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  • A Weber charcoal grill.

    2 Common Weber Grill Issues Customers Only Notice After Unboxing Their Purchase

    Weber is one of the most popular grill brands in the U.S., but with this popularity have also come several complaints — and disgruntled customers.

    By Allison Forsyth 1 day ago Read More
  • Weber Summit grill outside of home

    Why The Flames On Weber Summit Grills Get So Big

    The whole point of a grill is to cook over open flames, but large flames can also be alarming. We look at the science behind how these grills start.

    By Deepak Narayanan 5 days ago Read More
  • Two homemade veggie patties on wooden board with dried beans.

    How To Keep Veggie Burgers Intact When Cooking Without Adding A Binder To The Patties

    As any vegetarian can tell you, one of the hardest things about making veggie burgers is keeping the patty intact, especially without a binder.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 5 days ago Read More
  • Scored and spiced steak on wooden surface

    Does Scoring Steak Lead To A Better Crust?

    You may have heard that scoring your meat will result in a more textured meal. One expert has some other thoughts about the technique.

    By Matthew Spina 8 days ago Read More
  • Four black Weber grills lined up on a patio

    What Causes Weber Gas Grills' Temperature Regulation Problems

    If your Weber grill is struggling to regulate its temperature, here are some common issues that your grill could be having.

    By Dee Lopez 8 days ago Read More
  • seared and sliced ribeye steak with grilled vegetables

    Cook The Perfect Ribeye On Your Flat-Top Grill With The Ideal Temperature And Oil

    You can easily make a tasty, well-caramelized homemade ribeye on a flat-top, so long as you use this temperature and this type of oil.

    By Matthew Spina 9 days ago Read More
  • A beautifully grilled and sliced sirloin steak is on a platter.

    Make Steak That's Tender And Bursting With Flavor With One Simple Onion Trick

    We all know to tenderize meat using a meat mallet or an acidic marinade, but a humble onion can do the tenderizing trick just as well -- or even better.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 11 days ago Read More
  • A juicy double burger with melted cheese and pickles on a brioche bun with fries

    How Long To Rest A Burger Before Taking The First Bite

    A perfect burger is something to strive for, and that inevitably involves allowing them to rest for a certain amount of time before biting in.

    By Martha Brennan 12 days ago Read More
  • Cleaning the top of a grill with a garden hose and a sponge

    Is It Safe To Hose Down Your Grill?

    When the weather gets hot, many of use turn to the outdoors for meal prep. After a barbecue, clean up can be a particularly messy prospect.

    By Luna Regina 13 days ago Read More
  • a seared steak on a metal tray with fresh rosemary, coarse salt, and a fork beside it atop a wooden table

    You Can Cook Steak In Olive Oil, But There's A Catch

    If you avoid dairy, or olive oil is just your go-to fat for cooking, we talked to an expert about choosing the right kind for searing steak.

    By A.J. Forget 13 days ago Read More
  • Cooked beef in a pan topped with sliced onions

    Could Raw Onions Be Your Ticket To More Tender Steak?

    In the search for a perfectly tender cut of meat, you may have come across the notion that raw onions will help. Here's what one expert had to say.

    By A.J. Forget 13 days ago Read More
  • Gilling baby back ribs over direct heat

    West Texas-Style BBQ Is The No-Frills Cowboy Way Of Cooking Meats To Try Before Summer Is Over

    For the sort of barbecue style that would make an Old West cowboy proud, West Texas is where you want to turn before summer comes to a close.

    By Matthew Spina 14 days ago Read More
  • Blackstone Griddle

    How Long Do Blackstone Griddles Last?

    Blackstone griddles aren't cheap, so it helps to know how many years you can get out of them. Turns out, the answer isn't so straightforward.

    By Josie Dlugosz 14 days ago Read More
  • Outdoor cooking with kebabs

    Wood Grill Vs Smoker: How Each Is Unique (And Why They Make Your Food Taste Different)

    Wood grills and smokers might sound like they're basically the same, but the two outdoor cooking appliances function differently and make food taste unique.

