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Outdoor Grilling

Outdoor Grilling

Nothing says summertime like firing up the grill! Whether you use the grill for special occasions or everyday cooking you'll find lots of recipes here. There is more to grilling than just steaks: sausage, shrimp, burgers, ribs, chicken, vegetables, and even desserts. Grilling can help reduce the fat in meats and keep the kitchen cool in hot summer months.



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recipe for bacon-wrapped stuffed jalapenos

Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

Jalapenos are stuffed with a cream cheese and monterey jack cheese mixture and wrapped in bacon before grilling.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat outback steakhouse shrimp on the barbie

Copycat Outback Steakhouse Shrimp on the Barbie

Copy this famous Outback Steakhouse recipe at home! Shrimp are seasoned with a dry rub then pan fried or grilled with an olive oil and white wine baste.

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for balsamic grilled chicken breasts

Balsamic Grilled Chicken Breasts

Fire up that grill and get ready to impress dinner guests with this delightful balsamic twist on chicken breast. Bring some flavor and sizzle to your plate.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for grilled yellow fin tuna steak

Grilled Yellow Fin Tuna Steak

Yellow fin flavored with tamari, garlic and butter is simple and elegant. A little wasabi won't hurt if you want to turn up the heat.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for honey-bourbon grilled pork tenderloin

Honey-Bourbon Grilled Pork Tenderloin

This grilled pork tenderloin recipe combines honey, bourbon, and a hint of ginger for a flavor-packed dinner. A little sweet, a little savory, and a lot of...

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for bacon wrapped grilled shrimp stuffed with spicy cheese

Bacon Wrapped Grilled Shrimp Stuffed With Spicy Cheese

Watch out, these bacon wrapped grilled shrimp "poppers" are addicting!

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for balsamic vinegar marinade for chicken

Balsamic Vinegar Marinade for Chicken

Vinegar is a great tenderizer for meats when used as a marinade. A good quality balsamic vinegar should have a slightly sweet taste to it so keep that in mind when...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for asian marinade for fish

Asian Marinade For Fish

This Asian marinade gives fish a quick flavor boost with ingredients like rice vinegar and soy sauce. The 30-minute fridge time is all it takes for delicious results.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for multi-purpose teriyaki marinade

Multi-Purpose Teriyaki Marinade

Become your own Shogun chef and serve this traditional Japanese cuisine. Soak any meat, seafood, or vegetable in the simple marinade of soy sauce, ginger, dry mustard...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled shark

Grilled Shark

This shark has some bite! Grilled shark steaks are basted with a sweet and sour sauce that pairs perfectly with the flavor of the fish.

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for teriyaki ginger marinade

Teriyaki Ginger Marinade

If you're looking to infuse your meals with a burst of umami, this teriyaki ginger marinade is your secret weapon. Toss it on any meat, and watch your dinners transform into a...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low sodium smoky chicken rub

Low Sodium Smoky Chicken Rub

This smoky, low-sodium melange with plenty of smoked paprika can be your secret to effortlessly flavorful chicken in the oven or on the grill.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for herb-marinated grilled halibut

Herb-Marinated Grilled Halibut

Made with black pepper, salt, fresh herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, halibut steaks

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled pork steaks

Grilled Pork Steaks

Pork steaks are marinated in a spicy lime and onion mixture and then grilled or cooked under a broiler.

Method:   stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hamburger baste

Hamburger Baste

How do you give a simple upgrade to a burger? Easy, use a burger baste. Melted butter, soy sauce and worcestershire keeps the patties moist and flavorful and only takes a second to whip...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for new york strips with mesa steak sauce

New York Strips with Mesa Steak Sauce

Strip steaks are pan-grilled and served with a unique sauce made from ketchup, horseradish, honey, maple syrup, ancho chile powder, and Dijon mustard.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for italian-style red wine steak marinade

Italian-Style Red Wine Steak Marinade

A bit of wine for the marinade, the rest with dinner! You can boil the herbed marinade until reduced and use it as a sauce to top off the steak.


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for grilled shrimp with vodka-lime sauce

Grilled Shrimp With Vodka-Lime Sauce

Shrimp, grilled with a slightly smoky taste, is complemented by a sauce bursting with citrusy and zesty flavors. The perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ole hawg's breath dry rub

Ole Hawg's Breath Dry Rub

Made with nutmeg, cinnamon, sugar, lemon pepper, paprika, barbecue seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fiesta steak

Fiesta Steak

This steak is perfect for turning into fajitas with a bit of sour cream and pico de gallo, and you can break out the rest of the tequila to really get the party going.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for italian dressing chicken marinade

Italian Dressing Chicken Marinade

The best marinades are ones you hardly have to think about. Bottled Italian dressing with herbs and spices thrown in is ready in an instant making marinated chicken a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlic hamburgers

Garlic Hamburgers

Garlic salt, garlic pepper, and fresh minced garlic give these lean grilled burger patties a triple dose of garlic flavor.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for honey thyme glaze grilled lamb chops

Honey Thyme Glaze Grilled Lamb Chops

These lamb chops aren't afraid of flavor, that's for sure. An olive oil marinade with garlic and fresh basil sets the stage for a honey-thyme glaze with balsamic to...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker pulled pork barbecue

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Barbecue

Slow cooker pulled pork is so easy it's hardly fair. Pork shoulder in the crockpot with a tangy barbecue sauce makes a pulled pork great for sandwiches.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for salmon with fresh pineapple salsa

Salmon with Fresh Pineapple Salsa

Fresh grilled salmon, zesty pineapple salsa... how can you go wrong? The bright honey-cilantro infused salsa is so good you might want to make extra for scooping up...

