(Source: Flickr) Growing up, my Italian Grandma joked that her veins actually pumped marinara sauce. This is a testament to how common and revered marinara sauce is in Italian-American families. Through the years, marinara has become more than just an Italian thing, and is a regular part of meals for families of all sorts ofFIND OUT MORE |

(Source: Flickr) Common Mistakes When Cooking Chili. Who doesn’t love chili? It’s a food that seemingly pleases everyone, from cowboys to kids. I count myself as both a fan and a connoisseur of chili. I love the rich, full, hearty flavor, and the way that no two batches are ever quite the same. When chiliFIND OUT MORE |

(Source: Flickr) The Art and Science of Ceviche Marinade. The first time I tried ceviche, a marinated seafood delicacy, I loved it. It tasted of the sea, but bright, too, with a refreshingly acidic, citrusy zing. And then I found out what it was: raw seafood. Immediately I became nervous: was I going to getFIND OUT MORE |

There are over 300 types of herbs and spices in the world, creating endless possibilities for unique and distinct flavors in your food. Yet often we find the same few ingredients repeated and various combinations in our meals. Try any of these 9 unusual herbs and spices from around the world to create a unique new dish.FIND OUT MORE |

(Source: Flickr) 7 Common Grilled Chicken Mistakes and How to Fix Them. Have you ever tried a really great version of grilled chicken? I remember the first time I ever tried a perfectly grilled specimen: fully cooked, juicy chicken with a slightly smoky flavor from the grill. Served with a side of corn on theFIND OUT MORE |

(Source: Flickr) The Six Most Common Mistakes People Make When Cooking Quinoa. Do you regularly eat quinoa? I do. I became an instant convert when I tried a particularly delicious quinoa porridge at a popular breakfast joint. Made with almond milk, honey, and nuts, it really brought out the flavor of the quinoa. However, whenFIND OUT MORE |

(Source: Flickr) The Seven Most Common Mistakes People Make When Lighting a Charcoal Grill. When I was young, lighting a charcoal grill was a non-issue. That’s because it was always someone else’s job: my father or some other adult. I had little interest in the grill beyond it being a vessel that produced delicious goods:FIND OUT MORE |

I love mason jars for food or drink on the go. It’s a great way to pack granola, goldfish, fruit infused water, and salad. Yes. Salad. Before bed on Sunday, I whip out my cutting board, knife, mason jars, and ingredients. I then spend the next 10 minutes executing the incredibly simple task of choppingFIND OUT MORE |

(Source: Flickr) How to Make Sauerkraut Do you love sauerkraut? Whether you say yes or no, you’re not alone. Assertively-flavored, sour-savory sauerkraut is one of those foods that people seemingly either love or despise; few people seem to take the middle ground. For a long time, I was part of the latter group. I didn’tFIND OUT MORE |