Category: Food

How Long to Cook Chicken on the Grill

When you’re looking for a quick, easy and healthy weeknight dinner, chicken on the grill is a pretty solid option. But not all pieces of chicken are created equal. Boneless and bone-in, skinless and skin-on, breast and thigh — each cut of chicken is different and should be treated as such. So how long should you…


These Grilled Steak Tacos Are Perfect for a Cookout

These steak tacos are my choice for a small Memorial Day gathering. Chef Hugo Molina shared this recipe with me years ago, and I like to have it in my fridge for last-minute Mexican dishes. Chipotle chiles canned in adobo sauce, which can be found in Mexican markets, are used here. The smoky, slightly hot…


Black Bean Burger

If you’re a vegetarian who’s used to eating grilled veggies and side salads at summer cookouts, your time has come. This black bean burger recipe will show even the biggest meat fanatics that vegetarian meals are among the best-ever grilling recipes. These black bean burgers have a secret ingredient that will give your favorite hot sauce a run…


Make Afternoon Tea at Home a New Family Tradition

I went to my first afternoon tea as a teenager, while in New Forest, England, for a family wedding. The bed and breakfast we stayed at served a full English breakfast, complete with sausage, beans, potatoes, and tomatoes. We tucked in, then headed out for a day of exploring the countryside, fasting through lunch. We…


Will Coffee Raise Your Cholesterol?

People who rely on coffee for a pick-me-up may also see a boost in their cholesterol levels especially if they sip an unfiltered variety, a new study suggests. The researchers found that among more than 21,000 Norwegian adults, those who indulged in several cups of coffee a day generally had slightly higher cholesterol than non-drinkers. The extent…


How to Make Simple Syrup

When curating your own bar cart, certain ingredients are important to have on hand at all times such as club soda, tonic, grenadine syrup and bitters. One of the most common additions to drinks at cocktail bars across the country is one you can make for yourself at home: simple syrup. Instead of buying ready-made simple syrup, save money…


St. Louis Burger Recipe with Toasted Ravioli Will Please Any Table

When it comes to iconic state foods, toasted ravioli definitely takes the title in Missouri. Particularly popular in the St. Louis area, it’s a wonderful addition to any meal for cheese and pasta lovers and, believe it or not, it can be a great topping for a burger too. If you’re looking to make this regionally inspired…


Cajun Salmon Burgers with Lime Mayonnaise

If you’re itching to fire up the grill but you’re not crazy about red meat or chicken, there’s still a burger for you this summer. If you’re looking for how to grill salmon easily, these Cajun-inspired salmon burgers with homemade lime mayo are your answer. It’s perfect for seafood lovers, pescatarians or anyone in the mood to mix…


Add Some Cajun Spice to Your Salad

Here, we coat chicken with spices common to Cajun cooking, like dried thyme and cayenne pepper. Then, instead of using the traditional method of searing in a cast-iron pan, we char it on the grill. Blackened Chicken with Chopped Salad Serves 4 Active Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika 1…


This Spring Salad Is My Recreation of Sweet Memories

Salmon salads can be so satisfying for a light lunch or dinner. Growing up, my mom used canned salmon as the foundation for the salad. I’ve improved the quality by slow roasting fresh salmon fillets. Roasting the salmon at a low temperature ensures a silky texture that it is evenly cooked through and very tender….