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  • A steak sits on a wooden cutting board with herbs, cherry tomatoes, and a piece of steak sliced away from the whole

    The Pantry Ingredient You Need To Break Out For Tender Steaks

    If you're looking for an efficient (and inexpensive) way to tenderize your steak, you probably have exactly what you need already lurking in your pantry.

    By Cami Cox 6 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of a cheeseburger with a sesame seed bun, pickles, tomato, cheese, a thick patty, and lettuce

    How To Properly Layer A Hamburger

    To get the inside track on how to properly layer a hamburger, Food Republic spoke with Troy Guard, owner and executive chef of TAG Restaurant Group.

    By Cami Cox 6 months ago Read More
  • Bavette steak is sliced on a wooden cutting board topped with fresh greens and surrounded by charred peppers, green salsa, and sliced limes

    Bavette Steak Too Expensive? Try This Cheaper Alternative Instead

    Bavette steak, the French term for flap steak, is a tender cut near the sirloin, but it can be pricey. What's the best affordable dupe? We asked an expert.

    By Cara J Suppa 6 months ago Read More
  • A cook spoons béchamel sauce onto a white lasagna next to herbs and uncooked pasta

    The Often Overlooked Step For An Ultra-Smooth Homemade Béchamel Sauce

    Béchamel is a mild, creamy sauce that's the base of so many wonderful dishes (and other sauces), but getting it silky smooth can sometimes be tricky.

    By Eli Cohen 6 months ago Read More
  • A bowl full of eggplants and eggplant pieces on a table

    The One Kitchen Ingredient You Need To Properly Freeze Eggplant

    When it comes to properly freezing eggplant, there's one kitchen ingredient that plays a crucial role in the process - and you probably already own it.

    By Chala June 6 months ago Read More
  • chef whisking sauce in pan over low heat

    What Exactly Is A Split Sauce And How Do You Fix It?

    Making a sauce at home ensures your meal is as tasty as possible, but what do you do when the sauce breaks? How do you avoid splitting in the first place?

    By Katie Moore 6 months ago Read More
  • steak tartare on a black slab with toast, capers, diced red onions, topped with a quail egg

    How To Elevate Your Steak Tartare With Major Flavor (The Lebanese Way)

    Steak tartare is eaten across the globe in different fashions. If you want to elevate your home presentation, consider this Levantine preparation instead.

    By Sadie Stringer 6 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of Food Network star Bobby Flay

    How To Achieve Perfect Crispy Rice Like Bobby Flay

    Making crispy rice at home may feel like a headache, but that's where culinary superstar Bobby Flay comes in. His method couldn't be any easier.

    By Cami Cox 6 months ago Read More
  • A plate of penne alla vodka garnished with basil and hand-torn mozzarella

    Forget Vodka Sauce — Swap In Tequila For An Elevated Take On Your Pasta Dish

    You go to reach for the vodka for your penne alla vodka only to find yourself short on that particular spirit. What's your next move? Use this instead.

    By Simone Paget 6 months ago Read More
  • Plate of pierogi with parsley and sour cream.

    4 Delicious Ways To Upgrade Frozen Pierogies

    Frozen pierogies, or pierogi in Polish, are a great staple to have on hand but could stand to be dressed up in one of these four delicious ways.

    By Lili Kim 6 months ago Read More
  • A plate of crispy fried chicken

    The Canned Ingredient You Need For Extra Crispy Fried Chicken

    When making fried chicken, for extra crispy results, it may surprise you to learn but the secret to extreme crunch is a can of cream of chicken soup.

    By Simone Paget 6 months ago Read More
  • Pork with plums, rosemary, and rice on a plate

    How To Use Plums In Your Next Pork Dish

    The combination of pork and plum deserves far more attention in your cooking. Here's how to create cohesive dishes with these two ingredients.

    By Eli Cohen 6 months ago Read More
  • Stack of tortillas on a wooden cutting board

    The Best Way To Freeze Tortillas For Longtime Freshness

    Freezing is a great way to preserve your leftover tortillas for extended freshness. However, there's a right way to do it for the best results.

    By Cami Cox 6 months ago Read More
  • Brown butter in a skillet with a wooden spatula.

    How Do You Know When Brown Butter Is Actually Done?

