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Shannon McCook — Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

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The Secret to a Great Cheeseburger, Plus Fun Grilling Facts

Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Americans are prepping to man the grill for weekend cookouts, but did you know that according to a recent survey*, 24 percent actually apply the cheese to their burger at the wrong time? Don't fall...

Add Culture to Your Usual Smoothie

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

We’re big on making smoothies in our house. Frankly, I don’t know many kids that object to tossing foods in a blender and then getting to press the “on” button to pulverize...

6 Tips for Selecting the Best Steak

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Scott Neal, VP of Meat for Walmart, shares his tips for selecting the best steak for grilling this summer. What do you look for when you pick out a steak?   SCOTT: When I’m at the case...

New Book Helps Parents Make Mealtime Fun

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

A Very Veggie World, by Clare Crespo, transforms ordinary vegetables into magnificent edible works of art. Clare, in her signature whimsical style, showcases 25 delicious ideas that will get...

A Zero Clean-Up Easy Fish Dinner

Sat, 12 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

You come home from work, your little one’s hungry, you’re exhausted, and the last thing you want to do is cook and clean (isn’t that every day?).   Well, "parchment fish"...

Making Mother's Day Special with Giada De Laurentiis

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

We sat down with Giada De Laurentiis, celebrity chef and author with an exclusive line at Target®, for her advice on how to give meaningful and creative Mother’s Day gifts. What does mom...

Shaquille O’Neal's Mac Attack!

Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Hoops star Shaquille O’Neal indulges in his great-grandma’s ridiculously rich macaroni and cheese—but not too often. I’m not really much of a cook because I don’t have...

How to Make Pinata Surprise Cookies

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

These multi-striped, burro piñata sugar cookies come complete with hollow centers that you can fill with a secret stash of your favorite candies. Break open or bite into these festive treats and be...

Kentucky Derby-Worthy Mint Juleps

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

"Dear dashboard, I love the idea of serving mint juleps to celebrate this year’s Kentucky Derby on May 5—but is there a dessertlike variation that’s easy to make?"...

3 Ways to Improve Lunch at Your Child's School

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

1. Connect with like-minded parents Whether you’re brainstorming or fund-raising, you’ll find power in numbers. “Parent-teacher organizations are great places to start,” says...

A Shot of Sweetness: Agave Syrup

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Agave syrup, made out of juice pressed from the agave plant, is making a splash on the sweetener scene. Some fans say it’s healthier than sugar, but the real advantage may be its flavor: Agave...

Barbecue 101

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Put some sizzle into your favorite summer foods with our quick reference guide on grilling just about everything! Find recipes and more grilling tips here. Chicken Grill boneless, skinless breasts...

Easy Guacamole for a Cinco de Mayo Party

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

"Dear dashboard, I’m throwing a Cinco de Mayo party this weekend. What would you suggest serving?" A. Kelly, via email A: You can’t go wrong with quesadillas, empanadas,...

Colorful Alphabet Rocks

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Kids will have a blast spelling out words with these alphabet rocks. Paint them with bright shades to add some color to the yard. What you’ll need: • Stick-on vinyl letters • Smooth...

Comic Book Pinwheels

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Use pages from old comic books or scan your favorites to make these fun pinwheels. What you’ll need: • Color copies or scans of comic book pages • Scissors • 1 1/2-inch straight...

Dipped Votives

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Add a colorful DIY touch to your backyard table with these easy paint dipped candleholders. What you’ll need: • Basic glass votive holder (such as these) • Acrylic craft paint •...

From Farm to Cafeteria Table

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

In 2002, when Bonnie Acker’s 12-year-old daughter, Dia, entered public school for the first time, Acker was disheartened to see that the cafeteria served mostly processed foods. After all, they...

Napkin Flowers

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

These blossoms (made from paper cocktail and luncheon napkins!) will add a pop of color to just about anything—from your front door to your fence post. Or use small flowers, tied around cloth...

No-Sew Oilcloth Bunting

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Nothing says summer like sunshiney oilcloth! Turn some of your favorite scraps into a bright backyard banner without having to sew a stitch. What you’ll need: • Oilcloth in various...

Raffia Tree Ornaments

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Use brightly colored raffia ribbon to make these easy ornaments for your backyard. What you’ll need: • 12-inch inflatable beach ball • Twine • Newspaper or waxed paper •...

Win a KRUPS Silver Art Collection Espresso Machine!

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

We’ve partnered with KRUPS to offer one lucky winner a Silver Art Collection Espresso Machine! Below are some details on the prize and details on how to enter: KRUPS Silver Art Collection...

Fire Up the Grill With Our Easy Summer Grilling Guide!

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

From Burger Bonanza to Simple Sides, this go-to summer food app offers our favorite recipes, easy tips, grilling basics, and more — all at your fingertips! Available exclusively on the iPad,...

Zac Efron: ’Cue Him Up

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Zac Efron, star of the new film The Lucky One, salivates over this backyard crowd-pleaser. Find out more about Zac's new grown-up role! Growing up, we had a nice family dinner every night, and if we...

We’ll Have What They're Having: How Top Chefs Stay Slim

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Three chefs walk into a restaurant. No, it’s not the setup for a joke; it’s what happened last month when a trio of celebrity whisk-wielders, Art Smith, Cat Cora, and Curtis Stone,...

7 Smart Eating Rules Chefs Swear By

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Chefs are around good food all day, every day. So how do they manage to stay thin? Top chefs dish their secrets in Allison Adato's new book, 'Smart Chefs Stay Slim: Lessons in Eating and Living From...

Behind the Scenes with Curtis Stone, Cat Cora, and Art Smith

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Three chefs walk into a restaurant. No, it’s not the setup for a joke; it’s what happened last month when a trio of celebrity whisk-wielders, Art Smith, Cat Cora, and Curtis Stone,...

A Mean Green Avocado Smoothie

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EDT

I was kind of shocked when I discovered that in Brazil and other South American countries, avocados are used primarily in sweet dishes like ice cream and dessert mousses. In America, I feel like...

Pin to Win this Spring!

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Whether your goal this season is to snack healthier or to venture outside and enjoy the fresh air, we have a fantastic Pinterest sweepstakes that will inspire you to live well this Spring. Two...

Quick and Crunchy Whole Wheat Cheddar Snacks

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EDT

While I’m super easy-going about Kenya and Chloe having cake at birthday parties or ordering things like french fries every now and then at a restaurant, When they're offered Goldfish as a...