One of the easiest ways to make homemade beef jerky involves a dehydrator. There are many excellent dehydrators on the market and all of them assist in the drying of the meat and removing its moisture for stellar jerky made in your kitchen.

Of all the aspects of jerky-making — choosing high-quality meat, perfecting the seasoning, nailing the drying time — one facet tends to go underappreciated. The way you slice your meat for beef jerky makes a huge difference in the final product.

Make pork burnt ends in the oven.

For browned beef, baking soda (a base) helps combat the excess moisture by changing the pH of the beef. This scientific tampering keeps the beef proteins from bonding too strongly, which helps prevent moisture from being expelled during the browning process. The result: foolproof caramelized ground beef.

September is that weird month that's not quite summer, but not quite fall. Make the most of this transitional month by incorporating seasonal fruits and veggies into your cooking. From apples and pears to cauliflower and bell peppers, here's what's in season in September:

Wondering what's in season in August? It's your lucky day. From figs and plums to tomatoes and tomatillos, embrace late summer fruits and vegetables with this handy August produce guide.

As we settle into summer, you may be wondering what fruits and vegetables to keep an eye out for at the farmers' market — and what exactly to cook with your next produce haul. Here's a comprehensive list of the fruits and veggies you should look out for in July

The arrival of June means that summer is officially in full swing. Kick off the season by utilizing fresh seasonal produce in your cooking and baking.