PICKLING 101


The Quick Pickled Vegetables on page 15 are a great way to extend the life of fresh produce. Here’s what to know before you start:


CAN I USE ANY VINEGAR? Many vinegars have a strong flavor that will intensify over time. Stick to neutral distilled white vinegar for this recipe.


HOW LONG UNTIL THE PICKLES ARE READY? Refrigerate your pickles for at least a day before enjoying them. Remember that thin-sliced veggies will absorb the brine more quickly.


HOW LONG CAN I STORE HOMEMADE PICKLES? Store quick pickles in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. Follow manufacturer instructions to process the jars for shelf-stable storage.


Kitchen tip:


LET THE GRILL DO THE WORK The best results on the grill come from moving


Q&A Q: HOW CAN I TELL IF MY WATERMELON IS RIPE?


A: Watermelons don’t ripen off the vine, so you’ll want to select one at the store that’s ready to eat. Look for a watermelon that’s heavy for its size and has a hollow sound when tapped; this is a sign of juiciness. Large watermelons have a light yellow spot, called the field or ground spot, where they rested on the ground as they ripened. The larger the spot, the riper and sweeter the melon.


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food as little as possible. Keep the lid closed when you can and flip, move, or rotate only when needed. Resist the urge to press burgers flat on the grates, which can


cause juices to run out and lead to flare-ups.


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