Summer holidays, and most other days, are great times to cook and enjoy Virginia-grown foods outdoors—safely, with attention to meat temperatures, while grilling. “It’s important for food to be cooked ...

Just because you’re cooking outside doesn’t mean that food safety goes out the window. And if you’re looking to ensure that everything on your grill comes out just right, you’ll want to grab this ...

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July is National Grilling Month and a great time to remind consumers that between 60 and 70 percent of foodborne illnesses occur with home-cooked food. Grilling outdoors presents special food safety ...

Grilling a steak to the perfect medium-rare. Roasting a whole chicken without drying it out. Smoking a brisket low and slow until it’s melt-in-your-mouth tender. Whether you’re a home cook or backyard ...