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  • Shredded hash browns

    The Best Type Of Potatoes For Crunchy, Golden Hash Browns

    If you want to make sure your homemade hash browns are golden, crispy, and perfect, you need to use russet potatoes and only russet potatoes.

    By Avery Tomaso February 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Buffalo chicken wings on wooden board

    The Underrated Ingredient You Can't Skip For Crispy Chicken Wings

    If you're in the mood for the crispiest of crispy chicken wings, forgo the flour -- all you need is a bit of aluminum-free baking powder in your rub.

    By Catherine Rickman February 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Top down view of fruit in blender

    The One Ingredient You Should Add To Every Smoothie

    It may sound counterintuitive, but go with us for a second -- if you want the fruity flavors of your smoothie to shine, you need to add salt. Why? Science!

    By Annie Epstein February 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Cubes of tofu on a wooden board

    How To Tell When Tofu Has Gone Bad

    If you have a package of tofu sitting in the back of your fridge, you might be wondering if it's still good. Thankfully, it's easy to tell when it goes bad.

    By Khyati Dand February 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Chicken wings laid out on a wooden surface

    The Secret To Extra Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings

    If you're planning on crisping up your chicken wings in your air fryer, you need to focus on the chicken skin and get it cooked to perfection.

    By Food Republic Staff February 5th, 2024 Read More
  • egg drop soup with tomatoes and chives

    How To Create Thick And Silky Egg Ribbons For Better Egg Drop Soup

    Egg drop soup is a delicious addition to any meal, but if your egg ribbons have been more egg scrambles, you need to try this cornstarch trick.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen February 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Toast coming out of toaster

    You Need To Start Making Toast From Frozen Bread

    Want to make sure your bread lasts long enough to turn the whole loaf into toast before it goes stale? It's time to store your bread in the freezer.

    By Audrey Enjoli February 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Deglazing in pan with thyme and rosemary

    Deglaze Pans With Coke And Vinegar For Alcohol-Free Wine Flavor

    If you want to dupe the flavor of a wine-based pan sauce without the wine, never fear! You can simply swap vino for Coke and red wine vinegar.

    By Holly Emily Charlton February 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Crate of oranges in sunny grove

    Why You're More Likely To Find California Oranges In Florida Grocery Stores

    If you've been to a shop in Florida, you may have seen oranges and assumed they came from the many local groves. But they most likely flew in from California.

    By Hannah Beach February 4th, 2024 Read More
  • A bowl of sauce with spaghetti and tomatoes on the side

    Instant Coffee Is The Secret Ingredient That Wakes Up Spaghetti Sauce

    Do you find your spaghetti is simply a little sad? That it could use a boost of flavor? It might be time to look at instant coffee to wake things up.

    By Khyati Dand February 4th, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of cucumber salad with sesame and pepper

    The Simple Coating You Need For Powerfully Crunchy Cucumbers

    If you're making a batch of cucumber salad, or even just pre-slicing your cukes, you need to try this easy marinade to ensure your veg stays crunchy.

    By Food Republic Staff February 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Blueberry muffin surrounded by fresh blueberries

    The Creamy Secret Ingredient For Muffins That Are Light As Air

    Are you struggling to make your muffins as fluffy and light as you want? Then you need to try a secret ingredient, yogurt, to make the muffins of your dreams.

    By Annie Epstein February 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Person washing hands thoroughly

    Rub Your Hands On Stainless Steel To Banish Garlic Smells

    Love garlic but detest that sticky garlic oil that gets on your hands and stinks up your kitchen? Peel and smash away! Stainless steel can help remove odors.

    By Sharon Rose February 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis cooking

    Giada De Laurentiis' Favorite Rice For Making Risotto

    Risotto isn't an easy to dish to make by any means, but using Giada De Laurentiis' favorite rice for the dish certainly makes things easier.

    By Khyati Dand February 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • A bowl of oatmeal with fruits

    Pay Attention To Your Liquid Ratio For A Better Bowl Of Oatmeal

    If your oatmeal is turning out clumpy, chewy, or too goopy, then it might not be how you're cooking it, but how much liquid you're using when you do.

    By Khyati Dand February 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Shrimp tempura in bowl with dipping sauce

    Yes, You Can Eat Shrimp Tails. Here's The Best Way To Try It

    If you've ever had shrimp tempura, you've likely already eaten a shrimp tail without even knowing. The shells add crunch, nutrition, and tasty delightful.

    By Holly Emily Charlton February 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Person putting a cup of water in a microwave

    The Biggest Pitfall To Keep In Mind While Microwaving Water

    Be careful if you're sticking a mug of water into the microwave. Unfortunately, the water may superheat and actually explode when you try to remove the mug.

    By Khyati Dand February 1st, 2024 Read More
  • people cheersing with red wine

    The Reason Some Wine Is More Alcoholic Than Others

    You've likely noticed it as you shop for a bottle of wine, but why is it that some wines have more alcohol than others? The answer boils down to sugar.

    By Avery Tomaso February 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Aaron Franklin smiling

    The Brisket Cut For The Best Barbecue, According To Aaron Franklin

    There are three types of brisket: whole (also called the packer cut), the flat, and the point. But which is the best to throw onto the grill for barbecue?

    By Food Republic Staff January 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Bobby Flay smiling at 92NY event

    The Only 2 Ingredients Bobby Flay Uses To Season His Burgers

    Plenty of us out there like to doctor up our burgers before we grill them, with a little mustard or some garlic. But Bobby Flay sticks to just two things.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 31st, 2024 Read More
  • shower head running in bathroom

    Is It Hygienically Acceptable To Eat In The Shower?

    Ready to be part of the "shower-eating movement"? First, you may want to know if it's hygienically acceptable and safe to do so. Here's what the science says.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 30th, 2024 Read More
  • brown gravy ladled into pitcher

    The Peanut Butter Hack That Can Save Burnt Gravy

    No one wants to spend the time creating a gorgeous gravy only for it to burn on the stove last minute. The best rescue? Peanut butter, actually.

    By Jennifer Mathews January 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Cooked salmon with crisp skin on black plate with asparagus

    The Parchment Paper Hack For Shatteringly Crisp Salmon Skin

    If you want flawlessly crispy skin on your salmon fillet, don't reach for a nonstick pan. Instead, just this one easy hack for the crispy salmon of your dreams.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Bag of frozen shredded cheese

    How To Thaw Frozen Cheese So It Still Tastes Fresh

    The key to ensuring that your frozen cheese keeps its consistency and fresh flavor is to let it thaw properly before you use it in your specific dish.

    By Catherine Rickman January 29th, 2024 Read More
  • ribeye in pan basted in butter pan sauce

    Avoid A Broken Pan Sauce With An Easy Butter Temperature Fix

    The secret to a perfectly creamy and delicious pan sauce? Using cold butter right out of the fridge to avoid your sauce (and dinner dreams) from breaking.

    By Annie Epstein January 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Stale loaf of bread next to saw

    Why Bread Gets Hard When It's Stale

    Though food scientists have figured out a few workarounds to delay the bread-hardening process, stale bread is as inevitable as death and taxes.

    By Annie Epstein January 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis smiling at Ferrari red carpet event

    How To Tell When Chicken Is Cooked Inside, According To Giada De Laurentiis

    We all know that the safest way to ensure chicken is cooked is with a thermometer, but Giada De Laurentiis has a tip for how to tell when you don't have one.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 28th, 2024 Read More
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