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  • Plate of cooked sweet potatoes, lentils, beets, and avocado

    The Important Step To Take When Adding Cooking Ingredients To Salads

    Making diverse, flavorful salads often calls for incorporating something cooked -- be it chicken, eggs, or roasted veg. Here's how to prevent wilting.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • Homemade margherita pizza has a fluffy crust.

    The Biggest Mistakes People Make With Homemade Pizza Dough

    We spoke with a pizza consultant to learn more about making pizza dough from scratch and why efforts at home may fail to deliver airy, flavorful pizza crust.

    By Jack Rose Read More
  • a mixture of spices and herbs in spoons and jars on a black background

    What Actually Makes Spices Different From Herbs?

    Herbs and spices are often used in the same ways, but there are quite a few biological and culinary differences between these ingredient categories.

    By Danielle Esposito Read More
  • Three raw cube steaks on wooden board

    Here's Why You Should Avoid Cube Steak Even Though It's An Affordable Cut

    Cube steak is such a bargain that you might swipe it up the second you're craving beef, but you'll likely wind up disappointed if you cook it on its own.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • Vegan parmesan with almonds, nutritional yeast, garlic powder and sea salt, in a small bowl

    A 2-Ingredient Vegan Substitute For Parmesan Features A Health Food Staple

    If you want to mimic the flavor and texture of parmesan, chef Guy Vaknin recommends using a popular vegan staple and combining it with one more ingredient.

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • A slice of pizza is lifted off a pan with a serving utensil

    The Style Of Pizza That's Easiest To Make Gluten-Free

    Nailing a gluten-free crust can be a challenge, so Food Republic spoke to an expert about the best types of pizza specifically for gluten-free dough.

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • A plate of fried tofu with a peanut dipping sauce

    How To Achieve Perfectly Crispy Tofu Every Time

    If you want to ensure that your tofu is crispy no matter what, you need to follow this expert's advice: Coat your tofu in this one ingredient.

    By Adam Raphael Read More
  • Square cucumber tea sandwiches stacked on lime green plate

    The Secret Flavor Upgrade For Better Cucumber Sandwiches

    Cucumber sandwiches are simple and refreshing, but if you find them a bit bland, try getting creative and upgrading them with just one extra step.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • Different cuts of raw steak with salt and herbs

    The One Cut Of Steak That's Foolproof For Beginners

    For cooks who are worried about drying out their steak, this crowd-pleasing cut offers plenty of insurance against overcooking plus an excellent flavor.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt Read More
  • adding pizza sauce to dough

    The Fermentation Step You Shouldn't Skip For Restaurant-Quality Pizza Dough

    To make the best pizza dough possible, Food Republic spoke to an expert pizza maker who detailed the fermentation step you might be missing.

    By Danielle Esposito Read More
  • Full roasted chicken basting in juices in a pan

    The Sweet Fruit You Should Pair With Roast Chicken For Italian Flair

    Even though a basic roast chicken is an incredibly easy dish to make, there's no reason to skip jazzing it up. One idea comes from a fruity Italian recipe.

    By Danielle Esposito Read More
  • A bowl of deviled eggs dip with golden round crackers sit on a plate.

    Deviled Egg Dip Is The Creamy, Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer You Can Make In Minutes

    Level up your classic deviled egg recipe and turn this traditional appetizer into a fun and tasty dip that's sure to become everyone's favorite.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • A downward view shows a crepe in a pan alongside neatly cracked eggs, a sifter sitting in flour and a cooking brush in a small cup of oil.

    What's The Actual Difference Between Crepes And Pancakes?

    A key ingredient makes all the difference when you're whipping up batter for pancakes or crepes. From there they can be as simple or as decadent as you desire.

    By Sean Pagnotti Read More
  • Shakshuka topped with three eggs in cast iron frying pan

    Canned Tomatoes Make Shakshuka Easy, But Which Ones Should You Use?

