The truth about grilling and cancer

Keep calm and grill on. No Images? Click here     Happy Memorial Day weekend! Like clockwork, this glorious 3-day break signals the beginning of grilling season, when your local news will likely run an alarmist story titled something like "GRILLING AND CANCER: ARE YOU AT RISK?" You've probably heard the rumors that the gorgeous black grill marks on your burger contain cancer-causing carcinogens, or that the meat itself is more dangerous than the char on it. We talked to cancer experts who explained whether we should worry or not. Read these guidelines and you can relax at your cookout. Speaking of cookout, check out all our favorite recipes below! XO, Kristen   The best recipes for your cookout 15 takes on beef burgers 21 better veggie burger recipes that'll make you a believer 13 takes on potato salad, in case everyone's sick of your old one These are NOT your mother's pasta salads Grilled chicken recipes that aren't a total bore MORE Taste test: The best hot dog brands 43 percent of Americans are afraid to find out what's in hot dogs. Do YOU know? How to clean your grill with aluminum foil and a little elbow grease   Baking with real vanilla? You might be wasting your money. Real vanilla can be pricey, but it's worth it for its superior flavor, right? Well ... not if you're baking at high temperatures. We talked to sensory scientists who explained why real vanilla isn't necessarily any better than imitation vanilla when you're making certain desserts. Learn when it's worth it and when it's not.     How to make YOUR ultimate brownies   Chewy, fudgy, shiny, gooey: Everyone has their own definition of the perfect brownie. We talked to three professional bakers who showed us how they make THEIR ideal brownie, and they also shared tips that'll help you achieve yours. Read the story here.   Eat on: The Lazy Mistake You're Probably Making With Butter So, You're Probably Eating Intestines This Holiday Weekend Nutritionists Say You're Probably Putting Way Too Much Fruit In Your Smoothie Every Pie Recipe You Could Ever Want    .     👋You may have noticed our website is now www.huffpost.com. Don't worry, it'll still be the same HuffPost you know and love, just with a new URL. Make sure to update your bookmarks!   HuffPost is now a part of Verizon Media Group. On May 25, 2018 we introduced a new Oath Privacy Policy which will explain how your data is used and shared. Learn More. No moon dust. No B.S. Just a completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life. Subscribe here. Like what you see? Share it. Can't get enough? You'll also love HuffPost's Entertainment newsletter. ©2019 HuffPost | 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost Feedback | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe    . - - Preferences  |  Unsubscribe