It’s Grilling Season! Who is excited as we are? And we’re not talking about the same old hamburgers, hot dogs, and potato salad. There is nothing wrong with old favorites but let’s dive into something fresh and new!
In preparation, we wanted to review some safety tips and procedures to ensure an optimal grilling experience:
Grill Preparation & Safety
- Is it in a safe spot, far enough from the house?
- Is the drip tray clean?
- Is your propane connection tight?
- Scrape down any remaining residue from last year
- Season liberally with oil
- Keep fire proof oven mitts and a spray bottle of water nearby in case of flare-ups
Now for the good stuff…
Easy & Delicious Grilling Ideas
Brush on some oil for flavor!
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Veggie |
Oil |
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Asparagus |
Lemon EVOO |
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Zucchini |
Tuscan Herb EVOO |
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New Potatoes |
White Truffle Oil |
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Cherry Tomatoes |
Basil EVOO |
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Peppers |
Garlic and/or Chipotle EVOO |
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Corn |
Butter EVOO & Truffle Sea Salt |
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Baby Bok-Choy |
Toasted Sesame Oil |
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Beets |
Blood Orange EVOO |
Marinate or glaze with balsamics* to turn up the volume on FLAVOR
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Food |
Balsamic |
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Sweet Potatoes |
Maple Balsamic |
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Skirt Steak |
Green Chili Oil & Espresso Balsamic |
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Chicken |
Harissa EVOO & Pineapple Balsamic |
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Pork |
Red Apple Balsamic |
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Salmon |
Rosemary EVOO & Traditional Balsamic |
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Peaches |
Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic |
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Fruit Kebabs |
Chocolate Balsamic |
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Watermelon & Feta or Goat Cheese |
Fig Balsamic |
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Pineapple w/ Cinnamon |
Cara Cara Orange-Vanilla Balsamic |
*When grilling with balsamics, be sure to apply the vinegar near the end of cooking. Otherwise, the naturally occurring sugars will burn and you’ll end up with charcoal instead of a delicious meal
Refreshing Infusions and Cocktails
For a thirst quenching and kid-friendly treat:
- Add fresh fruit to water, and let stand overnight in the fridge
- Freeze fruit and juice or water in an ice cube tray
For a light (not too sweet) cocktail…
- 1oz of any fruit balsamic
- 1oz Vodka or Gin
- 2oz carbonated beverage (Seltzer, Perrier, Tonic, Ginger ale…)
- Muddled or grilled fruit (optional)