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Think about cooking healthy in this busy high stress world. Waterless grease less cooking preserves the vitamins and minerals of all of your foods and avoids the carcinogens from charring the meats.

A great example of using the Multi element surgical stainless steel cookware with steam control is the following recipe:
Heat pot on medium heat and then place chicken pieces in pan and brown on both sides. Extra oil in not needed. Very minor sticking may be present but no problem. When browned on both sides add whatever vegetables you desire, (potatoes, broccoli, squash, carrots or whatever). Just place them over the meat, put on the lid and close the steam valve. Turn heat to low and allow it to cook. Everything cooks evenly as the heat re-circulates evenly throughout the entire pot. Allowing rapid cooking with all the nutrients preserved. Enjoy wonderful healthy fast cooking with Waterless cookware.

You can apply this technique to any pot roast, pork, chicken or whatever recipe as long as it doesn’t want it drenched in flour and submerged in oil. Of course the cookware is great for frying foods also it just is taking advantage of the wonderful even heat distribution and not the steaming characteristics. Most of the waterless cookware sets are totally ovenproof allowing baking as well as the great stove top healthy waterless greaseless cooking techniques. The cookware is like a low pressure, pressure cookers but far more versatile. So grab your recipe books, especially the diet ones and get cooking. Whether your Mom’s favorite recipes, gourmet clubs recipes, South Beach or Weight Watchers, some great Cajun, Mexican, French, Italian cookbooks. They can all be adapted to the technique or at least benefit from the fabulous even heating characteristics of the encapsulated multiple element pots and pans. Even cooking rice or spaghetti is great. But the greatest advantage is in the ability to reduce the oil in the recipes and therefore reduce calories right off the bat. The waterless technique of course is great for cooking the vegetables all by themselves as well. They come out as crisp as you want with preserving most of the vitamins and minerals to boot. I’ll describe the cookware below.

Waterless cooking technique:

The steam control valve features on waterless cooking Cookware makes “waterless cooking” easy. You can cook Healthier in this cookware because it eliminates the need for grease or oil in cooking. To use the steam Control valve, start cooking on medium heat (never use high heat) then, when the valve begins To whistle, close the valve and turn down to low And finish cooking.

Multiple element construction Our premium cookware has 7, 9, or 11 element Construction. All are quality items and work pretty Much the same this refers to the fused heating surface Attached to the bottom of the stainless steel Cookware which has thin layers of different High conduction metals. This allows heat to spread rapidly and evenly across the entire cooking surface allowing the food to cook evenly.

James Mawhinney

My wife and I have an E-marketing business called JMEnterprises. We promote premium cookware and come from a passion of cooking and fine dining. We have a love of fine wine and gourmet foods and have a good knowledge of what it takes to cook and prepare good foods. My wife Silvia is a fabulous cook. Over time I may branch out in my articles but for now will be doing articles relating to cooking and healthy eating. http://www.cookwarenthings.com

Outset A902, Replacement bristles for QT40, QB40 & QB45


$4.95

The Stella Series is Outset’s newest grillware collection. Polished off with sleek radiance, this series streamlined form is refelective of its design-forward simplicity. The replacement bristles for the Stella Grill Brush allow you the comfort of knowing your grill will always be ready for that improptu backyard party. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota – Outset, is a leading supplier of sophisticated, functional, and timeless barbecue and barware accessories. Founders Jeff Norling and Curt Anderson ¿ two seasoned entrepreneurs decided to fill a gap in home entertaining with unique and quality grill and chillware. They blended their diverse industry-related experiences to create a progressive, stylish and consumer savvy company that offers a wide range of innovative entertaining products. Outset has shaped a design driven, superior quality line of products that bring distinctive form and sophisticated functionality to kitchens and patios everywhere. As designer, manufacturer, importer and seller, Outset is heating up and re-defining at-home entertaining. Fire up your grilling spirit¿.. Outset – Entertaining well done!

Beer-Can Chicken: And 74 Other Offbeat Recipes for the Grill


$4.34

Chicken on a beer can? You bet! When Steven Raichlen, America’s barbecue guru, says it’s the best grilled chicken he’s ever tasted, cooks stop and listen. An essential addition to every grill jockey’s library, Beer-Can Chicken presents 75 must-try beer-can variations and other offbeat recipes for the grill. Recipes such as Saigon Chicken with Lacquered Skin and Spicy Peanut Sauce, Root Beer Game Hens, Beer-Can Turkey (uses the 32-ounce Foster’s), Stoned Chicken (it’s grilled under a brick), Dirty Steak, Fish on a Board (Salmon with Brown Sugar Glaze), Mussels Eclade-grilled under pine needles, Grilled Eggs, Wacky Rumaki, Rotisseried Garlic Rolls-even Grilled Yellow Pepper Soup will have your mouth-watering. Whether on a can, on a stick, under a brick, in a leaf, on a plank, or in the embers, each grilling technique is explained in easy-to-follow steps, with recipes that guarantee no matter how crazy the technique, the results are always outstanding. So pop a cold one and have fun.Steven Raichlen’s Beer-Can Chicken tells everything one should ever need to know about roasting a chicken upright on top of a can of beer. For those who find that premise strange or silly (Raichlen, in fact, thanks his publisher for being “wacky enough” to produce the book), the author describes beer-can chicken as “the perfect bird, crackly crisp, succulent within … the most flavorful chicken you’ve ever tasted.”Raichlen’s goal is to encourage grillers to have fun and use their imagination, and he presents 74 “offbeat recipes” as starting points. Notable selections include Beer-Can Turkey, which requires a giant 32-ounce can of Foster’s to do the job; Welder’s Chicken, a stewing hen wrapped in aluminum foil and turned with welder’s gloves; Dirty Steaks, cooked right on the coals; and Diabolical Chicken, soaked with spicy French mustard and which Raichlen makes “whenever I’m short on time or fancy ingredients but want to impress the hell out of my guests.” There are also recipes for “beerless birds” (Ginger Ale Chicken, Black Cherry Soda Chicken), side dishes, and desserts, as well as info on grilling techniques and equipment.A chicken straddling a beer can, at the very least, makes a great conversation piece at an outdoor beer bash. Raichlen’s most helpful hint? Make sure the beer can is open before putting it on the grill. –Andy Boynton

Smokin’: Recipes for Smoking Ribs, Salmon, Chicken, Mozzarella, and More with Your Stovetop Smoker


$10.40

Get that great taste of wood-smoked food using the top of your kitchen stove. Contains everything you need to know about smoking foods at home, using a stovetop smoker. Chris serves up 36 master recipes for smoking everything from whole chickens to shrimp, plus 95 recipes for soups, salads, and sides that use smoked ingredients. There’s Tea-Smoked Duck; Smoked Eggplant Soup; and Fettuccine with Smoky Salmon, Peas, and Leeks to name just a few. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination and your love for smoky flavor. With Chris Styler’s tips, techniques, and pointers, smoking food is simple, fast, and the taste speaks for itself. Smokin’ — it’s well, smokin’.

Recipe of the Week: Burgers: 52 Easy Recipes for Year-round Cooking


$2.63

A tasty new burger for every week of the year If you’re tired of the same old boring burgers, this cookbook is just what you need. It gives you a year’s worth of delectably different burger recipes–from Caramelized Onion and Blue Cheese Burgers to Salmon Burgers with Wasabi. Whether you want a wonderful weeknight meal or a blissful backyard barbecue, this full-color book is jam-packed with unbeatable burger ideas–everything you need to unleash your burger creativity and delight family and friends!

