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Great Grilled Grub

Right now you could slap raw meat directly on my front walk and have a well-done burger in less than five minutes. It’s that hot outside. Whether your neck of the woods is sizzling in the summer heat or it’s unusually cloudy and cool, nothing says August like a meal prepared on the grill. Take some time to relish the season with a summer barbeque. Here are some simple recipes to get you started: SPICY GRILLED PORK CHOPS Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cumin seeds 1 tablespoon red chili flakes 2 tablespoons coriander seeds 1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns 3 tablespoons dried … Continue reading →

Shrimp-tastic Entrees

While the price of milk and bread has skyrocketed in the past six months, the cost of shrimp has gone down in most places. Experts say it’s simply a matter of supply and demand. I’m allergic to shrimp, though I wish that wasn’t the case, given that my local grocer has reduced the price of the popular seafood so dramatically, it’s hard not to be tempted to buy. I may not be able to gorge on shrimp like others, but growing up in Hawaii I’ve had multiple opportunities to cook them up at family gatherings. The following are some of … Continue reading →

Mediterranean-Style Rib Eye Steaks and Garlic Butter Shrimp

With summer rapidly drawing to a close many families are putting the finishing touches on their vacations. Sadly, winter marshmallow roasts around the living room fireplace will soon replace the outdoor BBQs that have become an evening staple for some clans. Bidding good-bye to summer is never easy (especially if you live in the Upper Midwest), which is why I like to ease the pain by grilling out as much as possible during these last weeks of August. The following recipes make for delicious Surf ‘n’ Turf meal. The first dish is a Mediterranean-style Ribeye Steak infused with classic flavors … Continue reading →

Glorious Grilled Shrimp with Sweet Summer Corn Relish

Declare your independence from your stove this Fourth of July. Fire up the grill and salute Old Glory with this glorious grilled shrimp dish. It does double duty as a hearty appetizer or as a main course paired with couscous or jasmine rice. The recipe also includes a refreshing relish featuring fresh sweet summer corn and bacon. The bacon adds a smoky flavor to the shrimp and the corn gives the dish a welcome crunch. What’s also nice about this recipe is that it can be made in advance so if you are making it to serve at your Fourth … Continue reading →

Grilling Up a Fourth of July Feast—Hawaiian Style

I grew up in Hawaii where you don’t need a special occasion to fire up the grill. So you can imagine the smells that emanated from neighborhoods, parks and beaches on holidays like the Fourth of July. It was a virtual grillfest. The aroma of sizzling steaks, ridiculously delicious ribs, and scrumptious shrimp would mix with the island’s salt air and make your mouth water. Sadly, I won’t be home to celebrate Independence Day with my family this year, but that’s not stopping me from making some of my favorite local recipes this holiday weekend. If you are looking to … Continue reading →

Grilled Summer Seafood

Summer’s sweltering temperatures often lead home chefs to look for lighter recipes that will get them out of the kitchen faster and into a cool spot before working up a real sweat. Other home cooks opt out of the kitchen all together and instead whip up their family’s summer meals on an outdoor grill. The following recipes cater to both groups. The first features succulent seasoned shrimp on skewers. Not only does skewering the shrimp and vegetables make it easy to cook, but also they are equally simple (and fun) to eat as a portable picnic food. You can serve … Continue reading →

Ready, Set, Grill—-Marinated Steaks and Chocolate Burritos

This is it. For the past few days I have been posting some of my family’s all-time favorite grill recipes. Chicken, shrimp, steak… you name it and we’ve probably tried to grill it in years past. But today is the day that I finally reveal what we will be grilling up this Memorial Day. I’m combining two of my favorite ingredients—-balsamic vinegar and rosemary–to make a killer marinade for steaks. It’s so simple and so incredibly delicious I wouldn’t be surprised if you decide to make it a summer staple. I will be topping our steaks with some sautéed mushrooms … Continue reading →

Ready, Set, Grill—CHICKEN

The Memorial Day weekend has officially begun and I can smell the grills going now. All this week I have been guest blogging in FOOD sharing some of my favorite grilling recipes. Now that we’ve covered my favorite steak and my mom’s favorite shrimp recipes it’s time to move on to my daughter’s favorite grilled item–chicken. You don’t have to be an expert chef to know that it is very hard to mess up grilled chicken. As long as you don’t let your bird overcook and become dry and rubbery you’ve got the makings of a winning dish on your … Continue reading →

Ready, Set, Grill—-SHRIMP

The Memorial Day holiday weekend is upon us… time to ditch the oven and fire up the grill. For the past few days I have been guest blogging in FOOD sharing some of my favorite summertime recipes, most of which can easily be prepared in the great outdoors. Over the next couple of days millions of families across the country will dust off their grills, drag them out of their garages where they have been hibernating for the winter, and tear open a package of hot dogs or hamburger meat. Both are tasty and traditional options to throw on the … Continue reading →

Cinco de Mayo: Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas

Here is another great recipe for your Cinco de Mayo fete. While there are a few more steps to this recipe than normal–the results are well worth the effort. A second set of hands is helpful–but not necessary. Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas To make approximately 4 quesadillas you’ll need: 1 red onion, halved 1 large beefsteak tomato, halved 1 bell pepper, sliced 15 to 20 frozen cocktail shrimps, thawed 2 cups of Mexican blend or sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 4 large flour tortillas juice of 3 limes 1 tbsp of cumin Directions: Place shrimp on a skewer and in a shallow … Continue reading →