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  • 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 12 hours 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 14 hours 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 19 hours 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 1 day 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 5 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 12 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 13 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 14 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 17 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 22 days 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 22 days 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 22 days 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 22 days 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 24 days 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 24 days 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 25 days 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 26 days 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 26 days ago Read More
  • someone preparing a hot dog

    For Hot Dogs With Smoky Flavor, Set Aside The Ketchup And Mustard For This Condiment

    I don't have to tell you how delicious hot dogs are, but yours could be even better with this one upgrade that will make your taste buds sing!

    By Sara Klimek 26 days ago Read More
  • Cooked baby back ribs smothered in sauce

    Baby Back Ribs Will Be Your Favorite Cut Of Meat When You Add This To The BBQ Sauce

    How can you elevate baby back ribs? This one liquid ingredient added to BBQ sauce can turn them into mouthwatering, fall-off-the-bone, finger-licking goodness.

    By Laura Oakley 29 days ago Read More
  • A person using tongs to flip food on a gas grill

    What Happens When You Forget To Turn Off Your Gas Grill?

    Here, we dive into exactly what happens when you commit this major barbecue faux pas and forget to turn off your gas grill once you’re done cooking.

    By Allison Forsyth 29 days ago Read More
  • Texas-style brisket is sliced on a plate with  herbs and BBQ sauce.

    The Secret To Texas-Style Brisket Comes Down To This Simple Technique

    Brisket is a staple of Texas barbecue; it's smoky and meaty with a crispy bark. Perfect brisket lies in this surprising method of preparation.

    By Luna Regina 30 days ago Read More
  • an affluent suburban back yard, with a younger Caucasian couple and a middle-aged Caucasian couple gathered around a gas grill, while children play soccer in the background

    10 BBQ Mistakes That Can Lead To Food Poisoning

    Fire up that charcoal and get grilling! Here are some food safety mistakes to avoid making at your next barbecue.

    By Fred Decker 1 month ago Read More
  • close up of marinated pork ribs on a wooden cutting board

    The 5-1-0 Pork Ribs Method Could Change How You Cook Them Forever

    While there are several tried-and-true methods for getting the best bite. There's a newer method that might result in even better ribs each time.

    By Allison Forsyth 1 month ago Read More
  • Skewers being prepared for a barbecue

    Nobody Wants To Eat These 13 Dishes At Your BBQ

    When having folks over for a hot, summer backyard barbecue, there are some dishes that you should leave off the menu entirely.

    By Rosie Govin 1 month ago Read More
  • A plate of grilled pork and apples

    Pork And Apples Is An Iconic Combo — And This BBQ Sauce Provides Double-Duty Flavor

    Our BBQ sauce reviewer and a lot of shoppers agree that this mildly spiced apple-based condiment is a brilliant accompaniment for all kinds of pork dishes.

    By Luna Regina 1 month ago Read More
  • Pulled pork from smoked pork butt

    The Best Time To Wrap Pork Butt For Tender, Juicy Meat Every Time

    Smoking an entire pork butt is a commitment, the last thing you want is dried out meat. An expert tells us the right time to wrap the cut.

    By Deepak Narayanan 1 month ago Read More
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