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Essential Grilling Guide

Some of the season's best―and easiest―recipes come sizzling off your grill. Choose your own menu from these favorite recipes.
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Grilled Chicken Recipes

Grilling brings a special flavor to chicken that just can't compare to the ...
Grilling brings a special flavor to chicken that just can't compare to the rest. When the warm weather comes out to play, we are all about having a cookout or an outdoor gathering. Whether you're at the beach, lake, poolside, or just in your backyard, these recipes are perfect for a little excitement this grilling season. 
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Grilled Pork Recipes

While most cooks stick to grilling beef or chicken, pork is a great option ...
While most cooks stick to grilling beef or chicken, pork is a great option for summertime cooking. For casual get-togethers, rely on pork chops, which are easily served as-is, on salads, or in tacos. To create a more impressive spread, pork tenderloins cook-up beautifully on the grill. Just wait to slice at the table for a stunning presentation. 
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Grilled Seafood Recipes

Happy grilling season. We've handpicked our best seafood grilling recipes t...
Happy grilling season. We've handpicked our best seafood grilling recipes to prep you for a summer full of outdoor festivities. This list includes shrimp, salmon, trout, tuna, bass, halibut, oysters, clams- you name it. Now that you're fully-equipped, it's time to fire up the grill and put these 44 recipes to the test. We promise they won't disappoint. 
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Grilled Beef Recipes

Grilling is one of the most delicious summer pastimes. Enjoy hearty beef-ba...
Grilling is one of the most delicious summer pastimes. Enjoy hearty beef-based meals, great for entertaining or just to change up the weeknight routine, with this collection of recipes. A little smoke and char from the grill adds flavor to dishes like California Steak Salad, Carne Asada Sandwiches, Steak with Pineapple Rice, and more.

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30 Vegetarian Grilling Recipes

It can be tricky to find vegetarian grilling recipes that aren't just grill...
It can be tricky to find vegetarian grilling recipes that aren't just grilled veggies (think: boring grilled asparagus, grilled Brussels sprouts, or grilled corn). Plant-based eaters deserve exciting mains, too! We've rounded up our favorite vegetarian recipes that can be thrown on a grill outside, or cooked on a grill pan indoors when the temps drop. Whatever way you decide to grill, one thing is for sure: These crowd-pleasing vegetarian recipes will be a hit, even among meat lovers.
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Grilled Side Dishes

If you've got your grill going for your main dishes, why not grill your sid...
If you've got your grill going for your main dishes, why not grill your sides, too? Plenty of fruits and vegetables are improved with a bit of char, giving them an entirely new taste you and your cookout guests will love. Vegetables that are stuffed or put on skewers get beautiful grill marks, but benefit most from the smokiness added through the cooking process. Fruits also can be grilled, with the high heat caramelizing the natural sugars for an irresistible side or dessert.

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How to Make Hot-Sweet Grilled Watermelon

Take your summer cookouts to the next level with this grilled watermelon re...
Take your summer cookouts to the next level with this grilled watermelon recipe. Make sure the grill is very hot when you add the watermelon, or the slices will steam instead of caramelize and char.  hot-sweet grilled watermelonGrill Tips: Using a Chimney Starter
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Grilled Pineapple Lemonade

A refreshing and tart drink, this twist on classic lemonade adds a whole ne...
A refreshing and tart drink, this twist on classic lemonade adds a whole new level of fruity and smoky flavors. It can be adapted easily to be made on your outdoor grill. We found that cooking the pineapple over charcoal lent an extra smoky depth that mezcal fans will appreciate. It can be customized to your preference when it comes to sweetness, or feel free to add a boozy spin with a dash of silver rum or tequila. Enjoy this fruit-forward lemonade on a warm spring day accompanied by your favorite cookout bites. For aesthetic flair, add a chunk of pineapple or a slice of lemon to the rim of your glass.

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Grilled Dessert Recipes

Don't shut off your grill or let the coals die when you've finished dinner....
Don't shut off your grill or let the coals die when you've finished dinner. Keep the flames high and cook up your favorite summer fruits to give your great meal a sweet ending. Use these recipes as inspiration for your own variations of grilled desserts.

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Superfast on the Grill

So you're having a summer cookout, and you want to whip up a quick meal for...
So you're having a summer cookout, and you want to whip up a quick meal for your guests so everyone can hop back into the pool after a grilled bite. Or maybe you are just enjoying the warm weather on a busy weeknight, and you want a grilled meal in no time. These juicy, flavorful recipes—all made in under 25 minutes—will not disappoint at any of your upcoming summer festivities. 
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300-Calorie Grilled Dinners

Every diet begins with watching what you eat. Counting calories is key whet...
Every diet begins with watching what you eat. Counting calories is key whether you're maintaining a healthy weight or working to shed a few pounds. Fortunately, there's an easier way to go about the math than tracking down nutritional info and logging every bite: build a strong portfolio of delicious low-calorie meals and let it do the work for you. We'll get you started with this collection of grilled recipes that are short on calories but big on flavor. The only arithmetic you'll be responsible for is subtracting pounds.

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Wow! How to Make Grilled Cheese Ice Cream Sandwiches

Made with cinnamon swirl bread and apple butter, this decadent treat riffs ...
Made with cinnamon swirl bread and apple butter, this decadent treat riffs on the flavors of all-American apple pie, right down to the classic bite of cheddar cheese. View Recipe: Grilled Cheese Ice Cream SandwichesSee More: Fun Foods for a Sizzling Summer
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How to Make Grilled Bok Choy Wedge with Blue Cheese-Buttermilk Dressing

Grilled bok choy has a pleasantly bitter edge, which is softened by the swe...
Grilled bok choy has a pleasantly bitter edge, which is softened by the sweet tomatoes and cooling contrast of tangy blue cheese dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes, this simple salad is full of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Grilled Bok Choy Wedge with Blue Cheese-Buttermilk Dressing
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How To Make Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Fresh Cherry Salsa

Fresh cherries have a meaty texture that holds up well in a zingy, spicy sa...
Fresh cherries have a meaty texture that holds up well in a zingy, spicy salsa, much like small tomatoes. Get ahead by steaming and refrigerating the sweet potato wedges, but make the salsa just before you serve so the flavors stay vibrant. View Recipe: Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Fresh Cherry Salsa
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How to Make Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños

The rich and creamy combination of bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar unite w...
The rich and creamy combination of bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar unite with grilled jalapeño peppers to bring an irresistible pop of flavor to your next party.    View Recipe: Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños