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  • Stacked halves of grilled cheese on a wooden board.

    How To Freeze Your Grilled Cheese Sandwiches For The Ultimate Meal Prep

    If having crispy, melty comfort food on standby is a priority, then you'll want to try freezing already-prepped grilled cheese sandwiches. Here's how you do it.

    By Jennifer Waldera Read More
  • A cook stirs scrambled eggs with a wooden spatula on an electric stove

    How To Know Exactly When Scrambled Eggs Are Done

    Scrambled eggs might seem like one of the easiest meals to prepare, but this simple trick may prevent you from overcooking your breakfast.

    By Eli Cohen Read More
  • Diced raw chuck roast sits on a wooden cutting board next to a meat cleaver, with garlic cloves, a dish of seasonings, a yellow bell pepper, and potatoes nearby

    Unlock The Secret To Ultra-Flavorful Chili With This Perfectly Balanced Beef Blend

    When it comes to making chili, choosing the right beef blend is absolutely vital. However, achieving a perfectly balanced beef blend is not straightforward.

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • Fully cooked lasagna in a blue and white checkered deep pan, on a wooden table with utensils and a napkin in the background.

    The Citrus Ingredient That Will Improve Your Next Lasagna

    Lasagna is already a near-perfect dish but if you want to experiment or just to take your go-to comfort food to the next level, a citrus ingredient will do it.

    By Shaun Melady Read More
  • A steak cooking on a stovetop in a black frying pan

    Save Your Steak Drippings! Make A One-Pan Steak Sauce With All Those Flavorful Juices

    Rather than throw out steak drippings, you can use them to make a scrumptious sauce. Food Republic spoke with recipe developer Laura Ascher to find out how.

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • A whole raw chicken sits on a wooden cutting board surrounded by herbs and aromatics

    Should You Dry Or Wet Brine Your Chicken? Which Yields Better Results

    To wet brine or to dry brine, that is the question. Chef Dennis Littley's expert tips will help you choose for chicken that's perfectly seasoned and crispy.

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • Canned oysters in oil on blank white surface

    5 Ways To Give Canned Oysters A Luxurious Twist

    When it comes to oysters, fresh isn't always best. There are tons of ways you can transform canned oysters into crave-worthy appetizers and small bites.

    By Lili Kim Read More
  • Veggie patties stocked on a white plate with broccoli and cauliflower in the background.

    The Creamy Binder You Need To Try In Your Next Batch Of Veggie Burgers

    Never make another sad veggie burger with these tips from chef David Figueroa. Plus he knows the perfect creamy binder that beats out eggs and breadcrumbs.

    By Jennifer Waldera Read More
  • Roast beef with a knife cutting into it on a wooden cutting board

    How To Properly Prepare A Beef Roast For The Air Fryer

    Air fryers are small-scale convection ovens that can do a lot more than you might expect — like cooking an entire beef roast with a deliciously browned crust.

    By Alba Caraceni Read More
  • Hands holding a plate of eggplant fries topped with creamy spread, and a side bowl of dipping yogurt sauce. The person is wearing a yellow shirt and standing on a wooden floor.

    The Unexpected Vegetable That You Can Transform Into Fries

    Turning fiber-filled vegetables into fries is quickly becoming a go-to for ambitious cooks, but there's one ideal vegetable you may not have even considered.

    By Shaun Melady Read More
  • Perfectly cooked lobster tail with lemon wheels

    The Best Method For Cooking Lobster Tails

    To learn the ins and outs of the best way to cook lobster tails, we spoke with Michael Chavez, kitchen development manager at Angry Crab Shack.

    By Jack Rose Read More
  • A grillmaster flips burgers on a grill with friends seated at a table in the background

    What Is The 5-6-7 Rule When Cooking Hamburgers And Does It Actually Work?

    Grilling a burger is a fine art, and even art has steps that can help create a masterpiece. That's where the 5-6-7 rule comes in for perfect burgers every time.

    By Eli Cohen Read More
  • Fried chicken on a plate on a wooden surface

    Is Buttermilk An Essential Ingredient For Fried Chicken?

    Buttermilk helps tenderize chicken and is a great way to get breading to stick, but is it absolutely necessary for excellent fried chicken? An expert weighs in.

