grilling

Okay, we realize it's fun to squirt lighter fluid all over a live fire, but beyond being generally unwise for you and those around you, it won't help food cook. In fact, it'll impart a chemical flavor non-lighter fluid fans probably won't appreciate. Take control of your fire, Grillmaster, no cheating. 

Yes, you can throw bacon on a grill, just like they do at the famed Peter Luger Steakhouse in Brooklyn. The key is to use slab bacon. Have your butcher cut 1/4-inch-thick slices for you, or buy a hunk and slice it yourself. Then grill till crisp and serve it with sweet horseradish sauce, as per the nice grilling professionals at Bon Appétit.

If your big plan was to unveil a super-impressive burger this grilling weekend, we've got you covered. While there's nothing like a classic All-American cheeseburger, everyone knows you can already churn those out like a true grillmaster. And if you you don't know how, we've got a killer recipe too. But have you ever made a Saigon burger? Didn't think so. Expand your burger universe with these 15 winners (some vegetarian options as well).