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Cara J Suppa

McDonald's Is Celebrating 50 Years Of A Popular Breakfast Item And Despite High Egg Prices, This $1 Deal Can't Be Beat

Soon, you will be able to snag one of McDonald's most iconic and ever-popular breakfast items for just $1, despite the nationwide egg shortage.

An Italian breakfast spread of cornetti and capuccinos sit on a white wooden table

Simone Paget

The One Breakfast Rule To Remember If You're Visiting Italy

The most important meal of the day looks quite a bit different in Italy. To avoid looking like a total tourist while abroad, keep this breakfast rule in mind.

Lauren Bair

Flavor Isn't The Only Thing That Makes Boxed Cake Mixes So Delicious

Boxed cake mixes are iconic at this point, but flavor isn't the only thing that makes them delicious. Here are some other reasons to love boxed cake mix.

Closeup of four hot dogs cooking on an outdoor grill

Cami Cox

Upgrade Your Hot Dogs With One Salty Trader Joe's Snack

Hot dogs are always delicious, and they're also easily upgradeable. This new salty snack from Trader Joe's gives your dogs a simple and delicious boost.

Classic Italian spaghetti with a rich, creamy carbonara sauce, made with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and black pepper.

Jennifer M. McNeill

The Pasta Cooking Rule You Don't Need To Follow

Discover the surprising pasta cooking rule you can ignore. Learn the secrets to perfect pasta every time by challenging traditional and embracing creativity.

Person dipping pan-fried pierogi into cream sauce

M Lavelle

Can Pierogis Be Sweet?

Pierogis are most frequently stuffed with hearty savory fillings, like meat and potatoes, but can they be turned into a satisfying dessert dish?

Eli Cohen

Why You Should Be Using Shio Koji For The Most Tender Meat

You may not have heard of shio koji before. It's a marinade native to Japan, made from fermented rice, that breaks down the proteins in meat gently.

Cracked egg sitting in a carton with other whole eggs

Cara J Suppa

Which Fast Food Chains Use Real, Whole Eggs?

Want to ensure your quick breakfast is still made with fresh ingredients? Try out these fast food chains that use real, fresh-cracked eggs in their menu items.

Simone Paget

Blend Up Popcorn For A Tasty Addition To Your Baked Goods

Popcorn is tasty and incredibly versatile, but it's more than just a snack food. Here's how you can make popcorn flour, a fabulous addition to baked goods.

A basket of Taco Bell tacos and chips sits on a wooden table outside

Cara J Suppa

How Taco Bell Remains So Affordable

Taco Bell has seemingly avoided the extreme price hikes that have impacted other fast food chains, but how has it pulled it off while still staying profitable?

A piece of moist chocolate cake with pistachios

Eli Cohen

The Mild, Secret Ingredient To Add For Perfectly Moist Cakes

If you want a cake that's full of rich, delicious moisture but still has a light, gentle crumb, you need to add this one type of dairy to your bake.

Person holding bowl of crunchy fresh salad with fork in hand

Jennifer M. McNeill

You Should Be Dressing Your Salad Twice — With 2 Different Dressings

If you want to level up your boring, soggy salad, dress it twice. The hack is even better when you artfully combine two different dressings.

Chala June

How To Judge The Quality Of A Sausage (According To A Butcher)

To find out how to shop for the best sausage available, Food Republic spoke to chef Thomas Odermatt, founder and CEO of Butcher's Bone Broth.

Former president Richard Nixon stands at a pulpit that bears the POTUS seal

Cami Cox

The Bizarre 2-Ingredient Combo Richard Nixon Ate For Breakfast

Food trends have changed drastically over time, but Richard Nixon's strange but simple breakfast was seen as odd even to his contemporaries.

A little girl holds a cherry-coated Dilly Bar

Cami Cox

How Did Dairy Queen's Famous Dilly Bar Get Its Name?

Dairy Queen has been known for its iconic frozen treats for nearly a century, including the famous Dilly Bar. Here's the story of how it came by its name.

A tasty BLT sandwich sits on a wooden cutting board with potato chips nearby

Cara J Suppa

What's The Best Kind Of Tomato To Put On A BLT Sandwich?

Real sandwich lovers know that the right ingredients can turn a good BLT into a great one. When it comes to choosing tomatoes, one type reigns supreme.

Two large mugs of clam chowder with fresh herbs

Emily M Alexander

15 Ingredients That Will Take Canned Clam Chowder To The Next Level

While canned clam chowder is delicious, you might feel like it could use a boost in the flavor department. Here's some ingredients that will do the trick!

A green shake with a shamrock decoration has whipped cream and a cherry on top while sitting next to golden and green cins

Cami Cox

The 5 Ingredient Alternative To McDonald's Shamrock Shake – No Green Dye Required

Missed the Shamrock Shake at McDonald's -- or just fancy something with natural green instead? There's an easy recipe you can follow at home.

A piece of rare steak is cut into slices by a sharp knife

Cara J Suppa

Why Rare Steak Is Safe But Rare Ground Beef Is A Recipe For Disaster

Learn why rare steak is safe to eat while rare ground beef poses health risks. Explore cooking methods and food safety practices to protect your health.

Coffee with a layer of whipped cream on top in a tall clear glass with a handle on a wooden surface

Alba Caraceni

For The Best Irish Coffee Drinking Experience, Don't Forget One Prep Step

A definitive Irish coffee comes in a small but elegant glass, showing off layers of rich coffee and lightly whipped cream, but prepping the mug is vital.

Pasta being taken out of boiling liquid with wooden ladle. Steam is behind the white pot, all on a dark background.

Shaun Melady

Boiling Your Pasta In Water Is Boring. For An Extra Flavor Boost, Use This Instead

If you want to make your favorite pasta dish have even more flavor, then don't boil your pasta in water. Use this instead for even more delicious oomph.

An interior shot of a Nando's, with a Nando's chicken mascot menu holder and hot sauce in view

Jennifer M. McNeill

This UK Fast Casual Chain's Sly Tactics Might Be Pushing Customers Out The Door

If you've ever had a cheeky visit to this popular U.K. spot, you may have felt slightly uncomfortable as you sat and tried to chat with a friend.

A pile of flour sits on a wooden surface near a small wooden bowl containing flour and a wooden spoon holding grains of wheat

Cami Cox

The Sweet Reason You Should Be Milling Your Own Flour

It may sound very 19th century, but milling your own flour when doing some at-home baking is a great way to improve the taste of your baked goods.

An overflowing wooden scoop of uncooked basmati rice sits on a gray countertop

Molly Wilson

Basmati Vs Jasmine Rice: What's The Difference?

Basmati and jasmine rice may share a similar look, but the two have different qualities and applications. Here's everything to know about both.

Lines of rotisserie chickens roast on open spits

Cara J Suppa

The Warehouse Chain With The Cheapest Rotisserie Chicken Isn't Costco

Costco is well-known for its low prices on quality items, but one competitor barely edges out the retailer when it comes to the cheapest rotisserie chicken.

Sadie Stringer

When You Should Avoid Putting Softened Butter Back In The Fridge

Softened butter is necessary for plenty of different recipes, but does this process it make a difference once you cool it back down? As it turns out, it does.

A hand holding chopsticks picks up a piece of sushi from a rectangular serving dish

Cami Cox

Is Sushi Supposed To Be Warmed Up?

For an authoritative answer on whether sushi should ever be warmed up, Food Republic reached out to Dr. Jae Choi, executive chef and owner of Yakitori Jinbei.

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