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Give Kraft Mac & Cheese A Mouthwatering Tex-Mex Twist: The Ultimate BBQ Side For Under $9

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Barbecue season is officially upon us, so try out this easy side that features Kraft mac and cheese plus a couple of affordable ingredients for under $9.

The 9 Best Cheese And Cracker Combos You Can Try

staff@foodrepublic.com (Benjamin Canner) — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Cheese is great on its own, but paired with the ideal cracker, it becomes heavenly. These delicious combinations are the very best for your cheese board.

These 10 Mistakes Will Ruin Your Perfect Picnic

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Picnics are one of the best ways to kick back, enjoy the weather, and have a bite with friends. But these mistakes will ruin your perfect picnic.

Why Ina Garten Nearly Left Her TV Career Behind

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Ina Garten, the celebrated chef and doyenne of entertaining, nearly walked away from television entirely after a mishap on a short-lived show.

How To Make Your Slow Cooker Useful At Parties, Even If You Don't Cook In It

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sat, 07 Feb 2026 17:17:00 +0000

If you're hosting a party, a slow cooker is a great way to take some of the pressure off of your shoulders, even if you don't cook with it. Here's how.

This Retro Super Bowl Dish Will Steal The Party

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Want to wow your guests at your Super Bowl party but don't want something generic like wings? Try this retro dish instead; it's easy and delicious.

The Easy Slow Cooker Appetizer To Win Your Super Bowl Party

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sat, 24 Jan 2026 11:17:00 +0000

If you are hosting a Super Bowl party and want to wow your guests but are short on time and energy, use this easy slow cooker dish for great success.

Ina Garten's Advice On Deciding Who To Invite To Your Dinner Parties

staff@foodrepublic.com (Food Republic Staff) — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Hosting a dinner party is a lot of work, and knowing who to invite is just as much. Try following Ina Garten's advice for your next dinner party guest list.

5 Celebrity Chefs That You May Have Forgotten About

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Whether you're revisiting old memories or meeting a new star, these five celebrity chefs have earned their spot in the culinary hall of fame.

Andrew Zimmern Always Serves These Non-Fried Foods During Hanukkah

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:17:00 +0000

In addition to traditional latkes, Andrew Zimmern always prepares a classic trio of dishes - appetizer, entree, and dessert - for his Hanukkah celebrations.

Here's How Many Bottles Of Champagne You Need For Your NYE Party

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:17:00 +0000

Hosting a New Year's Eve party comes with a lot of logistics, but luckily you can leave the champagne calculations to us. Here's how many bottles you will need.

10 Common Mistakes You're Making With Your Thanksgiving Turkey

staff@foodrepublic.com (Rachael Mamane) — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:02:00 +0000

There's no need to be stressed about cooking the Thanksgiving turkey this year. If you follow these tips from the experts you'll avoid these common mistakes.

The Frozen Appetizer Anthony Bourdain Thought Everyone Should Keep In Their Freezer

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 20:17:00 +0000

Anthony Bourdain suggested you should always have this frozen appetizer on hand and ready to serve if your other finger foods are running low.

10 Ways To Make Store-Bought Pies Look Homemade

staff@foodrepublic.com (Hayden Fletcher) — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:02:00 +0000

There's no shame in going with a store-bought pie, but there are a few expert tips and tricks you can use to make it look like it's fresh from your own oven.

The Old-School Dining Rule Your Grandparents Actually Lived By

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:47:00 +0000

As times change, so too do styles of etiquette. However, this old school (we're talking Middle Ages) dining rule your grandparents lived by still exists.

Ina Garten Swears By These Types Of Wines For A Perfect Thanksgiving

staff@foodrepublic.com (Lili Kim) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:17:00 +0000

Ina Garten knows a thing or twenty about hosting a successful Thanksgiving dinner, so when she swears by these wines, we're not just listening but taking notes.

8 Old-School Appetizers That Were Party Hits In The '50s

staff@foodrepublic.com (Paige Novak-Goberville) — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 21:17:00 +0000

Take a tasty trip back in time with these eight old-school appetizers that ruled '50s parties -- and are ready for a comeback today during your gatherings.

The Unexpected Canned Ingredient José Andrés Loves To Bring To Holiday Parties

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 15:17:00 +0000

José Andrés is a master chef, so when he gives the advice to bring this one type of canned food to your next holiday party, we absolutely listen.

How Ina Garten Dresses Up Store-Bought Baba Ganoush To Make A Bespoke Mediterranean Mezze Platter

staff@foodrepublic.com (Danielle Esposito) — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 18:17:00 +0000

Ina Garten, queen of the Hamptons and entertaining, knows how to dress up store-bought baba ganoush beautifully on a bespoke Mediterranean mezze platter.

10 Dishes That Will Go Untouched At A Potluck

staff@foodrepublic.com (Lauren Bair) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:02:00 +0000

A potluck is not the time to experiment with a new dish, or serve something complicated. These are the types of dishes that will go completely untouched.