Cooking Tips & Techniques

Whether you're just starting out or an old pro behind the stove, a quick consult of our cooking tips and techniques will help you make the most of your next meal. Brush up on the basics, like how to braise and when you should brine, or learn something new like how to salt-roast meat or make the best charcuterie plate.

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Trying a new cut of meat, and not sure if it should be grilled or braised? Find the best method for different proteins in our cooking guides.

meat-and-poultry-temperature-guide — Meat & Poultry Temperature Guide

Cooked too long, the meat is dry; too short, and it's raw. What are the proper temperatures for cooking meat? Our cooking temp guide gets it "done."

charcoal-grilling-basics-and-techniques — Charcoal Grilling Basics & Tips

Enticing and primal, cooking meat over a fire is a summer ritual. But charcoal grilling requires the right techniques, so here are a few essentials to...

brining-basics-and-techniques — Brining Basics & Tips

Brining is becoming more popular for home cooks, and with good reason! Brined meat is wonderfully juicy and full of flavor, all the way to the bone.

sous-vide-basics-and-techniques — Sous Vide Cooking

As sous vide continues its revival with pro chefs, this method has become more accessible to home cooks. Here’s a bit of background on sous vide.

meat-smoking-basics-and-techniques — Meat Smoking Basics & Tips

Humans have been using smoke to cook foods, particularly meat, since before there was a historical record. Read our smoking guide and find out why.

best-ways-to-cook-a-burger — Best Ways to Cook a Burger

Everyone seems to have a favorite cooking method for burgers. While the "best" way is hotly contested, here we break down five cooking styles – we'll ...

how-to-make-a-charcuterie-plate — How To Make a Charcuterie Platter?

Charcuterie is the ultimate finger food and ideal for a party. Find out how easy it is to set the perfect charcuterie plate.

how-to-make-the-perfect-burger — Making the Perfect Burger

Follow our patty primer for juicy burgers at home.

kebab-basics-and-techniques — Kebab Basics & Tips

Meat on a stick. What could be better for an outdoor party?

how-to-cook-bacon-on-the-grill — How to Cook Bacon on the Grill

Can bacon be grilled? The answer is a resounding yes – but first read our tips to learn how to do it safely. Nobody wants burnt bacon!

how-to-make-compound-butter — Six Compound Butters that Will Change the Way You Cook

Compound butter takes only minutes to prepare and makes everything it touches better. Get our recipes and start mixing your own butter.

how-to-make-no-cook-sauces-for-meat — Six Easy No-Cook Sauces for Grilled and Roasted Meat

Try one of our super-easy sauces on any grilled, roasted or pan-seared meat. These cold sauces take just minutes to make in a food processor.

meat-and-poultry-thawing-guide — Meat & Poultry Thawing Guide

Thawing frozen meat seems simple enough but there are some guidelines to follow to ensure your meat is safe and tasty. Here's our primer that breaks i...

resting-meat-after-cooking — Let Your Meat Rest

We know it's tempting to slice right into that just-seared steak. But patience will be rewarded with juicy, tender meat at just the right temperature....

how-to-make-and-use-meat-rubs — Using Meat Rubs

A seasoning rub is a great way to boost flavor when cooking meat of all kinds. Whether wet or dry, a rub helps spice things up in the kitchen and at t...

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Tips & Techniques

Cooking Guides

Meat & Poultry Temperature Guide

Charcoal Grilling Basics & Tips

Brining Basics & Tips

Sous Vide Cooking

Meat Smoking Basics & Tips

Best Ways to Cook a Burger

How To Make a Charcuterie Platter?

Making the Perfect Burger

Kebab Basics & Tips

How to Cook Bacon on the Grill

Six Compound Butters that Will Change the Way You Cook

Six Easy No-Cook Sauces for Grilled and Roasted Meat

Meat & Poultry Thawing Guide

Let Your Meat Rest

Using Meat Rubs