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Think about cooking healthy in this busy high stress world. Waterless grease less cooking preserves the vitamins and minerals of all of your foods and avoids the carcinogens from charring the meats.

A great example of using the Multi element surgical stainless steel cookware with steam control is the following recipe:
Heat pot on medium heat and then place chicken pieces in pan and brown on both sides. Extra oil in not needed. Very minor sticking may be present but no problem. When browned on both sides add whatever vegetables you desire, (potatoes, broccoli, squash, carrots or whatever). Just place them over the meat, put on the lid and close the steam valve. Turn heat to low and allow it to cook. Everything cooks evenly as the heat re-circulates evenly throughout the entire pot. Allowing rapid cooking with all the nutrients preserved. Enjoy wonderful healthy fast cooking with Waterless cookware.

You can apply this technique to any pot roast, pork, chicken or whatever recipe as long as it doesn’t want it drenched in flour and submerged in oil. Of course the cookware is great for frying foods also it just is taking advantage of the wonderful even heat distribution and not the steaming characteristics. Most of the waterless cookware sets are totally ovenproof allowing baking as well as the great stove top healthy waterless greaseless cooking techniques. The cookware is like a low pressure, pressure cookers but far more versatile. So grab your recipe books, especially the diet ones and get cooking. Whether your Mom’s favorite recipes, gourmet clubs recipes, South Beach or Weight Watchers, some great Cajun, Mexican, French, Italian cookbooks. They can all be adapted to the technique or at least benefit from the fabulous even heating characteristics of the encapsulated multiple element pots and pans. Even cooking rice or spaghetti is great. But the greatest advantage is in the ability to reduce the oil in the recipes and therefore reduce calories right off the bat. The waterless technique of course is great for cooking the vegetables all by themselves as well. They come out as crisp as you want with preserving most of the vitamins and minerals to boot. I’ll describe the cookware below.

Waterless cooking technique:

The steam control valve features on waterless cooking Cookware makes “waterless cooking” easy. You can cook Healthier in this cookware because it eliminates the need for grease or oil in cooking. To use the steam Control valve, start cooking on medium heat (never use high heat) then, when the valve begins To whistle, close the valve and turn down to low And finish cooking.

Multiple element construction Our premium cookware has 7, 9, or 11 element Construction. All are quality items and work pretty Much the same this refers to the fused heating surface Attached to the bottom of the stainless steel Cookware which has thin layers of different High conduction metals. This allows heat to spread rapidly and evenly across the entire cooking surface allowing the food to cook evenly.

James Mawhinney

My wife and I have an E-marketing business called JMEnterprises. We promote premium cookware and come from a passion of cooking and fine dining. We have a love of fine wine and gourmet foods and have a good knowledge of what it takes to cook and prepare good foods. My wife Silvia is a fabulous cook. Over time I may branch out in my articles but for now will be doing articles relating to cooking and healthy eating. http://www.cookwarenthings.com

Outset QS72 Stainless Steel Small 12″ x 10″ Grill Grid


$15.98

The sizzling Grilltop Collection from Outset provides a secure venue for all of your barbecue adventures. Outset has the woks, grids, skillets, grill and fish baskets, and kabob racks that will ensure your success, whatever’s on the menu. Impeccably manufactured to meet exclusive standards in outdoor entertaining, the quality of Outset’s barbeque tools is peerless. Hand washing is suggested. Dimensions: 12″ x 10″

Outset QM10, Copper Mesa Spatula


$18.95

Grab life by the grills with grillware from Outset’s Copper Mesa Collection. Designed for grilling ease, the Copper Mesa’s marriage of form and function brings unique comfort and gripping style to the table. The Copper Mesa Spatula is lightweight and heavy-duty, constructed of seamless stainless-steel. This grillware comes with a comfortable soft-grip handle and elegant copper accents. The oversized handles keep you safe from the heat source while you command your grilling with the oversized spatula head. The metal loop at the base of the handle makes for easy storage. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota – Outset, is a leading supplier of sophisticated, functional, and timeless barbecue and barware accessories. Founders Jeff Norling and Curt Anderson ¿ two seasoned entrepreneurs decided to fill a gap in home entertaining with unique and quality grill and chillware. They blended their diverse industry-related experiences to create a progressive, stylish and consumer savvy company that offers a wide range of innovative entertaining products. Outset has shaped a design driven, superior quality line of products that bring distinctive form and sophisticated functionality to kitchens and patios everywhere. As designer, manufacturer, importer and seller, Outset is heating up and re-defining at-home entertaining. Fire up your grilling spirit¿.. Outset – Entertaining well done!

Outset QB30 Rosewood and Stainless Steel Fork


$10.99

Created as an extended family of tools for the accustomed griller, the Outset Rosewood Fork is straightforward and down to earth. The handsome rosewood collection of barbecue tools are designed for every aspect of outdoor grilling and entertaining. The essential utility of stainless steel is completed with finely crafted rosewood handles to create user-friendly utensils. Affordability makes each piece of the Rosewood Collection irresistible!

Outset QN71 Copper Nonstick Large 17″ x 11″ Grill Grid with Handles


$23.95

The sizzling Grilltop Collection from Outset provides a secure venue for all of your barbecue adventures. Outset has the woks, grids, skillets, grill and fish baskets, and kabob racks that will ensure your success, whatever’s on the menu. Impeccably manufactured to meet exclusive standards in outdoor entertaining, the quality of Outset’s barbeque tools is peerless. Hand washing is suggested. Dimensions: 17″ x 11″

Outset QB41 Rosewood Basting Brush


$10.99

Created as an extended family of tools for the accustomed griller, the Outset Rosewood Basting Brush is straightforward and down to earth. The handsome rosewood collection of barbecue tools are designed for every aspect of outdoor grilling and entertaining. The essential utility of stainless steel is completed with finely crafted rosewood handles to create user-friendly utensils. Affordability makes each piece of the Rosewood Collection irresistible!

Grill Friends Grill Wraps Combo-Pack, 4-Maple and 4-Hickory Wraps


$7.99

The traditional barbecue-inch of the Pacific Northwest has been adopted by the entire country – cedar planked salmon. Five-years ago, you had a hard time finding cedar planks in kitchen stores and in most markets, you had to buy untreated cedar at lumber yards and have the wood cut into planks for cooking. Today, home cooks across the country can find these gourmet-inch planks in most stores and they are using them frequently. And, if you stick with the traditional salmon fillet, there is no better presentation than serving the fish directly from the wood – until now. Grill Friends introduces the latest grilling and kitchen innovation: Organic Grilling Wraps. These thin wood wraps are made to be used in a similar way as cedar planks. Like a plank, the wraps must first be soaked to prevent burning. The soaking also makes the wraps flexible so that they can be wrapped around food. Grill Friends wraps are larger than their Japanese counterparts and perfectly sized for American portions. The wraps are designed for individual servings and make a dramatic presentation, whether you wrap the food or place the food on top. The sheets are disposable and make clean-up a snap. Package of 8, 7-1/4 by 8-inch wraps. Includes 4 Maple and 4 Hickory Wraps.

