Pat LaFrieda told Business Insider he never adds lettuce to his burger, prefers brioche buns, and uses grape tomatoes for flavor.
My family tried and ranked several of the Kirkland Signature meals from Costco, from the ravioli lasagna to the meatloaf with mashed potatoes.
Brian Paquette, the head of culinary at Chili's, said the key to making a perfect burger is choosing the right ground meat.
We tested 60 of the best air fryers to find ones that cook quickly, crisp food evenly, and are easy to clean. Here are our top-ranked air fryers.
These set-it-and-forget-it dishes make summer cookouts and Fourth of July celebrations a whole lot easier.
To find the best microwaves, we test models from Panasonic, Toshiba, and more. Here are our top picks for even and efficient cooking.
This Fourth of July weekend, adding ingredients like avocado, vinegar, bacon, potato chips, or garlic can elevate a simple potato salad.
As a line cook, I've learned that pressing your thumb into the patty, waiting to add salt, and monitoring the temperature on the grill is essential.
I reviewed Trader Joe's frozen appetizers, including pastry pups, beef tacos, and breaded mozzarella sticks, to see which are best for a large party.
When compared to hot dogs from Nathan's, Sabrett, and Ball Park, Applegate's organic hot dogs had the best savory flavor and snap.
I cooked coleslaw with three recipes from celebrity chefs Guy Fieri, Ina Garten, and Sunny Anderson to find the top homemade side dish.
McDonald's crispy chicken sandwich and Chick-fil-A's classic sandwich were very similar, but the cheaper version from McDonald's came out on top.
As a restaurant critic, I use my air fryer often when I eat at home. From leftovers to broccoli, here are the best things to make in an air fryer.
We spoke with former Outback Steakhouse employees to find out what customers should really be eating and drinking at the Australian-inspired chain.
Ahead of the Fourth of July, I made five dishes in a slow cooker, including Buffalo wings, pulled-pork sandwiches, and Buffalo-chicken dip.
I don't cook, but I have tried over 100 restaurants in Chicago. The city is known for its pizza and hot dog, but I have some other recommendations.
I compared the famous sandwich featured on "The Bear" at the Midwestern staples Portillo's, Al's Beef, and Buona to see which had the best.
The best coffee makers consistently produce robust and flavorful brews. Here are the best drip coffee makers, espresso machines, and more.
Stefano Secchi, a Michelin-starred Italian chef, says to look out for over-sauced pasta and mislabeled menu items at high-end Italian restaurants.
McDonald's topped the list as the biggest fast-food chain in the country.
Olive Garden, Applebee's, and Texas Roadhouse ranked among the top chain restaurants in the US.
As a Costco executive member, some of the best things I buy for easy meals include Kirkland Signature rotisserie chicken and Ajinomoto shoyu ramen.
Starbucks' biggest store isn't in Seattle, its birthplace. Nor is it in New York City. Instead, the 35,000-square-foot giant is in Chicago.
We sent three reporters to Chili's to try every full-sized burger on the menu, and the best one was a surprise.
I made frozen potstickers using my microwave, oven, and stove, and only one appliance gave me the browned, crispy results I was looking for.
From Coffee Bean Blast to cookie sandwiches, I tried all of Trader Joe's ice cream and frozen desserts to see which sweet treats were worth buying.
The food at these disappointing Disney World restaurants isn't worth the price or there's somewhere else to eat that offers a better experience.
Summer is hot-dog season, so I tested out making franks in my air fryer and on my grill to see which appliance produces the best results.
My fiancée and I shop at Aldi once a week and try to keep the bill under $40. From penne pasta to frozen veggies, here's what we buy to make meals.
"I don't think the US consumer is coming to McDonald's looking for the McPlant," the company's US president said.
"Pillsbury biscuits will be flakier, Annie's mac & cheese will be cheesier, and Betty Crocker fudge brownies will be fudgier," the CEO said Wednesday.
The Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill has seven cooking functions and is a compact, travel-friendly alternative to full-size grills. Here's how it works.
I tried every flavor of Culture Pop probiotic soda I could find and ranked them from worst to best. I really liked the watermelon-and-lime flavor.
From venti lattes to bottled water, here are some of the things I think people are wasting money on at Starbucks after working as a Starbucks barista.
We ranked five of the most popular cheeseburgers from Burger King, including the Whopper and the Bacon King.
I decided to try Applebee's for the first time and ordered menu items like the quesadilla burger, three-cheese chicken penne, and riblets platter.
I went to Il Mulino, a fine-dining chain that serves Italian-inspired food, for the first time. Here's what the $60 prix fixe dinner is like.
Traeger is known for its sturdy and dynamic pellet grills and smokers. Here are the best Traeger grills to upgrade your backyard barbecue.
As a dietitian based in New York City, these are my favorite snacks from Trader Joe's, many of which are high in protein and fiber.
If you've been to a restaurant recently, chances are you'll have spied hot honey on the menu. From Sweetgreen to KFC, here's how it's taking over.
I tried cooking frozen, premade meatballs with my air fryer, microwave, oven, and stovetop to see which appliance works best for the side dish.
I'm a former TV chef and a mom of three who shops at Costco on a $150 weekly budget. I grab Poppi, Kerrygold butter, and Kirkland Signature bagels.
I made ice cream 3 ways with a blender, bag, and Ninja Creami to find the best way to make homemade ice cream. I didn't need my $200 appliance.
The BrüMate Era Tumbler is leakproof and keeps water icy cold. Here's why I swore off my Stanley and switched to the BrüMate.
The BrüMate Era Tumbler is leakproof and keeps water icy cold. Here's why I swore off my Stanley and switched to the BrüMate.
TikTok users have posted about ordering Chili's Triple Dipper appetizer platter as their main meal. I thought it was a great value.
As a local, I tried CosMc's, the new McDonald's spin-off, for the first time. I tried drinks and food but wouldn't go back even though it's close by.