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Grilled Spicy Sausage Burritos


INGREDIENTS

8 (4-6 ounce) spicy Chorizo Sausage
1 (15 ounce) can red beans
1/2 cup cooked Spanish rice
1 orange bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 smoked poblano pepper
1/2 bunch red leaf or frislee lettuce, shredded
1 cup Pico de Gallo
1 cup Shredded Monterey and Jack Cheese
2 cups light sour cream
2 cups fresh guacamole
6 (12 inch) flour tortillas

Preheat grill and lightly […]

Zesty Mango Chicken


Sauce:
1 cup Mango Puree
1 cup Red Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
1/2 cup Zesty Orange Sauce (General Tso’s can be substituted)
1/4 cup Spicy Plum Sauce
1/2 cup Liquid Butter (Melted will work)
1 tbsp Blackened Seasfood Seasoning
Fresh Cilantro
Combine ingredients stiring together to completely mix flavors and place into a container and leave in the fridge for at least 1 […]

Homemade Soda While you Grill


Upon receiving the Soda Club, I put it through its paces and worked up several beverages, including diet colas and fruit-enhanced beverages. The set-up was very simple and the directions gave clear and concise steps to set up the carbonizer.
The top feature is self control of the water source. You decide what you start with, […]

The Big Easy is “Super Easy”


This Thanksgiving went extra smooth thanks to Charbroil’s Big Easy. It took just a few minutes to set up and then it was off to the porch to cook the Thanksgiving Beast. I rubbed it down with some herbs and seasoning, my own special blend, and then injected into the breasts and thighs some garlic […]

Grilled Holiday Pork Loin


1-8 lb Pork Loin
1 quart Minors Dark Roast Java BBQ Sauce
1/4 cup Balsamic Glaze (Balsamic Vinegar Reduction)
Sea Salt
Ground Pepper
Fresh Chopped Garlic
Steak Seasoning

Pre-heat Grill to medium high heat
Take the Pork loin and rub it down with the salt, pepper, and chopped garlic. Cut into two pieces and place into a gallon zip lock bag or […]

Mushrooms Rockefeller


18 large fresh button mushrooms
4 slices bacon
1/4 cup minced yellow onion
12 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 can (4oz) chopped pimientos, drained
1 tsp Sundried Tomato Pesto
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 cup grated Fontina Cheese
PREPARATION:
1. Lightly spray cast iron skillet with nonstick, high heat, cooking spray. (Unless it’s already seasoned) Preheat grill to medium […]

Grilled Sweet Taters


3 Large Sweet Potatoes
2 tablespoons light olive oil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
Drizzle of Balsamic Vinegar

Preheat grill for medium heat. Cut sweet potatoes into quarter sized chunks.
Place pieces on an oiled vegetable grate, placed onto top of the grill. You can also use a specialized grill pan for this step. Gently stir and toss until the […]

Grilled Roasted Root Vegetables with Figs


3 Sweet Potatoes
3 Yukon Gold Potatoes
3 Turnips
3 Parsnips
1 Dz Fresh small figs
2 bulbs peeled garlic bulbs (less is desired)
4 Tbsp Salad Oil (more may be needed)
Sea Salt, Pepper to taste

Preheat grill at medium high heat - indirect grilling.
Cut potatoes, turnips, and parsnips into quarter sized chunks. Toss in a large bowl with garlic, cleaned […]

Grill Your Bird!


10-12 lb whole turkey
2 tbsp Sesame Oil
3 cloves Minced Garlic
Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat your grill for indirect medium-high heat. Mix sesame oil and minced garlic together. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Wash out turkey with clear potable water and pat dry. Turn wings back to hold neck skin in place. Return […]

Grilled Cajun Chicken


Grilled Cajun Chicken

2 cups garlic olive oil
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon creole seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Hot Sauce
10 boneless skinless tender pressed chicken breasts

Combine the oil and spices in a resealable plastic bag.
Add the chicken breasts and marinade for at least 1 hour in refrigerator.
Preheat grill.
Drain chicken […]

Scott Anderson

I'm the Associate Food Service Director at Shepherd University and work with the local board of health as a ServSafe Instructor. I also work with Antietam National Battlefield as Project Director on new Food Service venues. I love to try new recipes and am often seen in the kitchen reinventing some old classics; usually kicked up a notch in the heat index. One can never have enough spice or heat to flavor a dish. Just remember to tell the customer so they don't end up running to the water fountain.