A big pot of chili is the perfect poolside patio meal after a long day of warm-weather activities. Favorite summer ingredients lend themselves well to the no-fuss dish... More >>

It's no secret that barbecuing is a big part of the summer. What often is more of a mystery, though, is the simple strategy that can give you signature grilled dishes in minutes: secret sauce... More >>

Becoming a gourmet doesn't need to involve time-consuming wine tastings, lengthy trips abroad or even costly excursions to acclaimed restaurants. All you need to is slow down and examine what you're cooking. More >>

Ice cream can be an unexpected frozen twist inside cupcakes, delivering that same bundle of joy to adults and kids alike, and a perfect cool choice for the hot summer months. Such treats are also an ideal frosty choice for seasonal events, like bridal and baby showers, tea parties, picnics and potlucks. More >>

Watermelon is a great summer treat, but it can be a hassle to lug home, store in the fridge, and serve without making a mess. Here's a potential solution... More >>

When you're barbecuing this summer, you don't have to settle for store-bought sauce. A few simple and economical stir-ins can easily turn a jarred product into a gourmet experience... More >>

Nothing says summer like kabobs. But you don't have to "stick" with run-of-the-mill skewer recipes and ingredients. All it takes is imagination or a peek into cultures outside your own. More >>

Kaiser Permanente conducted a study that made headlines: Keeping a food journal doubles weight loss. Those of the 1,700 who kept track lost an average of 13 pounds in six months. More >>

Though most dads probably don't still plow fields to feed their families as they did centuries ago, interesting takes on the traditional "ploughman's lunch" are an innovative, economical and memorable way to celebrate a modern Father's Day. More >>

Backyard entertaining season is often called chips 'n' dips season. But there's an easy and economical way to shorten that even more: chips. More >>