    By Jennifer Waldera Read More
  • A bowl of teriyaki sauce with red pepper flakes on top

    4 Ways To Improve Your Store-Bought Teriyaki Sauce

    Sweet, savory teriyaki sauce is perfect for a weeknight dinner, but some store-bought brands may not be to your taste. We asked an expert for some tips.

    By Danielle Esposito Read More
  • Penne a la vodka in a pot with parsley on top

    Here's The Timing Rule To Follow When Adding Vodka To Pasta Sauce

    We talked to Joshua Frias, executive chef at Naples Ristorante e Bar in Anaheim, California, and he told us that timing is the key to a perfect vodka sauce.

    By M Lavelle Read More
  • Pot roast in a blue pot on a wooden table and blue checkered napkin. Close up of roast, carrots, potatoes, and sauce with garnish.

    The Secret Ingredient That Will Elevate Your Favorite Pot Roast Recipe

    A pot roast is a comforting dish no matter the occasion, but there's one, unusual secret ingredient that will elevate this classic into something very special.

    By Shaun Melady Read More
  • Homemade Breaded Fried Avocado Fries with Chipotle Sauce

    Move Over Potatoes! Avocado Is The Substitute You Need To Try For Fries

    French fries are great -- but slices of avocado that have been breaded and fried might be just as delicious, and offer a brand new way to enjoy the trendy food.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill Read More
  • Plate of fried chicken on a green tablecloth with white polka dots.

    Why It's Crucial To Have 2 Thermometers When Making Fried Chicken

    This two thermometers hack from celebrity chef Art Smith will have your fried chicken perfectly crispy and golden brown — you'll never want to do takeout again.

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • Bowls of different types of dried lentils

    How Many Types Of Lentils Are There? Here's How To Best Use The Main Ones

    A basic guide to legumes might help you understand lentils as a whole, but it won't tell you that there are actually five main types of this versatile food.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • Steak and fries on a plate.

    The Effortless Way To Flavor Frozen Fries With Your Steak Dinner

    If you're making that classic dish steak frites with frozen fries, you can very easily amp up the flavor by simply serving the meal in this way.

    By Lili Kim Read More
  • A bowl of creamy potato salad with green onions

    The Best Type Of Potato For Classic Potato Salad

    When you're gearing up to make some potato salad, you need to use the right type of potato to prevent a mushy disaster from ruining your dish.

    By Jack Rose Read More
  • Frozen raw meat on plate surrounded by seasonings

    Mistakes Everyone Makes When Defrosting Meat, According To Experts

    Defrosting meat seems simple enough, but according to the experts, there are some mistakes everyone makes when defrosting meat. Here's how to avoid them.

    By Emily M Alexander Read More
  • Soy sauce being poured into a bowl on blue plate

    What Really Separates Light And Dark Soy Sauce

    Soy sauce can add an extra dash of umami to all your favorite dishes, and the choice between light and dark soy sauce is a very important one.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • Sliced steak with fried chanterelles and seasonings

    Why Chanterelle Mushrooms Are The Best Type To Pair With Steak

    When it comes to adding mushrooms to a meaty, flavorsome steak, your best option are golden chanterelles, according to an expert executive chef.

    By Jack Rose Read More
  • A French omelet sits on a white plate with an arugula salad

    5 Tips For Making An Egg Yolk-Only Omelet

    While these days an egg yolk-only omelet might sound like a luxury, treat yourself and achieve omelet egg-cellence with these expert tips from Rena Awada.

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • Hamburger on sesame seed bun sitting on a wooden board.

    The Secret Ingredient You Wouldn't Expect For The Juiciest Burgers

    A juicy burger can be tricky to manage, especially if you're cooking over an open flame. However, this common kitchen ingredient can ensure moist meat.

    By Jennifer Waldera Read More
  • Crispy pieces of fried fish

    How To Reheat Fried Fish And Revive Its Crispy Coating

    Catfish is delicious when its fried, but what do you do with the leftovers? Chef Johnnie Gale reveals the secret to a reheated fried catfish that stays crunchy.

    By Simone Paget Read More
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