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For a quick and easy barbecue-style dinner, I prepared these flavorful pork kabobs under the broiler instead of on the grill. They cook in just minutes but still deliver that deliciously charred taste.

A simple sauce made from honey, mustard, and soy sauce adds a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. It’s used both to glaze the pork ...Read more

CHICAGO -- At the recent soft launch opening of Shibam Coffee in suburban Glendale Heights, customers swarmed in, lined the red-roped entrance area and stared in wonder at the lavishly decorated interior, with marble floors and Arabic calligraphy on the walls. A few patrons started snapping photos even before getting to the main door. A teenager...Read more

LOS ANGELES -- I will never understand the allure of the fat French fry. Steak fries are contemptible. Wedges of bland starch with no crunch, like a mouthful of molded mashed potatoes. There is no amount of ketchup, ranch or aioli that can save thick fries from the lower depths of tuber hell. Just order a baked potato and be done with it.

Curly...Read more

You can learn a lot about what’s on the minds of culinary professionals by the types of cookbooks being published.

We’ve seen waves of baking books and tomes inspired by global cuisines (Italian and Korean cooking are especially popular). Now food preservation is having a literary moment, and the timing couldn’t be better.

To help you ...Read more

There is something about cherry tomatoes that tomato lovers find irresistible.

Perfectly portioned for one juicy bite, they're an adorable fruit. They're also so sweet and intensely flavored that they make a great afternoon snack when plucked off the vine, still warm from the sun. Even our dog Harry couldn't resist the tiny tomato's charms, ...Read more

Now that it’s corn season, everyone has an opinion about the best way to cook corn. In a pot of boiling water? Lightly steamed?

And what about grilling? Is it best to soak the ears in their husks first; pull back the husks, remove the silk and wrap them back up before grilling; or remove the husk and silk and wrap them in tin foil? The ...Read more

Roasting potatoes is the ultimate way to avoid watery, mushy or bland potato salad. Boiled potatoes can hold on to moisture (even if they seem dry!), which can affect the texture of the final dish. Roasted potatoes hold their shape without the risk of them falling apart, and the roasting process concentrates the flavor of the potatoes so your ...Read more

If we’re being honest, no one is more surprised than me at how legit these cottage cheese pancakes are. As someone who claimed for years not to like cottage cheese, these pancakes were the gateway that finally made me a believer. These are high-protein...Read more

Q: How can exercise impact my longevity?

A: You’ve probably heard that exercise is good for you — but did you know it can actually help you live longer? Staying active doesn’t just keep you fit; it plays a big role in keeping your body and mind healthy as you age.

Regular physical activity helps lower your risk for major health problems ...Read more

I recently prepared this cake at a barbecue for dessert, and it was a total crowd-pleaser. One guest even remarked: “This is plum delicious!”

Streusels are usually the finishing topping to a cake, adding sweetness and crunch. You can vary the nuts with almonds or walnuts here, whatever your preference. Make sure to have the butter slightly ...Read more

Summer might be winding down, but the grill in our yard still beckons. Barbecue chicken never gets old, especially when paired with a homemade rub and a bold homemade sauce.

Smoky chipotle chiles paired with a dark, rich fruit prove a match made in barbecue heaven. This summer, we’re nestling dried cranberries among the smoky chile, sweet ...Read more

I love dreaming up new no-bake treats. In the summer, it’s even more fun with so many delicious classic flavor combinations to play with. I’ve made ...Read more