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  • spaghetti with tomato sauce and meatballs

    The Smoky Ingredient That Elevates Basic Spaghetti Sauce

    A hint of smoke can make any homemade or store-bought spaghetti sauce more delicious, and achieving this effect starts with a simple, staple ingredient.

    By Jennifer Waldera February 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Scalloped potatoes in a ceramic baking dish

    The Best Variety Of Spud For Tender Scalloped Potatoes

    Not all potatoes are created equal when it comes to scalloped potatoes -- so which variety makes the absolute best and why? Turns out, it's starchy potatoes.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt February 12th, 2024 Read More
  • cook chopping various fresh herbs

    The Cheese Grater Hack That De-Stems Herbs In A Swipe

    If you hate the long process of washing, plucking, and chopping fresh herbs, you can pull out your box grater to pluck the leaves off the stems in a flash.

    By Audrey Enjoli February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • chicken pot pie

    14 Hacks To Make Store-Bought Pot Pies Even Better

    Homemade pot pies aren't all that complicated to make, but sometimes it is just easier to buy one from the store. Here are tips for upgrading it.

    By Emily M Alexander February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • chili in a pot on table with two serving bowls

    The Chili-Cooking Mistakes We All Make

    Cooking chili at home isn't hard, but we've all made a mistake or two along the way that has led to lower-quality results. Here's how to make perfect chili.

    By Brian Good February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis on step and repeat

    Giada De Laurentiis' Favorite Brand Of Dried Pasta, Besides Her Own

    Giada De Laurentiis, famed Italian chef, is understandably known for her Italian cooking, so when she gives us her favorite pasta brand, we listen.

    By Audrey Enjoli February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Stack of crepes and jams

    You Can Make Fresh Crepes From Stale Bread

    Have some stale bread slices or an older baguette lying around? Don't toss it. Instead use it to make fresh crepes for a delicious breakfast.

    By Catherine Rickman February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Peeled peach on a cutting board

    Boiling Water Is The Key To Easily Peeling Peaches

    Peeling peaches can be difficult and time-consuming, unless you try this easy two-step method that uses boiling water to make the skins slip right off.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Loaf of banana bread sliced with bananas

    The Secret To Storing Banana Bread So It Stays Moist

    When looking for a way to keep your banana bread nice and fresh, you can't just leave it sitting out on your counter. Here's how to keep it perfectly moist.

    By L Valeriote February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • roasted whole cauliflower on display

    The Step You Shouldn't Skip When Roasting A Whole Cauliflower

    Blanching your cauliflower in salted water gives its interior a chance to season itself before the roasting process, infusing the entire head with flavor.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • canned chipotles in adobo sauce

    You Should Be Buying Canned Chipotles Just For The Sauce

    Canned chipotles often come soaking in delicious adobo sauce, and it's the perfect addition to so many foods from mac and cheese to your perfectly seared steak.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Bruschetta with tomatoes and basil on plate

    The Best Bread For Actually Impressive Bruschetta

    If you want your bruschetta to really shine, you need to choose the right bread, and no, a baguette or standard Italian loaf won't cut the mustard.

    By L Valeriote February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring egg into a pot of boiling water

    Why You Should Season Poached Egg Water Like You Would For Pasta

    For the best poached eggs, the water you boil them in matters. Try treating it like you would a pot of watar for pasta and season accordingly.

    By Annie Epstein February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • sauce-coated chicken wings

    How To Seriously Elevate Your Homemade Chicken Wings

    Making your own chicken wings at home can be a worthwhile and delicious endeavor, but you could be doing even more to make your wings unforgettable.

    By Brian Good February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Soy sauce being poured into a bowl

    The Best Substitute For Soy Sauce In A Pinch

    In the middle of cooking but realize you're all out of soy? Don't panic -- your pantry probably has the best swap you need for the job already there.

    By Khyati Dand February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • mashed potatoes

    13 Delicious Ways To Use Up Leftover Mashed Potatoes

    Leftover mashed potatoes can inspire a surprising amount of creative and delicious recipes, from Polish pierogis and Sheperd's pies to dumplings and pancakes!

    By Suzannah Kolbeck February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of oatmeal with fruit

    For The Best Oatmeal Texture, Skip The Boiling Liquid

    You might boil your oatmeal over high heat to get breakfast on the table faster, but there are a few good reasons why taking it slow is a much better idea.

    By L Valeriote February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Beef brisket being sliced after smoking

    The Best Type Of Wood To Use For Smoking Brisket

    Whether it's your first time smoking a brisket or you just want to try something new, you should absolutely be using this one type of wood to smoke your meat.

    By Food Republic Staff February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Large Mezzaluna cutting pizza

    The Game-Changing Tool You Need To Replace Rolling Pizza Cutters

    Rolling pizza cutters serve a purpose, but let's be honest -- they don't serve that purpose well, leaving pizza a sloppy mess. Avoid the stress with this tool.

    By L Valeriote February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay on step and repeat

    Gordon Ramsay's Three-Finger Rule For Chopping Herbs Is Genius

    Gordon Ramsay's three-finger rule for cutting herbs not only helps you preserve the flavor of your herbs, but also protects your fingers from getting cut.

    By Audrey Enjoli February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Martha Stewart at event

    Martha Stewart's Secret Ingredient For Hearty Meatballs

    Meatballs are a great meal to batch cook and freeze. Whether a weeknight meal or party pleaser, there's a way to make them better, says Martha Stewart.

    By Annie Epstein February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Bobby Flay at Scheckeats -- Cooking Smarter in 2023

    Bobby Flay's Pro Tip For Making Fresh Pasta In No Time

    Bobby Flay has mastered the art of many cuisines, and his savvy skills with pasta are no exception. His hack for making pasta dough in a jiff is a real winner.

    By Jennifer Mathews February 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Stand mixer with whisk attachment

    How To Make Ice Cream Using Only A Stand Mixer

    While, yes, you can use an ice cream maker to make ice cream, you don't actually need one. If you have a stand mixer, you can make creamy ice cream at home.

    By Catherine Rickman February 9th, 2024 Read More
  • grilled cheese halves stacked on top of each other with sprigs of fresh herbs

    The Toothpick Trick For Foolproof Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

    The air fryer can be the best appliance to give you the melty, gooey grilled cheese of your dreams. But there's a trick you may want to use with toothpicks.

    By Jennifer Waldera February 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Crispy fried chicken feast with different sides

    For Extra Crispy Fried Chicken At Home, Grab The Vodka

    To ensure your fried chicken (or your fried cauliflower!) has the crispiest, crunchiest crust, you need to swap your wet ingredients for vodka -- yes, vodka.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt February 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Guy Fieri smiling during the 2023 opening of the Las Vegas Flavortown

    Guy Fieri's Potato 'Snow' Makes The Smoothest Mash

    Guy Fieri, resident king of Flavor Town, knows how to make the smoothest, most delicious mashed potatoes with the help of one device, a ricer.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen February 8th, 2024 Read More
  • tortilla chip with guacamole

    Game-Changing Ingredients That Will Upgrade Your Guacamole

    You want your guacamole to stand out on game day. Sure, you can go for the standard stuff. But from bacon to pomegranate, these ingredients are game changers.

    By Lauren Bair February 8th, 2024 Read More
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