What secret ingredient adds a layer of flavor to Pat and Gina Neely’s famous barbecue chicken that’s probably in your pantry right now? The chicken is marinated overnight in Italian dressing and then slathered in their signature BBQ sauce made with light brown sugar. If you don’t have a grill, place the chicken in aRead more »

Want to know what Food Network fans were cooking in May? From Baked French Toast Casserole to Roasted Asparagus and cheesy Chicken Enchiladas, here are the top 10 recipes of the month: 10. Tyler’s Chicken Enchiladas 9. Alton’s Baked Macaroni and Cheese 8. Paula’s Crab Cakes 7. Paula’s English Peas 6. American Macaroni Salad

Sandra Lee has agreed to a deal with Hyperion and the Disney Interactive Media Group that would include the publication of five new books. In addition to the books, Sandra will produce a series of 15 online videos expected to launch this fall, around the same time as the publication of her lifestyle book andRead more »

Take a break from beef and lighten up dinner tonight with Rachael’s BBQ Burgers made with ground chicken.

Move over delivery, there’s a new pizza joint in town and it’s coming straight from your grill. While it will take you longer to make this pizza than it would to order takeout, it’s healthier and worth the effort. This recipe is also great for getting the entire family involved in dinner — young childrenRead more »

Melissa d’Arabian, host of the popular budget-friendly series Ten Dollar Dinners, knows exactly how it feels to be a contestant on Food Network Star — she beat out thousands of hopefuls to claim the “Star” title in Season 5. Now, as she watches from her couch, she’s offering the new cast ten tips, or piecesRead more »

Need a new and kid-friendly side to complement grilled chicken this summer? The classic sandwich is transformed into a pasta salad complete with works: bacon, lettuce and tomato. Get the recipe: BLT Pasta Salad Browse more of Food Network’s pasta salad recipes.

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Alton Brown’s lip-smacking marinade of molasses, apple cider vinegar and dijon mustard will have your family begging for these thick-cut pork chops all summer long. If you don’t have a grill, use a grill pan — over medium-high heat, these pork chops will cook up in less than 10 minutes. Editor’s tip: Make the marinadeRead more »

Duff Goldman will be featured at the Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa, Calif. on July 21 as part of the “Let’s Eat!” culinary event series. Duff will share his artisan decorating tips for creating spectacular cakes like he does on Ace of Cakes. The series is free with fair admission and will be followedRead more »