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No Wok? No problem: How to make perfect stir-fry at home

While a wok is a nice thing to have, it's certainly not a necessity when it comes to cooking stir-fry.
Mirin being poured onto a spoon

What is Mirin? A Japanese cooking wine you should know

If mirin isn't yet a pantry staple in your house, it's time to change that. This versatile little ingredient adds an extreme depth of flavor.
Sesame tuna

How to make seared tuna: Tips, tricks, and a fantastic recipe

Seared tuna is one of the simplest things to make, and is absolutely delicious in all of its mildly meaty, soft and buttery, and vibrantly beautiful glory.
Sauerkraut in a bowl

How to make your own sauerkraut, the perfect barbecue addition

We promise, homemade sauerkraut is a whole lot easier than you think it is.
Cooking crab legs

How to steam crab legs for a tender, delicious meal

There isn't a single meal on earth that feels more indulgent than an enormous pile of beautifully steamed crab legs, and making them at home is shockingly easy.
Babyback ribs cooking on a grill

How to cook ribs on the grill: A guide to doing it just right

We're covering the basics of how to cook ribs on the grill, because when you're passionate about ribs, you need to know how to grill them the right way.
Short ribs

How to cook short ribs: Try this savory short ribs recipe (plus, our top tips)

This underrated cut of beef is all you need for the ultimate comfort food.
White wine on summer day outdoor

These are the incredible white wine varietals everyone should know

These are the types of white wine you should be drinking, and how to best understand them.
Chuck steak

What is chuck steak? How to cook this tougher cut of meat

While chuck steak requires a bit more work and prep than its more expensive counterparts, chuck steak is absolutely delicious in a number of preparations. 
man cooking with wine

The best red wine substitutes for cooking

There are plenty of great substitutions if your recipe calls for red wine and you don't have a bottle.
Ribs

How to perfectly reheat ribs: A guide to the best methods

Are you searching for the best way to reheat barbecue ribs? Great, we got you covered! Follow these steps to reheat ribs in the oven to achieve perfection.
Glass of white wine

A guide to Gewurztraminer, an intensely aromatic wine

Gewürztraminer is an absolute delight...once you figure out how to order it.
Pork chops on cutting board

How to cook pork chops: Your complete guide to 4 great methods

One of the most beautiful things about pork chops is the numerous incredibly tasty ways they can be prepared.
Bourbon in a glass

It’s time to learn about bourbon – here’s your guide

Born in the land of the free and the home of the brave, there is no spirit more American than bourbon. Here's a quick but thorough lesson on this whiskey.
Red pasta noodles

How to reheat pasta so that the leftovers taste just as good

Pasta is an incredibly versatile food, Here's how to reheat it so it is as delicious as the first time.
Person grilling

This is how Bobby Flay makes store-bought barbecue sauce taste amazing

These simple ingredients will turn bottled barbecue sauce into something special.
Row of peppers

These are the 5 hottest peppers in the world

Super-hot chile peppers have intrigued and beguiled humanity for at least 6,000 years. Here we've assembled a list of the 5 hottest peppers in the world.
Chicken drumstick

How to grill the best chicken drumsticks

This is the proper way to cook chicken drumsticks on the grill. It's pretty easy to learn, and
Sliced steak on cutting board

How to reverse sear for a flawless steak every time

This delicious method requires absolutely no specialized equipment - just an oven and a good-quality pan. 
Stacked burger

Beef up your grill game: 5 tips and tricks for making the best burgers

Whether you prefer your burger grilled, broiled, seared, or pressed, these tips are guaranteed to give you the best burger bang for your buck.
Loud Mouth BBQ Sauce

We love the flavor variety in this new collection of barbecue sauces

Just in time for grilling season, there's a delicious new line of barbecue ingredients on the shelves at Ace Hardware.
Cheeseburger

The best cheese for burgers: Our top 7 favorites

These are the best cheeses to top on your summertime burgers.
Man grilling

How to cook on a charcoal grill: A beginner’s guide

This is everything you need to know about cooking on a charcoal grill.
Tuna steak

How to grill tuna steaks (plus, the most common mistakes everyone makes)

