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A hot dog Reuben is the deli classic you didn’t expect to make in an air fryer

Here's a whimsical take on a classic deli sandwich, made with hot dogs rather than the more standard corned beef, from our cookbook "The Instant Air Fryer Bible." Any hot dog will do — beef, pork, turkey even vegan hot dogs — although the best results are had with more standard, backyard-barbecue dogs, rather than fancier varieties. You probably never thought you'd be making sandwiches in an air fryer when you bought the machine. You thought you'd be making French fries, sure. You might have thought you'd be making crunchy sides like steak fries. You might even have thought about ...

Blueberries make for flavorful additions to cookies, too

Cookies are a versatile treat that can incorporate a wide range of ingredients. There’s no rules when it comes to making cookies, which means amateur bakers can take to their kitchens and whip up a batch of these beloved treats with whatever they have on hand in the pantry or refrigerator. Blueberries might be a go-to ingredient when baking a pie at home, but they also make for a delicious addition to a freshly baked batch of cookies. This recipe for “Butter Cookies With Blueberries” from Lines+Angles is a testament to the versatility of blueberries when it comes to crafting ...

Who says a vegetable garden needs full sun? Some plants do well in shadier spots

Conventional wisdom says vegetable gardens need full sun, but a productive garden doesn't always require the recommended six to eight hours of direct sunlight. If fences, trees or your house cast shade on your soil, growing vegetables won't be out of reach if you stick to plants that are grown for their leaves, stems or roots, rather than those grown for their fruit, like tomatoes, cucumbers, squash or peppers. To be clear, by "hours of sunlight," I'm referring to the length of time the sun reaches the soil each day as it moves across the sky, unobstructed by buildings and other ...

How to up the flavor of grilled fare

Foods cooked over an open flame are a staple of summer. Whether you’re looking to avoid heating up the house by using the stove on a summer weeknight or hosting a backyard barbecue for family and friends, a grill is a go-to at dinnertime once the weather warms up. Grilling imparts a uniquely smoky flavor to various foods, and there are many ways to make meals cooked over an open flame even more flavorful. As grilling season hits full swing, try these strategies to add flavor to grilled foods. • Know when to use marinade and when to use a dry rub. Marinades and dry rubs are widely ...

Car of the Week 7-18

The Car of the Week is a new 2026 Dodge Charger SCAT Pack with all-wheel drive from Victory Marietta. Sticker is $59,205, not including discounts offered by Victory. The high-output 3 liter twin turbo six pack is mated to an eight-speed automatic. EPA mileage rating is 16 city and 23 ...