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  • Cows graze in a field.

    Buying A Half Cow? Here's How Much Beef You Can Expect To Get

    Buying beef in bulk can be a good way to save money and time spent grocery shopping. Here's exactly how much meat you'll get from a processed half cow.

    By Jack Rose 21 hours ago Read More
  • A hand placing the lid over a flaming backyard charcoal barbecue grill.

    The Average Lifespan Of Your Charcoal Grill

    Charcoal grills may be a touch trickier to manage than gas or pellet, but you get a more delicious end product. Here's how long you can expect them to last.

    By Andy Hume 2 days ago Read More
  • A juicy, sliced prime rib.

    How Long Prime Rib Lasts In Your Fridge

    Because prime rib is such a large cut, you're likely to end up with leftovers. So, how long will it last in the fridge, and how should you store it?

    By Andy Hume 6 days ago Read More
  • A rotisserie chicken on a plate.

    The Simple Mistake To Avoid When Storing Rotisserie Chicken In Your Fridge

    To ensure your leftover rotisserie chicken actually tastes nice and fresh the next day, it might be time to rethink your fridge storage method.

    By Andy Hume 8 days ago Read More
  • A salad from Olive Garden sits next to breadsticks, soup, and pasta.

    You Can Easily Adopt Olive Garden's Simple Salad Trick

    Olive Garden's salad is world famous for being as generous as it is delicious, but one of the reasons it is so good is down to this simple trick.

    By Jack Rose 9 days ago Read More
  • Cook grilling hot dogs on an outdoor grill

    Keep This Safety Rule In Mind When Grilling Your Hot Dogs

    Hot dogs are pre cooked, so a lot of people throw safety rules out the window when making them. Here's one guideline to remember for your next cookout.

    By Jack Rose 20 days ago Read More
  • Assortment of colorful condiments in unlabeled jars on refrigerator shelf

    14 Condiments That Don't Need To Go In The Fridge Once You Open Them

    If your fridge is packed with jars and bottles of condiments, it's time to make some room. These sauces and spreads don't need to be refrigerated right away.

    By Becki Ledford 1 month ago Read More
  • A selection of different Scotch brands.

    What Is The Shelf Life Of A Bottle Of Scotch?

    To keep your Scotch in top condition, it's important to store it properly — but how long will an unopened bottle last if kept under ideal conditions?

    By Max Dean 1 month ago Read More
  • The dining room of a cruise ship.

    What Cruise Ships Do With All Of That Leftover Food

    Because leading cruise lines strive to keep guests continuously well-fed, managing the resulting food waste has become an inherent industry challenge.

    By Max Dean 2 months ago Read More
  • A plate of deviled eggs dusted with paprika

    Can You Freeze Deviled Eggs?

    Proper storage is key to maximizing an egg's shelf life, so freezing deviled eggs might sound like a smart move — but is it actually a good idea?

    By Jack Rose 2 months ago Read More
  • A refrigerator in a clean kitchen.

    How Long Refrigerators Typically Last

    Whereas people once had it good, with refrigerators that lasted up to 50 years, today's versions typically don't hold up for anywhere near that long.

    By Cara J Suppa 2 months ago Read More
  • Messy pile of plastic containers scattered.

    How To Give Food Container Lids New Life In Your Kitchen

    If you have lonely food containder lids that need a new home, don't throw them out! If they're in good repair, you can repurpose them into new things.

    By Nikita Ephanov 2 months ago Read More
  • Photographed picnic basket.

    Why You Might Want To Skip Packing Cheese For A Picnic

    It's getting to be picnic weather again, but there's something you should look out for when you pack your meal: It might be better to avoid cheese.

    By Nikita Ephanov 3 months ago Read More
  • shelves full of Costco items

    Never Throw Out Your Containers From Costco. Here's 8 Ways To Reuse Them

    Buying in bulk has lots of perks, including the all those large containers. They can be repurposed into many different things, from kids toys to car storage.

    By Donna Britt 3 months ago Read More
  • Person holding cast iron pan with paper towel.

