Navy Beans Vs Great Northern Beans: What's The Difference?
Great northern beans and navy beans are very similar, but they do have slight differences. Find out how to choose the best one for your meals.
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Pro Tips For Cooking Lobster And Shrimp On The Grill
If you want to cook your lobster and shrimp on the grill like a pro, all you need to do is follow these easy steps for the best possible results. -
What Does It Mean To Order A Well Drink?
Although bartenders and more knowledgeable customers often talk about well drinks, it's more than possible you never quite figured out what the term means. -
How Is Decanting Different With Whiskey Vs Wine?
Decanting both wine and whiskey are popular choices. For some wines, it's almost mandatory to allow the bottle some time to breathe, but why decant whiskey? -
The Best Frosting For An Ice Cream Cake Isn't Whipped Cream
Whipped cream on an ice cream cake is classic, but an expert has given us tasty alternatives that stand up to the freezer without weeping or cracking. -
Cornbread Is The Unexpected Base For The Ultimate Ice Cream Sandwich
Tired of one-note desserts, and craving more complexity? Ditch the cookies, and consider using cornbread as the foundation for your next ice cream sandwich. -
The Right Way To Hold A Stemless Wine Glass
Maximilian Riedel, 11th-generation CEO and president of Riedel, told Food Republic how to correctly hold a stemless wine glass for the best drinking experience. -
What Does It Mean To Order A Drink 'Down'?
You might have ordered a drink straight up before, but while the term 'down' is related, it's a bit more obscure and has one key difference. -
Are You Using Your Citrus Reamer Wrong?
Your citrus squeezer, juicer, or reamer is one of the handiest tools you can have in your kitchen arsenal, but do you know how to use it correctly? -
The Canned Ingredient You Should Add To Fried Eggs
Fried eggs are simple to make and absolutely delicious, but one canned ingredient can help maximize their flavor and take them to the next level. -
The Country That Produces The Most Potatoes
You might assume that potato-loving countries like Russia or the United States produce the most of the vegetable, but one country outgrows them all. -
The Plastic Fruit Cup Hack That Makes Meal-Prepping More Convenient
Plastic fruit cups are not only a great lunch time snack, but they can turn into a protective pocket to prevent your next meal from getting soggy. -
What Is Sweet And Sour Mix Made Of?
Store bought sweet and sour mix is typically comprised of a sweetener (usually corn syrup), water, citrus juice, and additives to keep it shelf-stable. -
Canned Tuna Is A Must-Have For A Flavorful Pasta Salad
Canned tuna is the easiest, tastiest way to give pasta salad a burst of protein and flavor, and you can coordinate your dressing and other ingredients to match. -
When Should You Close The Vent While Grilling?
To get the most out of your grilling and to ensure a steady temperature, you need to know exactly when to close or partially close your grill vents. -
The Easiest Way To Clean Your Ice Cream Maker
There's nothing better than enjoying homemade ice cream fresh out of an ice cream maker - and luckily, cleaning this helpful appliance is a breeze. -
The Best Cocktail To Pair With Vodka Sauce
Vodka sauce is ever-popular served over pasta. Any good meal can be improved with a good drink pairing, but vodka cocktails aren't the best choice. -
Store-Bought Pie Crust Is The Gateway To Easy Homemade Pop-Tarts
You can easily make Pop-Tarts at home with ingredients you can get at the store. By using pre-made crust, you can experiment with filling and frosting flavors. -
McDonald's Debuts New Kit Kat Banana Split McFlurry In The US
American fans wanting to try some of McDonald's international McFlurry flavors, you're in luck! The chain is launching one of its most popular picks stateside. -
Start Grilling Pickles This Summer For Incredible Smoky Notes
We're used to applying smoky magic to our proteins and produce, but there's another cookout-friendly food that you should be throwing on the grill: pickles. -
The Genius Hack For Making Chicken Kabobs Quickly And Easily
Want to make chicken kabobs but don't want the hassle of slicing raw chicken and having it fall off your skewers? Try this hack to make things easy. -
The One Ingredient Ree Drummond Adds To Upgrade Store-Bought Saltines
Plain Saltines make for delicious companions to soups and chili, but Ree Drummond's kicked-up version is so much tastier as a snack, dipper, croutons, and more. -
The Important Tip That Could Make Or Break Your Grilled Pineapple
Grilled pineapple is an excellent dessert or even a topper for tacos and savory dishes, but if you want to ensure you get the best results, follow this tip. -
The Best Whiskey Cocktail To Sip Alongside Barbecue
When you're gearing up for a barbecue fest and want to serve a drink that's more interesting than beer, try a cocktail recommendation from a whiskey expert. -
Fish Sticks Are The Key To A Low Maintenance Taco Night
When battering and frying fish seems like too much work on Taco Tuesday, combine frozen fish sticks with our seasoning and topping ideas for dinner in a snap. -
The Temperature Tip For Perfectly Crispy Country Fried Steak
When it comes to getting that perfectly crispy edge on your country fried steak (a feat in and of itself), it's temperature that plays the largest role. -
Ree Drummond's Major Tip For A Successful Layered Salad
For a layered salad that stays crisp for hours, with none of the ingredients sogging into each other, use Ree Drummond's key ingredient for a sturdy base.
