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  • Glass of red wine with bottle and decanter

    Your Unopened Red Wine Lasts Longer Than You Think

    So you've got an unopen bottle of red wine and it's past its prime, so you're afraid it's got to go. Well, if stored correctly, it lasts longer than you think.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Unrefined sugar against blue backdrop

    How Cane Sugar, Or Sucanat, Gets Its Golden Hue

    Sucanat, aka sugar cane natural, has a wonderful golden color to it that's similar to brown sugar, but not quite the same. Where does this color come from?

    By Catherine Rickman January 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of oats and glasses of oat milk

    Why You Can't Use Instant Oats To Make Oat Milk

    Oat milk is on the rise, but as prices soar, many of us are trying to make our own. So why does it keep turning out gummy? That's because of instant oats.

    By Catherine Rickman January 15th, 2024 Read More
  • homemade tahini with sesame

    Tahini Doesn't Always Need To Be Refrigerated

    Tahini, a deliciously creamy and complex sesame paste, like other pantry staples, can just stay in your pantry rather than moving to the fridge after opening.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 15th, 2024 Read More
  • A variety of nuts and seeds

    The Nut With The Most Protein Per Serving

    If you're looking for a cheap but delicious way to add a little protein to your diet, all you need to do is get this inexpensive nut, err, legume.

    By Luke Field January 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay smiling

    Gordon Ramsay Doesn't Season His Wings, According To TikTok

    There are plenty of ways to make delicious and satisfying chicken wings, but Gordon Ramsay falls short. Sure, they look beautiful, but there's not enough salt.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed January 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Halved and quartered grapefruits

    How To Fix The Bitter Taste In Grapefruit

    Grapefruit is a delightful citrus that's popular for breakfast, in a salad for lunch, or eaten with cheese as dessert. But how can you tone down the bitterness?

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed January 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Colorful array of peppers in a wooden box

    Can You Still Eat Super Wrinkly Peppers?

    So you've discovered a pepper in the back of the fridge that you squirreled away a week ago and now it's wrinkly. Is it still safe to eat? Actually, yes.

    By Food Republic Staff January 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten speaking at 2019 New Yorker Festival

    The Ingredient Ina Garten Adds For Better Reheated Chicken

    There may be a million ways to reheat chicken, but Ina Garten has the absolute best tip to help impart even more flavor to the meat with things you likely have.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 14th, 2024 Read More
  • prepackaged salads on display

    The Best Spot In Your Refrigerator To Store A Salad

    Sure, we all know it's best to eat our salads ASAP, but maybe we just wanna do a little meal prep -- or we made extra. Just keep it in this part of the fridge.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Butter being scooped by a spread knife

    When To Use Name-Brand Vs Generic Butter

    There are many types of butter available to buy at the store, but there are some rules to know when you want to use name-brand or generic varieties.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Stack of bell peppers

    The Best Way To Store Bell Peppers So They Last Longer

    There's nothing worse than reaching for an ingredient only to find it's gone bad. To avoid spoiled bell peppers, here's how you should store them.

    By Audrey Enjoli January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Whole heads of broccoli and cauliflower in a wooden produce box

    The Difference Between Broccoli And Cauliflower, Beyond Color

    Broccoli and cauliflower look similar, and while they're in the same family, they couldn't be more different. Aside from how they taste, their nutrition varies.

    By Sharon Rose January 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of frozen vegetables

    Do Whole Foods Still Count If They're Canned Or Frozen?

    If you are adhering to or considering switching to a whole-food diet, you might be left wondering whether or not canned and frozen produce counts as whole food.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed January 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Background of green and red apples

    How To Clean Apples If You Prefer Them Skin-On

    You might think a quick rinse in the sink is the best way to clean an apple, but there's actually a more effective way that involves a little baking soda.

    By Audrey Enjoli January 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Pasta salad with fresh vegetables

    The Sheet Pan Hack To Quickly Cool Pasta Salad

    Whether you need to make pasta salad quickly for a last-minute event or are simply hungry and can't wait, this sheet pan trick can speed things up.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten at 2023 Library Lions Gala in NYC

    The Reason Ina Garten Refuses To Use Table Salt

    Ina Garten has her specifics in the kitchen, just like we all do -- but why does she absolutely refuse to use table salt when she's cooking?

    By Jennifer Mathews January 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay at the 2023 FOX Winter Junket in LA, California

    Why Gordon Ramsay Refuses To Eat On Planes

    If you're surprised that celebrity chefs like Gordon Ramsay refuse to eat on flights, you shouldn't be. There are plenty of health reasons why.

    By Khyati Dand January 10th, 2024 Read More
  • wheels of edam at Holland cheese festival

    Why Some Cheeses Need A Wax Rind And Others Don't

    Different cheeses come in different packages. Some have natural rinds like brie, some have none, and then there are those that are mysteriously covered in wax.

    By Chris Sands January 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Fries and milkshake

    There's A Scientific Reason Fries Taste So Good Dipped Into A Milkshake

    The appeal of salty-and-sweet combinations is actually supported by science, as sodium helps activate a special sugar receptor on your tongue.

    By Holly Emily Charlton January 9th, 2024 Read More
  • pile of broken dark chocolate bars

    Global Warming Is Wreaking Havoc On The World's Chocolate

    Global warming is set to devastate chocolate production - tree diseases and depleted sugar crops signal a grim future that will impact global supplies.

    By Food Republic Staff January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Jars of jams

    The Biggest Difference Between Jam And Chutney

    You've probably had jams and chutneys before, but can you name the difference? They both often feature fruit, but where does the difference lie?

    By Khyati Dand January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Jar of peanut butters with whole peanuts

    The Ingredient To Check For Before Buying Generic Peanut Butter

    Yes, peanut butter can be a nutritious and easy way to get your protein in, but if you're buying it with this emulsifier, you may be doing more harm than good.

    By L Valeriote January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Spices, citrus peels, and dried roses

    5 Food Scraps That Will Make Your Kitchen Smell Great

    There are plenty of ways to make a kitchen smell, well, horrible, but thankfully, there are just as many ways to use food scraps to deodorize the kitchen.

    By Sharon Rose January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Egg salad in avocado

    The Nutritious Reason To Serve Egg Salad Inside An Avocado

    Yes, avocado and egg are a natural pairing, both creamy and delicious, but putting the two together creates a balanced, nutritious meal anyone would love.

    By L Valeriote January 8th, 2024 Read More
  • salt being sprinkled onto steak on a wooden cutting board

    The Indisputable Best Type Of Salt To Season Steak With

    We all have likely heard that it's a good idea to liberally coat your steak with salt before cooking, but which salt should you reach for and why?

    By Food Republic Staff January 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Roasted vegetables on sheet pan

    You Can And Should Skip The Oil When Roasting Vegetables

    We've all been taught to brush oil onto our veggies before putting them into the oven for roasting, but it turns out that dry roasting is more effective.

    By Catherine Rickman January 7th, 2024 Read More
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