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A feast to freedom

Tomorrow flags will wave and people all over America will celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. And, as is the American way, families and friends everywhere will enjoy picnics and backyard barbecues to celebrate our freedoms. I thought it would be appropriate to come up with a barbecue menu of American favorites guaranteed to keep cooks out of the kitchen. The idea is to let the grill do most of the work, allowing even the grill master to take part in the festivities. Everyone loves barbecued chicken, but it does require turning and basting. Well, not Cola Barbecued Chicken. With a ...

Make room on your grill for smoky charred eggplant

Summer grilling tends to focus on meat, but vegetables also get great flavor from a stint over hot coals. So move the burgers and hot dogs to the side and make room on your grill for smoky, tender eggplant. In this recipe from our cookbook “ Milk Street 365: The All-Purpose Cookbook for ...

What is country cooking?

METRO — Country cuisine can be enjoyed anywhere but is perhaps most synonymous with the southeastern region of the United States. Rich flavors, familiar foods and large portions are hallmarks of country cooking. However, ingredients may vary by region, and the backgrounds of the people living in these parts of the country also may contribute to some unique recipes on traditional favorites. The following are five types of country cuisine and the foods associated with each tradition. Creole/Cajun Creole and Cajun cooking have similar influences but are not entirely the same. Creole ...

How to replace dairy in your diet

METRO — Dairy is not necessarily a strong addition to every individual’s diet. For those who have difficulty digesting lactose, the sugar found in dairy can be harmful, and consuming cheese, milk, yogurt, and even butter can produce undesirable symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, and general intestinal upset. Lactose intolerance often runs in families, says Johns Hopkins Medicine. In some cases, the small intestine stops making lactase after an injury or after an infection or disease. Some people avoid dairy products because they do not consume animal products. Concerns over ...