Pampered Chef Rosemary-Infused Canola Oil

I used Pampered Chef Rosemary-Infused Canola Oil to marinate this yummy grilled chicken. I added some fresh rosemary, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and Dijon mustard to the marinade also. I suggest marinading the chicken for at least 12 hours.

Turkey Frying Safety Tips

What you don’t want to happen!

 

THANKSGIVING DAY TURKEY FRYING TIPS

Hot Oil Cooker Setup

• Place fryer outside, on a flat, stable surface in an open, low-traffic area away from all walls, fences or other structures.
• Never use a fryer in, on or under a garage, breezeway, carport or any structure that can catch fire, such as a wooden deck.
• Keep children and pets away from fryer during and after use, because the oil can remain hot for hours.
• Keep the fryer in full view while the burner is on.
• Make sure there is at least two feet of space between the liquid propane tank and the fryer’s burner.
• Set up the liquid propane gas tank and fryer so that any wind blows the heat of the fryer away from the gas tank.

Cooking Process

• Follow the manufacturer’s cooking instructions, including the amount of oil needed to fry the turkey.
• Check the oil temperature frequently. Never allow oil to exceed 375 degrees F.
• If oil begins to smoke, immediately turn off the gas supply, because the oil is overheated.
• Completely thaw and dry the turkey before adding it to the hot oil. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends 24 hours thawing time for every 4 to 5 pounds of turkey. Partially frozen or wet turkeys can produce excessive hot oil splatter when lowered into hot oil.
• Cover bare skin when adding or removing food. Always use cooking mitts.
• Use only cookware and accessories designed for frying turkeys; never use glassware, ceramic or plastic cookware.
• Raise and lower food slowly to reduce splatter and avoid burns.
• If a fire occurs, immediately call 911. Do not attempt to extinguish the fire with water. An operable, dry-chemical fire extinguisher may, in some circumstances, contain the fire.

After Cooking

• Never move the cooker or pot while in use or while hot.
• Allow the oil to cool completely before removing it from the pot

Grilled Pizza

I got a new BBQ pizza pan from Pampered Chef. I decided to grill a turkey pepperoni, mushroom, and onion pesto pizza. I preheated both sides of my grill. I sprayed the pan with olive oil and sprinkled corn meal on it. Next I unrolled a pillsbury thin crust dough on to the pan. I brushed pesto sauce on the crust and sprinkled an Italian mix of cheeses over it. Next I topped it with mushrooms, turkey pepperoni, and onions. I turned one burner down to low and the other to medium. I put the pizza on the side on low. I grilled the pizza for about 10-12 minutes. It came out great. The crust was crisp and moist but not soggy at all. The slots in the BBQ pizza pan are why it turn out perfectly.

Pepper/Vegetable Grill Cooker

While in Brownwood, Texas I picked up a grill vegetable cooker at Bob’s Fuels. I finally got to try it out. I absolutely love it. I put red peppers, onions, and a sweet potato on it for my first use. I sprayed the cooker with olive oil and put the veggies on. Next I sprayed them with olive oil and sprinkled John Henry’s Mohave Garlic Pepper seasoning on the them. I put them on the my preheated grill. I left it on high for about 5 minutes before turning it down to medium. The cooker roasted the peppers beautifully. The onion and sweet potato turned out awesome also. I will use this vegetable cooker every grill out. It works so much better that direct and foil cooking on the grill. Check out Bob’s Fuels and buy one of these cookers.

https://www.facebook.com/bobs.fuels?ref=ts

http://www.bobsfuelsinc.com/

Gilled Sweet Potato Wedges

 

Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges

Recipe by Bobbby Flay

Ingredients

• 3 sweet potatoes, cooked through, cut into wedges
• Canola oil, for brushing
• 1 tablespoon Bobby Flay Poultry Rub
• Kosher salt and black pepper
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 to 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Directions

Brush the potato wedges with oil and season with rub, salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, until nicely marked.

Whisk the syrup with the mustard. Brush the potatoes with the glaze and turn a few times to caramelize.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/grilled-sweet-potato-wedges/video/index.html

Why are propane grills attractive?

Why are propane grills attractive:
They heat up and cool down quickly, making grilling safe and effecient.
They’re easy to clean!
They’re environmentally friendly.
Features like built in burners and storage compartments provide flexible cooking and storing options.
Push-button ignitions are available for instant cooking!

Char-Broil Propane Smoker

This weekend I got a new toy.  It is a Char-Broil propane smoker.  I had never used a smoker before so this is all new to me.  I decided to try a smoked drunk chicken first.   I actually have a stand that I got from my father many years back and never used.  The base is the shape of Texas and it has a tube you fill with your choice of  liquid.  Today my choice was Blue Moon Pumpkin Harvest Ale.   I filled the chamber with the beer and drank the rest.  I rubbed John Henry’s Pecan Rub on the outside and inside of the whole chicken before setting it on the stand.

I had already lit the propane burner on the smoker and filled the middle bowl in the tray with mesquite and Jack Daniels wood chips I had soaked in water for 30 minutes.  I added water to the area around the bowl.  After it warmed  to 275 plus, I put the drunken chicken on one of the racks. It took 3 hours  with the temp ranging from 200-275.  During the three hours I added wood chips and lots of water.  It was so worth it because the chicken came out soo moist and yummy.

 

 

Rustic Crostini

A crostini is simply toasted bread, but when that bread is grilled to toast it, the crostini becomes almost magical.  They’re simple to do and can be done with different herbs and cheese than we use here.    Total prep and cook time is approximately 25-30 minutes

Grilled Crostini

http://live.charbroil.com/articles/rustic-crostini-toasted-bread-with-toppings-grillin-fools

Cleaning Your Gas Grill

Cleaning your gas grill is not only good for extending the life of your grill and grill parts but it is also a great safety measure.  The longer you go without cleaning your grill, the greater the possibility of a fire.   Plus cleaning your grill will make you aware of any parts that may need replacing.  The cheaper the grill the more often you will have to clean and replace parts.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjoCpAQ2WXs

 

 

Grill Gadget for Potatoes

I found a neat grill gadget! It is a Potato Grill Rack!
All you do is press washed potatoes onto the upright prongs, brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper and place rack on the grill. Metal conducts heat inside spuds for faster cooking. I think this totally beats the foil method. This product retails for $12.99.