Elizabeth Karmel’s Grill Friends Organic Pecan Grilling Planks, 2-Pack


$8.49

Create restaurant quality food in your own kitchen by flavoring your food with the smoky spice from all-natural American wood. America’s female grilling expert, Elizabeth Karmel, offers the first ever Sear and Plank system. This new, easy to use, line of wood cooking products are made in the USA from sustainable forests and designed to add that delicious and distinctive wood smoke flavor to quick cooking foods including fish, shellfish, pork, poultry, beef and game. The traditional barbeque of the Pacific Northwest has been adopted by the entire country. Cedar planked Salmon is honored because of its complex and wondrous flavor. There is no better presentation than serving the fish directly from the wood. Inspired from the dynamic taste of Cedar planked food, cooks world-wide use Pecan planks. Bring this delicious and wonderful taste home. Turn your dinner from ordinary into extra-ordinary with these Organic Pecan Planks. Fish or meat, can’t be beat when you use Grill Friends wood grilling products. Set of 2, 5-1/2-inch by 14-1/4-inch planks.

Outset QB53 Rosewood and Stainless Steel Meat Hook


$9.95

Tradition! Handsome barbecue tools from the Rosewood Collection by Outset are designed for every aspect of outdoor grilling and entertaining. The essential utility of stainless steel is completed with finely crafted rosewood handles to create user-friendly utensils. Affordability makes each piece of the Rosewood Collection irresistible!

Elizabeth Karmel’s Grill Friends Organic Cedar Grilling Wraps, Package of 8


$7.95

The traditional barbecue-inch of the Pacific Northwest has been adopted by the entire country – cedar planked salmon. Five-years ago, you had a hard time finding cedar planks in kitchen stores and in most markets, you had to buy untreated cedar at lumber yards and have the wood cut into planks for cooking. Today, home cooks across the country can find these gourmet-inch planks in most stores and they are using them frequently. And, if you stick with the traditional salmon fillet, there is no better presentation than serving the fish directly from the wood – until now. Grill Friends introduces the latest grilling and kitchen innovation: Organic Grilling Wraps. These thin wood wraps are made from cedar and are used in a similar way as cedar planks. Like a plank, the cedar wraps must first be soaked to prevent burning. The soaking also makes the wraps flexible so that they can be wrapped around food. Grill Friends wraps are larger than their Japanese counterparts and perfectly sized for American portions. The wraps are designed for individual servings and make a dramatic presentation, whether you wrap the food or place the food on top. The sheets are disposable and make clean-up a snap. Package of 8, 7-1/4 by 8-inch wraps.

Outset QS75 22″ Stainless Steel Fish Basket with Soft-Grip Handle


$24.00

The sizzling Grilltop Collection from Outset provides a secure venue for all of your barbecue adventures. Outset has the woks, grids, skillets, grill and fish baskets, and kabob racks that will ensure your success, whatever’s on the menu. Impeccably manufactured to meet exclusive standards in outdoor entertaining, the quality of Outset’s barbeque tools is peerless. Hand washing is suggested. Dimensions: 22″

]]> http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-cooking-with-steam-control-multi-element-stainless-steel-cookware/feed/ 0 Healthy Steamed Vegetables On The Barbecue Grill http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-9/ http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-9/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:15:31 +0000 admin http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-9/ BBQ salads are the easy accompaniment to an outdoor cookout and do work really well but sometimes I like my barbecue menu ideas to be a little different. In fact, not just different, something that can become a bit of a talking point too.

My inspiration comes from cooking corn cobs. When doing them on the barbecue grill it’s important to soak the husks for a good 30 minutes in water so that when heat is applied the leaves steam and cook the kernels. Having tried the corn over charcoal idea a couple of times, sparks of inspiration started to fly in all directions as I thought about how we might steam other vegetables on the outdoor barbecue grill. No sooner had I tried the base concept and the menu ideas came thick and fast.

Essentially were going to steam the vegetables in foil packs and the real beauty of cooking this way is that you can put the foil packs on the grill while the charcoal is still settling down and because of the foil protection there’s no chance to burn the food. By the time the vegetables are cooked, the charcoal is ready for the meat, do the remainder of the cookout and while the meat is resting for five minutes simply slap the foil parcels back on to warm through.

Let’s take carrots as an example. Take a rectangular piece of foil, chop the carrots finely and place them in one half of the foil rectangle. Season with salt and pepper and fold the foil over and “scrunch” the sides together just leaving a hole at one point where we can add water. Pour in half a cup full of water and make the final scrunch to seal the package. Slap it on the grill and 15 minutes later you’ve got beautifully delicious steamed carrots. A knob of butter and “Bob’s your uncle!”

The same logic can be applied to many vegetables so why not experiment? The only thing to remember is to slice the vegetables thinly so that there’s a good surface area for the steam to work on.

For an easy variation on the theme, rather than water, why not try a little dry white wine? It adds and certain “je ne sais quoi” to the recipes and sure makes for some interesting questions when your guests see you filling foil parcels from a wine bottle. They really know that they’re in for a treat!

Alternatively how about potatoes? Again, slice them thinly, place them on one half of the foil and season, now add a tablespoon of crème fraiche and start the scrunching. Finish off by pouring a good lug of white wine before sealing the parcel and then it’s onto the barbecue grill. You’ll need to be a little more careful with this barbeque menu idea because too much heat can burn the cream so be a little gentler with the cooking and go for about 30 minutes cooking time.

One last tip – it’s also great to make individual packages so that everyone can rip into their own parcel and enjoy. It also makes it easy because all we have to do as the chef is throw a foil parcel onto each plate – how’s that for presentation? Healthy and tasty outdoor barbecue recipes

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Cobb Premier Portable Stainless Steel Grill & Smoker


$119.95

Cobb Premier BBQ Cooking System Includes stainless steel stay-cool base, fire grid, dome top, non-stick grilling surface, lifting handle, and carry bag. Dishwasher safe. The Stainless Steel stay-cool base offers all the features of the Classic Cobb but with a high-end look of steel. Grill, Smoke, Bake, Roast, Fry and Boil with the Premier Cobb BBQ Grill & Cooking System. This is the complete solution, everything you need for the ultimate portable charcoal grill and weighs only 8lbs. The exterior remains cool to the touch while the interior cooks at up to 500 degrees. The perfect addition to your hurricane kit.

Maverick GL-03 Cordless LED Grill Light


$28.95

This handy portable light features 4 brilliant LED bulbs which last 50,000 hours. Uses just 3 AA batteries (included) to provide convenient lighting anywhere. Energy efficient design yields double the battery light of other lights! Stainless steel housing and mounting clip, useable rain or shine, outdoor and salt- spray tested.

Backyard Grilling: For Your Grill, Smoker, Turkey Fryer and More


$10.92

The Ultimate Cookbook for Cooking Outdoors! Preparing meals outdoors is becoming more and more popular. It’s not restricted to burgers-any food can be a success. The recipe can be simple or elegant; the process quick or slow. This book covers all types of grilling equipment and other outdoor cookers with tips for using each one. More than 150 recipes include complete cooking instructions for beef, poultry, pork, and fish-with a variety of substitutes for wild game and fish. Grill Types – hibachi, open-style, covered kettles, homemades Fuel Types – propane, hardwood, charcoal, composed briquettes Cooking Methods – wet or dry, indirect or direct Hot or Cold Smoking – using brines, rubs, marinades Roasting – spit and in-ground Deep Frying – turkey, goose, duck, pheasant, whole fish Want more reason’s why you will love this book? Each co-author has outdoor industry recognition as a cookbook expert. All regions of the country are represented in specialty ingredients, cooking methods and utensils. Includes 150 recipes for domestic meat, poultry, and fish along with game substitutes-venison and other big game, upland gamebirds, waterfowl, saltwater and freshwater fish. All ingredients and recipes are fully cross-referenced in the Index. Complete nutrition information for each recipe.