A beautifully seared tuna steak is one of the easiest meals you can make for the fanciest of guests or the most mundane of Tuesday nights.
Steak on a cutting board

How to get a good crust on a steak every time

These tips and tricks that will help you get the perfect steak crust every single time. 
Stacked burger

Make the perfect summer meal: Our favorite sides for burgers

These are five of our absolute favorite summertime sides that will perfectly complement your burgers this season.
Grilled vegetables

How to grill vegetables: Your complete guide

Grilled vegetables are truly something special and very easy to prepare if you follow a few simple guidelines. 
Kabobs on the grill

Kebabs on the grill: 4 tips and tricks you need to know

Here are a few tips and tricks that will help you grill perfect kebabs, every single time.
Reynolds Wrap Butcher Box

Reynolds Wrap and ButcherBox collab to create ultimate grilling tool this summer

Two iconic summertime grilling must-have brands - have teamed up to create the ultimate summer grilling tool, the "BBQterie Kit."
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The top 7 grilling mistakes, according to a Pitmaster and Food Network champion

These are seven mistakes to avoid a grilling catastrophe
Grilled steak with glass of red wine

These are the absolute best sides for steak

These are our five favorite steak sides for when you're craving a little something extra.
Meat kabobs

The secret to a good steak or chicken marinade is already in your fridge

No matter how experienced you may be in the kitchen, we're willing to bet that there's one marinade ingredient you have yet to try
Babyback ribs cooking on a grill

This is the one step you should never skip before grilling ribs

The next time you're in the mood for this meaty favorite, here's a secret that will ensure the most tender ribs you've ever had.
Different raw steak cuts

How to tenderize steak: The pros of every method

There are many ways to tenderize steak in your own kitchen. Which one is best for your dish?
Raw steak on cutting board

How to season steak: A complete guide

How can you recreate that steakhouse flavor at home? It's easier than you think.
Raw steak on cutting board

This is the best thickness for steak

Does a steak's thickness matter? We are here to answer that question and help you avoid the potential pitfalls of steaks that haven't been properly butchered.
Pulled pork

How to reheat pulled pork: 6 methods that will taste just as good the second time

If you've ever wondered how to reheat pulled pork, we've got you covered.
Barbecue ribs with sauce

A complete guide to the different types of ribs you should be cooking

We've got you covered when it comes to answering all of your rib-related questions.
Steak on a cutting board

Don’t ruin your meal: This is how long to let steak rest

The most important step in cooking steak has nothing to do with seasoning or searing but simply leaving it alone. 
Different raw steak cuts

Yes, a lean steak can actually be juicy and delicious — try these

These are a few of our favorite lean cuts of steak, and how to prepare them.
Smoked meat brisket

How to smoke a brisket: A complete guide

If you're ready to embark on this delicious day-long endeavor, read on to learn how to smoke a perfect brisket.
Pork belly on cutting board

This genius trick will get you crispy pork belly every time

Simply balling up aluminum foil and strategically placing it under roasting pork belly will give you perfect, crispy skin. Why, you might ask?
Skewered steak

How to cook skirt steak: The tips you need

Quick-cooking and extremely simple to prepare, this delicious cut of steak can be on your table in just a few minutes with nothing but a fast flash in a pan.
Crab cakes

How to make crab cakes: The tips you need for this great summer meal

Here are our tips for making this incredible dish at home.
Steak on a cutting board

How to cook flank steak: The tips and tricks you need

Here's how to make an absolutely perfect flank steak, every time at home.
Raw porterhouse steak

What is a porterhouse steak? (Plus, the cooking tips you need)

Make this incredible steak at home with just a few simple ingredients. 
Rare steak on a plate

No, the red juice in steak isn’t blood – here’s what it really is

Contrary to popular belief, the red, juicy, savory magic in red meat is actually something called myoglobin.
Raw steaks

Wagyu vs kobe beef: What’s the difference?

This extraordinarily flavorful, magnificently marbled, beautiful beef is a gift from the gods
Dry aged steak

Dry aged steak: Everything you need to know

This is everything you need to know about buying and cooking dry aged steak.
Red wine being poured into a glass

There are a lot of misconceptions about Zinfandel wine — we clear them up

Everything you need to know about this incredible wine