Method:   indoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baby back barbecue ribs

Baby Back Barbecue Ribs

Want a never-fail baby back rib recipe? You've got it! A simple rub seasons the ribs and your favorite bbq sauce adds the final flavor punch. These can be cooked on the grill or...

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for grilled amberjack au poivre

Grilled Amberjack au Poivre

Au Poivre is typically seen with steaks, but amberjack is thick and meaty enough to handle it. Marinating the amberjack with a healthy splash of lemon juice and thyme helps...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grilled pork cutlet with rosemary

Grilled Pork Cutlet with Rosemary

Grilled pork cutlets marinated in rosemary, olive oil and honey make for a tasty and easy weeknight meal.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for fajita marinade with salsa and italian dressing

Fajita Marinade With Salsa And Italian Dressing

This unique marinade for fajitas calls for salsa and prepared Italian salad dressing and can be used on beef or chicken. The marinade can also double as...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for barbecue halibut steaks

Barbecue Halibut Steaks

Halibut is a lean, white fish that is packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids. This recipe for barbecue halibut steaks uses a simple but flavorful baste to dress up the...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beer-based brisket marinade

Beer-Based Brisket Marinade

If you're on the lookout for a marinade that marries savory and smoky, you're in for a treat. With ingredients like beer, liquid smoke, and A1 sauce, this concoction brings...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for herb chicken marinade

Herb Chicken Marinade

Even a few hours in this basil infused, white wine-lemon marinade will transform a bland bird into a tremendously flavorful one.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for lime-vinegar marinade

Lime-Vinegar Marinade

A lime-based marinade like this one is ideal for all sorts of Mexican recipes. Giving your chicken a few hours in this marinade will add some feisty flavor and keep the meat...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chinese dry rub

Chinese Dry Rub

Rub a dub dub, Chinese spices on your grub. It's the kind of mix that makes even the grill get a little excited. MSG? A little controversy never hurt a spice blend.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for churrasco de frango (brazilian grilled chicken)

Churrasco De Frango (Brazilian Grilled Chicken)

The Brazilians know what they're doing when meat is involved. Fire-grilled chicken with plenty of olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon makes a...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for herbed pork steaks

Herbed Pork Steaks

Pork steaks are marinated in a herb and garlic mixture and then grilled. They can also be cooked under the broiler or on the stovetop (a grill pan or cast iron skillet work great)

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for the best damn grilled chicken ever

The Best Damn Grilled Chicken Ever

The secret to this winning chicken recipe is in the seasoning paste. Let the chicken marinate in the paste overnight for best results.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for all purpose fajita beer marinade for beef, chicken or seafood

All Purpose Fajita Beer Marinade For Beef, Chicken Or Seafood

Your fajita needs a little fiesta, and where's the fiesta without the cerveza? Use fresh lime juice in this zesty beer marinade to really...


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for meatloaf hamburgers with bacon barbecue sauce

Meatloaf Hamburgers with Bacon Barbecue Sauce

Meatloaf burgers are the grillable twist you didn't know you needed. Made with a combination of beef and sausage with bacon mixed in and topped with a...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for indian-spiced salmon rub

Indian-Spiced Salmon Rub

This Indian inspired rub features garam masala which is a blend of spices usually consisting of cumin, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, and other warm hued spices.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lemon parsley marinade

Lemon Parsley Marinade

Combining fresh parsley, tangy lemon juice, and savory chicken broth, this marinade injects a burst of citrusy, herby flavors into your dishes. Ideal for chicken or other...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pernil al horno (roast pork shoulder)

Pernil Al Horno (Roast Pork Shoulder)

This roast pork shoulder makes a visually impressive and equally tasty main course. Stuffing the shoulder with a simple mix of garlic, olive oil, and spices...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for all-purpose spice rub

All-Purpose Spice Rub

Let's face it: flavor makes everything better. This all-purpose spice rub is your new secret weapon in the battle against bland food.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tomato, garlic & basil marinated chicken

Tomato, Garlic & Basil Marinated Chicken

Made with tomato, garlic & basil marinade, vegetable or olive oil, water, white or balsamic vinegar, chicken breasts

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cracklin' sugar-charred cowboy steak

Cracklin' Sugar-Charred Cowboy Steak

Sirloin steaks are coated with a sugar and spice rub made with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and granulated sugar before grilling.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat cross-eyed pig basic rub

Copycat Cross-Eyed Pig Basic Rub

Cross-Eyed Pig, located in Arkansas, is known as the "Bad Boy of BBQ". You can bring some of that flavor home with this copycat rub that goes great on grilled...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dry rub for pork ribs

Dry Rub for Pork Ribs

Put away the steak sauce and embrace the art of the dry rub. This pork rib seasoning brings a smorgasbord of flavors to your plate, making every bite count in ways you never...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat applebee's bourbon street steak

Copycat Applebee's Bourbon Street Steak

Enjoy a home-cooked version of Applebee's Bourbon Street steak. With a simple marinade of bourbon, honey, and steak sauce it's perfect for busy weeknights or...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for grilled mahi-mahi

Grilled Mahi-Mahi

Made with garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, orange, lemon, lime, bay leaves, peppercorns, bulb fennel, red onion

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bourbon barbecue chicken

Bourbon Barbecue Chicken

Made with bourbon whiskey, molasses, ketchup, steak sauce, dry mustard, salt and black pepper, Tabasco, chili powder, cloves, onion

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours





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