    By Wendy Leigh 18 days ago Read More
  • Person grilling burger patties over charcoal

    The Timing Rule A Grilling Expert Follows When Seasoning Burger Patties

    Be careful not to season your homemade burgers too early. Follow the advice of Cowboy Kent Rollins for the best time to flavor your meat.

    By Matthew Spina 24 days ago Read More
  • Four hot dogs cooking on a hot grill with burgers in the background

    Give Hot Dogs These 2 Tangy Toppings For An Atlanta-Style Cookout

    For a hot dog that's bursting with gustatory complexity and textural contrast, you're going to want to give franks an Atlanta-style twist with two toppings.

    By A.J. Forget 26 days ago Read More
  • red Kamado style grill on wooden table

    What's The Average Lifespan Of Kamado Grills?

    The average lifespan of a kamado grill may be longer than you think, so here's what customers and manufacturers say about how long the product should last.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 27 days ago Read More
  • grilled argentinian red shrimp

    These Sweet Red Shrimp From Trader Joe's Are A Grilling Game Changer

    Their delicate stature makes them a popular choice for shrimp scampi and the like, but we're fond of grilling the not-so-little suckers.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 30 days ago Read More
  • grilled hot dogs

    Norwegian-Style Hot Dogs Ditch The Buns For Another Classic Bread

    Break free of the standard bun and cradle your sausage in the warm Scandinavian embrace of this tasty bread to give your hot dogs a Norwegian-style makeover.

    By Matthew Spina 1 month ago Read More
  • A juicy rack of barbecue babyback ribs

    What Cut Of Meat Are Baby Back Ribs, And Are They Pork Or Beef?

    If you're wondering what exactly baby back ribs are, we're here to help, with the lowdown on the meat, cut, and different ways of cooking these tasty ribs.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 1 month ago Read More
  • A person grilling burger patties outside

    Give Burger Patties 10X More Flavor By Adding This Seasoned Boxed Mix

    For the ultimate juicy and flavor-packed burgers, include a sprinkling of this surprising box mix seasoning next time you're prepping beef burgers from scratch.

    By Bridget Sharkey 1 month ago Read More
  • Overhead view of baby back ribs on cutting board

    Use The 2-2-1 Method For Baby Back Ribs With The Perfect Bite

    A Google search will present you with many opinions on how to cook the best ribs, but for beginners, there is just one simple rule to follow.

    By Kashmir Brummel 1 month ago Read More
  • A spatula being held above some homemade hamburgers cooking on a grill

    Why Your Homemade Hamburgers Keep Falling Apart (And How To Prevent It)

    There's nothing worse than crumbly hamburgers that fall apart on the grill, but keeping them together is surprisingly easy once you make one key change.

    By Ian Fortey 1 month ago Read More
  • Breakfast foods on a flat-top grill.

    Not Blackstone, Not Weber: Consumer Reports' Highest Rated Flat-Top Grill

    A lesser-known brand has outdone well-known brand names when it comes to flat-top grills, according to Consumer Reports. It outperformed in heating evenly.

    By Matthew Spina 1 month ago Read More
  • Close-up of a s'more with gooey marshmallow

    The Grilling Tool You Need For Perfect S'mores This Summer

    It's campfire season, and you know what that means — s'mores! Avoid sticky hands and flaming marshmallows with this clever trick.

    By Daraisha Cosby 1 month ago Read More
  • Two raw beef steaks sit on a wooden cutting board with thyme, garlic, peppercorns, and a carving fork.

    An Expert Says This Is The Most Overrated Way To Cook Steak

    There are several heavily debated ways to cook a steak, but one expert says this popular method doesn’t deserve all the praise.

    By Sean Bell 1 month ago Read More
  • Steak on a plate with herbs

    The Steak Cut That's Actually Better At Medium Than Medium Rare

    Like any good cut of steak, you'll want to treat this one with care to get the best results. That means cooking it at medium rather than medium rare.

    By Sara Klimek 1 month ago Read More
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