    For the most quick and flavorful shakshuka sauce, there are a few reasons why you'll want to reach for a certain style of canned tomatoes over fresh.

    By Sharon Rose Read More
  • An array of vegan non-dairy product substitutes are displayed.

    Why You're Having Trouble Melting Vegan Cheese (And How To Fix It)

    Vegan cheese is a great dairy-free alternative, but it can be difficult to melt. We consulted with a pro to learn how to properly melt vegan cheese.

    By Jack Rose Read More
  • a shiny knife smears peanut butter on airy bread

    The Secret To Better Peanut Butter Sandwiches Is Already In Your Fridge

    If you want to upgrade your peanut butter sandwich sans jelly, you can turn to your refrigerator. You have the one ingredient that will amp it up.

    By Sean Pagnotti Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay smiling at an event

    Gordon Ramsay's Powerful Secret For Flavorful Tomato Soup

    Acclaimed chef Gordon Ramsay turns his talents to tomato soup and uses an obvious ingredient to add depth and delicious umami flavor to this simple meal.

    By Adam Raphael Read More
  • White bowl full of frozen vegetables including green beans, cauliflower, and carrots next to white wooden spoon

    One Unexpected Cooking Method Gives Frozen Veggies A Touch Of Sweetness

    Instead of just boiling or sauteing frozen vegetables, which turns them soggy and bland, try this standout cooking method that makes them sweet and flavorful.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • traditional chinese fried rice in a white bowl on a table cloth

    The Secret For Truly Traditional Chinese Fried Rice

    If your homemade fried rice just isn't quite stacking up to your favorite takeout spot, you might be missing one specific ingredient for an umami punch.

    By Amara Michelle Read More
  • Square crozets pasta in red square dish

    The Traditional Way To Serve France's Crozets Pasta

    While Italy is well known for pasta, France's small, square-shaped crozets are traditional in the Savoy region. Here's how to serve the pasta like the locals.

    By Alba Caraceni Read More
  • Ree Drummond, also known as the Pioneer Woman, is photographed smiling at an event

    Which Spices Does The Pioneer Woman Use In Her Chicken Pot Pie Filling?

    A chicken pot pie is a household staple. It's comforting, simple, delicious. But you can make it even better with this special addition from the Pioneer Woman.

    By Megan Forrester Read More
  • Roasted sweet potato french fries in a skillet with herbs. White background. Top view.

    Skillets Are Great At Reheating Fries, With One Exception

    You can use a skillet and a little oil to reheat leftover french fries to crispy perfection. It works for almost all types of fries, with one exception.

    By Jordyn Stone Read More
  • Sweet potato fries on a plate with tomatoes

    The Mistake That's Ruining Your Sweet Potato Fries

    There's nothing like a batch of homemade sweet potato fries. But if yours are turning soggy, there's one big mistake you may be making that's ruining them.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • pasta salad in a bowl on a counter

    The Secret Ingredient For A Bold And Delicious Pasta Salad

    Pasta salad is a great blank canvas for whatever flavors you enjoy, and the secret for a bold and flavorful dish may already be on your spice rack.

    By Jennifer Waldera Read More
  • Seven glass spice bottles lined up on a counter, wooden wall behind them

    The Spice Bottle Hack For Easy Dispensing And Less Shaking

    If your spices have started to clump up and you're having trouble getting the contents out of the bottle, this simple trick is exactly what you need.

    By Jordyn Stone Read More
  • A plate of barbecue chicken with a ramekin of barbecue sauce on top, topped with fresh herbs.

    Elevate Your BBQ Sauce With An Unexpected Zingy Fruit

    Whether you prefer your barbecue sauce sweet, smoky, tangy, or spicy, there's an easy, fruity addition that will make all the flavors shine.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • cooked and sliced skirt steak on a stone background

    What Does Slicing Meat 'Against The Grain' Mean, Really?

    You're probably at least somewhat familiar with the concept of slicing meat against the grain, but actually doing it is another thing. Here's what to know.

    By Danielle Esposito Read More
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