Char-Griller 1224 Smokin Pro 830 Square Inch Charcoal Grill with Side Fire Box


$274.14

The Smokin’ Pro is a professional grade grill offering more features than many grills twice it’s price. Used by professional BBQ’ers and backyard enthusiasts, it is the most versatile grill on the market. Cooks love its huge grilling area (830 Sq In) and side fire box (250 Sq In) for smoking your favorite meats. The cast iron grates give you an even heat and sears your meat to lock in the flavor. Our adjustable ash pan makes it easy to control the heat and clean out your ashes. Just think, no more tipping over the grill to clean out the ashes! The heavy gauge steel construction and double bottom will give you years of dependable use. Features a built in heat gauge, airtight flanged hood, and 2 shelves. Rotisserie and warming rack adaptable.For classic Texas-style barbecue in any backyard, Char-Griller offers their Smokin’ Pro Charcoal Grill. Using a traditional barrel design, Char-Griller optimizes heat convection and circulation to cook ribs or burgers evenly and efficiently. The grill offers 580 square inches of cooking space in the main grill, ideal for hosting a family barbecue in the backyard. The charcoal side firebox offers an additional 250 square inches of cooking space, bringing the grill’s total space to 830 square inches. Barbecue chefs might employ the side firebox to roast a side dish of corn or vegetable shish kabobs for vegetarians in the family. The barrel of the grill and side firebox are crafted in heavy-gauge steel with powder-coat finish to endure high heats and long-term use. A double bottom also increases the grill’s durability. Nonstick grill grates constructed in cast iron resist warping and embellish the heat and flavor distribution to meats as they cook. Grate height also may be altered for different dishes. Slide-out coal drawers enable cooks to add charcoal while cooking without removing grill grates and dump residual ash easily. A rack below the grill supplies convenient space for seasoning spices, paper plates, hot pads, and barbecue accessories. The airtight-flanged grill hood keeps bugs and debris out while containing flames and heat. The hood also features a heat gauge for temperature monitoring. The grill stands four legs with two sturdy feet and two wheels for transport. Char-Griller has several Smokin’ Pro accessories available for separate purchase, including a warming shelf, rotisserie kit, and propane igniter. The grill requires assembly upon delivery and includes thorough direction, as well as several barbecue recipes. This item is covered by a one-year warranty for material or craftsmanship defects. The grill measures 62 by 29 by 50 inches and weighs 146 pounds. –Jessica Reuling

Brinkmann 852-7080-V Gourmet Charcoal Smoker and Grill with Vinyl Cover, Black


$85.99

The Gourmet Charcoal is our top-of-the-line double grill charcoal water smoker. It has two chrome plated steel cooking grills for a 50 pound cooking capacity. The smoker body lifts off the base for easy access to an extra-large charcoal pan, and also allows for quick and easy conversion to a waist high barbecue grill. A heat indicator in the lid eliminates guesswork. Features include porcelain coated steel water pan, front hinged door for easy access to water and charcoal pans, and wooden handles that stay cool to the touch. Includes heavy-duty outdoor vinyl cover.

Meco 5030 Electric Grill and Combination Water Smoker


$117.71

Satin Black Electric Water Smoker, Two 15.5 Daimeter Grids, Built-in Heat Indicator With Two Acess DoorsNo more tending the coals every hour when smoking meats; Meco’s Combo Water Smoker offers optimal control, longer cook time, and less monitoring than traditional charcoal smokers. Perfect for smoking chicken, fish, and other meats to a savory finish, the combo smoker coils boil water to produce steam and burn wood chips to produce smoke that, together, more efficiently penetrate and flavor meats while they cook. The combo smoker features a removable thermostat control with low, medium, and high settings for smoking just about anything, from thin strips of sockeye to thick beef briskets. The smoker plugs into standard household outlets and converts quickly into an electric, lock-and-go, portable grill. Two nickel-plated, 15-1/2-inch cooking grids let you cook at different levels. With 351 square inches of cooking surface, there’s room to smoke nearly 50 pounds of meat at once. A porcelain-glazed pan holds 5-1/2 quarts of water to last up to five hours for extended smoking operations. Sliding access doors make it easy to check water levels and add more if necessary. Meco designed this smoker so that you can add wood and water without even removing the cover, so heat loss is minimal and meats are tender. A 1,650-watt heating element ensures even heat distribution from top to bottom. Heat-resistant wood handles on the sides and hood mean easy transport and monitoring. And, the grids inside are equipped with durable handles, so there’s no messy oven mitt to clean afterward! –Brian Olson

]]> http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-9/feed/ 0 Healthy Steamed Vegetables On The Barbecue Grill http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-8/ http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-8/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:40:37 +0000 admin http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-8/ BBQ salads are the easy accompaniment to an outdoor cookout and do work really well but sometimes I like my barbecue menu ideas to be a little different. In fact, not just different, something that can become a bit of a talking point too.

My inspiration comes from cooking corn cobs. When doing them on the barbecue grill it’s important to soak the husks for a good 30 minutes in water so that when heat is applied the leaves steam and cook the kernels. Having tried the corn over charcoal idea a couple of times, sparks of inspiration started to fly in all directions as I thought about how we might steam other vegetables on the outdoor barbecue grill. No sooner had I tried the base concept and the menu ideas came thick and fast.

Essentially were going to steam the vegetables in foil packs and the real beauty of cooking this way is that you can put the foil packs on the grill while the charcoal is still settling down and because of the foil protection there’s no chance to burn the food. By the time the vegetables are cooked, the charcoal is ready for the meat, do the remainder of the cookout and while the meat is resting for five minutes simply slap the foil parcels back on to warm through.

Let’s take carrots as an example. Take a rectangular piece of foil, chop the carrots finely and place them in one half of the foil rectangle. Season with salt and pepper and fold the foil over and “scrunch” the sides together just leaving a hole at one point where we can add water. Pour in half a cup full of water and make the final scrunch to seal the package. Slap it on the grill and 15 minutes later you’ve got beautifully delicious steamed carrots. A knob of butter and “Bob’s your uncle!”

The same logic can be applied to many vegetables so why not experiment? The only thing to remember is to slice the vegetables thinly so that there’s a good surface area for the steam to work on.

For an easy variation on the theme, rather than water, why not try a little dry white wine? It adds and certain “je ne sais quoi” to the recipes and sure makes for some interesting questions when your guests see you filling foil parcels from a wine bottle. They really know that they’re in for a treat!

Alternatively how about potatoes? Again, slice them thinly, place them on one half of the foil and season, now add a tablespoon of crème fraiche and start the scrunching. Finish off by pouring a good lug of white wine before sealing the parcel and then it’s onto the barbecue grill. You’ll need to be a little more careful with this barbeque menu idea because too much heat can burn the cream so be a little gentler with the cooking and go for about 30 minutes cooking time.

