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  • Two heads of iceberg lettuce on a cutting board

    Choose Iceberg Lettuce For An Ultra-Hydrating Salad Base

    Iceberg lettuce is crunchy, fresh, and it might just be the most hydrating vegetable around. To make a thirst-quenching salad, use it as your base.

    By Tšhegofatšo Ndabane May 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Medium rare steak sliced on wood board

    Chefs Weigh-In On The Ultimate Guide To Dry-Aging Steak At Home

    If you love ordering a dry-aged steak at your favorite steakhouse, you may be wondering if you can do your own dry aging at home. We asked the experts.

    By Felicia Lee May 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Plate of fried cicadas with red chili peppers and dipping sauce

    The One Thing You Should Consider Before Eating Cicadas

    With two batches of cicadas in 2024, more people than ever may be wondering if they can eat these high-protein bugs. Before you do, you need to consider toxins.

    By Sharon Rose May 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Mug with latte art

    The Worst Milk To Use When Attempting Beautiful Latte Art, Per A Barista

    If your goal is to create a latte or cappuccino topped with beautiful foam art, you need to make sure you listen to this expert's advice and avoid this milk.

    By Annie Epstein May 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Milk poured into glass

    Is Raw Milk Safe To Drink?

    You may have seen the trend of drinking raw milk spike these last few years, but is it safe to do so? Well, actually, no, pasteurized milk is the safest.

    By Catherine Rickman May 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Hand pulling frozen steaks from freezer

    The Worst Way To Defrost Your Steaks Is Sadly The Easiest

    It's tempting to go the easiest route when thawing your steak, as it's the fastest. However, for the best results, you should really skip the microwave.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt May 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Dried vanilla pods and orchids

    What Sets Vanilla Bean Paste Apart From Vanilla Extract?

    If you want to make your baked goods or dessert really pop with strong vanilla flavor, you should reach for the vanilla bean paste rather than vanilla extract.

    By Tšhegofatšo Ndabane May 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Iced tea in glass with lemon

    How Many Tea Bags To Use For The Absolute Best Sun Brewed Tea

    Sun tea is a delicious summer tradition that helps to beat the heat, but to get the best ratio of tea bag to water, just how many tea bags should you use?

    By Catherine Rickman May 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Salted watermelon with dish of salt

    Adding A Sprinkle Of Salt To Watermelon Is A Long-Time Southern Tradition

    There are many popular Southern traditions revolving around food, and adding a touch of salt to fresh watermelon is one that has recently gone viral.

    By Sharon Rose May 20th, 2024 Read More
  • cubed raw pancetta in pan

    What Is Pancetta And How Is It Different From Bacon?

    Maybe you've eaten a slice of pancetta. Pancetta, prosciutto, guanciale, capocollo, the list goes on. So what makes pancetta different from regular old bacon?

    By Carly Weaver May 17th, 2024 Read More
  • olive oil and olives

    How Legit Is The Refrigerator Test For Olive Oil?

    Many factors can affect the exact temperatures at which an oil begins to solidify, including the region and specific climate each harvest was grown in.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen May 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Peanuts, some shelled, in pile

    Wait, Are Peanuts Beans, Not Nuts?

    It's easy to see why people think peanuts are nuts -- it's in the name, after all! But peanuts aren't nuts at all; rather, they are something called legumes.

    By Catherine Rickman May 16th, 2024 Read More
  • White Bake Off tent in a field

    Ever Wonder Why The Great British Bake Off Is Filmed In A Tent?

    The developers of The Great British Bake Off, also called The Great British Baking Show, wanted a very specific aesthetic when picking their location.

    By Avery Tomaso May 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Beaters coming out of bowl of whipped cream

    Is Double Cream The Same As Heavy Whipping Cream?

    Double cream, popular across the pond in The United Kingdom, is similar to what we have in North America, heavy whipping cream, but it has more fat.

    By Avery Tomaso May 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Halved avocado, lemons, and limes

    Why You Should Never Store Avocados Or Citrus In Water

    While this so-called hack has been making the rounds on social media, it is not safe to store any fruit, including avocados and citrus, in water in the fridge.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt May 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Sliced lemons on cutting board

    Ever Wonder About What Makes Lemons Yellow?

    Carotenoids, specifically, are responsible for the yellow and orange pigments that naturally emerge as lemons, which start off green, continue to ripen.

    By Avery Tomaso May 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Smoked chicken pieces

    The Worst Cut Of Chicken To Use For Smoking

    Chicken may not be the first meat you think of when it comes to smoking, but so long as you avoid this one cut, you'll end up with a delicious dish.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed May 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Fresh green dill herb

    How To Store Dill So It Stays Fresher Longer

    Do you have an abundance of fresh dill on your hands, but you don't want it to go limp and sad? Then you need to store it one of two ways in the fridge.

    By L Valeriote May 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Raw steak in the refrigerator

    How Long Does Steak Last In The Fridge?

    So, you bought a steak a few days ago, and you forgot about it and need to make sure it's still safe to eat. Well, just how long does steak last in the fridge?

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt April 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Jar of spilled gummy bears

    Why Some Gummy Candy Actually Isn't Vegan

    If you're familiar with candy, you likely know that gummies usually have gelatin, making them not plant based. Fortunately, some are totally vegan.

    By Catherine Rickman April 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Pile of tomatoes

    Why It Seems Like Tomatoes Are Becoming Less Flavorful

    No, you're not imagining it: Tomatoes today are a lot less flavorful on average than they used to be. And this has a lot to do with American history.

    By Catherine Rickman April 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • eating natto with chopsticks

    What Is Natto And What Does It Taste Like?

    Natto has seen a surge in popularity due to its nutritional benefits and divisive taste. Here is everything you need to know about the Japanese dish.

    By Elaine Todd April 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Lamb chop in gourmet dish

    Don't Skip This Step To Make Lamb Less Gamey

    If you're cooking lamb but you want it to be a little less gamey, you need to try soaking the meat in salt and vinegar before you start cooking.

    By Catherine Rickman April 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Cookies on a cooling rack

    For Better Cookies, Mix Baking Soda And Powder

    If you want your cookie to get that beautiful golden brown and cook through at an even rate, you need to try adding both baking powder and soda to your dough.

    By Arianna Endicott April 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Glass of coconut milk, jar, and open fruit on white background

    Is Canned Coconut Milk Supposed To Separate?

    If you're cooking with a can of coconut milk, and notice that the ingredients have separated when you go to open it, it's okay and totally normal.

    By Joey DeGrado April 18th, 2024 Read More
  • sliced red pepperoni sausage on display

    Ever Wonder Why Some Pepperoni Isn't Refrigerated?

    When you're at the grocery store looking for pepperoni, it can be confusing to see it sold in refrigerated and unrefrigerated sections. Here's why it's both.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen April 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Spread of crunchy, crispy snacks in individual bowls

    The Difference Between Crispy And Crunchy Textures

    There's a good chance that you've used the words crunchy and crispy interchangeably, but they are actually two distinct and beloved categories of food.

    By Food Republic Staff April 16th, 2024 Read More
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