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grilled tuna

Grilled Tuna Steaks

  Either grease grill or grill basket (or use Pam spray for grills.) You can cook this on an indoor type grill, or a stove-top grill too. Lightly brush tuna steaks with olive oil or melted butter. Sprinkle with garlic powder. Cook covered 2 to 3 minutes per side per ½ inch of thickness. Turn…

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grilled sirloin steak

Grilled Sesame Sirloin Steak

  1/4 cup soy sauce 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 Tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 2 Tablespoons brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon pepper Dash to 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1 ½ lb. boneless sirloin steak about 3/4 inch thick   In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce,…

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grilled fish

Fish Grilling Basics

  Fish on the grill can be tricky. Here’s some tips for greater success. Always oil the rack before placing the fish. A fish basket is an easier solution. Still oil it before placing the fish in it. Lightly brush the fish with olive oil or butter. I typically sprinkle with garlic powder and fresh…

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grilled vegetables

Easy Vegetables on the Grill

  You can use just about any combination your little heart desires – Zucchini Mushrooms Broccoli Cauliflower Tomatoes or cherry tomatoes Peppers, red, yellow, green, Onions, Red, pearl, Spanish, etc. The key to success is having the vegetables cut into uniform sized pieces, 1 – 1 ½ inch each. In a bowl, gently toss the…

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grilled corn

Corn on the Cob on the Grill

  Gently pull back the husk, being careful not to pull it off. Remove as much silk as possible. Pull the husk back up over the corn and tie at the top Soak in water for 10 or 15 minutes. Squeeze out excess water and grill for 15 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally.

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Basic Shish Kabobs

  1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup wine vinegar or favorite vinegar 1/4 cup catsup 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon oregano or rosemary 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, peeled and mashed 3 lbs. Steak cut into 1 inch cubes Green pepper squares Pearl onions, or onion…

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bbq ribs

Basic Ribs – Easy

  4 lb. baby back ribs Garlic Powder Barbecue Sauce   Cut ribs into 2 rib sections Sprinkle with garlic powder Place in a large dutch oven. Add just enough water to cover. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Simmer means not quite boiling. If you boil them, they will be tough. Meanwhile, heat grill….

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acai

Acai Berry

Actually a fairly new discovery – found in Brazil in 1999.   According to the hype, they have –  *  as much calcium as milk,  *  more antioxidants than blueberries,  *  more nutrients than a multi-vitamin,  *  and deliver a caffeine-like energy boost.   And the taste will remind you of chocolate & cherries.   Now…

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grilled peppers

Basic Grilled Peppers

    While you wait for your grill to die down and be ready for that great steak, you can throw on red, green, ancho, Anaheim, or poblano peppers to char.   Char them until they are black and crackly all over.   Remove them from grill and place in a paper bag to steam…

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Barbecue Sauce

    Make your own Barbecue Sauce   ¼ cup ketchup 3 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 tablespoon ready made white horseradish 2 teaspoons firmly packed dark brown sugar 1 clove garlic, minced 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme ¼ teaspoon black pepper   In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, vinegar, horseradish, brown sugar, garlic and thyme. Mix…

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