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  • Martha Stewart smiling

    The Creamy Ingredient Martha Stewart Uses To Level Up Banana Bread

    The queen of home entertaining and baking, Martha Stewart, has a tried and true method for boosting banana bread - she adds this creamy ingredient to the batter

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • stack of oatmeal cookies on a round wooden board

    Ingredients That Will Make Your Oatmeal Cookies Irresistible

    Are you ready to up your oatmeal cookie game? We hope so -- because we've got some excellent ingredients that will get the job done. Pineapple, anyone?

    By Mary O'Brien Read More
  • Vegetarian quiche with spinach

    Tired Of Using Pie Crust For Your Quiche? Try Tortillas

    There are quite possibly a million ways to experiment with quiche, but it's usually regarding the filling. Switch things up with the crust by using tortillas.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • steak on cutting board topped with herbs and spices

    You Should Stop Using The Microwave To Reheat Steak

    While it may seem quick and easy to simply zap your leftover steak, you're likely going to end up with leather. Avoid the heartache by reheating it in the oven.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen Read More
  • slice of double chocolate cake

    Make Your Cakes Effortlessly Creamy With Sourdough Discard

    To repurpose your sourdough discard instead of throwing it out, try using it to make your cakes, muffins, and other baked goods more tender and delicious.

    By Jennifer Mathews Read More
  • Ina Garten at NYC Public Library event

    Ina Garten's Chocolate Cake Uses Coffee 2 Ways

    While, yes, coffee adds a bit of caffeine to your dessert, it perfectly complements the tasting notes in chocolate, making things taste even more chocolatey.

    By L Valeriote Read More
  • banan cream pie on a light colored plate on a wooden table with whole bananas and sliced bananas

    Keep Bananas From Browning In Your Pudding Or Pie With One Ingredient

    Keep your banana cream pies and puddings as bright and aesthetically pleasing as possible by spritzing a bit of lemon juice on them to prevent browning.

    By Jennifer Waldera Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling at 92Y event

    Ina Garten's Genius Trick To Fit Pie Dough In The Pan Without Stretching

    Ever had a pie shell shrink on you in the oven? Queen of the kitchen, Ina Garten, knows exactly how to avoid such catastrophe from striking our beloved pies.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • Pavé potatoes with chives on top

    The Pavé Method Is Your Key To Undeniably Crispy, Flaky Potatoes

    Potatoes are a fan favorite no matter how you slice them, but if you go the extra mile with potato pavé, you'll have the crispiest, creamiest potatoes ever.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Muffins in a tin in the oven

    Chilling Your Batter Is The Secret To Towering, Moist Muffins

    There are so many tips for baking muffins, but it turns out that ensuring homemade muffins are up to par with bakery versions is simpler than you may think.

    By Avery Tomaso Read More
  • Ree Drummond smiling

    Why Ree Drummond Preps Cinnamon Rolls In Her Dutch Oven

    Chef Ree Drummond's cinnamon roll recipe uses a Dutch oven in a clever way, helping you to make perfectly fluffy rolls without dirtying extra dishes.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • kid smiling and eating cake

    6 Of The Best And 6 Of The Worst Box Cake Mixes At The Grocery Store

    Okay, so you love cake mixes. Awesome. And we know that. That's why we have a list of the best and worst boxed cake mixes, according to reviews. Dig in!

    By Lauren Bair Read More
  • Can of Betty Crocker whipped vanilla frosting

    The Crucial Instruction You're Ignoring With Canned Frosting

    To make your store-bought frosting taste more like homemade, try this extra prep step that only takes a few minutes for deliciously fluffy results.

    By Avery Tomaso Read More
  • person kneading dough

    Freeze Your Rolling Pin For Superior Pastry Dough

    If you want the best pastry dough of your life, to stop your butter from melting in the pastry, you need to chill your rolling pin before you use it.

    By Audrey Enjoli Read More
  • whisk pulled out of bowl of melted chocolate with baking ingredients

    Smoke Your Chocolate For Richer Desserts Every Time

    You've heard of smoked meats, smoked cheeses, but did you know that you can also smoke your chocolate? It brings s'mores quality to all your goodies.

    By Food Republic Staff Read More
  • Two American-style challah with seeds, covered per Jewish tradition

    What To Look For When Buying Challah Bread

    With its many braided strands, challah is a stunning addition to any meal, but if you're not familiar with it, picking the best loaves can seem tricky.

    By Holly Emily Charlton Read More
  • brownies served on fancy dessert plate

    Extra Eggs Are The Secret To Better Boxed Brownies

    If you want better boxed brownies, the details are all in extra egg yolks. Plan another egg or two beyond what the box calls for and be ready to be amazed.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen Read More
  • Tart crust in tin

    The Key Difference Between Pies And Tarts

    Pies and tarts may seem similar, and they are! But there are some differences that make them distinct, and that mostly comes down to the crust.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Crispy croissant croutons

    Ditch Your Basic Croutons For Flaky Air-Fried Croissants

    Fossilized grocery store croutons can sabotage a salad. Why not dice up some buttery croissants and take advantage of your air fryer for a flaky, crispy topper?

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • plate of butter cookies

    The Best Butter To Use For Making Cookies

    Does the butter you use for making cookies really matter? It turns out the answer is yes. We spoke to two baking experts who gave us the best choice.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • sourdough starter in a jar on wooden plant surrounded by wheat and flour

    The Reason Your Sourdough Starter Might Be Failing

    For those of us just starting our sourdough journeys, we may accidentally be killing off our starter by overlooking this important aspect of fermenting.

    By Food Republic Staff Read More
  • Chocolate chip cookies on a wire rack

    For The Chewiest Cookies, Skip The Granulated Sugar

    While some may like a crispy cookie, if you prefer yours to be delightfully chewy, you need to skip the granulated or white sugar for this easy swap.

    By Khyati Dand Read More
  • Baked potatoes with crisp skin stuffed with cream cheese and chives

    For The Best Baked Potatoes Of Your Life, Try A Salt Water Brine

    Do you want your baked potato to have crunchy skin that's perfectly salty all over? Of course you do. You need to brine your tots before they go in the oven.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • Bundt cake dusted with powdered sugar

    The Water Trick That Gets Cakes Out Of Bundt Pans Easily

    Do your cakes often get stuck in your bundt pan? It's a common problem, but one that has a shockingly simple solution. Just soak the pan in some hot water.

    By Annie Epstein Read More
  • Chopsticks balanced on rim of a bowl

    Chopsticks Make A Perfect Cooling Rack When You're In A Pinch

    If you need to cool down a batch of cookies or fried chicken ASAP, but you don't own a wire cooling rack, here's how to use chopsticks as a substitute.

    By Hannah Beach Read More
  • Cherry cake in springform pan on cooling rack

    What To Use If You Don't Have A Springform Pan

    If you want to make a delicate cake or dessert but don't have a springform pan that would normally protect it, here's what you can use instead.

    By Catherine Rickman Read More
  • Baked brie with pepper jam

    The Step You Should Never Skip When Baking Brie

    For perfect baked Brie that's gooey, melty, and flavorful throughout, don't skip this simple prep step that only requires a sharp knife and a few minutes.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
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