Although time-consuming because preparation includes brining and air-drying, smoking a turkey breast is pretty straight-forward and easy to do with either a gas or charcoal grill.
Sidekicks: Three Fun Barbecue Side Dishes from Mike Stines
Now you’re looking for some ideas for side dishes that will withstand the hot weather and not make your guests ill. Here’s what I like to serve: Thai-style cucumber salad, horseradish pickled beets and pickled red onions. Add some chipotle butter for the corn and you’ll have a great meal with complementary flavors and tastes.
Mike’s Carolina-style Pulled Pork in Mustard
Barbecue cooking isn’t rocket science nor, however, does two plus two equal four on the grill. Barbecue is low and slow cooking not baking (that’s more chemistry than cooking). The meat is done when it’s done; you can guesstimate so many minutes per pound but you’ll rarely be right on the money.
Chile Lime Shrimp and Baja Gazpacho
Traditionally Independence Day is one of the busiest days for backyard cooking. Burgers, hot dogs, steaks and more are on grills throughout the country. For my July 4th get-together this year I’m creating a refreshing, somewhat spicy, and very flavorful appetizer to serve my guests: Chile Lime Garlic Shrimp with Baja Gazpacho.
Burger Time: Barbecue Glaze and Burgers to Match
This recipe adds a barbecue glaze to the burgers to create true barbecue burgers instead of ground beef on the grill.
Vegan Grilling: Thinking Outside the Brisket
That being said I often grill vegetables as side dishes, so putting together a totally vegan menu wouldn’t be too difficult. So I asked myself, if I didn’t eat meat, seafood or shellfish, what would I want to have for dinner?
Boarding Action
I’ve often been asked what is the best cutting board for a home kitchen. After selecting quality knives, which are the first high-cost purchase you need to make, cutting boards are probably the most important accessory for your kitchen. A good board makes slicing, dicing and chopping easier and safer.
