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Neelys' Festive TV Atmosphere in BBQ Preparation
Pat and Gina Neely have gained a national following through the Food Network. The couple specializes in barbecue and a variety of dishes, encouraging the joy in cooking.
Have A Mongolian Barbecue At Home
A Mongolian Barbecue or Mongolian Braai allows hosts and guests much freedom. Preparation may be done in advance and guests are free to choose their own food and cook it.
BBQ Grilled Turkey
Once the grill is set up to cook a turkey, it's pretty much the same as cooking it in an oven but much more fun. Learn how to cook a turkey on the outside grill.
Charcoal Grilling Techniques
Learn tips and techniques for the perfect charcoal barbeque grilling experience. When should indirect and direct cooking techniques be used?
How to Light a Charcoal Grill
Find out how to light a charcoal grill for the perfect outdoor cooking experience. Learn how to light BBQ briquettes using various methods. .
BBQ Grilling Tips and Techniques – Gas Grill
Learn grilling tips for the perfect BBQ gas grilling experience. When should indirect or direct grilling techniques be used? When should BBQ sauce be applied?
BBQ Pork Spare Rib Recipes – Sweet or Spicy Rubs
Find out the secret to BBQ tender and succulent pork spare ribs every time. Two mouth watering recipes with a sweet or a spicy rub, both are absolutely delicious.
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with Pico de Gallo
The portobello mushroom offers a large surface for fillings and fits well on the grate of a grill or BBQ.
BBQ Tri Tip Recipes – Rub and Marinade
Find out the secret to BBQ grilling a juicy Tri Tip every time. Two mouth-watering tri tip grilling recipes with a rub and with a marinade that's absolutely delicious.
Stuffed Mushrooms on the Outdoor Barbecue
Mushrooms are not often thought of as food for outdoor grilling; however, stuffed and grilled mushrooms make an outstanding party food.
Tri-Colour Potato Salad
A trio of blue, yellow and red baby potatoes makes for a delicious and festive potato salad.
Marinated Polska Kielbasa
Marinating a sausage may seem out of the ordinary to some, but adding flavor to Polska Kielbasa really takes it to the next level. Here's a simple way to do it.
Grilled Salmon Sandwiches with Tapenade Recipe
Looking for an easy recipe featuring fresh grilled salmon? Try these fish sandwiches with an quick mayonnaise sauce flavored with the black olive spread from Provence.
Diner-Style Grilled Chicken Burgers Recipe
Topped with thousand island dressing, shredded lettuce, pickles, and cheese, ground chicken burgers star in an easy-to-make classic diner-style sandwich recipe.
BBQ Chicken Recipes
These tasty BBQ Chicken Recipes are simple and flavorful. These different chicken-grilling methods will tantalize the taste buds.
Quick and Easy July Fourth Barbecue
Even beginning cooks can whip together an easy and inexpensive holiday feast for the family.
BBQ Shrimp Recipes
It's hard to beat grilled shrimp for a tasty and fast meal. These simple recipes are a bit unusual, but it'll cause the taste buds to tingle with delight
Asparagus and Zucchini on the Grill
Grilling vegetables along with the meat on an outdoor BBQ is tastier and healthier than pan-frying. It's also more convenient and creates less of a mess in the kitchen.
Fourth of July Picnic BBQ and Dessert Ideas
For the Fourth of July, the BBQ and and dessert portion of the day is one of the most important parts, besides the fireworks. Create a bang with these picnic ideas.
Fourth of July Picnic Drinks, Sides and Salads
Grilling on July 4th is just as common as fireworks. Create a picnic spread for your family and friends with a range of menu ideas that are simple and delicious.
Cooking Beer Brats on the Grill
The most important factor for cooking bratwurst is to keep the casing intact. These methods of cooking bratwurst will keep the casing intact every time
Campfire Gourmet
If you're heading into the woods for a weekend of camping, don't bother packing boring sandwiches. With imagination, meals can be as elaborate as you'd like.
Practice Safe Food
Food borne illness can ruin a picnic faster than an army of ants. Take steps to serve safe, healthy food and help your guests avoid stomach distress or worse.
Fun July Fourth Foods
It's time to celebrate America's birthday! These easy to "make and take" side dishes and desserts all have a patriotic twist to them and will be enjoyed by all.
Maple Barbecue Pork Burger with Apple Coleslaw
Maple barbecue pork burgers can be enjoyed as a party food during the long, hot summer months and the cool, fall days.