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  • Puff pastry mille-feuille

    The Layered Difference Between Choux And Puff Pastry

    Choux pastry and puff pastry seem extremely similar at first glance, but their ingredients and methods of preparation are surprisingly different.

    By Annie Epstein January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of ashure pudding topped with pomegranate and walnut

    How Ashure Became One Of The Oldest Desserts In The World

    What is likely the world's oldest dessert is warm, comforting, and full of a delicious blend of flavors and textures that has withstood the passing of time.

    By Food Republic Staff January 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Roasted vegetables on sheet pan

    You Can And Should Skip The Oil When Roasting Vegetables

    We've all been taught to brush oil onto our veggies before putting them into the oven for roasting, but it turns out that dry roasting is more effective.

    By Catherine Rickman January 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Vertical layer cake with strawberries on top

    What Is Vertical Layer Cake?

    For every occasion, there is the perfect cake to go along with it. But if you want to switch things up and serve something new, try a vertical layer cake.

    By Annie Epstein January 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Stack of classic shortbread cookies

    What Sets Shortbread Apart From Other Cookie Doughs

    Shortbread has a high ratio of fat to flour, and its dough yields a cookie that looks firm and crisp but is tender, crumbly, and melts in your mouth.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed January 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Fruitcake cut into slices

    How Does Fruitcake Stay Edible For The Entire Year?

    From ingredients to moisture, these are the factors that result in fruitcake's infamously long shelf life, which can stretch up to a whole year.

    By Erica Martinez January 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Julia Child in her Pasadena kitchen

    Julia Child's Trick For Achieving The Creamiest Pumpkin Pie

    Julia Child may be known for her mastery of French cuisine, but she was just as passionate about traditional American cooking, including her light pumpkin pie.

    By L Valeriote December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis on step and repeat

    Why Giada De Laurentiis Loves Store-Bought Pizza Dough

    Giada De Laurentiis is the reigning ruler of Italian fare, and if she says that store bought pizza dough is good enough for her, then it's good enough for us.

    By Audrey Enjoli December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • prepared pie crust in pan with bowl of apple pie filling

    Metal Vs Ceramic Pie Weights — Which Is Better?

    Anyone who has ever baked a pie without weights knows it's risky business. Weights definitely help keep crusts, well, crusty, but which are best?

    By Food Republic Staff December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Pie dough in tin next to rolling pin

    The Pantry Ingredient That Prevents Dry, Gray Pie Dough

    If you want the best pie dough ever and that golden flaky crust, you might want to think about adding this pantry ingredient into the mix for great results.

    By L Valeriote December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Garlic bread stuffed with melted cheese

    Make Garlic Bread Ultra Fancy With Brie Instead Of Mozzarella

    You can use Brie in different ways to class up your favorite garlic bread, adding more gooey and melty goodness with a touch of sophistication.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt December 27th, 2023 Read More
  • homemade bread

    The Flour Mistake That Makes Homemade Bread Fall Apart

    There's no substitute for homemade bread but creating it can prove a challenge if you don't understand the exact science of the baking process.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen December 27th, 2023 Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling

    Martha Stewart Swears By The Slow Cooker For Creamier Cheesecakes

    If you want to ensure your cheesecake stays creamy, smooth, and delicious, take Martha Stewart's advice and use a slow cooker for your baked goods.

    By Annie Epstein December 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Sugar cookies with sprinkles

    There Is A Right Way To Add Sprinkles To Sugar Cookies

    This is the best and most efficient way to create an even coating of sprinkles on your sugar cookies, all while keeping your workspace neat.

    By Annie Epstein December 25th, 2023 Read More
  • Homemade puff pastry pinwheels

    Don't Bother Buying Frozen Puff Pastry If It's Not All Butter

    Frozen puff pastry can be a huge time-saver, but to avoid buying a version that tastes lackluster, you must look for products labeled as all-butter.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt December 25th, 2023 Read More
  • Messy chocolate mug cake

    The Biggest Mistake You Can Make With Mug Cakes

    Making mug cakes is a great way to enjoy the dessert you love without all the mess or leftovers. But there may be one big mistake you're making in the process.

    By Hannah Beach December 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • melted chocolate in a bowl with whisk

    How To Fix Seized Chocolate With Just Boiling Water

    Melting chocolate can be a tough process, but even if the worst case scenario happens and you end up with seized chocolate, you can fix it with boiling water.

    By Jennifer Mathews December 22nd, 2023 Read More
  • Whisk doused in whipped cream

    What Is A Cold Whisk In Recipe Instructions?

    When a baking or dessert recipe asks you to use a cold whisk, this is what you need to do to follow that direction and get the best end result.

    By Catherine Rickman December 22nd, 2023 Read More
  • sliced roasted ham on a plate

    The Ham Labels You Need To Avoid At The Grocery Store

    Whether you're planning a nice holiday meal or simply a big weekend brunch, it pays to always avoid ham that has too much water when shopping at the store.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen December 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling

    Martha Stewart's Key To Better Pies Is All In The Butter

    Martha Stewart is chock full of useful baking tips. Her simplest tip for baking better pies is all about using the best butter possible for the pie crust.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad December 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Pie crust prepared for par baking

    Use Sugar Over Rice For A Versatile Pie Weight

    Using sugar as a pie weight not only results in a delicious, perfect pie crust but also creates a delicious and versatile byproduct: toasted sugar.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad December 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    Ina Garten's Favorite Brand Of Chocolate Chips Is A Nostalgic Favorite

    Ina Garten doesn't use fancy chocolate bars in her chocolate chip cookie recipe, instead opting for one of the most beloved chocolate chip brands in America.

    By Avery Tomaso December 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Stacked slices of cornbread

    The Canned Ingredient That Adds A Sweet Touch To Cornbread Mix

    Once added to a cornbread mix, sweetened condensed milk takes on a sophisticated caramelized flavor, and brings a dose of moisture to the cornbread.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad December 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Chocolate frosted layer cake

    The Super Moist Ingredient Every Boxed Cake Mix Needs

    Since most quality ice creams contain a combination of cream, milk, eggs, and sugar, they make an ideal base for your next boxed cake mix creation.

    By L Valeriote December 16th, 2023 Read More
  • bottles of whiskey

    Whiskey Should Be Your Top Choice For Boozy Homemade Cake Icing

    Want to spice up your cake with a boozy punch in your frosting or icing? Time to look to a classic! Here's why you should choose whiskey every time.

    By Jennifer Waldera December 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Slice of water pie

    Water Pie Is The Great Depression Dessert You Can Prep In Seconds

    This is what really goes into the curiously-named water pie, a Great Depression staple that remains cheap and extremely simple to throw together.

    By Erica Martinez December 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Chocolate fudge with nuts

    What Causes Grainy Fudge And How To Fix It

    Making fudge on the stovetop can create some unwanted scenarios like an unwanted grainy texture in the final result. Here's what causes it and how to fix it.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed December 15th, 2023 Read More
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