How To Date Yourself On July Fourth

…or on any day, really.

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First, put a bottle of your favorite alcoholic beverage in the refrigerator. You will need it in any case, to celebrate your cooking success or to acknowledge that this didn’t work. Either way, I am currently partial to Stella Rosa, low in alcohol but delicious, and I especially appreciate the Black, Moscato, and peach versions on a summer evening.

For some people, this preparation might be it, but for the rest of you, put on the playlist that reflects your current mood and plan your shopping list: I suggest 80 or 85 percent ground beef, all-beef hot dogs, good quality buns — at least one step up from the supermarket brand, and summer season fresh produce such as corn, watermelon or peaches. If you are vegan, choose whatever you think the best burger or hot dog is… remember this is a date so get the good stuff!

I suggest 80 or 85 percent ground beef, all-beef hot dogs, good quality buns—at least one step up from the supermarket brand, and summer season fresh produce such as corn, watermelon or peaches. If you are vegan, choose whatever you think the best burger or hot dog is… remember this is a date so get the good…