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For The Best Sushi Rice, Chef Nobu Washes It Way More Than Once

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0000

The best sushi is more than fresh fish - rice is equally critical. Learn how the legendary Chef Nobu washes and prepares his world-class sushi rice.

The French Technique For Easy Braised Fish

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:17:00 +0000

When you want to braise some fish in a relative flash, give this tried-and-true French cooking method a try. Here's what to know for the most succulent results.

Why Bartenders Roll Their Eyes When Customers Order 'A Beer'

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Sure, you might want a beer when you hit up a new (or old favorite) bar, but if you don't have one specifically in mind, you just might annoy the bartender.

Keep Squirrels Out Of Your Garden With This Fragrant Herb

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Any home gardener knows that squirrels are a nightmare to have hanging around, but one common household herb may be the humane solution to help deter them.

How To Recreate This Ice Cream Trend At Home

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:17:00 +0000

A new trend involving dipping ice cream into a certain melted fat requires a few specific steps to master - but the results are well worth the effort.

Moldy Keurig? These Parts Should Be Cleaned Weekly

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:17:00 +0000

We get it - Keurig maintenance isn't at the top of anyone's to-do list. But neglecting those routine cleans is a surefire way to end up with a moldy machine.

How To Grow A Tree From An Avocado Pit

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Avocado pits definitely make our list of food scraps you should never throw out. With a little patience, they can grow into your own avocado tree!

The Right Way To Reheat Five Guys Fries, According To One Of The Owners

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:17:00 +0000

If you want to know the best way to reheat something as notoriously finnicky as fries, it's best to get advice straight from the best expert: the owner.

Replicate Tostitos Queso At Home With Just 2 Ingredients

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Tostitos Queso is convenient and tasty dip for a snack, but if you don't have any, you can make it yourself with only two ingredients that you may already have.

How To Eat Chicken McNuggets Like A McDonald's Employee

staff@foodrepublic.com (Food Republic Staff) — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:17:00 +0000

McDonald's chicken nuggets may be pretty stinking good on their own, but add in a few little hacks from an actual employee, and you'll amp up the yum factor.

Canned Green Beans Get An Instant Boost With This One Addition

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Canned green beans are an easy way to get a vegetable into a meal, but they can taste a little flat. Boost them up with one easy pantry staple.

How To Speed Up Strawberry Growth In Your Garden

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:17:00 +0000

You can absolutely accelerate the fruit production of your strawberry plants with the right temperature, sunlight, soil type, and fertilization schedule.

Don't Be Fooled: Here's How To Spot A Recipe That Was Written By AI

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:17:00 +0000

It's nearly impossible to scroll online without seeing AI-generated recipes disguised as human-made, but you can learn to spot and avoid these digital duds.

Skip This Old-School Cast-Iron Seasoning Method Unless You Want To Waste Your Time

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:17:00 +0000

To ensure that your cast iron cookware stays in the best shape possible, Food Republic spoke to an expert about the old-school seasoning oil to avoid.

How To Pick The Best Slow Cooker Size For Your Kitchen

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Believe it or not, slow cookers aren't actually one-size-fits-all, and many home cooks don't realize how much appliance size affects the final dish.

The Bakery Display Case Red Flag That Should Send You Running

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:17:00 +0000

To make sure that you're only getting the freshest of fresh pastries, you need to keep an eye out for these red flags you can see in a bakery case.

How To Make Thin Gyro-Style Meat Without A Rotisserie

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Replicating the texture of gyro meat at home doesn't require a vertical rotisserie. In fact, achieving that classic street-food style is pretty simple.

How To Prevent Takeout Fish And Chips From Getting Soggy

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Ideally, fish and chips should be crispy, but takeout orders are notoriously soggy by the time you get home. Fortunately, there are ways to mitigate the damage.

How To Make Your Own Loaded Fries At Whataburger

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:17:00 +0000

By hacking the Whataburger menu, you can build your own loaded fries - and the customization options are truly as endless as they are delicious.

How To Make Delicious Curry Without Coconut Milk

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 21:17:00 +0000

While coconut milk is certainly a staple in many Southeast Asian dishes, it's not the only way to thicken a delicious curry and build richness.