Why The Nutcracker Cocktail Is Banned In NYC
The nutcracker cocktail has long been stuff of New York lore - a high-proof, sweet drink that's often sold in bodegas and barbershops. Here's why it was banned.
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What Temperature Should You Cook Bacon At In The Oven?
Cooking bacon in the oven is easy, hands-off, and delivers excellent results, but only if you cook it at a temperature where it won't burn or undercook.
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Fall Comes Early As Starbucks' Rolls Out Its New Fall Menu And Classic PSL
Break out the cozy scarves and beanies -- fall is officially back at Starbucks as it launches classic favorites with plenty of tempting new options.
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Did Alicia Silverstone Actually Eat Poisonous Fruit?
Alicia Silverstone took to TikTok during a jaunt in London where she made a video of herself eating a strange tomato-like fruit, but what was it?
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The Frozen Ingredient You Should Add To Your Next Charcuterie Board
There's nothing so simple yet elegant and delicious as a charcuterie board done well, but you can really amp things up with this one frozen ingredient.
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The Simple Step That Prevents French Bread Pizza From Curling
To make sure your bread doesn't end up a soggy, slippery mess, you need to do this one simple step before you build your French bread pizza.
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How To Make Tartar Sauce With Just 3 Ingredients
Tartar sauce is a perfect dip for so many things, from fried fish to burgers to salads, and best of all, you can make it with just three ingredients.
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How To Tell If A Persimmon Is Ripe
The best way to tell if a persimmon is ripe is to know what type you have, look at its color, and then, in most cases, feel how soft the flesh is.
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The Water Alternative You Should Splash Into Smoothies (And It's Not Juice)
Water can certainly make a hydrating smoothie, but if you want to enhance the flavor of your smoothie while boosting your gut health, try adding kombucha.
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Chop Suey Vs Chow Mein: How Do They Differ?
While chop suey and chow mein are both made with vegetables and Chinese sauces, their preparations, ingredients, and origin stories are different.
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The Best Flour To Use When Cooking Homemade Fried Chicken
When it comes to frying proteins like chicken, not all types of flour are created equally. To get a truly crispy coating, use this one specific type.
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Perdue Recalls Frozen Chicken Nuggets And Tenders — Here's What To Know
If your family loves chicken nuggets and tenders from Perdue, you may want to know about a new recall of the frozen foods issued on August 16.
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What Part Of The Pig Is Ham Steak From?
Ham steak is both ham and steak, but what does that even mean? Which part of the pig does ham steak actually come from, and how should you cook it?
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The Unexpected Fruit Flavor That Inspired Swedish Fish
Swedish Fish aren't strawberry, raspberry, cherry, or even fruit punch; their actual flavor is far more unique and ties in with the candy's history.
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Is Canned Salmon Raw Or Cooked?
Canned salmon is useful for varied recipes, from enhancing pasta dishes to making fish burgers. However, many people are unclear if it's cooked before canning.
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Are Cheese Curds And Cottage Cheese The Same Thing?
Cheese curds may be less familiar to some of us than cottage cheese, but these two dairy products are actually more similar than you'd think.
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14 Fig Newtons Myths Debunked
This is for everyone who love Fig Newtons -- and even those who don't -- because there are a lot of myths to debunk surrounding this popular soft cookie.
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Take Your Pizza Night To New Heights With Canned Biscuits
Are you hosting a make-your-own-pizza party? Use canned biscuit dough for an easy way to let everyone personalize mini pies, and that's not the only option.
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The Best And Worst Cut Of Pork To Smoke
To figure out the best (and worst) cuts of pork for smoking, Food Republic consulted an expert, Rich Parente, the owner and chef of Clock Tower Grill in NY.
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Southwestern Pasta Salad Recipe
This hearty pasta salad features the classic flavors of the Southwest: warm spices, a touch of heat from the chipotle, lime, cilantro, corn, and black beans.
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How Famous Amos Created Its Iconic Cookie
Famous Amos was founded by Wallace "Wally" Amos, the first Black talent agent in the music business, who went from signing bands and stars to baking cookies.
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This Easy 2-Ingredient Fruit Dip You Need At Your Next Potluck
With two ingredients you might already have in your fridge or pantry, you can whip up a cool, creamy, sweet dip for fresh fruit (and you can even freeze it!).
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How To Easily Debone Chicken Thighs
From chicken sandwiches to stir-fries, there are so many ways to use chicken thighs, but you don't pay to extra for boneless meat. Here's how to debone at home.
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The Unusual Bread Julia Child Used For Her Tuna Sandwiches
Julia Child famously loved a simple tuna salad sandwich for lunch or dinner, but her choice of bread was quite unusual. Here's what she liked to use.
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Wood Chips Vs Chunks: Which Should You Use To Smoke Meat?
Food Republic asked Rich Parente, chef and owner of Clock Tower Grill, to share his tips on whether you should use wood chips or wood chunks to smoke meat.
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Blake Lively's Go-To Dessert Is So Easy To Make
Blake Lively is known for her iconic roles in film, but she should also be known for the amazing desserts she makes at home, including her easy go-to.
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The Best Way To Quickly Ripen Fresh Peaches
Nobody likes biting into a hard peach. Here's the secret to transforming those stubborn fruits into deliciously ripe treats within a few hours to a day.
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