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  • Ree Drummond smiling

    Ree Drummond Has A Problem With The Way We Make Cinnamon Toast

    If you like to scatter some cinnamon and sugar on bread and call it a day, Ree Drummond wants to show you how your cinnamon toast could be so much better.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed March 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Cooking steak on a grill

    The Side Of Steak You Cook First Actually Matters

    Cooking a steak at home can be an incredibly rewarding experience but how you cook it matters, including what side of the meat you start with.

    By Joey DeGrado March 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Pie with golden brown pastry at the British Pie Awards 2024

    What Makes The Perfect British Pie, According To Expert Judges

    In Britain, pie is more than a meal: It's an illustrious tradition, full of history and flavor. Our experts discuss what, exactly, makes the perfect pie.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt March 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Crispy bacon on wooden cutting board

    The One-Step Secret To Thwarting Rubbery Bacon

    No one wants a mouthful of rubbery bacon. To make sure each piece is a crispy delight, you need to cook your meat in a few tablespoons of water.

    By Jennifer Mathews March 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Jose Andres in front of greenery

    Why You Shouldn't Bother With Crumbled Feta, According To José Andrés

    If you love feta cheese, there's good reason why you should only ever use it in block form according to popular Mediterranean chef José Andrés.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed March 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Lemon slices and sugar

    The Lemon Hack To Prevent Sugar From Crystalizing

    To prevent caramel and other sugar-based candies from turning gritty, use a squeeze of lemon and some other tips to cut down on sugar crystal formation.

    By Hannah Beach March 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Bobby Flay hosting cooking event

    The Hardest Dish Bobby Flay Ever Made On Beat Bobby Flay

    It may be difficult to believe, but the most challenging dish Flay ever made on "Beat Bobby Flay" was actually lasagna, and not for obvious reasons.

    By Madeline Murphy March 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Carla Hall on red carpet

    Carla Hall's Technique For Chicken Fried Steak Makes It Extra Crispy

    Texture matters in a dish like chicken fried steak. But there are simple ways to make it even more crispy, and Carla Hall has a great trick.

    By Joey DeGrado March 20th, 2024 Read More
  • slices of raw bacon on white background

    Is It Safe To Eat Undercooked Floppy Bacon?

    Are you a floppy bacon lover? Do you enjoy how it just melts in your mouth? Unfortunately, you're putting yourself at risk for some serious food poisoning.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen March 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Ranch dressing and sauces with lime

    Lime Mayo Is The Key To Perfecting Restaurant-Style Ranch At Home

    All you need to do to create delicious restaurant-worthy ranch dressing at home is to swap in some tangy lime mayonnaise for the regular kind.

    By Erica Martinez March 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Bobby Flay smiling at a 2024 event

    Bobby Flay's Lid Tip To Avoid Burnt Food While Grilling

    Bobby Flay is an undeniable master of the grill, so when he says to use the lid of your grill with larger cuts of meat and sturdier vegetables, we listen.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen March 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Pot of stock beside beef bones

    The Last Thing To Make Before You Throw Away Used Stock Bones

    One classic way to reuse stock bones is called remouillage, a French culinary practice that involves making a second, weaker stock with used bones.

    By Catherine Rickman March 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Measuring cup of mayo

    Dry Vs. Liquid Measuring Cups: Which Is Better For Mayo?

    Mayonnaise seems neither totally liquid nor solid, and while one type of popular measuring cup is better for this ingredient, other tools be more accurate.

    By Hannah Beach March 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Mashed potatoes in bowl surrounded by raw whole potatoes

    How An Immersion Blender Can Mess Up Your Mashed Potatoes

    An immersion blender is a convenient, powerful tool that looks like it could mash potatoes in no time, but its high blending power can result in a disaster.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt March 19th, 2024 Read More
  • dry-charred asparagus with lemon

    If You're Not Dry-Charring Asparagus, You're Making A Huge Mistake

    What's worse than soggy, limp asparagus? Not a whole lot. Avoid the disappointment by dry charring the asparagus for crispy, delicious results.

    By Jennifer Mathews March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Egg whites in white bowl

    What's Actually In Store-Bought Egg White Cartons

    Egg whites from a carton may seem mystifying, due to their different appearance and texture than to fresh egg whites, but these products really are simple.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • ramen in a white ramekin with cheese melted on top

    American Cheese Is The Secret Ingredient You Didn't Know Ramen Needed

    Whether you're reaching for ramen or ramyeon, your bowl won't be complete until you try it with a slice of American, yes, American cheese melted right in.

    By Food Republic Staff March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • plate of spaghetti

    The Best Ways To Liven Up Plain Spaghetti

    Spaghetti is a classic dish, but making it the same way every week can get boring. Next time, try a pumpkin-based sauce, mix in some ricotta cheese, and more!

    By Brian Good March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Popcorn in a bowl

    How To Microwave Popcorn Kernels Without The Bag

    If you love movie theater popcorn and want that taste at home, skip the store-bought options and heat up kernels and oil in the microwave (no bag needed).

    By Samantha Jenkins March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis smiling

    Giada De Laurentiis' Stove Tip To Prevent Clumpy Cacio E Pepe

    For the silkiest cacio e pepe with no unpleasant, gritty lumps of grated cheese in the sauce, follow Giada De Laurentiis' simple cooking technique.

    By Erica Martinez March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Person microwaving croissants

    Why Bread Gets Rubbery In The Microwave, But Not The Toaster

    Toasters are powered by infrared radiation, which is less selective than microwave radiation, and doesn't specifically target certain components in your food.

    By Catherine Rickman March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Long loaf of cornbread

    It's Time To Swap Your Hot Dog Bun For Cornbread

    You can make cornbread buns by using a boxed cornbread mix; make the batter as directed, but pour it into a bun-shaped mold that you form out of aluminum foil.

    By Erica Martinez March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • man slicing sushi roll

    The Easy Way To Make Sushi Without A Bamboo Mat

    This super easy rolling method can help you make all your favorite sushi rolls without a bamboo mat, and some other techniques deliver great results, too.

    By Hannah Beach March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Lasagna with béchamel sauce and sausage

    For The Best Béchamel Sauce, Break Out Your Griddle

    While you can make a solid béchamel sauce on the stove, it's so much easier (and less likely to burn) when you use the indirect heat of a griddle.

    By Madeline Murphy March 18th, 2024 Read More
  • lasagna serving displayed on plate

    How To Reheat Lasagna In The Oven For Crispy, Bubbly Results

    Before you reach for the microwave, turn to your oven for bubbly and crispy reheated lasagna that won't leave you with cold spots or burnt noodles.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen March 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Smoked brisket being sliced on cutting board

    The 3-2-1 Method You Should Know For A Better Passover Brisket

    We know, we know -- your Bubbe always braised the brisket, but you're missing out if you don't try the 3-2-1 smoking method for your Pesach Seder.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt March 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    Ina Garten Cuts Her Bagel Into Thirds, And You Should Try It Too

    Want to make your bagel easier to bite, or do you simply want to stuff more filling into your bagel? Then you need to try Ina Garten's trick for slicing bagels.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen March 17th, 2024 Read More
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