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Summer is a season of outdoor gatherings, barbecues and picnics, where food is often at the center of the festivities. However, the warm weather also creates ideal conditions for the growth of harmful bacteria, increasing the risk of foodborne illnesses.

It's critical that you follow food safety recommendations so you can enjoy hosting and ...Read more

Our crisp, juicy, well-browned pork tonkatsu starts with 3/4-inch-thick boneless chops with a thin fat cap. We cut slits in the fat to prevent the chops from buckling and then sprinkled them with salt. We revamped the bound breading process so that a triple dip — first in flour, then in egg, and finally in panko — coated the chops with the ...Read more

A simple salad tossed with a tangy vinaigrette packs these no-cook wraps with tons of bright cilantro flavor. The mix pairs well with mashed beans and avocado, which hold everything together.

Black Bean Wraps with Greens & Cilantro Vinaigrette

Makes 4 wraps; serves 4

Active Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

1 cup chopped fresh ...Read more

Q: Can eating a diet high in fiber reduce my risk of developing cardiovascular disease?

A: Yes, several studies have linked high-fiber diets to a reduced risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Current fiber recommendations are for women to consume 25 grams/day and for men to consume 38 grams/day. However, surveys show that a meager 5...Read more

As the summer continues to heat up, I want to spend less time in the kitchen but still have enjoyable meals. Sometimes I will get everything arranged early in the cooler part of the day and just put the meal together close to serving time. This is a Seriously Simple tip that is so helpful as the weather heats up.

This is a favorite last-minute ...Read more

A covered grill, fueled by charcoal or gas, just may be the perfect vehicle for cooking fish. From small whole trout or branzino to thick halibut steaks, the smoky flavor of hardwood pairs beautifully with all manner of seafood.

That doesn’t mean grilling fish is easy or foolproof. Most seafood proves expensive — overcooking can render it ...Read more

Knowing how to fry an egg is one of the most useful skills to learn in the kitchen. Fried eggs are a must-have for breakfast, or really any meal. As long as you can fry an egg, you can take a piece of buttered toast, a bowl of salad greens, or a scoop of ...Read more

Looking for an easy summer side that pairs with pretty much everything? Crispy grilled potato wedges are the answer. It’s no secret that potatoes are one of the most versatile sides around, but instead of cranking up the oven, we’re showing you how to grill ...Read more

Minnesota's food system — from electrifying farm vehicles to improving refrigeration in independent grocery stores — will get a nearly $200 million emissions-reducing boost from the federal government.

The Environmental Protection Agency announced the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency had received what one federal official called an ...Read more

There are so many vegetable options offered up by Mother Nature that I thought I could go my whole life skipping the ones I didn’t like.

It started when I was a kid. My family believed in the “Clean Plate Club.” You didn’t leave the table without eating everything on your plate, whether you wanted to or not. Compared to my brothers and ...Read more

Cheez-It and Hidden Valley Ranch are back with another collaboration, following the success of the Hidden Valley Cheezy ranch dressing.

This time, the classic Cheez-It cracker gets a dusting of Hidden Valley ranch seasoning.

The crackers aren’t the typical bright orange, which may correlate with the fact that they don’t taste super ...Read more

I was thinking about making a light summer salad and saw a caprese salad made with tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. I decided to combine tomatoes and cheese with spaghetti to make a vegetarian pasta salad.

The juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil made a great accompaniment for the spaghetti in this quick and easy dinner. You can...Read more

Potato salad, a staple of backyard barbecues and lakeside picnics, is one of the easiest to make. There's "mom's classic" and potato salads in zesty vinaigrettes, plus salads that showcase a rainbow of heirloom potatoes — purple, rose, golden, pure white — that are now at our farmers markets.

All call for the best ingredients and simple ...Read more

Can't resist that jar of artisan chili crisp? Willing to fork over 10 bucks for a bottle of water "restructured" with quartz crystals? Maybe you're determined to go plant-based or want to buy food with a mission. Either way, you're in good company.

Specialty foods — a category comprised of unique or artisan foods and beverages made with high-...Read more

It wasn't long ago that our options for cuts of steak were limited. If you wanted a rib-eye or New York strip, no problem. If you were looking for a skirt steak or a flat iron, that might have taken a little more effort. And if you wanted a tri-tip? You were likely met with a blank stare and a shrug from whomever was helping you at the meat ...Read more