    Why Your Cast-Iron Pots Deserve This Paper Towel Trick

    Cast-iron pans can be foolproof cookware when they're properly taken care of. Use paper towels when storing your pans to help keep them dry and rust free.

    By Nikita Ephanov 3 months ago Read More
  • A BLT sandwich.

    Why Lettuce Is Ruining Your Sandwich (And A Simple Fix)

    You've crafted yourself the perfect sandwich, each element balanced, perfectly sauced, only for it to be ruined by soggy lettuce. Don't make that mistake.

    By Max Dean 4 months ago Read More
  • Raw spinach leaves that are starting to wilt on a white plate

    Don't Throw Out Wilting Greens, Do This Instead

    Wilted greens might seem destined for the trash, but from soups to smoothies, you can bring them back to life and put them to good use in several tasty ways.

    By Emily M Alexander 4 months ago Read More
  • A Chipotle bowl with bag and napkins.

    Chipotle's Salads Have A Major Issue. Here's How To Solve It

    Chipotle makes fantastic fast-casual burritos, bowls, and tacos, but one thing it suffers from is soggy salads. Here's how to fix them to keep them dry.

    By Jack Rose 4 months ago Read More
  • A picnic with fruit, gummy candies, popcorn, and cooler filled with canned drinks

    These 10 Mistakes Will Ruin Your Perfect Picnic

    Picnics are one of the best ways to kick back, enjoy the weather, and have a bite with friends. But these mistakes will ruin your perfect picnic.

    By K.T. Phillips 4 months ago Read More
  • a bunch of Tupperware containers of all sizes, shapes, and colors are stacked.

    Boomers Were Right: This Tupperware Design Deserved More Hype

    Sure, Tupperware is from decades past, but that doesn't mean it's outdated. In fact, we think this design popular with Boomers is pretty darn great.

    By Nikita Ephanov 5 months ago Read More
  • cast iron skillet brushed with oil

    Skip This Old-School Cast-Iron Seasoning Method Unless You Want To Waste Your Time

    To ensure that your cast iron cookware stays in the best shape possible, Food Republic spoke to an expert about the old-school seasoning oil to avoid.

    By Nikita Ephanov 5 months ago Read More
  • Fish and chips in a takeout container by the waterside

    How To Prevent Takeout Fish And Chips From Getting Soggy

    Ideally, fish and chips should be crispy, but takeout orders are notoriously soggy by the time you get home. Fortunately, there are ways to mitigate the damage.

    By Alba Caraceni 5 months ago Read More
  • Stacks of fresh strawberries in plastic containers on store shelf

    9 Clever Uses For Leftover Plastic Fruit Containers

    As much as we'd like to, it's nearly impossible to avoid plastic packaging in grocery stores. But there are some clever ways to reuse those containers.

    By Emily M Alexander 5 months ago Read More
  • A pile of fresh, green okra

    What Is Woody Okra And How Do You Avoid It?

    Every okra connoisseur knows that woody okra can ruin a dish (if you don't prepare it properly). Here's what it is, how to avoid it, and how to salvage it, too.

    By Jack Rose 5 months ago Read More
  • A variety of glass jars.

    Can You Freeze Food In Glass Jars Without A Shattered Mess?

    If you've frozen a glass container before and it broke, you're certainly not alone. Fortunately, there are ways to safely freeze glass without it shattering.

    By Max Dean 6 months ago Read More
  • Shredded pot roast sits on a plate, smothered in gravy

    Here's How Long Leftover Pot Roast Lasts In The Fridge

    Leftover pot roast is a blessing. It's so versatile, you can make any number of dishes with it, so long as you remember to use it before it goes bad.

    By Cara J Suppa 6 months ago Read More
  • Strawberries in plastic containers on shelves

    Don't Throw Out Plastic Fruit Containers – Use Them On Your Next Road Trip Instead

    If you're a ravenous fruit eater, don't throw out those plastic containers they come in. Instead, repurpose them to enhance your next road trip.

    By Jack Rose 6 months ago Read More
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