When it comes to fish, maximum freshness isn’t necessarily about being fished straight out of the water. It’s about flash-freezing followed by controlled thawing. And having frozen fish on hand is an excellent way to enjoy delicious, lean protein whenever …
How to Properly Thaw Frozen Fish
When it comes to fish, maximum freshness isn’t necessarily about being fished straight out of the water. It’s about flash-freezing followed by controlled thawing. And having frozen fish on hand is an excellent way to enjoy delicious, lean protein whenever …
Why Buying Frozen Fish is Often Better than Fresh
Conventional wisdom would have you believe fresh fish is always better than frozen. But thanks to modern freezing techniques, frozen fish is often superior in quality and taste to their fresh fish brethren. However maximum freshness isn’t necessarily about being …
The Best Beer for Beer Can Chicken
Beer Can Chicken may sound like a misguided college frat experiment, but don’t let the name or kooky technique fool you. It’s actually one of the easiest ways to cook a whole chicken on the grill without any special equipment …
How to BBQ Like a Boss
When it comes to serving up five-star dining experiences, barbecuing is one of the easiest ways to punch above your weight class, regardless of your culinary skills (or lack thereof). With a few simple swaps and a few easy steps, …
Get Ready to Get Grilling
After what’s felt like an eternity of winter, the sun is climbing higher in the sky again, days are growing longer, and temperatures are rising. When you open your back door and feel the warm air breeze by, you know …
Seven (Healthy) Sides for Steak
While beef may be the main attraction come dinner time, sadly, we cannot live on steak alone. And while yummy steakhouse sides like Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, and Wedge Salad are technically vegetables, they aren’t the healthiest choices for every night …
The Easiest Way to Cook and Eat Lobster at Home
If the thought of cooking lobster at home fills you with fear, you’re not alone! Even the idea of eating lobster can feel intimidating; whether it’s the expense, the fancy five-star digs you’re most likely to find yourself ordering lobster …
Recipe: Classic Garlic Aioli
This classic garlic aioli is a great substitute for regular mayonnaise and tastes good with almost everything. It’s incredibly versatile and you can easily spice it up by adding hot sauce, chopped chili peppers, or herbs to the finished aioli. …
Chicken Thighs vs. Chicken Breasts. And the Winner is…
Ah yes, it’s the age-old debate that has vexed cooks the world over for generations: breast or thigh? The good news is…both are winners (Winner winner chicken dinner!); it’s just a matter of personal preference. Here’s why: Thighs: Chicken thighs are …
Recipe – Balsamic Rosemary Marinade
This quick and easy marinade and finishing sauce tastes best with grilled and oven roasted chicken, steak, and pork. This recipe makes about 1½ cups of marinade, enough to marinate three pounds of meat. You can easily cut the recipe …