There's a real art and science to making quick breads, and it all comes down to the proper mixing technique. Here's a tip on how to do it right every time.
Italy's renowned focaccia and France's fougasse both start off from a similar dough, and yet, are two entirely different breads. Here are the main differences.
While ingredient substitutions can work in baking, there are good reasons why butter (or margarine) should never be replaced by a certain type of product.
Pumpkin bread is great on its own, but can be made even better by using nuts in a variety of fun ways, from toppings to fillings to combos with other add-ins.
No matter the time of year, pumpkin bread is a delicious quick bread, but like many bakes with a puree, can bake unevenly. Avoid under-baking with this tip.
Ina Garten has so many delicious dessert recipes that you'd think she has trouble choosing, but she actually has a favorite French treat to make over and over.
Nothing quite beats plain cheesecake, but it also makes a great canvas to showcase delicious toppings. Try this one for a savory twist on your sweet treat.
Baking a cake is part joy, part science, so getting the results just so, with a moist crumb, can be a challenge -- unless you follow this expert's advice.
Intimidated by using vanilla beans instead of the more common extract? Swapping the two is simpler than you think, and you can even reuse the pods afterward.
Canned vanilla frosting doesn't have to be basic - just keep browsing in the baking aisle to find flavorful ingredients that can instantly transform your bakes.
Vacuum-sealed blocks of dried or instant yeast require careful storage in the fridge or freezer to maintain their leavening qualities, as does fresh yeast.
Roasted veggies, when done well, are deliciously crisp without being soggy. However, if not done well, they can steam and be limp. Avoid that with this tip.
To get the inside scoop on how to make a homemade birthday cake taste like it came from a bakery, Food Republic spoke with chef and cookbook author Jake Cohen.
Want a hot and tasty pot pie, but not up to making your own pastry crust from scratch? This popular baked good makes for an easy and delicious stand-in.
It can be tricky to balance flavor, softness, and lift when baking with alternative flours, but expert chef and baker Jake Cohen has the perfect combination.