One last tip – it’s also great to make individual packages so that everyone can rip into their own parcel and enjoy. It also makes it easy because all we have to do as the chef is throw a foil parcel onto each plate – how’s that for presentation? Healthy and tasty outdoor barbecue recipes

BBQ Smoker Recipes – Free barbecue grill recipes & meat smoker cooking ideas on gas, charcoal or electric. Free Barbecue Recipes – Outdoor grilling tips, easy fire pit menus, healthy rotisserie suggestions, best homemade bbq sauce recipes. Outdoor Smoker Recipes – Easy recipes for the smoker grill with lots of tips tips.

Barbecue Road Trip: Recipes, Restaurants, & Pitmasters from America’s Great Barbecue Regions


$16.00

With its fervent aficionados, traditions, and wildly varying regional styles–each with its passionate advocates–barbecue is much more than a way of cooking meat: It’s a cultural ritual. A history as entertaining as it is informative, this book is the first to explore American barbecue’s regional roots. Nationally renowned food commentator Mike Witzel takes readers on an eye-opening (and mouth-watering) tour of the histories, techniques, culture, competitions, traditional side dishes, and classic hot spots associated with barbecue’s four major regionally based styles. With hundreds of photographs and illustrations, print ads, signage, and more, this account offers a rich picture of American barbecue in Texas, North Carolina, Memphis, and Kansas City (home to at least 100 barbecue restaurants and the world’s largest annual barbeque contest). Pork or beef, sweet or spicy, marinated or rubbed, basted or slathered in sauce, cooked slowly or seared, over coal or wood chips, here are the styles from which all American barbecue is derived, in all their rich flavor and folklore. For those who wish to do further research, the book provides a listing of top barbecue joints in all 50 states.

Dr. BBQ’s Big-Time Barbecue Cookbook: A Real Barbecue Champion Brings the Tasty Recipes and Juicy Stories of the Barbecue Circuit to Your Backyard


$5.87

A champion from the barbecue circuit shares his secrets for perfect barbecue in a book that will win a blue ribbon from backyard chefs Authentic slow-cooked barbecue is the great star-spangled specialty and home barbecuing is the new craze taking America’s backyard cookouts by storm. In Dr. BBQ’s Big-Time Barbecue Cookbook, Ray Lampe, a former Chicago truck driver turned barbecue chef champion, and teacher, serves over 200 of the best recipes he’s developed for barbecued and grilled classics including smoky rubs and marinades, championship ribs, smoked chicken and turkey, pulled pork, brisket, barbecued lamb, home-smoked salmon, and much more, including all you need to know to slow smoke an entire pig for a feast that family and friends will never forget. There’s also a long list of specialty recipes like jalapeno bris-ket, and green chile enchiladas with smoked chicken, and answers to questions any backyard chef might have: - What is the difference between grilling and barbecuing? - What’s the best barbecue smoker to buy and how do I use it ? - What are the best cuts of meat and fish to cook on a smoker? - What are the secrets to becoming a barbecue champion?

Outset QM30 Mesa Stainless-Steel Barbecue Fork with Soft-Grip Handle


$15.96

Grab life by the grills with grillware from Outset’s Copper Mesa Collection. Designed for grilling ease, the Copper Mesa’s marriage of form and function brings unique comfort and gripping style to the table. The Copper Mesa fork is lightweight and heavy-duty, constructed of seamless stainless-steel. This grillware comes with a comfortable soft-grip handle and elegant copper accents. The oversized handles keep you safe from the heat source while you command your grilling with the oversized head. The metal loop at the base of the handle makes for easy storage. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota – Outset, is a leading supplier of sophisticated, functional, and timeless barbecue and barware accessories. Founders Jeff Norling and Curt Anderson ¿ two seasoned entrepreneurs decided to fill a gap in home entertaining with unique and quality grill and chillware. They blended their diverse industry-related experiences to create a progressive, stylish and consumer savvy company that offers a wide range of innovative entertaining products. Outset has shaped a design driven, superior quality line of products that bring distinctive form and sophisticated functionality to kitchens and patios everywhere. As designer, manufacturer, importer and seller, Outset is heating up and re-defining at-home entertaining. Fire up your grilling spirit¿.. Outset – Entertaining well done!

The Low-Carb Barbecue Book: Over 200 Recipes for the Grill and Picnic Table


$6.04

Everyone is eating low-carb these days, and grilling is an easy way to make your protein-focused meals delicious. The problem is that most marinades and sauces are full of sugar. Dana Carpender comes to the rescue with over 200 low-carb recipes perfect for backyard picnics and barbecues, from meats and side dishes to cocktails and desserts. This book also features all-new recipes for condiments, sauces, and marinades that can replace the sugar-laden store-bought varieties and allow the low-carber to enjoy previously forbidden foods.

]]> http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-8/feed/ 0 Healthy Steamed Vegetables On The Barbecue Grill http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-7/ http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-7/#comments Mon, 18 Jan 2010 05:15:25 +0000 admin http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-7/ BBQ salads are the easy accompaniment to an outdoor cookout and do work really well but sometimes I like my barbecue menu ideas to be a little different. In fact, not just different, something that can become a bit of a talking point too.

My inspiration comes from cooking corn cobs. When doing them on the barbecue grill it’s important to soak the husks for a good 30 minutes in water so that when heat is applied the leaves steam and cook the kernels. Having tried the corn over charcoal idea a couple of times, sparks of inspiration started to fly in all directions as I thought about how we might steam other vegetables on the outdoor barbecue grill. No sooner had I tried the base concept and the menu ideas came thick and fast.

Essentially were going to steam the vegetables in foil packs and the real beauty of cooking this way is that you can put the foil packs on the grill while the charcoal is still settling down and because of the foil protection there’s no chance to burn the food. By the time the vegetables are cooked, the charcoal is ready for the meat, do the remainder of the cookout and while the meat is resting for five minutes simply slap the foil parcels back on to warm through.

Let’s take carrots as an example. Take a rectangular piece of foil, chop the carrots finely and place them in one half of the foil rectangle. Season with salt and pepper and fold the foil over and “scrunch” the sides together just leaving a hole at one point where we can add water. Pour in half a cup full of water and make the final scrunch to seal the package. Slap it on the grill and 15 minutes later you’ve got beautifully delicious steamed carrots. A knob of butter and “Bob’s your uncle!”

The same logic can be applied to many vegetables so why not experiment? The only thing to remember is to slice the vegetables thinly so that there’s a good surface area for the steam to work on.

For an easy variation on the theme, rather than water, why not try a little dry white wine? It adds and certain “je ne sais quoi” to the recipes and sure makes for some interesting questions when your guests see you filling foil parcels from a wine bottle. They really know that they’re in for a treat!

Alternatively how about potatoes? Again, slice them thinly, place them on one half of the foil and season, now add a tablespoon of crème fraiche and start the scrunching. Finish off by pouring a good lug of white wine before sealing the parcel and then it’s onto the barbecue grill. You’ll need to be a little more careful with this barbeque menu idea because too much heat can burn the cream so be a little gentler with the cooking and go for about 30 minutes cooking time.

One last tip – it’s also great to make individual packages so that everyone can rip into their own parcel and enjoy. It also makes it easy because all we have to do as the chef is throw a foil parcel onto each plate – how’s that for presentation? Healthy and tasty outdoor barbecue recipes

BBQ Smoker Recipes – Free barbecue grill recipes & meat smoker cooking ideas on gas, charcoal or electric. Free Barbecue Recipes – Outdoor grilling tips, easy fire pit menus, healthy rotisserie suggestions, best homemade bbq sauce recipes. Outdoor Smoker Recipes – Easy recipes for the smoker grill with lots of tips tips.

Barbecuing & Grilling: Inside and Out: Sizzling different ideas for the grill, griddle and barbeque


$8.95

A stylish and evocative guide to indoor and out door grilling.

]]> http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-7/feed/ 0 Healthy Steamed Vegetables On The Barbecue Grill http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-6/ http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-6/#comments Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:13:41 +0000 admin http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-6/ BBQ salads are the easy accompaniment to an outdoor cookout and do work really well but sometimes I like my barbecue menu ideas to be a little different. In fact, not just different, something that can become a bit of a talking point too.

My inspiration comes from cooking corn cobs. When doing them on the barbecue grill it’s important to soak the husks for a good 30 minutes in water so that when heat is applied the leaves steam and cook the kernels. Having tried the corn over charcoal idea a couple of times, sparks of inspiration started to fly in all directions as I thought about how we might steam other vegetables on the outdoor barbecue grill. No sooner had I tried the base concept and the menu ideas came thick and fast.

Essentially were going to steam the vegetables in foil packs and the real beauty of cooking this way is that you can put the foil packs on the grill while the charcoal is still settling down and because of the foil protection there’s no chance to burn the food. By the time the vegetables are cooked, the charcoal is ready for the meat, do the remainder of the cookout and while the meat is resting for five minutes simply slap the foil parcels back on to warm through.

Let’s take carrots as an example. Take a rectangular piece of foil, chop the carrots finely and place them in one half of the foil rectangle. Season with salt and pepper and fold the foil over and “scrunch” the sides together just leaving a hole at one point where we can add water. Pour in half a cup full of water and make the final scrunch to seal the package. Slap it on the grill and 15 minutes later you’ve got beautifully delicious steamed carrots. A knob of butter and “Bob’s your uncle!”

The same logic can be applied to many vegetables so why not experiment? The only thing to remember is to slice the vegetables thinly so that there’s a good surface area for the steam to work on.

For an easy variation on the theme, rather than water, why not try a little dry white wine? It adds and certain “je ne sais quoi” to the recipes and sure makes for some interesting questions when your guests see you filling foil parcels from a wine bottle. They really know that they’re in for a treat!

Alternatively how about potatoes? Again, slice them thinly, place them on one half of the foil and season, now add a tablespoon of crème fraiche and start the scrunching. Finish off by pouring a good lug of white wine before sealing the parcel and then it’s onto the barbecue grill. You’ll need to be a little more careful with this barbeque menu idea because too much heat can burn the cream so be a little gentler with the cooking and go for about 30 minutes cooking time.

One last tip – it’s also great to make individual packages so that everyone can rip into their own parcel and enjoy. It also makes it easy because all we have to do as the chef is throw a foil parcel onto each plate – how’s that for presentation? Healthy and tasty outdoor barbecue recipes

BBQ Smoker Recipes – Free barbecue grill recipes & meat smoker cooking ideas on gas, charcoal or electric. Free Barbecue Recipes – Outdoor grilling tips, easy fire pit menus, healthy rotisserie suggestions, best homemade bbq sauce recipes. Outdoor Smoker Recipes – Easy recipes for the smoker grill with lots of tips tips.

Model 03014 Large Dual “H” Burner (19.25 x 7.5 Inches)


$24.83

Mr Bar B Q Universal “h” burner deluxe stainless steel burner w/flexible venturi that adjust’s in size

Solaire Stainless Steel Battery-Operated Light for Solaire Grills, with Mounting Bracket


$99.00

This handy accessory attaches to the rotisserie motor bracket that every Solaire Grill, 27-inches and larger, is designed to accept. Three AAA batteries power six strong LED lights for excellent illumination and long battery life. The flexible neck lets you shine the light where you need it, not in your eyes. It can be easily placed and removed without tools (after installing bracket). It can be used as a backup portable flashlight or to illuminate those hard to reach places. This item includes the bracket and mounting hardware.

Solaire Stainless Steel BBQ Tray for Solaire 30, 42, and 56-Inch Grills


$79.00

This BBQ Tray is for use with Solaire 30, 42 and 56-inch grills. The BBQ Tray is an indispensable accessory for rotisserie cooking on your Solaire Grill. The BBQ Tray replaces the grilling grids, placed beneath the food on the spit rod to catch drippings, and over a main infrared burner to convert the infrared to convected heat. The BBQ Tray should always be filled with water or your favorite liquid (beer, wine, apple juice, etc.) to prevent warping from heat, but also to steam into the food to moisten and flavor the food. The BBQ Tray can also be used for indirect cooking methods, placing the food on one grilling grid with the burner beneath off, and the BBQ Tray over the other burner, which is on a medium heat setting. Close the hood to promote recirculating heating of the food. Cook until internal temperatures meet USDA guidelines for doneness. The BBQ Tray is made of stainless steel, with welded and polished corners to make a liquid tight container.

Solaire Stainless Steel BBQ Tray for Solaire AGBQ-27 Grills


$61.00

This BBQ Tray is for use with Solaire 27-inch grills (not 27XL). The BBQ Tray is an indispensable accessory for rotisserie cooking on your Solaire Grill. The BBQ Tray replaces the grilling grids, placed beneath the food on the spit rod to catch drippings, and over a main infrared burner to convert the infrared to convected heat. The BBQ Tray should always be filled with water or your favorite liquid (beer, wine, apple juice, etc.) to prevent warping from heat, but also to steam into the food to moisten and flavor the food. The BBQ Tray can also be used for indirect cooking methods, placing the food on one grilling grid with the burner beneath off, and the BBQ Tray over the other burner, which is on a medium heat setting. Close the hood to promote recirculating heating of the food. Cook until internal temperatures meet USDA guidelines for doneness. The BBQ Tray is made of stainless steel, with welded and polished corners to make a liquid tight container.

Solaire Stainless Steel BBQ Tray for Solaire 27XL Grills


$65.00

This BBQ Tray is for use with Solaire 27XL grills (not 27-inch). The BBQ Tray is an indispensable accessory for rotisserie cooking on your Solaire Grill. The BBQ Tray replaces the grilling grids, placed beneath the food on the spit rod to catch drippings, and over a main infrared burner to convert the infrared to convected heat. The BBQ Tray should always be filled with water or your favorite liquid (beer, wine, apple juice, etc.) to prevent warping from heat, but also to steam into the food to moisten and flavor the food. The BBQ Tray can also be used for indirect cooking methods, placing the food on one grilling grid with the burner beneath off, and the BBQ Tray over the other burner, which is on a medium heat setting. Close the hood to promote recirculating heating of the food. Cook until internal temperatures meet USDA guidelines for doneness. The BBQ Tray is made of stainless steel, with welded and polished corners to make a liquid tight container.

]]> http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-6/feed/ 0 Healthy Steamed Vegetables On The Barbecue Grill http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-5/ http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-5/#comments Sat, 16 Jan 2010 21:10:07 +0000 admin http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-5/ BBQ salads are the easy accompaniment to an outdoor cookout and do work really well but sometimes I like my barbecue menu ideas to be a little different. In fact, not just different, something that can become a bit of a talking point too.

My inspiration comes from cooking corn cobs. When doing them on the barbecue grill it’s important to soak the husks for a good 30 minutes in water so that when heat is applied the leaves steam and cook the kernels. Having tried the corn over charcoal idea a couple of times, sparks of inspiration started to fly in all directions as I thought about how we might steam other vegetables on the outdoor barbecue grill. No sooner had I tried the base concept and the menu ideas came thick and fast.

Essentially were going to steam the vegetables in foil packs and the real beauty of cooking this way is that you can put the foil packs on the grill while the charcoal is still settling down and because of the foil protection there’s no chance to burn the food. By the time the vegetables are cooked, the charcoal is ready for the meat, do the remainder of the cookout and while the meat is resting for five minutes simply slap the foil parcels back on to warm through.

Let’s take carrots as an example. Take a rectangular piece of foil, chop the carrots finely and place them in one half of the foil rectangle. Season with salt and pepper and fold the foil over and “scrunch” the sides together just leaving a hole at one point where we can add water. Pour in half a cup full of water and make the final scrunch to seal the package. Slap it on the grill and 15 minutes later you’ve got beautifully delicious steamed carrots. A knob of butter and “Bob’s your uncle!”

The same logic can be applied to many vegetables so why not experiment? The only thing to remember is to slice the vegetables thinly so that there’s a good surface area for the steam to work on.

For an easy variation on the theme, rather than water, why not try a little dry white wine? It adds and certain “je ne sais quoi” to the recipes and sure makes for some interesting questions when your guests see you filling foil parcels from a wine bottle. They really know that they’re in for a treat!

Alternatively how about potatoes? Again, slice them thinly, place them on one half of the foil and season, now add a tablespoon of crème fraiche and start the scrunching. Finish off by pouring a good lug of white wine before sealing the parcel and then it’s onto the barbecue grill. You’ll need to be a little more careful with this barbeque menu idea because too much heat can burn the cream so be a little gentler with the cooking and go for about 30 minutes cooking time.

One last tip – it’s also great to make individual packages so that everyone can rip into their own parcel and enjoy. It also makes it easy because all we have to do as the chef is throw a foil parcel onto each plate – how’s that for presentation? Healthy and tasty outdoor barbecue recipes

BBQ Smoker Recipes – Free barbecue grill recipes & meat smoker cooking ideas on gas, charcoal or electric. Free Barbecue Recipes – Outdoor grilling tips, easy fire pit menus, healthy rotisserie suggestions, best homemade bbq sauce recipes. Outdoor Smoker Recipes – Easy recipes for the smoker grill with lots of tips tips.

Simply Grilling: 100 Sizzling Dishes to Cook on Gas, Charcoal, and Electric Grills (Cooking Simply)


$4.99

Any time is a good time to grill, and Simply Grilling is just the guide for year-round delectable meals. Carol Heding Munson’s tantalizing recipes are easy to make and healthy, but above all, they’re delicious. Recipes update a lot of old favorites and set new trends with contemporary dishes like Szechwan Chicken Nuggets with Duck Sauce. Best of all, grill-challenged cooks need not fear — Munson also includes a chapter on grilling basics for anyone who needs a few tips on using their barbecue equipment like a pro.

Weber 758001 22-1/2-Inch One-Touch Gold Charcoal Grill, Blue


$141.48

Heavy-gauge porcelain-enameled lid and bowl, factory-assembled stainless steel One-Touch cleaning system, rust-resistant aluminum legs and high capacity ash catcher, glass-reinforced molded nylon handles, hinged cooking grate. Available in 18 1/2- and 22 1/2-inch diameter models, with a limited 10 year warranty.Weber’s One-Touch Gold kettle grill is a great buy for anyone looking for a classic model with a few convenient extras. The design is sleek. The results are delicious. As with all Weber grills, this kettle’s lid and bowl are constructed of premium porcelain-enameled steel–which means not only does heat radiate evenly, but the grill will survive if it’s left out in the rain. The cooking surface (22-1/2 inches in diameter) is big enough to accommodate six large steaks, twice as many burgers, or up to a dozen kebabs, and the grill’s classic kettle shape keeps flare-ups to a minimum. When designing this grill, Weber clearly kept convenience in mind. The grill’s nickel-plated grate has two built-in hinged side openings that make adding more charcoal briquettes easy and safe, and, when the lid’s not in use, it can hang from the bowl by a handy hook. The grill is durable, too. The porcelain-coated steel bowl and lid are exceptionally strong and designed never to rust, fade, or peel. The grill’s aluminum vents and ash catcher won’t rust either, and its tripod base, nylon handles, and all-weather wheels–besides being exceptionally sturdy–make the grill remarkably easy to maneuver. Weber’s patented One-Touch cleaning system–a clever setup of lever-activated blades–sifts ash out of the kettle and into a cooking-pot-shaped ash catcher. You never have to get your hands dirty–and emptying the kettle takes only a few seconds. To top it all off, Weber throws in a 31-page owner’s guide filled with cooking tips and time-tested recipes for grilling everything from pork chops to bratwurst to Cornish hens.

Steven Raichlen Best of Barbecue SR8013 Aluminum Charcoal and Ash Scoop


$19.99

Grilling authority, Steven Raichlen, host of the popular cooking series Barbecue University and author of the best-selling Barbecue Bible cookbook series, partnered with The Companion Group to create a fabulous line of innovative, versatile barbecue products. Companion to the Charcoal and Ash Can use this cast aluminum scoop to keep your hands clean.

Weber 7452 Premium Kettle Cover, Fits 18.5-Inch Charcoal Grills


$13.99

Full length, heavy-duty vinyl cover to protect your 18-1/2-inch kettle.

]]> http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-5/feed/ 0 Healthy Steamed Vegetables On The Barbecue Grill http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-4/ http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-4/#comments Sat, 16 Jan 2010 09:10:55 +0000 admin http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-4/ BBQ salads are the easy accompaniment to an outdoor cookout and do work really well but sometimes I like my barbecue menu ideas to be a little different. In fact, not just different, something that can become a bit of a talking point too.

My inspiration comes from cooking corn cobs. When doing them on the barbecue grill it’s important to soak the husks for a good 30 minutes in water so that when heat is applied the leaves steam and cook the kernels. Having tried the corn over charcoal idea a couple of times, sparks of inspiration started to fly in all directions as I thought about how we might steam other vegetables on the outdoor barbecue grill. No sooner had I tried the base concept and the menu ideas came thick and fast.

Essentially were going to steam the vegetables in foil packs and the real beauty of cooking this way is that you can put the foil packs on the grill while the charcoal is still settling down and because of the foil protection there’s no chance to burn the food. By the time the vegetables are cooked, the charcoal is ready for the meat, do the remainder of the cookout and while the meat is resting for five minutes simply slap the foil parcels back on to warm through.

Let’s take carrots as an example. Take a rectangular piece of foil, chop the carrots finely and place them in one half of the foil rectangle. Season with salt and pepper and fold the foil over and “scrunch” the sides together just leaving a hole at one point where we can add water. Pour in half a cup full of water and make the final scrunch to seal the package. Slap it on the grill and 15 minutes later you’ve got beautifully delicious steamed carrots. A knob of butter and “Bob’s your uncle!”

The same logic can be applied to many vegetables so why not experiment? The only thing to remember is to slice the vegetables thinly so that there’s a good surface area for the steam to work on.

For an easy variation on the theme, rather than water, why not try a little dry white wine? It adds and certain “je ne sais quoi” to the recipes and sure makes for some interesting questions when your guests see you filling foil parcels from a wine bottle. They really know that they’re in for a treat!

Alternatively how about potatoes? Again, slice them thinly, place them on one half of the foil and season, now add a tablespoon of crème fraiche and start the scrunching. Finish off by pouring a good lug of white wine before sealing the parcel and then it’s onto the barbecue grill. You’ll need to be a little more careful with this barbeque menu idea because too much heat can burn the cream so be a little gentler with the cooking and go for about 30 minutes cooking time.

One last tip – it’s also great to make individual packages so that everyone can rip into their own parcel and enjoy. It also makes it easy because all we have to do as the chef is throw a foil parcel onto each plate – how’s that for presentation? Healthy and tasty outdoor barbecue recipes

BBQ Smoker Recipes – Free barbecue grill recipes & meat smoker cooking ideas on gas, charcoal or electric. Free Barbecue Recipes – Outdoor grilling tips, easy fire pit menus, healthy rotisserie suggestions, best homemade bbq sauce recipes. Outdoor Smoker Recipes – Easy recipes for the smoker grill with lots of tips tips.

Charcoal Companion CC4037 Nonstick Large Size Smoker Box with Hinged Lid


$12.99

The reusable Large Smoker Box from Charcoal Companion is made of nonstick coated heavy-gauge metal. The hinged, perforated lid allows smoke to flow easily and keeps wood chips contained. An essential for gas grilling, can be used on charcoal and electric grills. 13-3/4-inch by 4-inch by 1-3/4-inch.

Brinkmann 810-5305-7 Smoke’N Grill Charcoal Smoker and Grill Value Pack, Stainless Steel


$179.95

This strikingly beautiful stainless steel charcoal smoker cooks as good as it looks. Double cooking grills can handle up to 50 pounds of food. Features include stainless steel body and dome lid, heat indicator in the lid to eliminate guesswork, and wooden handles that stay cool to the touch. Combo includes stainless steel charcoal smoker & grill, smoker basket, heavy duty outdoor vinyl cover, and a bag of hickory chunks.

]]> http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-4/feed/ 0 Healthy Steamed Vegetables On The Barbecue Grill http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-3/ http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-3/#comments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:22:21 +0000 admin http://sponsoractual.com/2010/01/healthy-steamed-vegetables-on-the-barbecue-grill-3/ BBQ salads are the easy accompaniment to an outdoor cookout and do work really well but sometimes I like my barbecue menu ideas to be a little different. In fact, not just different, something that can become a bit of a talking point too.

My inspiration comes from cooking corn cobs. When doing them on the barbecue grill it’s important to soak the husks for a good 30 minutes in water so that when heat is applied the leaves steam and cook the kernels. Having tried the corn over charcoal idea a couple of times, sparks of inspiration started to fly in all directions as I thought about how we might steam other vegetables on the outdoor barbecue grill. No sooner had I tried the base concept and the menu ideas came thick and fast.

Essentially were going to steam the vegetables in foil packs and the real beauty of cooking this way is that you can put the foil packs on the grill while the charcoal is still settling down and because of the foil protection there’s no chance to burn the food. By the time the vegetables are cooked, the charcoal is ready for the meat, do the remainder of the cookout and while the meat is resting for five minutes simply slap the foil parcels back on to warm through.

Let’s take carrots as an example. Take a rectangular piece of foil, chop the carrots finely and place them in one half of the foil rectangle. Season with salt and pepper and fold the foil over and “scrunch” the sides together just leaving a hole at one point where we can add water. Pour in half a cup full of water and make the final scrunch to seal the package. Slap it on the grill and 15 minutes later you’ve got beautifully delicious steamed carrots. A knob of butter and “Bob’s your uncle!”

The same logic can be applied to many vegetables so why not experiment? The only thing to remember is to slice the vegetables thinly so that there’s a good surface area for the steam to work on.

For an easy variation on the theme, rather than water, why not try a little dry white wine? It adds and certain “je ne sais quoi” to the recipes and sure makes for some interesting questions when your guests see you filling foil parcels from a wine bottle. They really know that they’re in for a treat!

Alternatively how about potatoes? Again, slice them thinly, place them on one half of the foil and season, now add a tablespoon of crème fraiche and start the scrunching. Finish off by pouring a good lug of white wine before sealing the parcel and then it’s onto the barbecue grill. You’ll need to be a little more careful with this barbeque menu idea because too much heat can burn the cream so be a little gentler with the cooking and go for about 30 minutes cooking time.

One last tip – it’s also great to make individual packages so that everyone can rip into their own parcel and enjoy. It also makes it easy because all we have to do as the chef is throw a foil parcel onto each plate – how’s that for presentation? Healthy and tasty outdoor barbecue recipes

BBQ Smoker Recipes – Free barbecue grill recipes & meat smoker cooking ideas on gas, charcoal or electric. Free Barbecue Recipes – Outdoor grilling tips, easy fire pit menus, healthy rotisserie suggestions, best homemade bbq sauce recipes. Outdoor Smoker Recipes – Easy recipes for the smoker grill with lots of tips tips.

Barbecuing & Grilling: Inside and Out: Sizzling different ideas for the grill, griddle and barbeque


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A stylish and evocative guide to indoor and out door grilling.

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My inspiration comes from cooking corn cobs. When doing them on the barbecue grill it’s important to soak the husks for a good 30 minutes in water so that when heat is applied the leaves steam and cook the kernels. Having tried the corn over charcoal idea a couple of times, sparks of inspiration started to fly in all directions as I thought about how we might steam other vegetables on the outdoor barbecue grill. No sooner had I tried the base concept and the menu ideas came thick and fast.

Essentially were going to steam the vegetables in foil packs and the real beauty of cooking this way is that you can put the foil packs on the grill while the charcoal is still settling down and because of the foil protection there’s no chance to burn the food. By the time the vegetables are cooked, the charcoal is ready for the meat, do the remainder of the cookout and while the meat is resting for five minutes simply slap the foil parcels back on to warm through.

Let’s take carrots as an example. Take a rectangular piece of foil, chop the carrots finely and place them in one half of the foil rectangle. Season with salt and pepper and fold the foil over and “scrunch” the sides together just leaving a hole at one point where we can add water. Pour in half a cup full of water and make the final scrunch to seal the package. Slap it on the grill and 15 minutes later you’ve got beautifully delicious steamed carrots. A knob of butter and “Bob’s your uncle!”

The same logic can be applied to many vegetables so why not experiment? The only thing to remember is to slice the vegetables thinly so that there’s a good surface area for the steam to work on.

For an easy variation on the theme, rather than water, why not try a little dry white wine? It adds and certain “je ne sais quoi” to the recipes and sure makes for some interesting questions when your guests see you filling foil parcels from a wine bottle. They really know that they’re in for a treat!

Alternatively how about potatoes? Again, slice them thinly, place them on one half of the foil and season, now add a tablespoon of crème fraiche and start the scrunching. Finish off by pouring a good lug of white wine before sealing the parcel and then it’s onto the barbecue grill. You’ll need to be a little more careful with this barbeque menu idea because too much heat can burn the cream so be a little gentler with the cooking and go for about 30 minutes cooking time.

One last tip – it’s also great to make individual packages so that everyone can rip into their own parcel and enjoy. It also makes it easy because all we have to do as the chef is throw a foil parcel onto each plate – how’s that for presentation? Healthy and tasty outdoor barbecue recipes

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