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Labor Day barbecue

It is hard to believe that we’ll be celebrating Labor Day in a few days. The holiday reminds me that the summer, which seemed so short, is over. Though it won’t be the last of grilling (we do it in the dead of winter,) it will probably be the last excuse for a barbecue party as the seasons change. Any of your family favorites would be appreciated, from hot dogs and burgers to beef, chicken, fish or pork. My choice this year will be sweet and tangy baby back ribs. They are so great for a party because they cook first in the oven before finishing on the grill briefly to baste and ...

On National Cheese Pizza Day, the classic proves it never needed toppings

By Kristen Wood Food Drink Life, via AP Every Sept. 5, National Cheese Pizza Day puts one of the world’s most familiar comfort foods in the spotlight. In a pizza culture filled with hot honey, global flavors and increasingly creative toppings, the simple cheese slice still holds its own. Its appeal comes down to a familiar combination of crust, sauce and melted cheese that continues to satisfy diners across generations and cultures. The scale of America’s pizza culture makes that simplicity even more striking. The U.S. alone had an estimated 75,736 pizzerias last year, according ...

Rice is nice the second time around

Oops, I’ve done it again. I cooked too much white rice for my stuffed pepper soup. Actually, I’m thrilled to have leftovers because I have the makings of a whole new dish. That’s the thing about leftover rice… there is so much you can do with it, savory or sweet. My batch of ...