste In Collard Greens

    If you often find collard greens too bitter and tough, find out how to cook and season them in delicious ways that balance out the strong taste.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • Sliced beef Wellington

    How To Reheat Beef Wellington Without Ruining The Pastry

    Beef Wellington is not only one of the hardest dishes to make from scratch, it can be a pain to reheat too. But here's one way to do so without ruining it.

    By Hannah Beach Read More
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