Republic of Texas Real BBQ Sauce

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups tomato ketchup 3/4 cup cider vinegar 1 tbsp brown sugar 1/4 tsp salt 2 tsp chili powder 2 cups water 4 stalks celery 3 bay leaves 3 garlic cloves 1/2 medium onion 6 tbsp butter 6 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp coarse black pepper Preparation Combine celery, bay leaves, […]

Teriyaki Grilled Chicken

Ingredients 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 -1/2 cup teriyaki sauce 1/2 cup lemon juice 2 tbsp minced garlic 2 tbsp vegetable oil (sesame oil preferred)   Preparation Mix teriyaki sauce, lemon juice, garlic and oil in a large, sealable plastic bag. Place chicken breasts in bag, seal bag, and shake to coat. Refrigerator […]

Grilled Filet Mignon

Ingredients 4 filet mignon steaks – 1 to 2-inches thick (8 oz each – butterfly if 2 inches thick) four slices of lean bacon 4 tbsp coarse ground black pepper four fresh rosemary sprigs   Preparation Place grids at high level and preheat grill to medium high. Pat the filets dry and wrap a slice […]

Carolina Vinegar Sauce

Ingredients 2 cups cider vinegar 2 tbsp of ketchup 2 tbsp of brown sugar 1 tbsp of Tabasco sauce 1 tsp of red pepper flakes (optional) Kosher salt and black pepper to taste Preparation In a saucepan, combine ingredients, heat and mix. Using a brush or mop, apply to meat before and during the grilling […]

Garlic Fajitas Pollo

Ingredients 2 lb boneless chicken breasts 2/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup lime juice 10 large flour tortillas sour cream shredded Monterrey Jack and Cheddar Cheese 2 medium red onions, peeled and sliced into small strips 1 red bell pepper, cut into small strips 1 green bell pepper, cut into small strips 1 tbsp corn […]

Grilled Eggplant

Ingredients 2 medium eggplant (about 1-1/2 lb total) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp minced garlic salt and pepper (to taste)   Preparation Wash eggplant and pat dry. Cut into 1-inch slices. Mix olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.   Cooking Heat grill to medium high. Brush on a coating of oil mixture on eggplant […]

Fiesta Steak Fajitas

Ingredients 2 lb beef skirt steak 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup lime juice 1 clove minced garlic 1 tsp chopped cilantro 10 large flour tortillas sour cream 1 red bell pepper, cut into small strips 1 green bell pepper, cut into small strips 1 tbsp corn or canola oil 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce   […]

Twice-Baked Potatoes

Ingredients 8 baking potatoes, washed 3 tbsp olive oil 2 sticks salted butter 1 cup sour cream 1-1/2 cups grated Cheddar 1/2 cup whole milk 2 tsp coarse salt freshly ground black pepper   Preparation Preheat the grill on High (approx. 400°F). Place each potato on a small square of foil, brush with olive oil, […]

Chicken Lovers Marinade

Ingredients 1/2 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup corn or canola oil 2 tbsp minced onion 1/4 tsp paprika 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley salt and pepper to taste Preparation Mix ingredients. Store in refrigerator until ready to use. Place chicken in marinade overnight. Slow cook chicken to correct internal temperature. Using a brush, apply to […]

Real Tex-Mex Marinade

Ingredients 2 cans of favorite Mexican Beer 1/4 cup lime juice 1 cup finely chopped onions 1/3 cup minced garlic 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 2 tsp of hot sauce 1 tsp salt Preparation Combine all ingredients and mix until smooth. Store in airtight container in refrigerator until ready to use. Makes about 4 cups. Marinate […]

Grilled Pineapple Tuna

Ingredients 4 tuna steaks (8 oz each) 1 cup diced pineapple 1 cup orange juice 1/4 cup lime juice 1/2 cup cooking sherry 1 tsp dried thyme 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) 1 tbsp paprika salt and pepper (to taste)   Preparation Mix all ingredients except paprika in a glass baking dish. Add fish, cover, […]

Southwestern Leg of Lamb

Ingredients 1 leg of lamb (6 to 7 lb) boned, fat trimmed, and butterflied 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 small white onion chopped 7 garlic cloves chopped 8 tomatillos, husked, rinsed, hulled and cut into quarters 1/4 cup dark tequila 2 cans (approx. 14 oz) of chipotle chili in adobo sauce, chopped 1 tsp salt […]