    For expert advice on perfecting the art of knowing when browned butter is actually done, Food Republic spoke with recipe creator Alexa Carter.

    By Lili Kim 6 months ago Read More
  • Two loaded baked potatoes topped with sour cream, cheese, bacon, and chives sit on a wooden surface

    Why Baked Potatoes Taste Better At Restaurants

    If you want to get that top of the line, restaurant-quality baked potato, then you need to think like a restaurant chef and prepare your spud accordingly.

    By Cami Cox 6 months ago Read More
  • A plate of golden fried crab cakes with lemon slices and green salad

    The Best Type Of Crab Meat To Use For Maryland Crab Cakes

    When building the perfect crab cake, especially Maryland crab cakes, you need to use the best type of crab meat for the job to ensure they stay together.

    By Eli Cohen 6 months ago Read More
  • Four shredded meat tacos in corn tortillas sit on a wooden plank

    The Quick And Easy Condiment That'll Take Your Tacos To The Next Level

    When it comes to tacos, we're hooked. However, there may be one unique condiment that you're overlooking that's the perfect topping for tacos.

    By Cami Cox 6 months ago Read More
  • Crispy chicken wings are arrayed on a platter with dipping sauce

    How To Bake Chicken Wings Without Them Sticking To The Pan

    When baking chicken wings, it can be tricky to get that golden, crispy exterior without them sticking to the pan. Here's how to get a clean release.

    By Cara J Suppa 6 months ago Read More
  • Two pats of butter melting in a dark pan next to knife and butter stick

    Burning Browned Butter Is An Easy Mistake To Make: How To Fix It (& Avoid It)

    Food Republic spoke with Alexa Carter, recipe creator at In Alexa's Kitchen, about what to do if you have left your browned butter on the heat for too long.

    By Cara J Suppa 6 months ago Read More
  • charcuterie board with tinned fish, fruit, and crackers

    How To Upgrade Your Charcuterie Board With Canned Fish

    If you're a fan of a nice charcuterie board, then it's time to consider updating things with a seacuterie board featuring a variety of tinned fish.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 6 months ago Read More
  • Chicken and vegetable broth boxes sit on a supermarket shelf

    How To Doctor Up Your Store-Bought Broth To Give It That Homemade Taste

    Sure, store bought broth gets a bit of a bad rap, but it's for a good reason: the flavor lacks. To boost things up a bit, you can doctor it.

    By Cara J Suppa 6 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of mashed potatoes with potatoes and herbs next to it

    Take Your Mashed Potatoes To The Next Level With A Smoky Homemade Ingredient

    Chef and recipe expert Dennis Littley of Ask Chef Dennis gave Food Republic the secret to turning your mashed potatoes into a smoky masterpiece.

    By Jennifer Waldera 6 months ago Read More
  • Chef dumping vegetable scraps into a pot to make stock

    Don't Throw Away Your Vegetable Scraps: Use Them In Stocks And Broth

    If you are currently throwing your vegetable scraps away after cooking, you're doing yourself a disservice. Save them to make fresh stock instead.

    By Jack Rose 6 months ago Read More
  • Steak tartare, garnished with egg

    What's The Best Cut Of Beef For Steak Tartare?

    Making steak tartare at home is a great way to enjoy a fantastic cut of steak and show off your knife skills, but which cut is the best and why?

    By Cara J Suppa 6 months ago Read More
  • Crispy, oven roasted potatoes in a bowl

    The Unexpected Secret To The Crispiest Roast Potatoes

    If you want your roasted potatoes to be as crispy as is physically possible, then you need to add this one ingredient commonly found in pasta.

    By Jack Rose 6 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of white rice

    How To Reheat Rice On Your Stovetop For Fluffy Perfection

    If you're still reheating leftover rice in the microwave, you're going to want to check out this quick stovetop method that makes it seem freshly cooked.

    By Anna Everingham 6 months ago Read More
  • Two hands holding a bowl of Shio Koji

    Why You Should Be Using Shio Koji For The Most Tender Meat

    You may not have heard of shio koji before. It's a marinade native to Japan, made from fermented rice, that breaks down the proteins in meat gently.

    By Eli Cohen 6 months ago Read More
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