Summer is known for its bounty of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Unfortunately, as soon as the summer fades, so too do the juicy strawberries, succulent peaches, sweet tomatoes and the amazing dishes that come with them. With Ball Freezer Jars, however, you can preserve your favorite foods to enjoy year-round. With their locking lid designRead more »

One of the most stressful parts of planning a party is deciding how much food to buy and make. You don’t want the food to run out too quickly and have lingering hungry guests, but you also don’t want your fridge to be teeming with leftovers. We took popular summer parties — like a barbecue orRead more »

Summer centerpieces are a great way to add simple elegance to your table. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just sitting down with your family for a meal, the perfect centerpiece can do a lot to enhance the whole experience. Plus, finding table decorations doesn’t necessarily require breaking the bank. There are plenty ofRead more »

Grate it, dice it, or cut it in half and stuff it; summer squash is a versatile veggie, any way you slice it.

Before tuning into the much-anticipated finale of Food Network Star tonight at 9/8c to find out which contestant — Ivan, Michele, Martie or Justin — will finally have their culinary dreams realized, watch a special episode of Chopped airing at 8/7c. Watch as past FN Star winners Jeff Mauro, Melissa d’Arabian, Aarti Sequeira and Amy Finley faceRead more »

It’s grill or be grilled when Chopped heads to the Wild, Wild West for its newest special, Chopped Grill Masters. Tune in this Sunday at 10pm/9c to watch the first four competitors battle it out on the grill for a chance at the $50,000 grand prize. These grilling professionals will face not only the dreadedRead more »

It’s far too hot to turn on the oven or stove but you can still enjoy a healthy homemade meal with our top no-cook summer recipes.