How to Melt Chocolate Using an Air Fryer

melted chocolate in bowl

Melting chocolate sounds like a simple task, but it can easily turn into a huge pain. If you’re used to melting chocolate in the microwave, you risk unevenly heating your squares, which can lead to some melted spots and other areas…

How to Incorporate Grated Vegetables into Your Salads

Shredded cabbage salad

By its very nature, salad is a healthy meal, but if you are trying to incorporate more vegetables into your classic Cobb salad to get the recommended daily allowance or want to add a little color to your winter Greek…

How to Incorporate Pimento Cheese into Your Cookouts

pimento cheese

If you save pimento cheese for sliced white bread sandwiches and club crackers, you’re missing out on the versatility of this southern staple spread. The beloved, savory-sweet mixture of sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and tangy pimento peppers has taken picnics…

Prevent Fish from Sticking to the Grill with Bacon Wrapping

grilling fish

Grilling fish can be a tricky endeavor. The delicate flesh of fish tends to stick to the grill grates and may fall apart during cooking, leaving you with a less-than-ideal result. But there’s a sizzling solution that not only prevents…

Why You Should Avoid Grilling Brisket at All Costs

smoke grilled brisket

Brisket is the poster child of American barbecue culture. When done right, brisket can be succulently tender and full of big beef flavor. You may be surprised to learn, then, that brisket is one of the toughest cuts of the cow…

Easy Outdoor Dish: Campfire Potatoes to End the Summer

campfire potatoes in foil

As we head into the end of summer and the beginning of fall, the weather is getting a little cooler, but not so cold you’ll freeze outside: It’s the perfect time to go camping. Whether you’re hiking, bike riding, or…

How to Easily Crack Open a Coconut Using Your Oven

many cracked open coconuts

Coconut is a fun ingredient that has so much potential. With a creamy, tender texture and a mild, refreshing flavor, this versatile fruit can go in dishes both sweet and savory — from coconut-crusted cod to gluten-free coconut and pecan…

Interview with Smoking Butternut Squash on Look

Smoked and stuffed butternut squash

At legendary Tennessee pitmaster Pat Martin’s restaurants, smoked meats like pulled pork, brisket, and ribs reign; but for Martin personally, plant-based barbecue can be even more interesting than meat. As he told Look in an exclusive interview, he’s gotten a…

Elevate your lobster dish with a hot honey butter sauce

grilled lobster with flavored butter

The rich, sweet taste and tender texture of lobster has made it a staple in high-end dining for generations, and when paired with the right sauce, it can truly transform a meal into a memorable culinary experience. One of the…